Summary

Roney Palace is a 565-unit, 17-story oceanfront condominium at the north end of South Beach, built in 1926 as the Roney Plaza Hotel and fully renovated into condos in 2000. It has three shared oceanfront pools, 24-hour security and direct beach access, and it sits next to the 1 Hotel South Beach. Apartments are individually owned, and a large share are leased short-term or seasonally rather than on standard year leases.

565 unitsBuilt 1926

Reviews

Residents appreciate the beachfront location, pools and helpful staff. Complaints concern valet waits and slow elevators.

What residents praise

Oceanfront location and pool deck

Reviewers consistently praise the beachfront setting next to 1 Hotel South Beach, the two pools with towel service, and the walk to South Beach restaurants and nightlife.

Friendly front-desk and pool staff

Reviews praise helpful front-desk and poolside staff.

What residents complain about

Valet parking is inconsistent and can be costly

Residents and guests report slow valet service and unclear parking charges.

Slow elevators

Reviews describe slow elevators and cumbersome key-card access.

Amenities

Three shared oceanfront pools with cabana and towel service, the Anatomy fitness club with optional paid membership, 24-hour security and front desk, valet parking, and about 600 feet of direct beach access. Every apartment has central air and a dishwasher. Some apartments have an in-unit washer and dryer; shared laundry is also available. The rooftop pool is outside residents' shared amenity access.

In the apartment
In-unit laundry
Some apartments
Central air
Dishwasher
In the building
24-hour doorman
Elevator
Fitness center*
Pool
Shared outdoor space
On-site parking*
Package service
Resident storage
Not available
Shared laundry

* Fees apply to marked amenities. See Costs in the Availability tab.

Also here: Event lounge · Jacuzzi and spa · Bar

Location

Roney Palace is located at 2301 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Roney Palace sits on Collins Avenue at the north end of South Beach, next to 1 Hotel South Beach, with direct beach access and a walk to the Lincoln Road shops and restaurants.

  • 12 minby car
    Downtown
  • 12 minby car
    Wynwood
  • 14 minby car
    Brickell
  • 15 minby car
    Miami International Airport
  • 20 minby car
    Coral Gables
  • 32 minby car
    Fort Lauderdale Airport

Driving times without traffic.

Things to know

FloodingHigh flood risk
  • FEMA high-risk flood zone (AE)
Safety and upkeepResidents report elevator problems
  • 2 reviews report elevator problems since 2024
  • 1 review reports AC problems since 2024
  • Major repair permits in the past year: concrete and structural repairs Show all 2
    • Concrete and structural repairsSep 2026
    • Concrete and structural repairsJan 2026
Noise and disruptionSome noise reported
  • 3 noise complaints to the city since 2023
Short-term guests29% nightly rentals
  • 29% of units (166) licensed for nightly rental, one of the highest shares on this site

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