The Port Everglades Cruise Terminal in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is along the Intercoastal Waterway. Cruises depart the terminal for Caribbean and international destinations weekly, and include ships from companies such as Celebrity, Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruise Lines. Out-of-town cruise travelers can reserve a hotel room at one of several hotels just minutes from the departure port.
Cruise travelers who want to enjoy their stay in luxury and style can stay at the Renaissance Hotel. Only a 10-minute drive from the Port Everglades Cruise Terminal, the Renaissance is an AAA Four Diamond Award-winning hotel that offers premium services and amenities. Guests enjoy valet dry cleaning services, an in-house notary, a full-service business center and secretarial services. The hotel features a warm tropical theme, and rooms are outfitted with boutique-style furniture, upscale linens and large flat screen televisions. Guests also have access to a heated outdoor swimming pool, as well as a fitness center.
The Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Marina hotel is a waterfront property just minutes from the cruise port. Leisure travelers are drawn to the variety of recreation offered by the hotel, including deep sea fishing, jet skiing and private yacht charters. The hotel also offers shuttle services to the Las Olas Riverfront Shopping Center and the beach. Dining options at the hotel including gourmet Asian cuisine at China Grill Fort Lauderdale. Guests also enjoy panoramic views of the Intercoastal Waterway from their rooms.
The Comfort Suites is an affordable, family-friendly hotel near the Port Everglades Cruise Terminal. The hotel provides free shuttles to the cruise port, as well as convenient transfers to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Hotel prices also include free parking and a daily continental breakfast. Rooms are spacious, and many feature separate sitting areas, as well as microwaves and refrigerators.
The Lago Mar Resort and Club has 500 feet of private beachfront just steps from the hotel. Guests can take advantage of jet ski rentals, parasailing, scuba diving and fishing charters, as well as a 9,000-square foot swimming pool. Lago Mar's spa offers massages, facials and beauty services. And Lago Mar also has three restaurants, a bar and a wine lounge. Rooms feature granite counter tops, flat screen televisions and premium in-room coffee.
