15 Awesome Hotels Near Cruise Terminals
Hotels Near Popular Cruise Terminals
While some travelers enjoy flying and embarking or disembarking on their cruise on the same day, others take it easier, flying in a day or a few days early and enjoying some pre-cruise resort life or an exploration of the city before heading onto their ship. Others enjoy spending a few days after their cruise recovering or extending the fun!
Whatever your cruise style, the cities from where you begin or end a cruise are just as worthy of exploration and enjoyment as the destinations you’ll visit during your cruise. The hotels and resorts featured in this slideshow are only a few of the incredible accommodations located by cruise ports both near and far.
Scroll through this slideshow to discover fifteen incredible hotels and resorts near cruise terminals!
The Gabriel Miami
The Gabriel Miami is a luxury hotel offering plenty of experiences and packages to help cruisers extend their vacation just a little longer, or for cruisers preparing to sail away. The Sun Survival Kit includes everything a first-time cruiser needs, including sunscreen, eye masks, slippers and tea. The hotel also offers a wellness dining menu for each meal, a QR code linking to a map of local attractions for adventurous travelers and even the option to hire a personal trainer for a workout lesson!
Hotel Arts Barcelona
Hotel Arts Barcelona is a 5-star hotel located near the port in Barcelona. The 44-story building features a two-starred Michelin restaurant, rooftop spa, two outdoor pools, gardens and terraces, along with a variety of room, suite and penthouse options. Travelers embarking or disembarking a cruise in Barcelona will find themselves extending their vacation in luxury at this hotel, which showcases the city’s artistic, modern side.
New Orleans Marriott
About a mile away from the Port of New Orleans, the New Orleans Marriott is a 4-star hotel located on Canal Street, within walking distance to the French Quarter and Jackson Square, the Audubon Aquarium and other attractions. It offers four restaurants, a rooftop pool, fitness center, event spaces and views of the Mississippi River. Travelers ending Mississippi river cruises or just beginning their ocean cruises can find a relaxing place to land in one of the hotel’s 1,333 rooms.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Located atop San Francisco’s Nob Hill and located in a historic building dating back to 1909 is The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, an ideal accommodation for luxury travelers during a pre- or post-cruise stay in the city. Only two miles away from the city’s cruise terminal, its 336 suites and rooms feature luxurious furnishings and gorgeous views of the bay or San Francisco’s skyline. It’s also located near some of the city’s most iconic attractions, making it a great place for first-timers to the city.
The Edgewater
Only 0.2 miles from the Port of Seattle’s Pier 66 and offering a special package just for cruisers for pre- or post-cruise stays, the historic Edgewater is an iconic Seattle hotel to begin or end a Pacific Coast or Alaska cruise. Its over-the-water design, semi-industrial exterior and stunning views of Elliott Bay make it a must-see Seattle attraction – plus, it’s celebrating its 60th anniversary this year! The interior boasts beautiful views of the bay, upscale furnishings and a restaurant and cafe, all within close proximity to iconic Seattle landmarks like the Space Needle and the Seattle Public Market.
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
The Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina is located five and a half miles from the Port of San Diego and seven miles from the San Diego Cruise Ship Terminal. With pools, access to ocean activities like whale watching and beautiful views of the bay, travelers can get their feet wet before they even embark on their cruise!
Solé Miami
A little less than 20 miles from PortMiami is a resort cruisers will love to enjoy. Solé Miami, A Noble House Resort, is located near Golden Beach and Aventura, making it a great place from which to explore Miami’s nightlife and cultural scene, while its oceanfront pool and private beach, daily programming of events and BALEENkitchen restaurant provide ample attraction for cruisers, both before and after their cruise. The resort features 249 rooms and suites.
Level South Lake Union
The newest Level property, Level South Lake Union is only ten minutes from the Port of Seattle. All suites include full kitchens and in-suite laundry services for longer stays, while the property also features rooftop pools, a basketball court, fitness center and more. Plus, when you book a two-night minimum stay at Level Seattle – South Lake Union now through the end of the year, cruisers can enjoy a Park and Cruise option, with safe parking up to fourteen nights for $20 a night.
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
The Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach hotel is only a few miles from PortMiami and is a great choice for travelers wanting to stay a little longer, featuring suites with kitchens, four dining options, a spa and pool, all located on the beach. Whether you’ll be pre-tanning or recovering after your cruise, the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach is a great place to be.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau
Travelers beginning or ending their cruises in Nassau can extend their Caribbean vacations by staying at the newly opened Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau, only fives minutes away from Nassau’s cruise terminal by foot. With a private beach area, waterpark, fourteen dining and drinking options and 300 rooms, the resort is a great choice for families or groups.
The Reach Key West
Eight minutes from Key West Port is The Reach Key West, a Curio Collection by Hilton resort. It features the only natural private beach on the island, a Hemingway-inspired restaurant on the ocean, sand sculpting workshops and more. It’s a great option for travelers beginning or ending their cruises in Key West to come enjoy a Caribbean-style resort vacation even after their cruise has ended.
The Pearle of Cable Beach
Only fifteen minutes away from the cruise port in Broome, Western Australia, this 5-star resort offers a variety of rooms and villas to enjoy, all with a tropical Asian flair. The Pearle of Cable Beach features a beautiful beach facing the Indian Ocean, while nearby excursions include camel rides.
Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Seven miles away from Maua Pier on Leme Beach is the Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana, an ideal choice for travelers embarking or disembarking in Rio de Janeiro. With two rooftop pools, a spa and views of the Sugarloaf Mountain, travelers can enjoy comfortable accommodations with easy access to some of the city’s best attractions.
The Tony Hotel South Beach
The Tony Hotel South Beach is a boutique hotel five minutes away from PortMiami. An ode to a glitzy past, this 1930s building has been updated and restored to its previous Art Deco style, complete with a rooftop pool, several restaurants and bars. Its rooms and suites, along with its public spaces, have distinctly nautical and tropical flairs.
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Twenty minutes away from bustling Port Everglades is a resort where you can extend your Caribbean vacation just a little bit longer: the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Located along the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk, the destination itself offers a mix of eclecticism and old Florida that’s plenty exciting for families or groups, while the resort itself offers four dining venues and 369 rooms and suites in the signature Margaritaville style.