Port Canaveral Hotels
Setting Sail from the Space Coast: Your Guide to Port Canaveral!
Port Canaveral, a bustling hub for cruise enthusiasts, offers a fantastic starting point for your dream vacation. Situated on Florida’s Space Coast, this port is not only a gateway to incredible cruise destinations but also boasts its own unique appeal and convenient access. For those flying in, the closest airports include Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB), located approximately 30 miles to the south, and Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 45 miles west, offering a wider range of flight options. Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is another viable option, situated roughly an hour northwest of the port. Once you arrive, you’ll find Port Canaveral is a significant cruise terminal, featuring 6 modern terminals that efficiently handle the large volume of passengers embarking on their voyages.
Before or after your cruise, the towns surrounding Port Canaveral, namely Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach, offer a plethora of accommodation options. You’ll find a wide range of hotels to suit every budget and preference, from beachfront resorts with stunning ocean views to more budget-friendly and convenient options closer to the port. These towns also boast numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues, making them great spots to spend a night or two before or after your cruise.
Beyond the immediate cruise port area, one of the major attractions drawing visitors to this region is the world-renowned Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, located just a short drive from Port Canaveral. This fascinating center offers an incredible opportunity to explore the history of space exploration, see real rockets and spacecraft, and even experience simulated astronaut training. Whether you’re a space enthusiast or simply looking for a unique and educational activity, a visit to Kennedy Space Center is a fantastic addition to your Port Canaveral cruise experience. With its convenient location, ample amenities, and nearby attractions, Port Canaveral is more than just a departure point – it’s a destination in itself, offering a stellar start to your cruise adventure.
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Hotels that offer park and cruise packages
Courtyard by Marriott, Cocoa Beach
Located in Cocoa Beach, Courtyard by Marriott is 10 minutes from the port.
They too offer a fly-snooze-cruise package where they will give you all of your transportation as well.
Best Western Cocoa Beach
This hotel is within walking distance of the Cocoa Beach Pier and Publix grocery. It’s less than 5 miles from the port. They too offer a fly-snooze-cruise package.
You have to call them directly to book. (321)783-7621 x 2490
Econolodge Merritt Island
If you want a cheaper option, Econolodge offers cheap packages as well that are a fly-snooze-cruise package. Econolodge is on Merritt Island and about 20 minutes from the port.
You can call (321-452-7711 to book.
Hampton Inn - Cocoa Beach
I love Hilton and Marriott Properties. This is a great property. The Hampton Inn offers a fly and cruise package where they offer shuttle to/from MCO airport in Orlando AND transportation to/from the cruise terminal. They depart 3 times each morning to the cruise terminal.
Days Inn - Cocoa Beach
If you’re looking for a cheap budget hotel for a sleep for one night, then Days Inn will fit your needs. Since they offer a fly, snooze and cruise package, this is a perfect little spot.
Cocoa Beach Suites
This hotel offers everything you need from round trip transportation from MCO and the cruise port. You can also upgrade to a Lincoln Town Car and travel in style!
Hotels that offer cruise port shuttle only
Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
The Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront offers trips to the port for just $6 a person. They run twice a day at 10:30 and noon. The hotel is 5mi from the port.
Four Points by Sheraton - Cocoa Beach
Located right in the middle of Cocoa Beach you will find the Four Points by Sheraton. They offer 3 shuttles leaving at 10:15, 11:15 and 12:15. The cost is $10 per person, children under 6 are free.
Residence Inn by Marriott - Port Canaveral
This hotel is a great hotel, but only offers a shuttle once per day. The cost is $8/pp but the hotel has great reviews and great rooms. The hotel is only a half mile from the port.
Radisson Resort at the port - Cape Canaveral
This hotel offers a park and cruise package which includes parking and shuttle. The shuttle runs every 30 minutes and is $10 per person if you do not have the park and cruise package.
Homewood Suites by Hilton
This property is close to the port and only charges $5/pp for shuttle service to the port. They depart 3 times each morning.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
This hotel also offers a park and cruise package, with shuttle to the port. If you do not have the park and cruise package, a shuttle is $6 per person to the port.
Holiday Inn Express Cocoa Beach
The Holiday Inn offers a parking package with cruise shuttle included. If you don’t need to park and only want a shuttle, it’s $7/pp and leaves once per day, at 10:30am
La Quinta Inn & Suites Oceanfront
The LaQuinta sits on the beach right near the Cocoa Beach Pier. The shuttle leaves each morning at 10:30 and at noon. The cost is $7/pp
Shuttle service from MCO to Port Canaveral
Tropicana Transport
$27.50 per passenger (2-3)
$25.00 per passenger (4-5)
$22.50 per passenger (6-7)
$20.00 per passenger (8+)
Cruise Control Transporation
