OhioDogLover Posted June 28, 2007 #1 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Can someone recommend a hotel in Ft. Lauderdale for the night before the cruise? We don't want anything fancy, but we do want clean and easy to get to/from the airport and the embarcation point. Thanks, Ohiodoglover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mii Posted June 28, 2007 #2 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Ohio, there is all sorts of information on Ft. lauderdale hotels in the North American Homeports forum. Then scroll to East Coast departures. Unbelievable information there on hotels in that city. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vince_g Posted June 28, 2007 #3 Share Posted June 28, 2007 We used the Renaissance on 17th St. Very nice hotel and probably the closest to the port of any of the hotels. We walked over to Port Everglades from there. Some nice restaurants, food/drug/liquor store very nearby. Walking across the causeway bridge was fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Co. Cruisers Posted June 28, 2007 #4 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Used to stay at Best Western Motel and Marina Inn, directly across inlet from where most Princess ships dock BUT hurricane did a job on that motel - now closed. We've got 8 going 11/26 - 12/06, Emerald Princess, staying at Comfort Suites Airport & Cruise Port, 1800 So. Federal Hwy. Total $$$ per couple over 50 - $99.00. Nothing fancy but looks nice. Free shuttle from Airport to Hotel and from hotel to dock also free breakfast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
criuisingurl079 Posted June 28, 2007 #5 Share Posted June 28, 2007 We also tried the Comfort Inn, not that nice, but I would highly recommend the Hampton Inn Airport. It's beautiful, and has a free shuttle for dinner and to the port. It's really nice for a Hampton, looks more like a Marriott! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlywilson Posted June 28, 2007 #6 Share Posted June 28, 2007 We just came off of the CB, stayed the night before at the Holiday Inn Express Convention Center. The room was good, clean, breakfast free, shuttle 6.00 pp to port...if you wanna sightsee, get a sun trolley map, stand outside the hotel by the street, and the bus comes every 15 minutes or so..you can ride it to the beach for 50 cents pp per trip, or get out at the beach and get on the one that goes to las olas. also there is a shopping center about 2 blocks away from the hotel, coldstone creamery across the street, outback steakhouse by the shopping center. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggprincess2004 Posted June 28, 2007 #7 Share Posted June 28, 2007 We also have the used the HIE a number of times, basic, but clean and reliable. Also pretty darn convenient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobcruiser24 Posted June 29, 2007 #8 Share Posted June 29, 2007 Anybody ever stay at the Hilton on 1870 Griffin Road in Dania-Florida. I have read that this is a nice hotel, just don't know if it has free shuttle to cruise port? Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma Mojito Posted June 29, 2007 #9 Share Posted June 29, 2007 Last year we stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Convention Center, Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast buffet and the price was reasonable. This year I was able to find a special website that gave us a better deal at the Amersuites and they have free shuttle Holiday Inn charges six dollars a person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma Mojito Posted June 29, 2007 #10 Share Posted June 29, 2007 Last year we stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Convention Center, Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast buffet and the price was reasonable. This year I was able to find a special website that gave us a better deal at the Amersuites and they have free shuttle Holiday Inn charges six dollars a person. We also had stayed at the Best Western Marina and really enjoyed our stay there hope someday it will be rebuilt. We love the water taxi in Fort Lauderdale easy and economic way to get around Fort Lauderdale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cot427 Posted June 29, 2007 #11 Share Posted June 29, 2007 I am staying at the Sleep Inn Fort Lauderdale Airport in Dania. All of the reviews were decent, airport shuttle and continental breakfast, pool, close to restaurants and beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iowaflatlander Posted July 1, 2007 #12 Share Posted July 1, 2007 We are planning on staying 3 nights before our cruise on Dec. 1, 2007 on the Royal Caribbean Jewel of the Seas. Does anyone know which cruiseline pier RCI uses? Also not sure what hotel to book. Have looked at lots of sights but not sure what area would work, and be within our budget. Has anyone stayed at teh Candelewood Suites or the Amerisuites in Ft. Lauderdale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coolmama_1 Posted July 1, 2007 #13 Share Posted July 1, 2007 We stayed at Amerisuites