My wife and I find that these pre-cruise accommodation videos are of great value to us. We live in the mid-west and like to see first hand and have found that one may not always rely on the photos that the hotels provide on their websites. Thank you! Tony.
By chance, I stayed the same night as Tony. I wasn't cruising... just partying in the area with a friend from my Air Force days. When leaving the hotel, I saw Tony sitting in the Lobby area waiting to catch his transportation to the cruise port. I walked up to tell him I was a fan and that my whole family watches his videos. Tony couldn't have been more gracious. He's as genuine in person as he appears on the video.
Nice review, will have to add this to my list of hotels to stay at. Thank you for taking us on a walk to show what is around the hotel, truly appreciated it.
The one good thing we find about the hotel shuttle to the cruise port is that the hotel driver will know exactly where to drop you for access to the ship's Porter. An Uber driver may not know the exact spot for the ship's Porter or even worse, leave you with a long walk with your bags. Good stuff navigating the brush at night, Tony. Have a good trip.
I took a shuttle to the cruise port which is not a far ride. I booked the shuttle on the kiosk in the lobby of the Hyatt House. Once the drivrer came to pick me up I booked the return trip before going to the cruise port. Return trip was easy also. Good experience staying at Hyatt House. That will be my go to spot for cruising out of Fort Lauderdale FL.
We will be staying at this same hotel in early January so nice to have a preview of everything around it. Great score on the price, in January everything is double or triple for hotels close to the cruise port.
We stayed there once and my husband asked for a complimentary upgrade. They gave us a 2 bedroom suite. It was very nice and was the size of an apartment. I highly recommend the hotel.
Thank you so much for showing us this hotel and the area -plus restaurants around it. So helpful! We will use your tips. Will be there next year soon and was so happy to see you booked Hyatt House also. Have an awesome trip. You deserve it!
This was a great video Tony! Trying to find a safe, comfortable and affordable pre-cruise hotel that has a shuttle to the port with restaurants nearby is like finding a needle in a haystack!! I’ll be booking this hotel for sure:). Love your vlogs, cruise news and lives with Jenny B❤️
I knew you could find a place for under $150! Glad you stayed there. I became Hyatt Globalist this year and have been staying at lots of Hyatts. I usually stay at Hyatt Place (there's a brand new one near the port in Canaveral that is VERY nice and usually just over $100). I stayed at a Hyatt Centric in Portland last month. Hyatt House is their extended stay hotel (hence "house"). You made the right decision!
It's a studio. I just stayed there before my cruise. It was pretty nice. There are places to eat pretty close. I took a lyft to Luggage Outlet so that I could replace the luggage that was damaged by the airline. It's nice for a cruise and go stay.
Tony, the 15th Street Fisheries is a great place for lunch or dinner. Two blocks north of the causeway on the Intercoastal. Great food, fantastic views. Buy some bait at the marina and feed the fish.
Thanks for the info! We are now in Florida from Canada (finally) in NPR and looking forward to cruising at the end of November! Thanks for all the work you do to keep us informed and up to date! Enjoy your cruise and have a blast! 😁👍
It was helpful. I have cruised out of Port EverGlades. I think driving the day before and then staying at a good hotel makes a lot of sense. I live in Orlando so about the same long drive.
Thank you Tony, great review. I will be booking this hotel towards the end of 2022. It's nice to know there are many shops and food places so close by.
Yes, it was nice that you showed the restaurants in the back of the hotel. I think it’s a great idea to know about eating alternates. An a good idea to let people know about parking a car at the hotel. Some don’t know it’s available to do that. There is only one thing, I can think of that you didn’t cover was your “IN CRUISING” saying 😜😂😂. But I’ll forgive you this time! Just joking with ya Tony. I love you shows! All of them. Until next time. Captain Morgan 😃
You now qualify to be on my comedy team. Loved your shortcut to the real world from the backyard parking lot. Think all the people now that will be taking that shortcut. LOL!
This was helpful as I have to make a booking decision for a pre-cruise one night stay in April 2022. Hyatt House looks like a good option. Thanks, Tony!
Was looking at this place as an option for my cruise in Dec. After watching your video, I am going to try this place, although I wont be getting the deal you got , but that's fine. I just want a nice place, that seems safe, and good location to airport.
Glad you bit the bullet and sprang for the hotel. I was getting worried about you starting a 5-hour drive at 4 in the morning. At first I thought the Ramen place was just New York prices but $10 for 6 gyoza (and not even shrimp) is pricey even for New York. Glad you liked it.
We stayed at the Hyatt place next door back in 2015. The 18th st, mall was not even there yet. We had to catch the Hyatt shuttle to the nearest mall, crossed an over pass in to the mall. All in all a 5 min drive to/ from. Now, it just across the street.
