Holiday Inn Express Fort Lauderdale Cruise Airport
1500 SE 17th St Cswy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, Fort Lauderdale, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.7 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express Fort Lauderdale Cruise Airport is a contemporary, 3-star hotel positioned along the SE 17th Street Causeway, just a 5-minute walk from the Broward Convention Center and Port Everglades cargo and cruise terminals. It's also a 10-minute drive from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, making it a practical base for cruisers and fliers alike. With a 3.7 rating from 1,805 reviews, it's a well-reviewed, straightforward option in this port-side pocket of Fort Lauderdale.
Rooms
Rooms are described as straightforward and functional, equipped with desks, flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, plus free WiFi throughout. Guests have highlighted design touches like barn doors separating the bedroom from the bathroom area, which help block hallway noise, along with clean, comfortable furnishings and good views on upper floors. Suites step up with separate living spaces for travelers wanting extra room to spread out.
Dining & Amenities
A complimentary breakfast is a standout feature, with guests repeatedly praising the wide spread of pancakes, cinnamon rolls, omelets, bacon, sausage, oatmeal, bagels, cereal, yogurt, and a juice bar. On-site, the hotel offers a fitness center and business center, free parking, a 24-hour airport shuttle, and a convenient park-and-cruise option for guests heading out on a cruise from Port Everglades.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits within easy walking distance of Olive & Sea restaurant (740m) and is a short drive or ride from several Fort Lauderdale attractions, including the Historic Stranahan House Museum, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, and the Jungle Queen Riverboat, all within about 2-2.5km. Slightly farther out are the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Museum of Discovery and Science, Las Olas Beach, and Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, plus Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, giving guests a mix of cultural, beach, and outdoor options within a few kilometers.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to cruise passengers and air travelers thanks to its proximity to Port Everglades, the park-and-cruise option, and the 24-hour airport shuttle to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. It also works well for convention attendees given the 5-minute walk to the Broward Convention Center, and for budget-conscious families, since kids 19 and under stay free with an adult and breakfast is included.
Travel tips
Take advantage of the 24-hour airport shuttle and park-and-cruise option if you're combining a flight with a cruise departure from Port Everglades, since both are steps away. Downtown attractions like Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, the Stranahan House, and Las Olas Beach are all within about 2-3km, making them reasonable for a short drive or rideshare rather than a long walk. Arrive early to breakfast during peak cruise-turnover mornings, as it's popular with guests preparing for early port departures.
What guests say
Guest feedback is largely positive and consistent, with frequent praise for friendly, attentive front desk staff and a generous, varied complimentary breakfast spread including pancakes, omelets, and bacon. Many reviewers highlight clean, comfortable rooms, some noting thoughtful details like barn doors that reduce hallway noise, as well as a strong sense of security thanks to key-card-controlled elevators and parking access. The convenient location near shops, restaurants, the airport, and the cruise port is repeatedly cited as a major advantage. No significant recurring complaints appear among the excerpts provided.
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