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The most convenient hotels near Port Canaveral are a cluster of hotels on and just off Astronaut Boulevard (SR A1A) in Cape Canaveral, roughly a mile from the cruise terminals on the south side of the harbor. Several sell cruise parking for the length of your sailing, and some run a paid shuttle to the ship, so you skip the early drive from Orlando.
This guide is about cruise logistics. For each hotel we checked what you pay to leave your car while you sail, whether there is a port shuttle and what it costs, and whether breakfast is included. We also explain how official port parking works, so you can compare a hotel package with driving to the ship.
Quick answer: For the most complete cruise package, book the Radisson Resort at the Port: its cruise parking rate includes the port shuttle for up to four people, and it has a waterfall pool. On a budget, the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL includes a free hot breakfast and sells a low-cost cruise shuttle. Families who want a kitchen should look at the Residence Inn Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach or the Homewood Suites by Hilton Cape Canaveral-Cocoa Beach. If you want the beach the night before you sail, choose the Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach Cape Canaveral and its Park & Cruise packages.
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Port Canaveral terminals and official parking
Port Canaveral describes itself as the homeport for seven cruise lines: Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Disney Cruise Line, MSC, Princess, Celebrity and Norwegian. The terminals sit on both sides of the harbor in Cape Canaveral, and your cruise line assigns yours. The port notes that ship schedules and assigned terminals can change, so check your boarding documents a few days before you sail.
| Terminal group | Terminals | Exit from SR 528 | Side of harbor |
|---|---|---|---|
| A terminals | 5, 6, 8 and 10 | Exit 54A | North side |
| B terminals | 1, 2 and 3 | Exit 54B | South side |
Official port parking is in garages and surface lots next to each terminal, so you park and walk. At the time of writing, the port charged $20 a day plus tax for cars and RVs. The charge counts both the day you arrive and the day you return. You pay when you enter, and the lots are cashless (American Express, Visa, Mastercard and Discover). The port does not take parking reservations. Embarkation parking does not open before 10 a.m., and returning passengers can reach their cars at any time. The fee is waived for some vehicles carrying people with disabilities, under conditions the port lists.
The hotels below are all on the south side, close to Terminals 1 to 3. By our road check, the Astronaut Boulevard hotels are about 1 to 2 miles from those terminals and roughly 2.5 to 3 miles from the north-side terminals, a 5- to 10-minute drive without traffic.
How we chose these hotels
We started with the hotels the Space Coast’s official tourism office promotes to cruisers and kept those with verified cruise services: parking while you sail, a port shuttle or a park-and-cruise package. We also looked at road distance to the terminals, measured with OSRM routing, and at what is included, such as breakfast, kitchens and pools. Fees come from the hotels’ official pages and the county tourism listings; where a brand site blocked us, we used an archived copy and say “at last check.” We did not stay at these hotels and do not use review scores.
| Hotel | To the terminals* | Cruise parking** | Port shuttle** | Free breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radisson Resort at the Port | 1.5 to 3 mi | $12.95 + tax a day | Included for up to 4 | Ask (buffet on site) |
| Country Inn & Suites Port Canaveral | 1.2 to 2.7 mi | $65 (5 days) or $99 (10 days) + tax | $9 + tax per person | Yes, hot |
| Residence Inn Cape Canaveral | 1.1 to 2.7 mi | Long-term parking listed | $12 per person | Yes, hot |
| Homewood Suites Cape Canaveral | 1.1 to 2.7 mi | $12 + tax a night | $12 per person, third party | Yes, hot |
| Home2 Suites Cape Canaveral | 1.3 to 2.8 mi | $25 + tax a night | $12 per person, third party | Yes, hot |
| Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral | 1.2 to 2.8 mi | Offered (ask price) | Ask the hotel | Check your rate |
| TownePlace Suites Cape Canaveral | 1.4 to 3 mi | $12.84 a night | $10.80 per person | Yes, hot |
| Courtyard Cocoa Beach | 4.3 to 6.3 mi | $15 a day | Park & Cruise package | No |
*Approximate road distance to the nearest south-side terminal and to the north-side terminals, from OSRM routing. **At our last check (late 2025 to October 2026). Shuttle prices are each way where the hotel says so. Confirm all fees with the hotel.
