voljeep Posted February 25, 2019 #1 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Yes, I have posted this in the Florida departures board  Hotels next/close to cruise port for pre-cruise  "that we could book pre-cruise for 1 or 2 nights  what is the name of the Hotel we can see left from the dock ? does it offer a stay and cruise package so you can leave your car there ? can you catch a boat tour there ?  1st time poster here ... but poster on the Princess forum  thanks, and I'm sure to have other questions, and will definitely come back to check responses" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WisCruiser2 Posted February 25, 2019 #2 Share Posted February 25, 2019 (edited) We like Hyatt Place 17th St Convention Center (although it's on 10th Ave). Close to the port, Publix & other shops & restaurants. Check valuetrips dot com to see if they have a deal. Water taxi stop is near the Hilton. Edited February 25, 2019 by WisCruiser2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted February 25, 2019 Author #3 Share Posted February 25, 2019 2 minutes ago, WisCruiser2 said: We like Hyatt Place 17th St Convention Center (although it's on 10th Ave). Close to the port, Publix & other shops & restaurants. Check valuetrips dot com to see if they have a deal. thanks we're looking more for an add-a-day hotel stay to our little 4 day cruise in May, that is right on the water overlooking the cruise ship port to get us in "full cruise mode" - and treat it as a cruise 'port' adding a day, possibly 2 to our cruise we drive to PE - so the shops, Publix are not really a necessary consideration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 4cats4me Posted February 25, 2019 #4 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Hi Voljeep, Hyatt Place has the cheapest parking of all the hotels in that area, I believe, but it is not on the water. They charge around $7 per day to leave your car while you cruise, OR at least they used to. Embassy Suites is near Hyatt, and they charge a lot per day to Park. Renaissance, almost right across the street from the cruise port entry point is a nice place, but I think they charge a lot for parking. Hilton Marina might be the property you are referring to, which is right there facing the draw bridge or the former Hyatt which is now Pier 66. Pull up a google map to see the orientation of various hotels in relation to the port to give yourself a better idea. I find TripAdvisor helpful, or various travel websites or apps very helpful in this regard. My husband and I have stayed at ES, Hyatt Place, Renaissance, Crown Plaza (a little far out but you will have a car) and we love the Riverside. The parking is way too expensive at Riverside, but we love that location on Las Olas. The hotel we like the most is Hyatt Place though . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise-Crazzy Posted February 25, 2019 #5 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Best Western Oceanside is a short walk to the beach. Not far from the port and the water taxi. The Hotel you are refering to is Pier 66. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlopPlop Posted February 25, 2019 #6 Share Posted February 25, 2019 We stayed at both Hyatt Place 17th street and Pier 66 last year. I have no information on parking but they were both very nice to stay at. You can catch the Water Taxi right outside Hyatt. If you stay at pier 66 you will have to walk over the bridge to get to the Hyatt for the water taxi. Both offered departure and return shuttles to the port for a nominal fee. This summer we have reserved the Hyatt because it is so convienient for us with the water taxi and the Walgreens within walking distance. We really enjoyed waking up early and walking to the top of the bridge to watch the cruise ships come in. I recommend you go to the website for Hyatt or call them directly to inquire about parking packages. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefightermediclasvegas Posted February 25, 2019 #7 Share Posted February 25, 2019 We always stay at the Embassy Suites. It's close and you get a nice breakfast and comfortable rooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinFinsUp Posted February 25, 2019 #8 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Not sure whether you are thinking of the intercoastal or the ocean. If you want on the ocean, the Marriott Harbor Beach resort is close to the port and on the ocean - but its pricey! On the Intercoastal, the Hilton Marina has a water taxi stop under the 17th Street Bridge. https://watertaxi.com/schedule/ As for boat tours, https://www.sunny.org/things-to-do/tours-and-sightseeing-cruises/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted February 25, 2019 Author #9 Share Posted February 25, 2019 it may be the Hilton Marina ? just talked to them... yes, intercoastal now looking at the Embassy Suites also - although not on the intercoastal ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted February 25, 2019 #10 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Here's the webcam from Pier 66. As long as they don't change the camera it is now looking at the Hilton and Renaissance Hotel.. Right across the street from one of the cruise terminals. www.ftlauderdalewebcam.