Miami is known as a major tourist mecca. Of course, there is the cruise industry with millions of passengers heading to South Florida every year to set sail. But from its famous beaches to sporting events and more, Miami is a tourist destination all its own and not just a departure port.
That’s good news if you are looking for an inexpensive Miami hotel.
With so many people coming into the area, there are hundreds — if not thousands — of hotels. That means there is a lot of competition for your business, driving down prices and making Miami a surprisingly affordable place to stay, if you know where to look. (You can also spend ridiculously high amounts too, if you’re so inclined.)
Case in point: We’ve found roughly a dozen hotels below that are close to the Miami cruise port, get good reviews, and are priced affordably. For a recent search, all of the hotels below were priced under $175 a night, with some starting much less. Keep in mind, however, rates will vary.
And don’t think that because they are inexpensive that these are bottom-tier hotels. We’ve only included hotels rated close to 4.0 stars or above by Google.
To be sure, prices for these hotels can change depending on your specific travel dates. Click the links below to read reviews on Kayak. We’ve also mapped all the hotels listed below.
More Hotel Ideas: You can also click here to see hotels with shuttles to the Miami cruise port or see “Park and Cruise” hotels in the port area.
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Inexpensive Miami Cruise Hotels Near the Port
Novatel Miami Brickell
When it comes to convenience, style, and affordability, it’s tough to beat the Novatel Miami Brickell. the hotel is just south of the cruise port, right near the free Coral Way Trolley that visits the Port of Miami. As you’d expect in this area of town, it’s also trendy (complete with rooftop pool), with great views of downtown. Despite the great reviews, prices are affordable, at roughly $150 per night during a search for a weeknight stay.
- Distance to Port: 3 miles
- Review Rating: 4.2 out of 5
CitizenM Miami Worldcenter
The CitizenM is just across the causeway from the cruise ships… in fact, you should be able to see them from the rooftop pool that looks over the Kaseya Center (where the Miami Heat play) and then the port just beyond. The decor is fun and stylish, including lots of public space that may make you never want to head to your room. While the hotel is new, the reviews are great, earning a 4.4 out of five stars. And while it won’t surprise us to see higher rates, we did find stays just under $100.
One note: With this hotel, all the rooms are the exact same and designed for two people, with one bed. They are roughly the size of a cruise cabin and smaller than a typical hotel room.
- Distance to Port: 1 mile
- Review Rating: 4.4 out of 5
Arlo Wynwood
Sitting in the trendy Wynwood District that’s known for it’s artsy culture, Arlo Wynwood fits right in. The hotel is full of artistic touches, down to the huge mural that takes up an entire side of the building. Bright, fresh, and airy, it simply has a warm and summery feel. It’s a relatively short route to the cruise port, just about three miles away when it’s time to sail. Rates we found were around $135 for a weeknight.
- Distance to Port: 3 miles
- Review Rating: 4.0 out of 5
The Elser Miami
Miami is known for having a high-end style and if that’s what you want in a stay that close to the cruise port, this is it. It’s relatively new and it’s located in a skyscraper that towers over the cruise port. Sleek, sophisticated and stylish, expect to spend more to stay here as you take in sweeping views of the cruise port or downtown. Honestly, the spot is so nice with spacious rooms that you may not want to move over to the ship come cruise day!
- Distance to port: 1 mile
- Rating: 4.4 out of 5
Homewood Suites Miami Downtown/Brickell
Need a little more space, such as when traveling with a family? This is one of the best options near the Miami port as it offers suites that give everyone a little more elbow room. From here, you’re close to the port but also food, shopping, and Miami’s nightlife. Still, it’s just outside of Brickell/downtown. Amenities including wi-fi and a pool are available. There is also a paid shuttle to the ships, making it ideal for cruise passengers.
- Distance to port: 3 miles
- Rating: 4.0 out of 5
Chesterfield Hotel & Suites
If you want the classic South Beach experience before you cruise, this is it. It’s located in the heart of everything the area has to offer, including being one block from the beach. The hotel itself is a relatively small boutique spot with the required art-deco architecture. Simple, clean, affordable — and in a fantastic location to enjoy yourself before your sail — it’s hard to beach this spot. One thing that’s missing? There is no hotel pool. Expect to pay around $100 a night once you add in the resort fee.
- Distance to Port: 5.5 miles
- Review Rating: 4.4 out of 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Miami Wynwood
Hampton Inn may not be the first thing you think of when you picture Miami, but they offer a ton of locations and a reputation for quality. This location is deep in the heart of the city, just a few miles from the cruise port and right near Biscayne Bay. Within minutes you can be at the port, or South Beach, or downtown. No wonder it earns such great reviews.
- Distance to Port: 3.5 miles
- Review Rating: 4.4 out of 5
Eurostars Langford Hotel
The Langford is a modern, upscale hotel with a strong call to the city’s Art Deco roots. Stylish and unique, there are cool touches abound, like the herringbone wood floors in the rooms. It’s definitely a more memorable stay than bedding down a mega-chain hotel. Located about 10 blocks from the port entrance, you’ll need a ride to the cruise ship. However, the ride will be only a few minutes and considering the great price you can get for the hotel (we found prices just over $100), it won’t hurt your wallet too hard.
- Distance to Port: 2 miles
- Review Rating: 4.1 out of 5
Aloft Miami Brickell
Another Miami cruise port hotel that gets high marks is Aloft Miami Brickell. Best of all, this spot near the port can be relatively cheap. We found rates as low as $125 a night despite it being only blocks from high-end names like Mandarin Oriental. From here you can walk to a number of hotspots like the Brickell City Center (a shopping area with stores, restaurants, entertainment and more). So you can have a night on the town before starting the cruise portion of your vacation.
- Distance to port: 3 miles
- Rating: 4.0 out of 5
Hilton Garden Inn Miami/Brickell South
If you want to stay near the port, but outside of the busy downtown area, then Hilton Garden Inn may be perfect for you. The hotel sits about 15 minutes from the port. It also has has a very “Miami” feel, including a resort-style pool with lush landscaping and cabanas. It’s a great choice for those who want somewhere stylish and contemporary to stay before their cruise.
- Distance to Port: 4.5 miles
- Review Rating: 4.0 out of 5
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Check out our article on hotels with shuttles here: https://www.cruzely.com/10-miami-hotels-with-shuttlestransportation-to-the-cruise-port/