7nucruzers Posted June 28, 2004 #1 Share Posted June 28, 2004 has anyone stayed at or know anything about the best western - marina inn in fll? This property is supposed to be right on the water across from the ports. They say you can see the ships coming in and out; however, I've not heard mention of this hotel on these boards - don't know if that's bad or good! Can anyone help me????? thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perky1 Posted June 28, 2004 #2 Share Posted June 28, 2004 I am pretty sure they mean the Marriott Marina. We stayed there last March and yes it is on the Fll waterway. The water taxi stops out front and you can ride all day for $5./pp. We were up at 6 a.m. to watch our ship come in - right in front of us. It was wonderful. Free shuttle to the pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnguy Posted June 28, 2004 #3 Share Posted June 28, 2004 I believe the Best Western and the Marriot Marina are two different places. I think I read somewhere here (sorry can't find it) that the Best Western is not the greatest. You would not go wrong with the Marriot Marina though. It's an excellent hotel and less than a mile from the port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gayla59 Posted June 29, 2004 #4 Share Posted June 29, 2004 I too think there is a Best Western Marina Park and a Marriott Marina. I believe the reviews for the BW weren't very favorable. You can check the reviews at www.tripadvisor.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riskywood Posted July 1, 2004 #5 Share Posted July 1, 2004 We stayed there the night before our cruise. It is a very old hotel but was clean. You can see the Princess dock right across the water. It was a thrill to see the Caribbean Princess early that Saturday morning across from the motel. I suggest that you find another place to stay if you are looking for a modern hotel. This one is quite a walk to the restaurants and grocery stores that you may want to go to before the cruise. It does have free transportation to and from the airport and port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farkle Posted July 2, 2004 #6 Share Posted July 2, 2004 After staying at the Best Western Marina, I cannot recommend it. The viewing of the cruise ships from the hotel doesn't make up for dirty and old.:mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurBunny Posted July 2, 2004 #7 Share Posted July 2, 2004 Unfortunately, I have to say the Best Western Marina in Fort Lauderdale is on my "do not stay at for any price" list. While some cruisers have had no problems, there are too many and too frequent reports of major problems including housekeeping, accounting and even safety to consider this hotel. Often you can do MUCH better on Priceline both in price and quality of hotel. The Marriott Marina is definitely a very different hotel. No hesitation in recommending that property. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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