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Cheap hotels near PortMiami

PortMiami, the “Cruise Capital of the World,” sits on Dodge Island right beside downtown Miami. Staying the night before is the easiest way to avoid a missed sailing.

Finding cheap rooms in PortMiami is easier when you know where to look. We compare live hotel rates across the top booking sites and point you to the neighborhoods where hotels are cheap but the location is still great.

Best areas for a cheap pre-cruise hotel

Downtown Miami & Bayside

The closest hotels to the port — a short taxi or rideshare across the bridge to the terminals.

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Brickell

Modern high-rise hotels, restaurants and rooftop bars, minutes from the port.

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Miami Beach

Art Deco South Beach — make a vacation of it, about 15–20 minutes from the port.

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Near Miami International Airport

Convenient for late arrivals; the port is roughly a 20-minute drive away.

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Map of hotels near PortMiami

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Pre-cruise tip

Many downtown hotels offer cruise shuttles or packages with parking. Arrive the day before — flight delays are the most common reason passengers miss a ship.

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