prior to our cruise. It's a great location and shuttle to cruiseport. The only down side was that there was a charter group going on a jam cruise and they had not checked out of their rooms at 2:00pm:eek: . The hotel was in the process of removing them when we arrived. Needless to say, we were 6:00 getting into our rooms. The front desk allowed us to store our luggage and go get something to eat, but it was a madhouse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwwmarge Posted July 1, 2007 #14 Share Posted July 1, 2007 We will be on the Jewel for March 30 TA and decided to stay 2 nights pre-cruise at Waterfront Inn near Beach Place. It's $90 with 10% because we belong to AAA there is no shuttle. Suggested cost of taxi from airport and to port is $20 each way. Has anyone stayed here? I liked the idea of Beach Place with their many restaurants and music in the eve. The beach is just across the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelmac Posted July 1, 2007 #15 Share Posted July 1, 2007 Can someone recommend a hotel in Ft. Lauderdale for the night before the cruise? We don't want anything fancy, but we do want clean and easy to get to/from the airport and the embarcation point.Thanks, Ohiodoglover What dates do you need a hotel? We can give specific recommendations if we know the dates. Have a great cruise! Kel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted July 1, 2007 #16 Share Posted July 1, 2007 Can someone recommend a hotel in Ft. Lauderdale for the night before the cruise? We don't want anything fancy, but we do want clean and easy to get to/from the airport and the embarcation point.Thanks, Ohiodoglover Another vote for Holiday Inn Express on 17th near Convention Center. Have stayed there several times and have never had any complaints with room or service. There's a Publix grocery store within a block or so up the street as well as several liquor stores within walking distance. A Walgreens within the same block as the hotel, several good restaurants across the street and a water taxi stand a block down across from the hotel. Trolley pick up outside the hotel that can take you to the beach as well as other places of interest. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbeestl Posted July 2, 2007 #17 Share Posted July 2, 2007 I have the EXACT same question. :D We're flying into FLL on 11/4/07 so we need a place to crash late Sunday night. Our plane doesn't land until 11:00 PM so no need for a pool or anything else fancy, just a nice clean bed! Preferably close to the airport too so we can get there quick after we land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iowaflatlander Posted July 2, 2007 #18 Share Posted July 2, 2007 we booked three nights pre cruise at teh comfort inn air port/cruise port South for $80 government rate..called hotel direct..probably after reading some of the reviews..we might be bedding down on the beach lol..but has transportation from airport and cruise port and full breakfast..and for three nights most of the other places were way out of our price range. thinking the money saved could go for drinks on board the Jewel on the 1st of Dec. grins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggprincess2004 Posted July 2, 2007 #19 Share Posted July 2, 2007 I have the EXACT same question. :D We're flying into FLL on 11/4/07 so we need a place to crash late Sunday night. Our plane doesn't land until 11:00 PM so no need for a pool or anything else fancy, just a nice clean bed! Preferably close to the airport too so we can get there quick after we land. The pier is relatively close to the airport in FLL, so most of the hotels that are close to the piers will still be an easy, short trip from the airport. I stand by HIE for clean and reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare boards Posted July 2, 2007 #20 Share Posted July 2, 2007 We found the Extended Stay America on 17th very nice and afordable. Near restaurants and stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmilu Posted July 4, 2007 #21 Share Posted July 4, 2007 What web site did you find to get the rate for Amerisuites in Fort Lauderdale? Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmilu Posted July 4, 2007 #22 Share Posted July 4, 2007 Lady45- what is the special web site that you used to book this hotel in Fort Lauderdale? Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmilu Posted July 4, 2007 #23 Share Posted July 4, 2007 Double post- sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwwmarge Posted July 4, 2007 #24 Share Posted July 4, 2007 I think it's ..... www.valuetrips.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma Mojito Posted July 4, 2007 #25 Share Posted July 4, 2007 What web site did you find to get the rate for Amerisuites in Fort Lauderdale?Thank you The website is www.valuetrips.com After you make your reservation it takes a couple of days to comfirm that you have a room but they do getback to you. Hope you can book a room the price is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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