Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free parking is available on-site. No reservation is required.

Are pets allowed at the property?

No pets are allowed at this property, including service animals.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 15:00 and ends at 20:00. Check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out is not available.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in El Portal, Miami, close to the Miami Design Shopping District and Bayside Marketplace. It is also near Miami Beach Beaches and Haulover Beach.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and there is no charge for children under the age of 21.

What are the policies for extra beds or cribs?

Rollaway or extra beds are not available at this property.

Cottages El Portal in Miami

What guests think

At Cottages El Portal, guests describe a quiet, residential setting with apartment-style units that feel homey, highlighting full kitchens, convenient parking, and a location that’s a short drive to Miami sights and within walking distance of local restaurants and shops.

Communication and check-in are often smooth and helpful, though a few guests reported unreturned calls or limited responsiveness. Many note very clean, well-maintained cottages, but recurring criticisms include odors, insects, and, in rare cases, severe cleanliness complaints. Rooms are comfortable, sometimes spacious, with soft beds and an older Florida feel that some describe as retro. Expect a simple, self-catering base suited to independent stays.

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Facilities

Units include full kitchens and convenient parking; some note a gated property, access to a washer and dryer, and a relaxing patio.

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Kendra

Mar 14, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay! Room was very clean, the kitchen was stocked with utensils and cookware you need, and the area is safe. I really loved my stay there. Communication was great! Great instructions on exactly how to get to property and what to expect. Property is gated in too which is great! Parking available.

8

Larry

May 1, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Grounds were well kept and it was nice to have access to a washer n dryer on vacay

10

Leah

Mar 18, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

This cottage was perfect! It was clean and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. I would have stayed longer if there was availability

10

Pamela

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the location within a safe residential neighborhood. It was nice and quiet for a nice getaway. The room was clean and provided the necessary household essentials.

8

Heather

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were pleased with our stay. The layout was a bit tight but was fine. The bed was very comfortable and the full kitchen was useful. We loved the back patio area, very relaxing. The parking was also convenient.

10

Gino

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Unique, clean, and quiet. Large living space with a full kitchen. Within walking distance of cool, bohemian restaurants and shops. It’s an older Florida property - well maintained, but real deal old Miami, (blocks away from an ancient Tequesta burial mound), so like a little rust here and there but nothing dirty or sticky. Nothing like a high end hotel, but I would definitely stay there again.

10

steve

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great quiet location with everything you want to be 10-15 minute drive away ...beaches, South Beach. Nice apartment with everything you need for a trip of 3-7 days

10

Gunner

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Really nice and convenient set up!

10

Aimee

Feb 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Super clean, spacious, Kitchen had all the necessary meal creating items. Bed super soft. If you need a firm mattress,maybe request it. Mike was responsive, accomodating and extra pleasant to speak with. A gorgeous location in miami. Will definetly go back!

10

Todd

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a very nice place with easy check-in and parking. Bed was comfortable and the place was very clean. We'd definitely stay here again if in the area.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found cottages very clean and well maintained; however, multiple reviews report odors and pests, with a rare severe complaint about stains and smoke smell.

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Jose

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and clean,

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Kendra

Mar 14, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay! Room was very clean, the kitchen was stocked with utensils and cookware you need, and the area is safe. I really loved my stay there. Communication was great! Great instructions on exactly how to get to property and what to expect. Property is gated in too which is great! Parking available.

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Andrew

Mar 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Killed a roach within a few min of being there. Tv remote wouldn't fully work leaving the TV useless. Contacted Mike who said they would replace the remote the next day, no good to us we would be gone. Seen another roach later.

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Leah

Mar 18, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

This cottage was perfect! It was clean and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. I would have stayed longer if there was availability

10

Pamela

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the location within a safe residential neighborhood. It was nice and quiet for a nice getaway. The room was clean and provided the necessary household essentials.

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Melissa

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

There was poop, blood, pee stains everywhere. Smelled like cigarettes. Unlivable. If you want to be scammed, book here.

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Gino

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Unique, clean, and quiet. Large living space with a full kitchen. Within walking distance of cool, bohemian restaurants and shops. It’s an older Florida property - well maintained, but real deal old Miami, (blocks away from an ancient Tequesta burial mound), so like a little rust here and there but nothing dirty or sticky. Nothing like a high end hotel, but I would definitely stay there again.

10

Sheila

Jan 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quick and efficient communication for check in and looked freshly cleaned when we arrived

10

Todd

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a very nice place with easy check-in and parking. Bed was comfortable and the place was very clean. We'd definitely stay here again if in the area.

8

william

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and easy. Well maintained.

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Rooms

Guests often describe comfortable rooms, with some units feeling spacious or apartment-like; decor leans older Florida or retro, and beds tend to be soft.

