HAMPTON INN FT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT NORTH CRUISE PORT, Fort Lauderdale

The hotel is situated just 6 minutes' drive from the airport and 11 minutes from the beach. Port Everglades is 6 km away, about a 12-15 minute drive. Las Olas Marina is 14 minutes by car. A large strip mall is right next door with restaurants (Slackers Bar & Grill, McDonald's, Subway), a grocery store, and dollar stores, making it easy to pick up cruise essentials. While the surrounding area is not a tourist district, foot traffic is comfortable during the day; some may find it less appealing after dark. An Uber or taxi to the airport costs around $10-12. Aventura is a 25-minute drive.

Standard in-room amenities include a microwave, small refrigerator, coffee-making facilities, ironing equipment, a work desk, and a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Rooms are available with either two queen beds or a king bed; some rooms offer a walk-in shower while others have a tub. The property is older and showing its age, so furnishings and decor may feel dated. Some rooms have had issues with sticky or dirty floors, noisy air conditioning, and doors that are difficult to open. Rooms facing the road or near the elevator may experience more noise. For a quieter stay, consider a room on a higher floor away from the elevator.

Breakfast is served in a small seating area that can become very crowded, particularly on cruise embarkation days. The breakfast includes items like eggs, sausage, waffles, potatoes, cereal, fruit, and coffee. While some find it adequate and typical for the brand, others note it can be basic and the area may not always be kept clean. The breakfast cost is $1 per person per day. There is no on-site restaurant or bar, but several fast-food and casual dining options (McDonald's, Wendy's, 84 Thai Food) are within a 2-5 minute walk in the adjacent strip mall. Coffee and hot water are available in the lobby 24 hours.

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. The pool area is generally well-maintained and offers a pleasant space to relax. The fitness centre is equipped with modern, high-quality equipment and is considered above average for a Hampton Inn.

The 24-hour front desk provides services such as express check-in/out, an ATM on site, and luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures. Free wired and wireless internet is available throughout the property. A business centre with fax/photocopying is free to use. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and has a lift. Family rooms are available. Safety features include key card access, CCTV, smoke alarms, and a safety deposit box. The free airport shuttle runs 24 hours a day; the cruise port shuttle costs $15 per person each way and can be arranged at check-in. On-site parking costs $10 per day; a long-term parking option for cruisers is $60 for up to 10 days.