Sailing out of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale? Where you park is one part of your travel budget, and a little comparing before you sail goes a long way. This guide shows how to compare lots near the port so you can choose one that fits your trip.
On-Site vs Off-Site Parking
The easiest way to compare is to put the lots near Port Everglades side by side. Each lot lists its own price, hours, address and shuttle, so you can compare live availability and rates for your dates before you commit. Each lot sets its own rules, so read the listing for the lot you pick and use it to compare.
How Prices Work
Lots usually price by how long you stay. Prices change with your dates, so we do not list a number here. For a week-long cruise, count your days and read the full total for each lot, then compare those totals for the same dates. Look at what comes with the total too, such as the shuttle and the cancellation rules.
A Simple Way to Compare Totals
Enter the same two dates in two or three lots. Note the total, the minimum days, the shuttle times and the ride option. Our rate for your dates shows live on each lot page (from $6.00/day · 3-day minimum charge).
What Moves the Total
- Parking days: Count the day you arrive and the day you return.
- Minimum stay: Each lot lists one.
- The ride to the port: Some lots include it, others list it as an option.
Lots Near Port Everglades to Compare on Tropical Parking
Tropical Parking lists five lots near the port right now. All five list 24/7 access. Open each page for current details.
- Fairfield Inn & Suites, 2081 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale. 2.2 miles from the port. EV charging.
- Homewood Suites, 2061 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale. 2.2 miles from the port. EV charging.
- SpringHill Suites, 151 Southwest 18th Court, Dania Beach. 2.5 miles from the port.
- Hilton Garden Inn, 180 Southwest 18th Avenue, Dania Beach. 2.5 miles from the port. No hotel room needed to park.
- Marriott Covered Valet Parking, 166 N Compass Way, Dania Beach. 1.9 miles from the port, with covered valet.
Each lot lists shuttle times to the port, plus an optional cruise port shuttle.
How the Shuttle Works
For a lot near the port, the shuttle belongs to that lot. When you look at a listing, check the shuttle hours and the pickup spot, and make sure they fit both your sailing day and your return day. Find out how to reach the lot when you come back.
What to Weigh Before You Book
- Budget: Add up the full total for all your days at each lot, not only the daily number.
- Convenience: Traveling light? A lot with a short ride may work for your trip. If you have several bags or mobility needs, check how you will get from each lot to your terminal.
- Vehicle size: Tall or large vehicles should read the listing for size limits before you book, and ask the lot if it is not listed.
- Extras: Some lots list valet or car-care services. Read the listing and ask about anything that is not listed.
Plan Ahead and Save
If you want to reserve before you leave home, check lots near the port that accept reservations. With Tropical Parking, you can line up Port Everglades parking options side by side and reserve an available option online. Planning early gives you time to compare.
Tips for a Smooth Departure
- Follow your cruise line's check-in time, and do not arrive before the time you were given.
- Bring a government-issued photo ID, and keep it with your cruise papers in your carry-on bag.
- If you need accessible parking, ask the lot about its own options when you book, and read what the listing says.
- Keep your confirmation handy for your return day.
Should You Drive or Take a Ride?
The port says you can reach it by car, taxi or public transportation. Fares change, so compare before you decide.
Cruise Day Plan: Work Back From Boarding
Find your boarding time in your cruise papers. Subtract the ride, the shuttle wait, the lot check-in and the drive. Use your lot's address, not the port's. The port has entrances at SE 17th Street, State Road 84 and I-595 East.
Know Your Terminal
Port Everglades has several cruise terminals. Yours depends on your ship and sailing date, so check your cruise papers.
Back Home After the Cruise
The port says guests typically leave ships between 7 and 9 AM. When you have your bags, call your lot for a pickup.
Port Everglades Parking Questions
How Much Is Cruise Parking Near Port Everglades?
It changes with your dates and lot. Enter your dates to compare full totals.
Is There a Shuttle to the Cruise Terminal?
Shuttle times are on each lot's page.
Can I Park for a 14-Day Cruise?
Yes. Enter your drop-off and pickup dates.
When Should I Arrive at the Lot?
Start with your cruise line's check-in time.
How Do I Find My Terminal?
Look in your cruise papers or on the port's website.
Is FLL Close to Port Everglades?
Yes, about 1.8 miles, says the port. Pick a lot that lists a ride to the cruise terminal.
Parking does not have to be the part of your cruise where you overspend. Compare Port Everglades parking options, match the lot to your trip, and review the details before you reserve. Start your search with Tropical Parking and find the option that fits your sailing dates.
Current pricing at FLZ (from $6.00/day · 3-day minimum charge) — check live availability for your dates.