Full List: Fort Lauderdale Park & Cruise Hotels Near Port Everglades

When it comes to cruising, the cost of parking often catches people by surprise. For instance, the cost of parking at the Port Everglades cruise port in Fort Lauderdale runs $20 per day. On a 7-day trip, you’re spending $140 on parking alone before you even step onto the ship.

But here’s a money-saving tip: If you are staying in the area the night before your cruise, many hotels have special parking offers. You stay with them for one night and they will let you park your car for the length of your cruise.

This parking is much cheaper than parking at the port, plus many hotels will provide you with a shuttle to the cruise port. Often the cost of parking runs just $5-10 per day, instead of the $20 charged at the port.

Now, if you weren’t already planning to stay near the port the night before your trip, then what you save on parking is not worth the extra expense of the hotel room. However, there’s no doubt that staying in a Fort Lauderdale hotel with cruise parking can save you some serious cash.

That’s why we called dozens of hotels located near the port to ask about their parking deals. We have all the details below.

Click the hotel name to read reviews and see pricing on Kayak.com. For locations with parking packages, you may have to book directly through the hotel. Most hotels you can just let them know at check-in that you’d like to leave your car there.

(Looking for Fort Lauderdale hotels with shuttles to the cruise port? Here’s a list of hotels with cruise shuttles.)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) Park & Cruise Hotels

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Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport North Cruise Port
You’ll find the Hampton Inn just off the “Marina Mile” in Fort Lauderdale. It’s tucked away off the road, but with easy access to a main thoroughfare through the city and to the port. It also is right next to a grocery store in case you need to pick up some last-minute cruise items. Parking costs just $5 per night. Note this is only for guests who stay at the hotel.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 3 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Cambria Hotel & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport South & Cruise Port
Cambria sits in a cluster of several mid-priced hotels just off of I-95, but still secluded from the freeway. It’s among the highest-rated hotels on our list, with an average rating of 4.5 out of five. There are a number of chain stores and hotels nearby and you are only a few minutes from the airport. Parking is $10 per day while you cruise (much cheaper than parking at the port). Simply let the front desk know when you arrive. There is also a shuttle to Port Everglades.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 4.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Comfort Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport South
Another mid-range hotel, this is a good option for those who want to stay near the airport without breaking the budget. Parking costs $15 per day according to the front desk when we called. There is a shuttle to Port Everglades for extra. Getting back to the hotel you’ll need to arrange your own ride, but a quick Uber/Lyft trip won’t cost that much.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 7 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Best Western Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port
Staying here offers a discount off parking at the port, at just $10 per day while you are on your cruise. It’s then a $15 per person shuttle to Port Everglades. The location is convenient and the hotel is priced affordably for Fort Lauderdale. You won’t be at the beach, but still in a nice area that’s only 10-15 minutes from the cruise port.

• Price: $-$$
• Distance to Port: 3 miles
• Review Rating: 3.5 out of 5

SpringHill Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port
Located in a cluster of similar-level hotels, SpringHill offers suites for those needing a little more space. The best news is that parking costs $5 per day. Considering that you save $15 a day off of cruise port parking, that means you’re pocketing $105 in savings during a weeklong cruise. You’re also only about 10-15 minutes from the ships at Port Everglades.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport South
Perhaps the easiest hotel to get to if you are coming from the airport, the Holiday Inn Express is a straight shot south on Highway 1 in Dania Beach. The area is busy, and parking is in a garage. Parking costs $10 per day with an $15 shuttle to the cruise port. Your ride to the ships should only take about 10 minutes on the day of your cruise.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 3 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port
One of the best deals in Fort Lauderdale hotels with cruise parking, this hotel offers parking that costs just $10 per night, along with a $20 per person ride to the cruise port (or you can take an Uber/Lyft). You are also extremely close to backside of the airport. Lagoons on both sides of the road make the area feel more secluded despite being in the middle of the city.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 5.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Homewood Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port
Easy access to I-95, yet not right on the freeway, Homewood Suites offers a nice place to stay with easy access to get around the city and to the port. Parking and shuttle are included when booking parking package on the hotel’s website (look for the “Fort Lauderdale Cruise Package”). There are also a number of nearby spots to grab a bite to eat and a relatively easy ride to your ship on cruise day.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 5 miles
• Review Rating: 3.5 out of 5

