Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
7.8 (397 reviews)
1500 SE 17th Causeway, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316 , Fort Lauderdale , US

Facilities

Free breakfast
Express check-out
Long-term parking (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
Free airport transportation
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Convenient location with many dining options
Cons:
Issue with bed bugs
Rude manager incident

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
Some reviews mention clean rooms, but there was a serious issue with bed bugs.
Service
8.31
Most reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
8.35
Many guests appreciated the proximity to shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.81
Rooms were described as clean and comfortable but noted some issues with the shower.
Amenities
7.84
Shuttle service was available, and the breakfast selections were good.
Value for Money
7.3
Overall perceptions from guests suggest decent value for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.85
Positive comments about the breakfast offerings.
Overall Experience
7.62
Mixed reviews overall, but several guests noted they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 20:47

Property Description

Recreational Opportunities
Enjoy the outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness center during your stay.

Complimentary Amenities
Benefit from free Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast, concierge services, and a 24-hour business center.

Convenient Location
Located near Southport Shopping Center and Pier 66 Marina, with easy access to Fort Lauderdale Beach Park.

Make a booking now to experience all these amenities and more at Holiday Inn Express Ft. Lauderdale Cruise-Airport.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FLL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 397 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 8.31
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 7.81
Amenities: 7.84
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 7.85
Overall Experience: 7.62
T
Taylor
10
Pros:

Staff was super friendly!

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
J
Joshua partner
6
Pros:

Property was great. Negatives: When we checked in we were sent to a room that has not been cleaned. Then when we went to go get changed to another room we were told by the front desk staff that we were being reassigned to another room that "was the same" as what we had reserved. Went to that room and it was a double queen instead of a king bed. Had to call the front desk again to get moved and they said they would call us back to find us a different room. When they called, the manager apologized and then said we were being assigned the double queen room. I then asked for a room with a king sized bed and we were moved for the second time. All this took about 1.5 hours and we arrived a full hour after check in time. I asked about any discount for the inconvenience and was told by the manager that "there nothing I can do since you booked through Orbitz". Not a satisfying answer or experience.

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
F
Fundacion
10
Pros:

Todo fue excelente.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
K
Kathy
10
Great Stay!
Pros:

Comfy bed, great staff, good breakfast, walkable to shopping, restaurants, easy and reasonable port shuttle.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
A
Antonella family_with_children
10
Pros:

The safe went above and beyond my expectations.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
M
Monta
10
Pros:

Good hotel close to the cruise port and airport

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
C
crystal
10
Pros:

amazing experience

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
J
Julie family
8
Pros:

Good for a quick stay. Good location. Nice breakfast and pool area.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
S
Sabrina partner
10
Pros:

Clean room, very friendly staff crew

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
C
Cynthia family
10
Pros:

We stayed before and after our cruise,
the airport is not far hence they have airport pickup and drop off.

Florida is very warm at this time, proximity is convenient.
The hotel is walking distance from shops, restaurants, and bus stop (which is few minutes to the mall with more shops, restaurants and the beach).

The team is very warm, hospitable and helpful.

The rooms are clean, beds very comfy which made it hard for us to leave it. Lol

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
K
kirk partner
2
Pros:

They offer a free shuttle but if you want to be on time for your flight you better think twice about this property! Scheduled a free shuttle for 3pm asked the front desk what was going on. Had one shuttle show up at 3:15 but was going to the cruise port and pointed us to the other shuttle bus that would be taking us. He got in the van, started it, looked at us, pulled out, and drove away. We asked what the hell is going on with the front desk. They called him immediately and he stated he was already at the airport when he had literally just left. It took 45 minutes for him to return and was insanely rude to us and threw our bags into the van. The front desks acted like they could care less and were very rude. Only gave us a $10 refund. Do not stay at this property!

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
D
DeAnn
8
Pros:

Xx

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
L
Leah partner
10
Pros:

The room was clean, and the staff were very nice and accommodating. It was also very nice that breakfast was included with our stay.

My only comment is that the tissues in the tissue box in our washroom were oddly all moist.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
T
Thomas
8
Good cruise hotel.
Pros:

There were pleny of shops and restaurants nearby. A short ride to beaches. We walked thrre, but a bit of a trek.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
R
Ronald partner
10
Pros:

Clean room , smelled good furniture could use updated ( broken and didn’t align up from bein broken! Special notice to wonderful breakfast ladies and the check in desk lady very kind and cool and kind with the lobby crowd!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
S
Sue Ellen family
8
Pros:

Staff was very accommodating and helpful. The accommodations were good... comfortable bed and good selection for breakfast. The staff was very friendly!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
K
kirk partner
2
Pros:

They offer a free shuttle but if you want to be on time for your flight you better think twice about this property! Scheduled a free shuttle for 3pm asked the front desk what was going on. Had one shuttle show up at 3:15 but was going to the cruise port and pointed us to the other shuttle bus that would be taking us. He got in the van, started it, looked at us, pulled out, and drove away. We asked what the hell is going on with the front desk. They called him immediately and he stated he was already at the airport when he had literally just left. It took 45 minutes for him to return and was insanely rude to us and threw our bags into the van. The front desks acted like they could care less and were very rude. Only gave us a $10 refund. Do not stay at this property!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
G
Gina
10
Pros:

Great staff provided excellent customer service. The hotel is close to lots of shops. Breakfast was great!

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
J
Jeanette
10
Pros:

Very easy and love the popups easy access.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
R
Robert
10
Pros:

very nice

2025-10-02 via Nuitee