Camlaura Posted February 9, 2013 #1 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Where is the best place to stay? We would like to be near beach...or at least water of some sort. I know everyone has 1 night favorites...but 3 nights is a little long for some of the precruise hotels...does anyone have favorites and why? The pricing isn't too bad right now for our dates. But I guess I want to try to avoid the "bad" ones if there are any. We are generally a 3 1/2 star or higher kind of couple. Looking for some ideas! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minoushka Posted February 9, 2013 #2 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Where is the best place to stay? We would like to be near beach...or at least water of some sort. I know everyone has 1 night favorites...but 3 nights is a little long for some of the precruise hotels...does anyone have favorites and why? The pricing isn't too bad right now for our dates. But I guess I want to try to avoid the "bad" ones if there are any. We are generally a 3 1/2 star or higher kind of couple. Looking for some ideas! Thanks! We stayed at Hyatt place 17 street notnearwater per sebut near restaurantsnear water a few blocks away try priceline or hotwire Breakfast isverynice ...rooms are very large and comfy Close to. Port many restaurants around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sage Posted February 9, 2013 #3 Share Posted February 9, 2013 We love the Atlantic Resort and Spa in Ft. Lauderdale. It is right across from the street from the beach, but offers beautiful views of the beach and ocean. The food is delicious at their restaurant, and shopping and things to do are close by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 9, 2013 #4 Share Posted February 9, 2013 We love the Atlantic Resort and Spa in Ft. Lauderdale. It is right across from the street from the beach, but offers beautiful views of the beach and ocean. The food is delicious at their restaurant, and shopping and things to do are close by. I googled that hotel and it looks beautiful but I'm having trouble figuring out where it is located. How far from Port Everglades/Airport? I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned more here as it looks like a great property. TIA..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 9, 2013 #5 Share Posted February 9, 2013 We normally do 2 days precruise and love the Embassy Suites on 17th street. Wonderful breakfast, manager's reception at night - great pool area and so CLOSE to so many wonderful places - Total Wine, Publix, Harbour Shops, great restaurants and of course the water taxi. It's a very relaxing place to stay - at least for us:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 9, 2013 #6 Share Posted February 9, 2013 We normally do 2 days precruise and love the Embassy Suites on 17th street. Wonderful breakfast, manager's reception at night - great pool area and so CLOSE to so many wonderful places - Total Wine, Publix, Harbour Shops, great restaurants and of course the water taxi. It's a very relaxing place to stay - at least for us:D Does Embassy Suites have full doorman/bellman services? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catl331 Posted February 9, 2013 #7 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I googled that hotel and it looks beautiful but I'm having trouble figuring out where it is located.X Looks like it's in Central Beach on 1A, about 2 miles east and north of the 17th St bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 9, 2013 #8 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Does Embassy Suites have full doorman/bellman services? Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 9, 2013 #9 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Thanks. Somehow I'm having a hard time placing it in my mind. Does that make it near Galleria? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camlaura Posted February 9, 2013 Author #10 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I've heard a lot about the embassy suites...and it is a Hotwire listed property. I'm pretty sure the one I'm contemplating is either tabor the Hilton Doubletree Suites. Very interested in hitting Total Wine! Couldn't do that before our cruise in January because we arrived on a late flight the night before and stayed out at the airport! My favourite Pinot Grigio in the 1.5L bottle is $8.99! At home it s $25.99! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 9, 2013 #11 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Yes Thanks. Twenty-four hour? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 9, 2013 #12 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Does Embassy Suites have full doorman/bellman services? hmmmm -(thinking cap on) Yes, they have gentleman out there for cabs, etc. I don't know if doorman is the right term but yes. They do help you with luggage if you want.:D I've been fortunate the last couple of cruises that we have been able to manage ourselves but I suspect for my 31 day we are going to need some assistance.:D They also have a concierge to help with inquiries - restaurant bookings, whatever. Very nice atrium/courtyard inside Judy - and the pool area is really nice:D I'm very fussy on my breakfast (love my eggs only if they are done right) and they have a wonderful hot breakfast (included) cooked to order plus all kinds of the other goodies of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 9, 2013 #13 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Thanks. Somehow I'm having a hard time placing it in my mind. Does that make it near Galleria? by cab yes - but otherwise no. It nearly across the street from the Outback Restaurant - close to the Harbour shops and Total Wine. Another property by HIlton - Doubletree - Gallery ONE is literally across the street from the Galleria Mall. Nice property (stayed there last year on the way back). But overall embassy suites is a much better value IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 