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise
The Holiday Inn Express and Candlewood Suites (below) share a parking lot, so if one is booked up or more expensive, then you should definitely try the other. They are in a prime location convenient to both the airport and the cruise port. You can simply pay $10 per day for parking and $15 per person for a shuttle. All you have to do is let the front desk know at check-in that you want to park.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 3 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Candlewood Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise
We consider the Holiday Inn Express and Candlewood Suites to be sister properties. They sit right next to each other and offer many of the same amenities. The hotel features the same $10 per day rate for guests who want to leave their car while they cruise. There is also a ride over to the cruise port for $15 per person. For an affordable price you can get a comfortable stay only a few minutes from Port Everglades.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 3 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Extended Stay America – Fort Lauderdale – Convention Center – Cruise Port
A nice mix of convenience and budget (assuming you catch them during an off-peak time of year), the Extended Stay is within a decent walk of the cruise port. A call to the hotel told us that parking is just $7 a night while you cruise for guests who stay a night. Compare that to the port at $20 per night, even though it is close to this hotel.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 0.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Hotel Dello Fort Lauderdale Airport
Sitting on Highway 1 due south of the airport, it’s a straight shot from Hotel Dello out to the beach, and just about 10 minutes out to the cruise ships. From here you aren’t far from the ships and if you stay, you can also save on parking. The hotel charges $15 per day for cruise parking. Need a ride to the port? They offer a third-party shuttle for $15 per person.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 3 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Rodeway Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port
The Rodeway Inn & Suites might not impress the folks at your next cocktail party, but it’s a solid choice to stay before your cruise. With a package booked through the hotel, there is long-term parking (10 days) offered while you are on your cruise, plus a round trip shuttle between the hotel and cruise port. The cruise port is a straight shot down Marina Mile Boulevard from the hotel.

• Price: $-$$
• Distance to Port: 5 miles
• Review Rating: 3.5 out of 5

Hampton Inn & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/South Cruise Port
Clean, comfortable, affordable, and highly rated, Hampton Inn is a solid choice for anyone taking a cruise from Port Everglades. About 15 minutes from the cruise port (and near the airport), the Hampton Inn offers a “Stay, Park and Go” special on its website that includes seven nights of parking a shuttle to/from the cruise port.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 4.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Hampton Inn Downtown
The hotels we’ve featured so far are all situated around the cruise port and the airport. This hotel is ideal if you want to stay at a comfortable place in downtown Fort Lauderdale. It offers the sort of clean, comfortable room you’d expect from Hampton Inn, along with a “Snooze and Cruise” deal. This offer includes a round trip shuttle for two between the hotel and Port Everglades. There is also parking included for up to seven nights. (Note: We were told you have to call Hilton to get this offer.)

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 4 miles
• Review Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port
Sitting near the intersection of State Highway 1 and A1A, the Four Points is in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. That means it’s also right by the port. They offer a complimentary airport shuttle and a transport to the cruise port for $15 per person. If you drive, you can book the “Park and Cruise” deal that includes seven nights of parking after your stay. 

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 1.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Home2 Suites Hotel Airport-Cruise Port
By distance, this hotel is about six miles from the cruise port, but only about 15 minutes from the ships. Well-reviewed, a phone call to the hotel told us that after your stay you can leave your car parked for $10 per day. Simply let the front desk know that you want to park at check-in. A shuttle is also offered for $15 per person to the cruise ships.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 6.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Hyatt House Fort Lauderdale Airport – South & Cruise Port
Hyatt House is an all-suite hotel, making it a good option if you’re looking for somewhere with a little more space. It sits near the southwest corner of the Fort Lauderdale airport, or about 15 minutes from the cruise ships. The hotel offers parking during your cruise for $12 per day if you stay the night before. There is also a shuttle over to the port for $15 per person.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 6 miles
• Review Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port
Fairfield offers a “Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port Transportation” package. This deal offers a ride to Port Everglades, plus parking for up to 7 days. In our search, it was only about $70 more than the base rate — a big savings over parking at the port. This unassuming hotel is a great option if you just care about having a decent place the night before your cruise without anything too fancy. Parking is also offered at the hotel through TropicalAirportParking.com at $8.45 per day.

• Price: $$
• Distance to Port: 5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port
Set back from the street and surrounded by trees, this hotel gives it a bit of a secluded feeling. Here, you’re about 15 minutes from the cruise port. The Hilton Garden Inn offers parking through TropicalAirportParking.com. Head to that website and you can book your parking for $11.99 per day. You’ll just print your parking pass to show the front desk when you arrive.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 6 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the closest hotels to the port with cruise parking?
If you want close hotel parking, then you’re in luck. Given the popularity of Fort Lauderdale and Port Everglades as a tourist destination, there are tons of hotels in the area.

Those closest to the port with parking include:

• Candlewood Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise
• Extended Stay America – Fort Lauderdale – Convention Center – Cruise Port 
• Four Points by Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port

Why are the prices for hotels in the area so high?
As you might guess, the hotel rates can vary widely depending on the particular date you sail. Want to stay during Spring Break? You will be shelling out more dough for the same room. You’ll obviously find lower rates if your able to sail during the offseason or if you sail out mid-week and don’t need to stay overnight during the weekend.

Which Fort Lauderdale hotels offer free or included parking?
Free parking is a rarity in Fort Lauderdale. In our search, hotels near the airport and cruise port either have parking packages (which are priced higher than the regular room rate) or charge a flat daily fee for parking.

That said, the cheapest parking we found is with SpringHill Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port ($5 per night) and Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport North Cruise Port ($5 per night). 

More on Cruising From Port Everglades

Getting to Port Everglades — Transportation options from airports and the area to the cruise port. Everything you need to know to get to the port and start your vacation.

Port Everglades Cruise Parking — Parking at the port? We’ve got you covered with all your parking options, including costs and discounts.

Port Everglades Hotels with Cruise Shuttles — A number of hotels will give you a ride to the port. Look at this list of hotels that offer cruise shuttles to the port with a one-night stay.

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