Miami Hotels the Allow REALLY early check in

[Jamran77]

I am cruising out of Miami, flying out the day before.  We get in at 6:15am.  Does anyone know of a hotel that would allow us to check in that early (I am thinking 7:30am by the time we get luggage, rental car and get something to eat).  I am willing to pay some but trying to avoid a whole night rate, if I can.  

[CruiserBruce]

Early check in is ALWAYS a facet of availability. If they have a room available, you can check in. Sometimes status with a hotel brand helps. But the maid staff doesn't come in until 8am or so, so rooms booked from last night aren't going to be turning over that fast. And they aren't going to hold a room overnight just for you, unless you pay for it.

 

On the other hand, I have never heard of a hotel that won't hold your luggage until your room is ready, while you tour or whatever.

[happy42cruise]

There are day use rooms that can be booked through a couple of websites, Google is a good resource.  Some hotels do offer early check-in for a fee.  Check out Dayuse dot com & Resort pass, etc. 

[JohninDC]

The only way to guarantee a room is to book it for the night before and then advise them that you will not arrive until 7:00-7:30 (so they don't give your room away as a no show).