Best Hotels Near PortMiami

If you're planning to cruise from Miami, you’re in luck. PortMiami is the world’s busiest cruise port with a wide variety of cruise lines, from major names that cater to family cruises to smaller luxury lines. To enjoy all Greater Miami and Miami Beach has to offer – and have a more relaxing cruise – you’ll want to arrive in Miami at least a day early and stay even longer once your ship returns. Fortunately, there are many hotels near the port that offer vacation-worthy stays, and some even offer shuttle service to the port or special cruise deals.

InterContinental Miami

With a picturesque setting along Biscayne Bay, the InterContinental Miami is the perfect pre- or post-cruise hotel. Guests love this newly renovated hotel’s expansive water views, large guest rooms and the nearby waterside park that’s perfect for a scenic stroll. Not only is this sophisticated hotel a 10-minute drive from PortMiami, it places guests near Downtown Miami’s free Metromover and a variety of things to do, including enjoying a show at the Adrienne Arsht Center For The Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. Savor a delicious dinner at the Pan-Latin restaurant Toro Toro or pamper yourself with a treatment at the on-site mySpa.

The Elser Hotel 

Situated in the heart of Downtown Miami, The Elser Hotel offers a stay that feels like home with spacious residential-style rooms. Choose from studios to 3-bedroom suites, perfect for a whole family or a big group that’s cruising together, with full kitchens, in-unit washers and dryers and separate living spaces. There’s a gorgeous fitness center and resort-style rooftop pool, and one of the best bars in Miami, Vice Versa. Upgrade your room for views of your cruise ship.

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Miami/Brickell Downtown

Before embarking on an adventure at sea, kick back and relax at the Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Miami/Brickell Downtown. You'll love its amenities, like free daily breakfast, a gym, a pool and the hotel’s prime location about 5 minutes from PortMiami. Bonus: There’s a shuttle that costs around $8 per person and travels to the port around 3 times a day. (Sign up for it upon arrival at the concierge desk.)

Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay

Less than a 15-minute drive from PortMiami, the freshly renovated Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay is a popular choice for its prime location, incredible bay and city views – those staying in bayview rooms can see the port from their windows – and proximity to popular attractions. The fifth-floor rooftop terrace flaunts 360-degree views of Biscayne Bay and is fitted with daybeds and private cabanas. Their on-property restaurant, Gold Coast Kitchen + Cocktails, offers a seafood-centric menu.

Hilton Garden Inn Miami Brickell South

Another home base for cruisers and those with Hilton Honors points is Hilton Garden Inn Miami Brickell South, about a 15-minute drive from PortMiami. Along with perks like in-room mini-fridges and microwaves, a restaurant and an outdoor pool, guests can hop on the free City of Miami trolley that stops outside the hotel to explore Downtown Miami and Brickell. The hotel is also only a mile from the beautiful estate and waterfront grounds of Vizcaya Museum & Gardens.

Four Seasons Hotel Miami

If you’re looking to treat yourself to a luxurious stay before a cruise, the Four Seasons Hotel Miami is a slice of paradise in bustling Brickell. Rooms were recently renovated, and guests can choose from breathtaking city or water views. Guests love the hotel’s 2-acre pool terrace, and a favored spot to relax is in the shaded hammocks hovering over the pool. Enjoy happy hour during the week, or the decadent Sunday brunch before a cruise at the rooftop Edge Brasserie, which boasts sweeping city views.

Novotel Miami

About 10 minutes by car from PortMiami, Novotel Miami features a breezy rooftop poolscape with stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline, particularly at sunset. Cruise guests enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at the pool, convenient self-parking and a quiet Brickell location that’s tucked away yet close to the shops at Brickell City Centre, restaurants and the Metromover station.

YVE Hotel Miami

YVE Hotel Miami is another convenient launch spot for cruisers. The hotel is a 5- to 10-minute ride from the port, and is located directly across the street from Bayside Marketplace and other top attractions. The budget-conscious hotel features bright, modern decor and gorgeous views of the waterfront, especially if you reserve a room on a higher floor. Take advantage of a shared third-party shuttle, which takes hotel guests to the port for a fee of $8 to $12 per person. 

JW Marriott Marquis Miami

The JW Marriott Marquis Miami is a luxury contemporary hotel that earns high marks for its spacious rooms and rich amenities. Enjoy access to the large gym, indoor basketball court, rooftop sky pool and on-site Enliven Spa & Salon, as well as Boulud Sud, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant by acclaimed Chef Daniel Boulud. The hotel features a prime location about 10 minutes from PortMiami and near Brickell City Centre with its restaurants, shops and many things to do.

Aloft by Marriott Miami - Brickell

Less than 5 miles from PortMiami, Aloft by Marriott Miami - Brickell is a convenient choice for a pre- or post-cruise stay. You won’t need a car, as the hotel is within steps from the Brickell Metrorail station. The hotel also offers a shuttle to the port, making embarkation day simple and stress-free.

For added value, they often offer a cruise package that includes an overnight stay in a King Balcony Room, 2 shuttle vouchers to PortMiami and grab-and-go breakfast for 2. Guests can take advantage of a 24-hour fitness center and a convenience store for any last-minute cruise needs, along with complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby before heading out.

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