1. Radisson Resort at the Port
The Radisson at 8701 Astronaut Boulevard is the hotel most built around cruise passengers. Its own site says it is just over a mile from the port, a 5- to 10-minute drive, and it sells several cruise packages: Stay and Cruise, Fly, Stay and Cruise, and Park & Cruise for 3- to 4-night or 5- to 8-night sailings. Its waterfall pool stands out among these hotels, and there is a Tiki Bar by the pool and Flamingo’s Restaurant on site.
Rooms range from one king or queen to two-queen suites, and every room type lists a refrigerator, a coffee maker and free Wi-Fi.
- Why stay: Cruise parking and a round-trip port shuttle in one package, plus a resort-style pool for the night before.
- Getting there / to the port: Cocoa Beach Express is the hotel’s exclusive transportation partner. At the time of writing, cruise port shuttles were $10 per person each way, and airport shuttles were $28 per person one way or $50 round trip. Both must be scheduled in advance.
- Good to know: The hotel’s FAQ listed overnight parking at $15 plus 7% a day and extended cruise parking at $12.95 plus 7% a day. Extended cruise parking includes the shuttle for up to four people. The Park and Cruise packages differ: they cover one car for the length of the cruise and the shuttle for two people, with extra riders at $10 one way or $20 round trip. A buffet breakfast is listed among amenities that may cost extra, so check your rate. Pets are $35 each per stay (two maximum).
Best for: Families and groups who want parking, shuttle and a pool sorted in one booking.
2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL
At 9009 Astronaut Boulevard, this 151-room hotel says it is about a mile from the port and lists the cruise port at 0.9 miles. It is the value pick: Choice Hotels lists a free hot breakfast with waffles, a seasonal outdoor pool and a fire pit area. Rooms have microwaves and fridges, and there are family suites with a separate living area.
- Why stay: Free hot breakfast and one of the cheapest port shuttles we found, a short ride from Terminals 1 to 3.
- Getting there / to the port: At last check (February 2026), the cruise shuttle was $9 plus tax per person each way, bookable up to two weeks before your cruise. Airport pickup is available only with the Fly and Stay package, which also includes one-way transport to the cruise terminal. Airport service ends at 6 p.m.
- Good to know: Extended cruise parking was $65 plus tax for up to 5 days or $99 plus tax for up to 10 days, subject to availability and reservable up to two weeks ahead. The hotel lists these under “Cruise Parking & Shuttle Packages” but does not say the shuttle is included, so ask. Overnight guest parking was a separate $10 plus tax a day.
Best for: Budget-minded couples and families who want breakfast included and a cheap ride to the ship.
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3. Residence Inn Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach
The Residence Inn at 8959 Astronaut Boulevard is an all-suite hotel. The county tourism listing says every suite has a full kitchen and separate living, working and sleeping areas. Marriott lists a free hot breakfast, a heated outdoor pool, a whirlpool, a fire pit and grills, an on-site market and guest laundry. The county listing puts the port less than a mile away.
- Why stay: Full kitchens, free breakfast and a scheduled cruise shuttle.
- Getting there / to the port: At last check (an April 2026 capture of Marriott’s page), the cruise shuttle ran at 9:30, 11:30 and 12:30, at $12 per person each way, with round trips available. Marriott said all shuttle bookings were final and non-cancellable. The hotel has no airport shuttle, and Marriott puts Orlando International Airport about 45 miles away.
- Good to know: On-site parking was $10 a day, and Marriott also lists long-term parking, so ask the rate for the length of your cruise. Up to two pets are allowed for a $100 non-refundable fee per stay, and you must be 21 to check in.
Best for: Families who want a kitchen and a fixed shuttle schedule on sailing day.
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4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Cape Canaveral-Cocoa Beach
Homewood Suites at 9000 Astronaut Boulevard is another all-suite option, about a mile from the cruise ships, according to Hilton. The county tourism office lists studio and one-bedroom suites with kitchens that include a full-size refrigerator, a microwave and a two-burner stove. Hilton lists a free hot breakfast, a Tiki Bar, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, and the county listing adds a complimentary Wednesday evening social.
- Why stay: Cruise parking, a port shuttle, free breakfast and a kitchen in one place.
