Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport: where to stay, areas…

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is minutes from both the Port Everglades cruise port and downtown, so the choice depends more on your travel plans than on distance. Those with a short layover, a dawn flight, or departing on a cruise find dozens of hotels with free shuttles just steps from the terminals. Those staying to explore the city choose between Las Olas, with its canals and nightlife a quarter of an hour by car away, and Fort Lauderdale Beach, about twenty minutes away: either way you'll need a taxi or rideshare, because there's no rail link to the airport.

Airport area and Port Everglades

Airport area · free hotel shuttle to the terminal in 5-10 minutes; some also offer one to the cruise port

Best for: those with a short layover, a dawn flight, or departing on a cruise from Port Everglades

Pros

Frequent free shuttles to the terminals and cruise port
Lower rates than downtown or the beach

Cons

An area of offices and warehouses, nothing to do on foot in the evening
Takeoff noise noticeable in some rooms

Recommended hotels in this area

Aloft Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port: Rooftop pool and bar, with a round-the-clock free shuttle: handy for anyone arriving or leaving at unusual hours.
Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resorts Fort Lauderdale Airport/ Cruise by IHG: Borders Port Everglades and is less than a mile from the terminals, useful for anyone combining a flight with a cruise.
Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport North Cruise Port: Free shuttle to both the airport and the cruise port, hot breakfast included.

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Las Olas and downtown

City centre · 10-15 minutes by car or taxi from the airport, no direct rail link

Best for: those who want restaurants, bars and the New River canals within easy reach

Pros

Restaurants, boutiques and nightlife along Las Olas Boulevard
Water taxis to get around the canals without a car

Cons

A taxi or rideshare is always needed for the airport
Hotel parking is often paid

Recommended hotels in this area

Riverside Hotel: The oldest in the city, on the New River at Las Olas: a central location and historic atmosphere.
The Dalmar, Fort Lauderdale, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel: Panoramic infinity pool on the rooftop and walking distance from Las Olas Boulevard.
Element by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Downtown: Rooms with a kitchenette and breakfast included, a few minutes on foot from Las Olas.

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Fort Lauderdale Beach

Neighbourhood · 15-20 minutes by car or taxi from the airport, about 8 km; no direct rail link

Best for: those staying a few days who want the beach right outside

Pros

Beach and pedestrian boardwalk just steps from the rooms
Restaurants and boat equipment rentals along the A1A

Cons

Higher rates during the high season months
A taxi or rideshare is always needed for the airport

Recommended hotels in this area

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort: Oceanfront a few minutes from Las Olas, with a dedicated spa highly praised in reviews.
Pelican Grand Beach Resort, a Noble House Resort: Private beach and vintage Florida style, on a quiet stretch of the boardwalk.
Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach, a DoubleTree by Hilton: Marina with boat rental and diving next to the rooms, handy for anyone who wants to be on the water.

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