poncho1973 Posted December 3, 2012 #3376 Share Posted December 3, 2012 If you've never been to a Brazilian meat restaurant, Chima is a locals favorite. It is about a 2 mile walk from the Las Olas water taxi stop. Anyone who that eats red meat that hasn't eaten at a Brazilian or Argentinian steakhouse is severely deprived. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldeya Posted December 4, 2012 #3377 Share Posted December 4, 2012 We'll be in FLL pre- cruise on 12/29. It's one night anyway so we don't need anything fancy. All we need is a hotel in a safe location, relatively inexpensive and in a $15-$20 cab ride to the port. We'll try to bid on Priceline but I cant figure it out what zone to bid on to make sure it's in a safe area. Would appreciate any help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldgirl2 Posted December 4, 2012 #3378 Share Posted December 4, 2012 We are coming to FLL for three days pre cruise. Looking at the Gallery One Double Tree or the Hilton Pier 66. We won't have a car so being near the water taxi sounds good to us. We have decided on the La Quinta for one night before heading home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 4, 2012 #3379 Share Posted December 4, 2012 We'll be in FLL pre- cruise on 12/29. It's one night anyway so we don't need anything fancy. All we need is a hotel in a safe location, relatively inexpensive and in a $15-$20 cab ride to the port. We'll try to bid on Priceline but I cant figure it out what zone to bid on to make sure it's in a safe area. Would appreciate any help. Downtown and airport zones are safe and within your cab range, give or take a couple of dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 4, 2012 #3380 Share Posted December 4, 2012 We are coming to FLL for three days pre cruise. Looking at the Gallery One Double Tree or the Hilton Pier 66. We won't have a car so being near the water taxi sounds good to us. We have decided on the La Quinta for one night before heading home. Both hotels are nice. Gallery One is next to Galleria Mall in case it's a rainy day. It's also a short walk to the beach and a half dozen good restaurant choices. It's about 2 miles from the main beach shopping/dining area and it's a pleasant walk. The Pier 66 is Hyatt. The tower is nice but people complain about the lower building rooms. It is more of a resort property so the pool area is better than Gallery One but you'll probably decide to take a taxi or water taxi if you want to go anywhere from that location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine101 Posted December 5, 2012 #3381 Share Posted December 5, 2012 We booked on Hotwire and wound up with the Hilton FLL Airport. Not sure how happy I am with this considering the reviews on Trip Advisor aren't good. Any thoughts on this hotel?Are there a few restaurants nearby? Many thanks for any help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 5, 2012 #3382 Share Posted December 5, 2012 We booked on Hotwire and wound up with the Hilton FLL Airport. Not sure how happy I am with this considering the reviews on Trip Advisor aren't good. Any thoughts on this hotel?Are there a few restaurants nearby? Many thanks for any help. The hotel seems that it isn't as nice as it used to be per the reviews that I've read. I used to go there a lot for events but haven't been there this year. There are a few restaurants nearby but it isn't an area set up for pedestrians, so take a cab or see if the shuttle can take you at least one way. Some very popular fun restaurants in the area are Rustic Inn and The Field. Islamorada Fish Co. and Tropical Acres are also in the area but have no ambiance. There are also restaurants in Hilton and in Sheraton across the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioDogLover Posted December 5, 2012 #3383 Share Posted December 5, 2012 We are staying at the Marriott Courtyard in Dania before our cruise. Are there any good restaurants within walking distance? Places to purchase wine? I would rather walk if we can. Thanks, Ohiodoglover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 5, 2012 #3384 Share Posted December 5, 2012 We are staying at the Marriott Courtyard in Dania before our cruise. Are there any good restaurants within walking distance? Places to purchase wine? I would rather walk if we can.Thanks, Ohiodoglover This hotel is VERY close to Islamorada Fish Co but nothing else is close to walk to. See the post above yours for other suggestions. I don't know of any stores that sell wine in that area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunshine101 Posted December 5, 2012 #3385 Share Posted December 5, 2012 The hotel seems that it isn't as nice as it used to be per the reviews that I've read. I used to go there a lot for events but haven't been there this year. There are a few restaurants nearby but it isn't an area set up for pedestrians, so take a cab or see if the shuttle can take you at least one way. Some very popular fun restaurants in the area are Rustic Inn and The Field. Islamorada Fish Co. and Tropical Acres are also in the area but have no ambiance. There are also restaurants in Hilton and in Sheraton across the street. Thanks Royal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldeya Posted December 5, 2012 #3386 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Downtown and airport zones are safe and within your cab range, give or take a couple of dollars. Thank you so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioDogLover Posted December 6, 2012 #3387 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Sharon, Thanks for your reply ohiodoglover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlaMasterson Posted December 6, 2012 #3388 Share Posted December 6, 2012 What hotels offer, complimentary breakfast and air port and cruise shuttles? I am also looking for something with basic shopping within walking distance so we can pick up pop and wine before the cruise. Thank you, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 6, 2012 #3389 Share Posted December 6, 2012 What hotels offer, complimentary breakfast and air port and cruise shuttles? I am also looking for something with basic shopping within walking distance so we can pick up pop and wine before the cruise. Thank you, Check the Hampton Inns on Stirling Rd and on SW 12th Ave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennisobo Posted December 6, 2012 #3390 Share Posted December 6, 2012 The Bridge at Cordova Boutique Hotel looked like a nice place any idea thinking 2 days pre cruise feb 22 and 23 We stayed there pre-cruise last February. The people running the hotel are very nice and accommodating. The hotel itself was a disappointment. About half the light bulbs in our rooms were dead. The rug in the bathroom was not something I wanted to step out of the shower on to. We will not be returning. Overall...just rundown and not super clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinkerbell Posted December 6, 2012 #3391 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Check the Hampton Inns on Stirling Rd and on SW 12th Ave. We have stayed at the Hampton Inn on Stirling Road a couple of times and it worked out great! Shuttle and breakfast both... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sueasselstine Posted December 7, 2012 #3392 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Just got the Riverside hotel for $109 ($129 including taxes) through the Priceline express deals (for Jan 4, 1 night)!! I was hoping for this hotel! It's listed as a 3-star in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, and the listed amenities are pool, pets allowed, fitness center and business center. Just wanted you all to know in case you were looking to book this hotel! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bison Posted December 7, 2012 #3393 Share Posted December 7, 2012 What hotels offer, complimentary breakfast and air port and cruise shuttles? I am also looking for something with basic shopping within walking distance so we can pick up pop and wine before the cruise. Thank you, Sleep Inn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 8, 2012 #3394 Share Posted December 8, 2012 (edited) Sleep Inn now charges for port shuttle. LaQuinta and Best Western FLL also recently started charging for this. Free port shuttle is becoming a scarcity. Edited December 8, 2012 by royalcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tip Posted December 8, 2012 #3395 Share Posted December 8, 2012 We would very much like to visit the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens when we stay in Fort Lauderdale next month for a few nights before our cruise. We will not be renting a car and will be at the Renaissance Hotel. One option would be to take the Water Taxi and walk from the stop at the Galleria. A Map Quest search shows that it is a reasonable walk of about 3/10 of a mile and would take about six minutes. Does anyone know if there is a sidewalk over the Sunrise Blvd Bridge? Another option may be the Sun Trolley, but it appears that it may involve a transfer. Could anyone give me some advice here? And while I am at it, would we like to take the Jungle River Queen dinner cruise. I know that it is corny, but we did enjoy it when we did it two years ago. What would be the best way to get from the Renaissance to and from the dock? Thanks in advance for your assistance!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 8, 2012 #3396 Share Posted December 8, 2012 (edited) We would very much like to visit the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens when we stay in Fort Lauderdale next month for a few nights before our cruise. We will not be renting a car and will be at the Renaissance Hotel. One option would be to take the Water Taxi and walk from the stop at the Galleria. A Map Quest search shows that it is a reasonable walk of about 3/10 of a mile and would take about six minutes. Does anyone know if there is a sidewalk over the Sunrise Blvd Bridge? Another option may be the Sun Trolley, but it appears that it may involve a transfer. Could anyone give me some advice here? And while I am at it, would we like to take the Jungle River Queen dinner cruise. I know that it is corny, but we did enjoy it when we did it two years ago. What would be the best way to get from the Renaissance to and from the dock? Thanks in advance for your assistance!:D Sunrise Blvd is very pedestrian friendly and has sidewalks. You can take the Suntrolley from Ren to Bonnet House and to Jungle Queen without a transfer. The public bus 40 does the same route. Edited December 8, 2012 by royalcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tip Posted December 8, 2012 #3397 Share Posted December 8, 2012 Sunrise Blvd is very pedestrian friendly and has sidewalks. You can take the Suntrolley from Ren to Bonnet House and to Jungle Queen without a transfer. The public bus 40 does the same route. Thank you so much for your fast and informative reply. Your advice over the years has been invaluable in assisting us to get the most out of our stays in Fort Lauderdale and at Hollywood Beach. You are terrific!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 8, 2012 #3398 Share Posted December 8, 2012 Thank you so much for your fast and informative reply. Your advice over the years has been invaluable in assisting us to get the most out of our stays in Fort Lauderdale and at Hollywood Beach. You are terrific!! You are very welcome! Have fun!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted December 9, 2012 #3399 Share Posted December 9, 2012 If you don't hear from me for a week I'm not ignoring you....I'm cruising.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtiki2004 Posted December 9, 2012 #3400 Share Posted December 9, 2012 Sharon, have a great cruise! What islands are you visiting? Bob:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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