— South Beach · Ocean Drive
South Beach Car Rental — Senda Rent
South Beach is the southern third of Miami Beach — south of roughly 23rd Street — with its own logistics: tighter streets, denser hotel cluster on Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive, the Lincoln Road Mall pedestrian zone, and the city's strictest parking enforcement. The right rental decision depends on what you'll do off the island.
How Senda gets a car to South Beach
- Free MIA airport shuttle to our officeDrive 18–25 minutes east on I-395 / MacArthur Causeway to your South Beach hotel.
- Hotel delivery to most South Beach hotelsLoews, W South Beach, 1 Hotel, SLS, Setai, Delano area, Royal Palm, Ritz-Carlton, Faena, Mondrian — for rentals of 3+ days.
- Office pickup at 2270 NW 36th St
Where to park in South Beach (specific blocks)
13th Street city garage
NotesClosest to Ocean Drive
- Location
- 1301 Collins Ave
- Day rate
- $25–$30
7th & Collins city garage
NotesSouth of South Pointe area
- Location
- 7th & Collins
- Day rate
- $20–$25
17th Street garage
NotesLincoln Road–adjacent
- Location
- 17th & Pennsylvania
- Day rate
- $20–$25
16th Street garage
NotesIconic Herzog & de Meuron
- Location
- Collins & 16th
- Day rate
- $25
1111 Lincoln Rd
NotesLincoln Road–adjacent
- Location
- 1111 Lincoln Rd
- Day rate
- $20–$30
Sunset Harbour garage
NotesWestern South Beach, less crowded
- Location
- Sunset Harbour
- Day rate
- $20–$25
City garages are paid via the ParkMobile or PayByPhone app; meters often want the same. Always read the curb signage — restrictions vary by block.
Day-trip routing from South Beach
Wynwood
12–15 min
Brickell
10–14 min
Mid-Beach (Faena / Fontainebleau)
8 min
North Beach / Sunny Isles
15–25 min
PortMiami
6–10 min
MIA airport
18–25 min
Key Biscayne
18–22 min
Key Largo
90 min
Vehicle picks for South Beach
- Couples / soloCompact or convertible. The narrow garages and meters favor smaller cars.
- FamilyMid-size SUV. Confirm hotel valet capacity for full-size SUVs.
- Group7-passenger or van for split-the-bill economics.
— FAQ
Frequently asked
Will Senda deliver to my South Beach Airbnb instead of a hotel?
Yes — most South Beach addresses are deliverable. Send the address at booking; we'll confirm.
Is the Ocean Drive pedestrian zone in effect on weekends?
Miami Beach has run periodic Ocean Drive vehicle-restriction programs. Check the current city posting before driving Ocean Drive. Collins and Washington are always open.
Where do I drop off the car if I'm flying out from MIA?
Return to Senda's office; the free shuttle takes you to MIA. Plan for the 18–25-minute drive plus shuttle window.
Can I park overnight on the street in South Beach?
Most South Beach streets restrict overnight parking on at least some blocks. Garages are the safer bet.
How early should I leave for an MIA flight from South Beach?
International (3-hour buffer): 4 hours before departure. Domestic: 2.5 hours. Add 30 min on Friday / Sunday peak.
South Beach, on your time.
Hotel delivery, free MIA shuttle, parking advice. Reserve and we drop the car at the valet.