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Stephen

May 7, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

It was easy ample to access and had ample storage space

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Lisa

Apr 11, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Really nice to have a studio apartment while traveling for weeks. Cute, fun funky throwback. Excellent communication and cold a/c. Street is noisy in day, fine at night. Owner put in double pane too.

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Leah

Mar 18, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

This cottage was perfect! It was clean and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. I would have stayed longer if there was availability

8

Salomon

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Good location, quiet tiny house. Only issue were bugs around the property and a mattress with no central support. Good stay overall.

8

Heather

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were pleased with our stay. The layout was a bit tight but was fine. The bed was very comfortable and the full kitchen was useful. We loved the back patio area, very relaxing. The parking was also convenient.

10

Gino

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Unique, clean, and quiet. Large living space with a full kitchen. Within walking distance of cool, bohemian restaurants and shops. It’s an older Florida property - well maintained, but real deal old Miami, (blocks away from an ancient Tequesta burial mound), so like a little rust here and there but nothing dirty or sticky. Nothing like a high end hotel, but I would definitely stay there again.

10

steve

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great quiet location with everything you want to be 10-15 minute drive away ...beaches, South Beach. Nice apartment with everything you need for a trip of 3-7 days

10

Gunner

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Really nice and convenient set up!

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Aimee

Feb 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Super clean, spacious, Kitchen had all the necessary meal creating items. Bed super soft. If you need a firm mattress,maybe request it. Mike was responsive, accomodating and extra pleasant to speak with. A gorgeous location in miami. Will definetly go back!

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Todd

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a very nice place with easy check-in and parking. Bed was comfortable and the place was very clean. We'd definitely stay here again if in the area.

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Service

Check-in and communication are frequently praised, with responsive hosts and clear instructions, though a few guests experienced no replies or difficulty reaching staff.

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Kendra

Mar 14, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay! Room was very clean, the kitchen was stocked with utensils and cookware you need, and the area is safe. I really loved my stay there. Communication was great! Great instructions on exactly how to get to property and what to expect. Property is gated in too which is great! Parking available.

10

Vanessa

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very nice experience

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Mrs Elsa V

Apr 11, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall the Cottages was great. Internet was not good. Has hard to communicate with family and friends. Or browse anywhere else for that matter. I suggest for visitors, giving them option to get faster internet with a fee. Other than internet issues i would stay everytime i visit the area. Ms Mercedes, thanks for so kind and helpful

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arsalah

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The property was very old than the pictures that I saw at the time of booking, bad smell at the room, homeless people around, the remote for the TV was not working, bad smell on the bathroom, the property team does not pick up any call and they don’t hear your problem. But the lady in the housekeeping department was very nice and kind.

10

Sheila

Jan 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quick and efficient communication for check in and looked freshly cleaned when we arrived

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Nilda

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay no complaints

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Aimee

Feb 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Super clean, spacious, Kitchen had all the necessary meal creating items. Bed super soft. If you need a firm mattress,maybe request it. Mike was responsive, accomodating and extra pleasant to speak with. A gorgeous location in miami. Will definetly go back!

10

Todd

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a very nice place with easy check-in and parking. Bed was comfortable and the place was very clean. We'd definitely stay here again if in the area.

10

sylvain

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

just no communication with the host, no answer to my call

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KRISHNA

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great with clear communication.

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Location

Quiet, safe residential area within short drives to Miami attractions, and several mention being able to walk to nearby restaurants and shops.

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Vanessa

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice affordable, and quiet place.

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Matthew

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

For the price/location it is a great deal. I enjoyed it.

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Melody

Oct 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Was perfect for our weekend stay. Not too far from downtown Miami, grocery stores are about a 5 minutes drive, located in a cute neighborhood. Would highly recommend.

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Jennifer

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Si This was a great place to stay, and a really nice area. I will definitely be staying here again. Also it’s in the middle of everything.

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Salomon

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Good location, quiet tiny house. Only issue were bugs around the property and a mattress with no central support. Good stay overall.

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Pamela

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the location within a safe residential neighborhood. It was nice and quiet for a nice getaway. The room was clean and provided the necessary household essentials.

8

Chesney

Jan 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet

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Gino

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Unique, clean, and quiet. Large living space with a full kitchen. Within walking distance of cool, bohemian restaurants and shops. It’s an older Florida property - well maintained, but real deal old Miami, (blocks away from an ancient Tequesta burial mound), so like a little rust here and there but nothing dirty or sticky. Nothing like a high end hotel, but I would definitely stay there again.

10

steve

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great quiet location with everything you want to be 10-15 minute drive away ...beaches, South Beach. Nice apartment with everything you need for a trip of 3-7 days

10

Aimee

Feb 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Super clean, spacious, Kitchen had all the necessary meal creating items. Bed super soft. If you need a firm mattress,maybe request it. Mike was responsive, accomodating and extra pleasant to speak with. A gorgeous location in miami. Will definetly go back!

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