Thats a lovley placeTony the room is Huge definitely looks the ideal place for people cruise going out of port Lauderdale You looked refreshed 😜 traveling the day before have many benefits. Apart from eating out is expensieve ,but ach its holiday time . Have a Fantastic time looking forward to to to your videos .🥰 Yes this video i think will help many looking for somewhere to stay ,plus knowing there are payed parking ,shuttle ( with a fee ) Restaurants near by .
First Watch is also in the shopping area next to this hotel. Great for breakfast/brunch or lunch. Closes at 2:30 so not open for dinner. There’s also other restaurants there as well for all tastes (American, Asian, Cuban, Mexican, Jewish deli). Great area other shops across street off Stirling Road.
ooh pretty awesome! I love that it's really surrounded by so many places. Not sure if it's within my pre-cruise budget but it did remind me that we might have points at hotels we'd normally ignore and could get a good discount! Tony always looking out for my wallet!
Tony, you are killin me again.haha. Dang, you and Don and your cruises, sheesh. Still jealous. I am so anxious to get on our cruises in June and July. Have a fun week.
Hi Tony, Jill and I are waiting at our hotel right now for the shuttle ride to Ft Lauderdale cruise port. We'll wave to you from the Celebrity Millennium. Hi from Bob and Jill in the same city as you, from Connecticut
Looks a great hotel room (s)....and what a great price you got for that!!! Thanks for the review. We are Best Western Plus members so we usually stay in one of their hotels.
This is so helpful! Thank you so much! We needed to book a place for March, as we’re going on the Wonder of the Seas and flying out from WA state. I’ll be booking it today!
My wife and I find that these pre-cruise accommodation videos are of great value to us. We live in the mid-west and like to see first hand and have found that one may not always rely on the photos that the hotels provide on their websites. Thank you! Tony.
By chance, I stayed the same night as Tony. I wasn't cruising... just partying in the area with a friend from my Air Force days. When leaving the hotel, I saw Tony sitting in the Lobby area waiting to catch his transportation to the cruise port. I walked up to tell him I was a fan and that my whole family watches his videos. Tony couldn't have been more gracious. He's as genuine in person as he appears on the video.
I'm laughing because it's dark when you come out of the bushes and it's like a stalker horror movie moment. It just made me chuckle.
Or the Wolfman lol..
We stay at that property every time we cruise out of FLL. Nice place. Several places to dine within walking distance.
I have the Hyatt House booked for a late January cruise, so great timing! I feel reassured about my random choice. :)
Which cruise r u on late January? Im on the Odyssey Jan 29
This type of video is very helpful! Thanks for showing us the hotel, room, area shops and restaurants.
You scored a great price. We are cruising out of Port Everglades in January and I just priced it and best I can find for our dates is $261.
Hi Tony!
Have a wonderful time aboard the Odyssey of the Seas 🛳☀️🌊
Nice review, will have to add this to my list of hotels to stay at. Thank you for taking us on a walk to show what is around the hotel, truly appreciated it.
Thanks Tony. Always looking for safe hotels in FLL for a solo cruiser. You are the best.
The one good thing we find about the hotel shuttle to the cruise port is that the hotel driver will know exactly where to drop you for access to the ship's Porter. An Uber driver may not know the exact spot for the ship's Porter or even worse, leave you with a long walk with your bags. Good stuff navigating the brush at night, Tony. Have a good trip.
We stayed here Tony pre cruise a couple years ago. They have a great burger at their restaurant! Had a nice stay!
I took a shuttle to the cruise port which is not a far ride. I booked the shuttle on the kiosk in the lobby of the Hyatt House. Once the drivrer came to pick me up I booked the return trip before going to the cruise port. Return trip was easy also. Good experience staying at Hyatt House. That will be my go to spot for cruising out of Fort Lauderdale FL.
We will be staying at this same hotel in early January so nice to have a preview of everything around it. Great score on the price, in January everything is double or triple for hotels close to the cruise port.
Glad you decided to go the night before Tony. Have a great cruise and enjoy yourself.
WOW thanks Tony we definitely needed this hate the drive and parking at the port from Orlando ❤
We stayed there once and my husband asked for a complimentary upgrade. They gave us a 2 bedroom suite. It was very nice and was the size of an apartment. I highly recommend the hotel.
Thank you so much for showing us this hotel and the area -plus restaurants around it. So helpful! We will use your tips. Will be there next year soon and was so happy to see you booked Hyatt House also. Have an awesome trip. You deserve it!
