TAG2424 Posted February 14, 2005 #1 Share Posted February 14, 2005 Has anyone stayed here ? Good or bad choice ? How far from port canaveral ? Thanks Terry R.I. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnsawyer Posted February 15, 2005 #2 Share Posted February 15, 2005 Check out tripadvisor.com for reviews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twickenham Posted February 15, 2005 #3 Share Posted February 15, 2005 Although I've never been the port, Cape Canaveral is a good 45 min/1 hour from Orlando, so allow yourself plenty of time to get there. BTW, there are some really bad reviews on Tripadvisor for this hotel... http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g34515-d85378-r3027937-Clarion_Hotel_Airport_Orlando-Orlando_Florida.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfgrl1911 Posted February 17, 2005 #4 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I've stayed at the Clarion Orlano airport before about 1 1/2 years ago. It was recently remodeled and was very nice! (actually recommended it to my mother) I got a dynamite price through hotelkingdom.com so I thought I'd give it a shot! There was a small restaurant with a complimentary breakfast buffet and a free cocktail hour (or two). A group of folks were staying there pre-cruise. I have to say I'd never cruised at that point and was very envious! There is an Econolodge attached to this hotel and was not nearly as nice so I was a bit skeptical of some of the guests roaming and sharing the pool area. I don't know if this is still the case however. I especially liked laying by the pool and watching the planes take off! Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfgrl1911 Posted February 17, 2005 #5 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Keep in mind that this is not an upscale hotel, but the room was clean, comfortable and as I said recently remodeled at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daydrmr Posted February 17, 2005 #6 Share Posted February 17, 2005 We were on 2/4 sailing and stayed pre-cruise one night at the Country inn & Suites by the Orlando Airport. I booked online for around $74.00 with tax. The hotel was nice, not as nice as some of the other country inn & suites we have stayed at, but this is probably pretty well traveled. It took us about 45 minutes to get to the port from there. They had the continental breakfast in the morning and I thought it was good for the price. We looked into some of the other hotels in Port Canveral, and for the price I just don't think they were worth it. It did not seem to me to be like Miami, where you could see all the ships right there when you woke up. I would definitely recommend staying in Orlando and driving to Canaveral. WE also stopped at the Orlando mall and did some shopping. It was bout 10 min from the hotel and it was really nice. Hope this helps some! Have a great time wherever you go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnsawyer Posted February 20, 2005 #7 Share Posted February 20, 2005 I've never been to the Cocoa Beach/Port Canaveral area but I came to the same conclusion that the properties for the price were not worth it. We are staying at the airport. Got a LaQuinta West for $40. Reviews on tripadvisor.com are fine and I have contacted the hotel directly and no problem requesting a king room and early check-in since we'll be arriving into Orlando at 10:00 a.m. The reservation person also mentioned places to eat, etc. Free airport shuttle, full breakfast including hot waffles, etc. I was very impressed and will post a review of the hotel when we return in mid-April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliepags Posted March 2, 2005 #8 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Where did you get the $40 rate for La Quinta West in Orlando Airport West? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnsawyer Posted March 3, 2005 #9 Share Posted March 3, 2005 I got the LaQuinta West on Priceline (2-star). Had tried to get a 3-star on Priceline but even with a bid of $55, didn't get anything. Plus, all of the 3-star hotels don't include breakfast and that's worth at least $15-20 for two. I have contacted the hotel directly and there was no mention of Priceline. I did request a king room and mentioned that we would be arriving early into Orlando (10:00 a.m.) - no problem for early check-in. I was impressed with the service that I have received so far. The person I spoke with mentioned places in the area to eat within walking distance which was great since we are not renting a car. She also mentioned the pool times, and how to call from baggage claim (there is a phone) etc. The tripadvisor.com reviews are okay with one or two bad and a couple more excellent, so I'm hoping it will be okay. Will post a review when we return in mid-April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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