- Getting there / to the port: The county listing describes a Park, Stay and Go package with parking for up to seven nights and shuttle service to your terminal. Hilton also listed a third-party cruise port shuttle at $12 per person (March 2026) and no airport shuttle.
- Good to know: At last check (a March 2026 capture of Hilton’s page), self-parking was $12 a day and cruise parking $12 a night plus tax, with no in-and-out privileges. Pets (dogs and cats only, up to two) are $75 for one to four nights or $125 for five or more. Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check-out at 11 a.m.
Best for: Longer pre-cruise stays and families who want to cook.
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5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Cape Canaveral Cruise Port
Also on Astronaut Boulevard, at number 9004, Home2 Suites is an all-suite hotel. The county tourism listing says it is five minutes from the cruise ships and less than five miles from Cocoa Beach. Hilton lists a free hot buffet breakfast, a zero-entry outdoor pool, the poolside Mission Control Bar and a combined fitness and laundry room.
- Why stay: Modern suites and free breakfast, a short ride from the south-side terminals.
- Getting there / to the port: Hilton lists no airport shuttle, but at last check (June 2026) it listed a third-party cruise port shuttle at $12 per person.
- Good to know: At last check (a June 2026 capture of Hilton’s page), self-parking was $12 a day and cruise parking was $25 a night plus tax. That is more than the port’s own rate, so for a long sailing it can make more sense to park at the terminal. Pets are $75 for one to four nights or $125 for five or more (two maximum). Check-in is at 4 p.m.
Best for: Travelers who want a newer suite and breakfast for a night before sailing.
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6. Hyatt Place Cape Canaveral
The Hyatt Place at 9119 Astronaut Boulevard lists Port Canaveral about a mile away. Its standout is the Altitude360 Sky Bar and Observation Deck on the seventh floor, which Hyatt promotes for its 360-degree views and rocket launch viewing. At the time of writing, the bar’s site listed evening hours from Wednesday to Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday), which may change for weather, launches or private events. You also get an outdoor pool, a fitness center, The Placery and a grab-and-go market.
- Why stay: Modern rooms and a rooftop with views over the port on your last night ashore.
- Getting there / to the port: Hyatt lists overnight self-parking and extended cruise parking but showed no price at our last check (December 2025). We found no published shuttle details, so ask the hotel how to get to your terminal.
- Good to know: Free breakfast is not among the amenities on Hyatt’s page, so check what your rate includes. Pets are welcome for $75 per stay for one to six nights. For launch-focused stays, see our guide to hotels near Kennedy Space Center.
Best for: Couples who want a sunset drink with a view before boarding.
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7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach
The TownePlace Suites at 605 West Central Boulevard, just off Astronaut Boulevard, is one of the newest hotels here; Marriott called it “Cape Canaveral’s newest” all-suite hotel. Suites have kitchens, and the county listing says select suites have balconies with views of the port, rocket launches and the Banana River. Marriott lists a free hot breakfast, an on-site restaurant, the Saturn Lounge bar and an outdoor pool with a whirlpool.
- Why stay: A newer suite, free breakfast and both parking and a shuttle at moderate prices.
- Getting there / to the port: At last check (a May 2026 capture of Marriott’s page), the cruise port shuttle was $10.80 per person each way, booked only at the front desk the night before your cruise. For Orlando International Airport, the hotel pointed to a partner service from $28 per person one way.
- Good to know: Overnight and cruise parking was listed at $12.84 a night (the same page also showed $12 a day for on-site parking, so confirm). Up to two pets of 40 pounds or less are allowed for a $100 non-refundable fee, and you must be 21 to check in.
Best for: Cruisers who want a balcony suite and a simple shuttle booking on arrival.
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8. Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach Cape Canaveral
If you want sand and surf the night before you sail, the Courtyard at 3435 North Atlantic Avenue in Cocoa Beach has direct beach access and is the only beachfront hotel on this list. By our road check it is about 4.5 miles from the south-side terminals and roughly 15 minutes from the north-side terminals. Marriott describes Park & Cruise packages with shuttle service, a poolside Courtyard Cabana Bar and The Bistro for breakfast and dinner with Starbucks coffee.
- Why stay: A real beach night before the cruise, with a shuttle when you book a Park & Cruise package.