This was a great video Tony! Trying to find a safe, comfortable and affordable pre-cruise hotel that has a shuttle to the port with restaurants nearby is like finding a needle in a haystack!! I’ll be booking this hotel for sure:). Love your vlogs, cruise news and lives with Jenny B❤️
Thanks Tony. Good to know for our Feb. 2023 cruise.
Tried to book for my March cruise and fully booked. All the loca fam snapped up all the rooms!
My wife and I booked this hotel for our March 8 day Allure of the seas cruise. Thank you Tony for the review. Have a great time on the Odyssey
I knew you could find a place for under $150! Glad you stayed there. I became Hyatt Globalist this year and have been staying at lots of Hyatts. I usually stay at Hyatt Place (there's a brand new one near the port in Canaveral that is VERY nice and usually just over $100). I stayed at a Hyatt Centric in Portland last month. Hyatt House is their extended stay hotel (hence "house"). You made the right decision!
Man!!! What a lifesaver this video has been considering im looking last minute for a hotel the night before my cruise right now! Thanks Tony!
Glad you found a reasonably priced hotel that looks really nice.
It's a studio. I just stayed there before my cruise. It was pretty nice. There are places to eat pretty close. I took a lyft to Luggage Outlet so that I could replace the luggage that was damaged by the airline. It's nice for a cruise and go stay.
The hotel in Port Everglades area think a lot of their hotel rooms, crazy prices. Thanks Tony, you saved me money
I am glad you found a good place to stay at Ft. Lauderdale at a reasonable price. Good work! Have a good and safe cruise!
Really appreciated the walk around …thank you
In the jungle with Tony and ramen with Tony in the same video??!! Awesome!
Hotel looks very nice and I love that there are walkable options.
Will keep this in mind for next time - happy cruising!
Thanks for the review Tony! I have this booked for mid February pre and post cruise.
Tony, the 15th Street Fisheries is a great place for lunch or dinner. Two blocks north of the causeway on the Intercoastal. Great food, fantastic views. Buy some bait at the marina and feed the fish.
I love these vlogs for information on upcoming cruises, keep them coming. Nice Job!!!
Looks really nice....looks like you made the right call there....bon voyage Tony!
Great video. Even 2 years later. Will sail out of Ft. Lauderdale for the first time next month.
Thanks Tony, We are going out of Port Everglades in Jan, and this place looks great. You got a great deal!!
Great video -- wonderful walk 🚶♂️!
Thanks so much Tony. Love you guys
Nice review. Seems like a nice place to stay. Thanks Tony
Love Ft Lauderdale! Usually stay at the Sonesta on the ocean! Never been on a cruise but been following ever since Covid…maybe one day! 🎉🕺
Thanks for the info! We are now in Florida from Canada (finally) in NPR and looking forward to cruising at the end of November! Thanks for all the work you do to keep us informed and up to date! Enjoy your cruise and have a blast! 😁👍
Rewatching for our upcoming cruise out of Port everglades. ❤️
My family stayed there years ago and it was so nice having so much within walking distance!
Thank you so much for this review, I will certainly book there if possible. I love a good ramen place 😋
Hyatt House looks like a nice place! Wow, Tony, that food looks delicious!
It was helpful. I have cruised out of Port EverGlades. I think driving the day before and then staying at a good hotel makes a lot of sense. I live in Orlando so about the same long drive.
Happy CaRuuuz day! Looking forward to seeing the Odyssey!
Thanks Tony for the update
Thank you Tony, great review. I will be booking this hotel towards the end of 2022. It's nice to know there are many shops and food places so close by.
Good to know! Lovely room!
Yes, it was nice that you showed the restaurants in the back of the hotel. I think it’s a great idea to know about eating alternates. An a good idea to let people know about parking a car at the hotel. Some don’t know it’s available to do that. There is only one thing, I can think of that you didn’t cover was your “IN CRUISING” saying 😜😂😂. But I’ll forgive you this time! Just joking with ya Tony. I love you shows! All of them. Until next time. Captain Morgan 😃
Thank you for the hotel review! It was soo helpful. Hope your cruise is MARVELOUS 😄😄😄😄😄😄
You now qualify to be on my comedy team. Loved your shortcut to the real world from the backyard parking lot. Think all the people now that will be taking that shortcut. LOL!
Good info we are booked here next November before we get on the beyond
Thank you Tony. When I'm trying to decide on a hotel this is the kind of info I look for.
This was helpful as I have to make a booking decision for a pre-cruise one night stay in April 2022. Hyatt House looks like a good option. Thanks, Tony!
Thank you. Great video. You answered all of my questions. 😊
Thanks Tony. I'm currently staying here because of your recommendation. Nice hotel. Off to try the ramen.
