Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale

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1shipshape

Photograher
Our cruise leaves from Port Everglades and we're flying in to Ft. Lauderdale. Any recommendations? Have you stayed at a hotel with a free shuttle from the airport?

Any receommendations/restaurants/hotels, etc. and those to stay away from would be appreciated.

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Krazy Kruizers

Krazy Kruizers

Holland America Specialist
Welcome to Cruise @ddicts.

We have stayed at the Embassy Suites many time both pre and post cruise. They are located on 17th Street. They are close to the new Harbor Shops -- just to the side of the hotel. There are many shops and restaurants there. The Embassy Suites also has a new restaurant E-Spot -- we eat there a lot.

They no longer have free shuttle service to the pier. But it is close to the pier and cost about $12 taxi ride with tip.
 
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sail7seas

Staff Captain
We much prefer Hyatt Pier 66 on 17th Street Causeway, five minutes from the dock. We've stayed there for many years and never disappointed with our stay. Beautiful grounds with huge pool. Wonderful big lobby bar, fabulous breakfast room...... Nice.

No shuttle but a taxi costs under $10.
 
Jersey_Vic

Jersey_Vic

Bar Steward
If you want to be near the beach, Bahia Mar is a nice place. It's right on A1A, with a pedestrian bridge from the hotel property to the beach.


Near the docks, the "new" Ft Lauderdale Hilton Marina on SE17 St Causeway is newly refurbed.

Pier 66 is worth it for the food and service. Well, it was the last time I stayed there. ;)


Lots of choices ... and a short stay in FLL is a great, relaxing prelude to any Carib cruise! :)
 
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paul8

Youth Counselor
Actually it depends on how much you wish to spend. Ramada Inn is not near the terminal, is about $100 but I do not like it for I do not drive and it is not near any malls. Holiday Inn Express is about a block from Embassy Suites. The whole area has several hotels and is near restaurants and across from a strip mall. Near by also is Walgreens.
 
Krazy Kruizers

Krazy Kruizers

Holland America Specialist
There are 3 strip malls in the area.

The newest one is the Harbor Shops:

Ft Lauderdale Harbor Shops off 17th Street Causeway on Cordova Road

Publix
Angela's Beauty Stuff
Angelo's Pizza & Pasta
Bluewater Books
Charts
The Car Store
Carvel Ice Cream
Coco Asian Bistro & Bar
Natural Chicken Grill
The Red Zone Sports Bar & Grill
Tropical Smoothie
Blue Water Books & Charts
Boaters World
Charlie's Locker
Daja Boutique
E B Garnes
Essentials Boutique
J'Seas Clothing
Hallmark
Harbor Cove Jewelers
Harlequin Decor
Global Satellites
La Kasbah
Let's Talk Cellular
Nature's Remedy
Sprint Superstore
Total Wine & More
XTreme Yacht Products
American Home Mortage
Cavendish White Yacht Brokers
Cellular Masters & Beepers
ERA Oceanside
Harbor Breeze & Dry Cleaners
Pakmail
Washington Mutual Bank
Curves
Great Clips
Jacques Dessange Salon & Spa
Nails Port
Payless Shoes
Firehouse Subs
Moe's Southwestern Grill
5 Guys Burgers & Fries
R J Gator's Grill & Bar
 
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1shipshape

Photograher
Thanks for all your help. I'm also looking at the possibility of a free shuttle from the airport and possibly to the cruise terminal. I know we will want to visit a wine/liquor store to buy a few bottles to take along.

Hope we get a good deal on the tickets. I think I prefer to book closer to the date of the cruise... so I don't get overly excited... then I'm disappointed because I've waited Oh So Long.

My friends/family all say I am a "Cruise Addict". That about sums up the truth of the matter. I kinda live from "cruise to cruise."

If you think of any other hotels or visit Ft. Lauderdale before this September/October, please let me know. I will wait a while to book.

1ShipShape:thankyou:
 
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earl_m

Social Host
We have stayed at the Comfort inn on Sterling road a few times. There is free shuttle and a large shopping center near by and lots of fast foods. the price is cheap also!
 
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