Eng23 Posted December 10, 2013 #26 Share Posted December 10, 2013 How about the Doubletree Galleria? The Doubletree Gallery One next to the Galleria Mall is a very nice hotel. It is not right at the port though. It's about a 10 minute ride to the port. Other nice things about the Doubletree are: Water Taxi stop right behind the hotel. The beach is about a 5 minute walk. Plenty of restaurants and shopping at the mall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eng23 Posted December 10, 2013 #27 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Cannot remember the hotel we last stayed in but it had a balcony and when we woke up in the morning it had a wonderful view of the cruise ships. It was just along the waterway near the bridge. Help on this would be great since we are going out of this port in July and want to stay in the area again Two hotels fit that description: Hilton at the Marina and the Hyatt Regency Pier 66. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Peel Posted December 13, 2013 #28 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Thanks to Cruise Critic, several years ago I discovered Last Minute Travel.com. I booked two suites at the Hilton Double Tree Galleria in Fort Lauderdale again this year for $150 each for mid February. Great location next to mall with drug store and grocery store close by for all pre-cruise needs. The cheapest entertainment is right at your doorstep for the Water Taxi giving you a guided tour of the inter-coastal, mansions and yachts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recyclelady Posted December 13, 2013 #29 Share Posted December 13, 2013 I'm fine with the Ft. Lauderdale LaQuinta Airport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandj Posted December 13, 2013 #30 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Being near the port would not be choosing a "suite" hotel nearer the airport. The room for five at some hotels mentioned here would be two double beds and maybe a sleeper or a fold away. Do your research.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinykygal Posted December 14, 2013 #31 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Thought I had our 1 night pre-cruise FLL hotel selected but suddenly the rate jumped $100! Our flight is outrageous so I am looking for a clean place with perhaps shuttle to port. What are your thoughts and suggestions? Room would be on a Thursday, seeing ships an extra. Not really interested in Embassy. I realize that many hotels no longer offer free shuttles but we also tip well. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 14, 2013 #32 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Thought I had our 1 night pre-cruise FLL hotel selected but suddenly the rate jumped $100! Our flight is outrageous so I am looking for a clean place with perhaps shuttle to port.What are your thoughts and suggestions? Room would be on a Thursday, seeing ships an extra. Not really interested in Embassy. I realize that many hotels no longer offer free shuttles but we also tip well. Thanks You can see ships from the tower of Hyatt Pier 66 in a south facing room, but there are no shuttles there. It's only a short cab ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted December 14, 2013 #33 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Great location next to mall with drug store and grocery store close by for all pre-cruise needs. The cheapest entertainment is right at your doorstep for the Water Taxi giving you a guided tour of the inter-coastal, mansions and yachts Cheap? The water taxi is $20 per person. That's a little expensive but you are right, it is great entertainment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinykygal Posted December 15, 2013 #34 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Recycle Lady, thanks. Did you fly and did they provide shuttle from airport and from airport to cruise terminal? While staying on the water and the views would be nice, I am not sure it is worth the extra $$. Still looking and reviewing Appreciate all the suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99florida Posted December 15, 2013 #35 Share Posted December 15, 2013 I have stayed there too and really enjoyed my stay. What's the address for this hotel? Can't seem to find it. Maybe changed name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wehwalt Posted December 15, 2013 #36 Share Posted December 15, 2013 I booked the Doubletree Galleria's AARP rate, which has a 2 pm checkout. So will get to the port after the rush has died down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recyclelady Posted December 18, 2013 #37 Share Posted December 18, 2013 tinykygal: When I was last at the LQ Airport Hotel the shuttle was free from the airport and also to the cruise ship. It appears that they have changed in the past year or so: it is still free to take the shuttle from the airport, but they will charge you $8 per person to get to the ship the next day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted December 18, 2013 #38 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Is the Bahia Mar the same as the Lago Mar? No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooguy Posted December 19, 2013 #39 Share Posted December 19, 2013 We're staying at the Alhambra in February 2014 for two nights pre cruise. Has anyone stayed there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewPennCruiser Posted December 20, 2013 #40 Share Posted December 20, 2013 We're staying at the Alhambra in February 2014 for two nights pre cruise. Has anyone stayed there? This is our favorite places to stay in Fort Lauderdale although we have never stayed pre-cruise. They do host many people pre and post cruise though. It has old Florida charm with a great pool, fantastic location and very personal service. Matt the owner will pretty much greet you at the gate. Read the reviews on TripAdviser and they are all pretty much spot on. This is a great hotel! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooguy Posted December 21, 2013 #41 Share Posted December 21, 2013 Thanks for the feedback on the Alhambra. We picked it because of the Trip Advisor reviews, but it still means a lot to have your input. Thanks, and we're looking forward to our stay at the Alhambra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaCBear Posted December 22, 2013 #42 Share Posted December 22, 2013 booked the Crowne Plaza for 140 per night two nights next week using last minute travel above average reviews location seems good. ditto on Hyatt Place not that impressed last time I was there but that was three years ago. And if you book it early enough you might even get a better deal. I paid $90 including all fees and taxes for our room at the Crowne next Saturday. It's now sold out, but a few weeks should the room were over $350! But I booked on Last Minute last April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warbar Posted January 12, 2014 #43 Share Posted January 12, 2014 I have to agree, our last time at the ES were not so stellar. We've stayed there twice in years past but now enjoy the other Hilton's in the area as well. I can honestly say the Hilton Beach Resort last year was the NICEST hotel I've ever stayed in. Our room was a 1 bedroom apartment! :) It was HUGE! (and the balcony was a 10) http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd97/rccl1/DSCN1154.jpg http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd97/rccl1/DSCN1170.jpg http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd97/rccl1/DSCN1168.jpg We had coffee out there both mornings. It was 'almost' as good as having it on our balcony on the ship. ; ) Just booked a room here for our pre cruise stay. I hope it is worth the $700 a night price tag. But being spring break I assume all the rates are high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted January 13, 2014 #44 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Just booked a room here for our pre cruise stay. I hope it is worth the $700 a night price tag. But being spring break I assume all the rates are high. IMO there is no room at the Hilton worth $700 unless it is a big suite and you are a large family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warbar Posted January 13, 2014 #45 Share Posted January 13, 2014 2 Bedroom 2 king suite with full kitchen. A separate bedrooms for the kids is worth it's weight in gold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmerelda Posted January 13, 2014 #46 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Yikes Warbar, we did not pay that high of a rate. We had a 1 bedroom (with 2 full bathrooms, kitchen, wrap aorund balcony etc.) for about $220 (that includes taxes). We stayed on black Friday, then the next day also not spring break. I know you are going to LOVE the FL Hilton Beach Resort. Absolutely our favorite hotel on the strip with impeccable service and fabulous rooms! :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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