Parking at the Mobile port?

[HandC4Me]

Hi, trying to help a good friend plan her first cruise. They are on Carnival, leaving from Mobile. Can anyone fill me in on how much parking is there at the Port? Are there other parking options, such as at a hotel w/ a shuttle to the port? And if so, do you need to stay at the hotel, or can you just pay to park there? Thanks in advance for any info - suggestions and advice very much appreciated!

[maldenmusic]

We parked at Mobile port one time and it was a nightmare. But in all fairness, Mobile has streamlined their check in process and I've heard it's gotten better. But the next 3 times we cruised from Mobile, we stayed at the Microtel in Saraland the night before and used their free stay and park. The shuttle will take and pick you up and we've never had any problems with that. 

[saltshell]

Google Mobile Al cruise port parking. Site will tell you  price depending on length of cruise. You can prepay but need car tag number. 5 days = $90

[HandC4Me]

Thank you for the replies! They did decide to stay at the Microtel in Saraland - nice to hear good things about it!