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare 4cats4me Posted February 25, 2019 #11 Share Posted February 25, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, PlopPlop said: We stayed at both Hyatt Place 17th street and Pier 66 last year. I have no information on parking but they were both very nice to stay at. You can catch the Water Taxi right outside Hyatt. If you stay at pier 66 you will have to walk over the bridge to get to the Hyatt for the water taxi. Both offered departure and return shuttles to the port for a nominal fee. This summer we have reserved the Hyatt because it is so convienient for us with the water taxi and the Walgreens within walking distance. We really enjoyed waking up early and walking to the top of the bridge to watch the cruise ships come in. I recommend you go to the website for Hyatt or call them directly to inquire about parking packages. There is no water near the Hyatt Place 17th Street Are you perhaps referring to the Hilton Marina to catch a water taxi? Pier 66 used to be a Hyatt. Edited February 25, 2019 by 4cats4me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlopPlop Posted February 26, 2019 #12 Share Posted February 26, 2019 1 hour ago, 4cats4me said: There is no water near the Hyatt Place 17th Street Are you perhaps referring to the Hilton Marina to catch a water taxi? Pier 66 used to be a Hyatt. You are right! Hilton Marina is where we like to stay. That’s what I get for trying to add my two cents when I should have been working.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted February 26, 2019 #13 Share Posted February 26, 2019 If you stay at the Hilton marina you can request a room looking right at the ship. Princess docks across from hilton hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteerageJoe Posted February 26, 2019 #14 Share Posted February 26, 2019 Here is the view (zoomed) of the Regal Princess from the Hilton Tower area! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted February 26, 2019 #15 Share Posted February 26, 2019 Great pic SteerageJoe. This must be on Sunday because of the many ships in port. We had five in port on Saturday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FOPMan Posted February 26, 2019 #16 Share Posted February 26, 2019 Or, if you’re looking to have another beach excursion day, look at Lago Mar, which is directly on Fort Lauderdale beach, and a short walk along the beach to the jetties for sail-away (starting around 4pm most Saturdays and Sundays). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted February 26, 2019 Author #17 Share Posted February 26, 2019 looks like it will be the Embassy Suites ... giving up the intercoastal water location and view of cruise ship for happy hour and breakfast included works for us for 1 night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E23NK1 Posted February 27, 2019 #18 Share Posted February 27, 2019 14 hours ago, voljeep said: looks like it will be the Embassy Suites ... giving up the intercoastal water location and view of cruise ship for happy hour and breakfast included works for us for 1 night We are doing the same thing...both pre and post cruise...reviews were good so we're gonna give it a shot there. It does look like there are interior courtyard rooms that I wonder if they are noisy...so we may request an exterior view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteerageJoe Posted February 27, 2019 #19 Share Posted February 27, 2019 53 minutes ago, E23NK1 said: We are doing the same thing...both pre and post cruise...reviews were good so we're gonna give it a shot there. It does look like there are interior courtyard rooms that I wonder if they are noisy...so we may request an exterior view. All the rooms have windows and doors on the inside but with exterior views (what I saw anyway). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted February 27, 2019 #20 Share Posted February 27, 2019 I have stayed here many times; they serve a great breakfast; and right behind the hotel is a grocery store; so if you need any last minute items; it is right there for you; plus there are a few places to eat right near this hotel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHEZMARYLOU Posted February 27, 2019 #21 Share Posted February 27, 2019 We usually stay at Embassy Suites. All the rooms are 2 room suites. The door leads to the living area and the bedroom is off that on the outside of the hotel. I have heard that a room overlooking the pool can be noisy at night because of the night life around the pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted February 27, 2019 Author #22 Share Posted February 27, 2019 2 hours ago, AF-1 said: I have stayed here many times; they serve a great breakfast; and right behind the hotel is a grocery store; so if you need any last minute items; it is right there for you; plus there are a few places to eat right near this hotel Just booked our reservation ... our little 4 day cruise is now a 5 day stay n cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E23NK1 Posted February 27, 2019 #23 Share Posted February 27, 2019 Great info everyone...thanks. One of the reasons we books it too is because its close to stores...so we can grab a case of water and bottles of wine for the cruise. I didn't realize that all the rooms were interior and exterior....interesting...thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Filsail Posted May 10, 2019 #24 Share Posted May 10, 2019 We are going to try Bahia Mar .We have booked the Jungle Queen Riverboat dinner show our first night , and plan on hoping on and off the water taxi the next day . Both are walking distance from hotel . No shuttle though . Will have to find transportation from airport and to ship . Hope it works out . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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