I really enjoyed this video. Great representation of what it's like to stay there. Very helpful. Thank you.
Was looking at this place as an option for my cruise in Dec. After watching your video, I am going to try this place, although I wont be getting the deal you got , but that's fine. I just want a nice place, that seems safe, and good location to airport.
Nice choice for a hotel room. Thanks for sharing
Glad you bit the bullet and sprang for the hotel. I was getting worried about you starting a 5-hour drive at 4 in the morning.
At first I thought the Ramen place was just New York prices but $10 for 6 gyoza (and not even shrimp) is pricey even for New York. Glad you liked it.
Great review and information. Would definitely book this for any future cruise out of Ft Lauderdale
Great Video! Tony walking around in the dark....BRAVE! 😂
We stayed at the Hyatt place next door back in 2015. The 18th st, mall was not even there yet. We had to catch the Hyatt shuttle to the nearest mall, crossed an over pass in to the mall. All in all a 5 min drive to/ from. Now, it just across the street.
Timely review. We need a room for our cruise that starts this coming weekend. I'm sure you're more relaxed to start your cruise by coming a day early.
Just casually traversing through the bushes at night 🤣 Should have brought a travel machete 🤣 Your attitude is always so chill!
Thats a lovley placeTony the room is Huge definitely looks the ideal place for people cruise going out of port Lauderdale
You looked refreshed 😜 traveling the day before have many benefits. Apart from eating out is expensieve ,but ach its holiday time .
Have a Fantastic time looking forward to to to your videos .🥰
Yes this video i think will help many looking for somewhere to stay ,plus knowing there are payed parking ,shuttle ( with a fee )
Restaurants near by .
Great job as usual Tony. My wife and I stayed there in 2018 for our Panama canal cruise. We love Hyatt!!
THANX TONY...Great tour...Good looking vittles...Have a great cruise...MARK IN ARIZONA...
I usually stay at Embassy Suites for my pre-cruise hotel, but will certainly give this place a look.
Great review. We booked Wyndham Garden Ft Lauderdale for our cruise next year. Will definitely consider this next time.
Your review was super helpful for our cruises from Lauderdale.
Nice. Will put on my lease for staying before cruise, and after getting back in case its late getting back
First Watch is also in the shopping area next to this hotel. Great for breakfast/brunch or lunch. Closes at 2:30 so not open for dinner. There’s also other restaurants there as well for all tastes (American, Asian, Cuban, Mexican, Jewish deli). Great area other shops across street off Stirling Road.
Enjoy first watch. Where was the Starbucks?
ooh pretty awesome! I love that it's really surrounded by so many places. Not sure if it's within my pre-cruise budget but it did remind me that we might have points at hotels we'd normally ignore and could get a good discount! Tony always looking out for my wallet!
Tony, you are killin me again.haha. Dang, you and Don and your cruises, sheesh. Still jealous. I am so anxious to get on our cruises in June and July. Have a fun week.
Excellent show, some very good advice!
Thanks Tony for providing me with the information I needed for this hotel and surrounding have a reservation in March going on the sky princess
Wow! Nice option! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Tony, Jill and I are waiting at our hotel right now for the shuttle ride to Ft Lauderdale cruise port. We'll wave to you from the Celebrity Millennium. Hi from Bob and Jill in the same city as you, from Connecticut
Have a great cruise!
Wow that's an awesome room
I like how you lower your voice in the lobby and in the room corridor respecting the other guests.
Great review! Staying there on 11/27 for a pre-cruise stay! Looks like the wife and I made a great choice!
Hey Tony 🌍 from NC
Best decision you made going a day early. Love Fort Lauderdale but, as stated, eating out is very expensive. Thanks for the update.😎
This is awesome. Looks like a great place to stay.
this was great! love to see some protein on the grab n go breakfast!
Great review. Thanks.
I always stay at Dania Point . Lots of hotels with shuttle service to airport or cruise ship terminal
Stayed near there a few years ago for Cruiseworld - found a great restaurant The Boatyard & there are yachts docked in the back!
I like Hyatt glad you had a good stay I will use this location thanks for the review enjoy your cruise
Looks a great hotel room (s)....and what a great price you got for that!!! Thanks for the review. We are Best Western Plus members so we usually stay in one of their hotels.
Thanks for the review.
Super review Tony!!! Have a great cruise!
Thank you for the Hotel Tour! Looks like a great place, especially for families!
This is so helpful! Thank you so much! We needed to book a place for March, as we’re going on the Wonder of the Seas and flying out from WA state. I’ll be booking it today!
Very helpful Tony! Thank you!
Thanks Tony!