9, 2013 #14 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Thanks. Twenty-four hour? Yes -- we have had to call them at 4 AM to get our luggage for an early flight. They also called a taxi for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted February 9, 2013 #15 Share Posted February 9, 2013 hmmmm -(thinking cap on) Yes, they have gentleman out there for cabs, etc. I don't know if doorman is the right term but yes. They do help you with luggage if you want.:D I've been fortunate the last couple of cruises that we have been able to manage ourselves but I suspect for my 31 day we are going to need some assistance.:D They also have a concierge to help with inquiries - restaurant bookings, whatever. Very nice atrium/courtyard inside Judy - and the pool area is really nice:D I'm very fussy on my breakfast (love my eggs only if they are done right) and they have a wonderful hot breakfast (included) cooked to order plus all kinds of the other goodies of course. We enjoy ordering cocktails and sandwiches and eating at the tables by the pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 9, 2013 #16 Share Posted February 9, 2013 We are also are fans of Embassy suite , great location, just booked it for our pre cruise stay in April Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfiegirl4 Posted February 9, 2013 #17 Share Posted February 9, 2013 We will be there 6 nights before our cruise and are staying at the Hollywood Beach and Golf Resort. It's a 3* property and very good reviews. Not far from the cruise terminal and only a $15 cab ride (from what I have read) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 9, 2013 #18 Share Posted February 9, 2013 by cab yes - but otherwise no. It nearly across the street from the Outback Restaurant - close to the Harbour shops and Total Wine. Another property by HIlton - Doubletree - Gallery ONE is literally across the street from the Galleria Mall. Nice property (stayed there last year on the way back). But overall embassy suites is a much better value IMO. Thank you, Kazu, but you have confused questions about two hotels. The only question I had about Embassy Suites was doormen/bellhops. You've mixed up two different hotels. Sage: We love the Atlantic Resort and Spa in Ft. Lauderdale. It is right across from the street from the beach, but offers beautiful views of the beach and ocean. The food is delicious at their restaurant, and shopping and things to do are close by. We've gone by Embassy Suites for 25+ years. :) I have never seen or heard of Atlantic Resort and Spa but it looks like a very nice hotel in which we could be interested. We have never taken to Embassy Suites for whatever reason but I don't think we'd go there. I am trying to get bearings for where Atlantic Resort is located in relation to Port Everglades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted February 9, 2013 #19 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Thank you, Kazu, but you have confused questions about two hotels. The only question I had about Embassy Suites was doormen/bellhops. You've mixed up two different hotels. [/b] sorry Judy - wasn't trying to confuse the two - just to let you know which one is close to the Galleria Mall;) smooth seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missfortuin Posted February 9, 2013 #20 Share Posted February 9, 2013 My family stayed at the Sheraton on the beach a couple of years ago, great beach and pool area...rooms were typical Sheraton quality...we enjoyed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxmantoo Posted February 9, 2013 #21 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I am trying to get bearings for where Atlantic Resort is located in relation to Port Everglades. Google maps will give you a much better and accurate answer than anyone on these boards will ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peaches from georgia Posted February 9, 2013 #22 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Just go to mapquest and put in the address of the hotel and you will get a map showing where it is. Or put in both Port Everglades and the hotel address into mapquest driving directions and you will get map and complete directions from one to the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sage Posted February 9, 2013 #23 Share Posted February 9, 2013 The Atlantic is a wonderful place. They have recently upgraded the rooms, and they were gorgeous before. They have a bellman and someone at the door, Concierge services, a lovely spa, and a beautiful pool. The ride to the port was not very long at all, and as I said, it is where we would go for a week or two even if we were not on a cruise. They also offer valet parking, and I believe they might even have a special cruise package. It is close to the Gallarie Mall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 9, 2013 #24 Share Posted February 9, 2013 The Atlantic is a wonderful place. They have recently upgraded the rooms, and they were gorgeous before. They have a bellman and someone at the door, Concierge services, a lovely spa, and a beautiful pool. The ride to the port was not very long at all, and as I said, it is where we would go for a week or two even if we were not on a cruise. They also offer valet parking, and I believe they might even have a special cruise package. It is close to the Galarie. This hotel sounds very nice. I'll look into it more. Thank you, Sage. :) As to google maps: I am not good with maps. If I could have gotten a sense of location from it, I would have done so. I'm 'map challenged'. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djhsolara Posted February 10, 2013 #25 Share Posted February 10, 2013 Hilton Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort is very nice. It is a bit north of downtown but is located on the beach. We stayed there post-cruise once and had a lovely time. Sent from my GT-P3113 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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