- Getting there / to the port: Marriott says the shuttle comes with its Park & Cruise packages. For the airport, the hotel lists Cocoa Beach Shuttle at $45 one way, reservation required, and puts Orlando International Airport about 49 miles away.
- Good to know: At last check (a June 2026 capture of Marriott’s page), parking was $12 a day for in-house guests and $15 a day while you cruise. Breakfast is not free, pets are not allowed, and you must be 21 to check in.
Best for: Couples and families who want the beach and the ocean view before boarding.
How to choose between hotels near Port Canaveral
Compare hotel parking with port parking
The port charges per day, counting your embarkation and return days. Several hotels here charge less, and some include a shuttle. Others charge more, like Home2 Suites at $25 a night at our last check. Ask whether tax is extra and whether the shuttle is included or charged per person; for a family of four, shuttle fees can cancel out the savings.
Check shuttle times against your boarding window
Hotel shuttles run on fixed schedules, like the Residence Inn’s 9:30, 11:30 and 12:30 departures. Make sure one fits your assigned boarding time, and note that some bookings are non-refundable. If timing is tight, drive the few minutes yourself and park at the terminal, which opens for embarkation at 10 a.m.
Think about the return day
With hotel cruise parking, you ride the shuttle back to the hotel for your car before heading to Orlando. If you have an early flight home, terminal parking or a direct transfer is faster.
Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach or Orlando?
Cape Canaveral is closest to the ship. Cocoa Beach, a few miles south, adds the ocean and the pier; our guide to the best hotels in Cocoa Beach covers it. If you are combining a cruise with Walt Disney World or Universal, you may prefer to stay in Orlando and transfer on sailing day. Our guide to getting from Orlando to Port Canaveral compares cruise line transfers, shared shuttles and driving. If you land late, one of the Orlando airport hotels can be a better first night. For the theme parks, start with our overview of where to stay in Orlando.
Book your Cape Canaveral hotel once your cruise is confirmed, because hotel cruise parking is limited and, at some hotels, offered only while spaces last. If you sail in the stormy months, read our Orlando hurricane season guide and choose a refundable rate. Rates vary by season, availability and how far ahead you book.
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at Port Canaveral?
At the time of writing, Port Canaveral charged $20 a day plus tax for cars and RVs. The count includes the day you arrive and the day you return. You pay on entry with a major credit card (no cash), and the port does not take reservations. Parking for embarking passengers opens at 10 a.m. The port says rates can change without notice, so check its parking page before you go.
Which hotels near Port Canaveral have a cruise shuttle?
Among our picks, the Radisson, Country Inn & Suites, Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Homewood Suites and Home2 Suites all published cruise shuttle prices at our last check, from $9 plus tax to $12 per person. The Radisson includes the shuttle for up to four people with its cruise parking, and the Courtyard Cocoa Beach includes one in its Park & Cruise packages. Always book the shuttle in advance.
Is it cheaper to park at a hotel than at the port?
Often, but not always. At our last check, several hotels in this guide charged $12 to $15 a night or day for cruise parking, below the port’s $20 a day plus tax. Home2 Suites charged $25 a night plus tax, which is more. Add any per-person shuttle fees and taxes, and remember that the port charges for both the arrival and return days, before you compare.
How far is Port Canaveral from Orlando International Airport?
The port puts Orlando International Airport about 45 minutes away via SR 528 East, a toll road. Our road check came to about 46 to 48 miles, or roughly an hour without traffic, so allow more time on busy sailing days. You can read about paying tolls in our Orlando toll roads guide. The Disney and Universal areas are about 55 to 70 miles from the terminals by road.
Should I stay in Orlando or near the port before a cruise?
If your flight lands the day before, a night near the port takes the stress out of embarkation day: you are minutes from the terminal and can park with the hotel. If you are visiting the theme parks first, staying in Orlando and transferring on sailing day also works, but leave plenty of time for the drive. Many cruisers split it, with parks first and a final night in Cape Canaveral.
Bottom line
For a smooth embarkation, stay on Astronaut Boulevard in Cape Canaveral, about a mile from the south-side terminals. The Radisson Resort at the Port is the easiest all-in-one choice, Country Inn & Suites is the best value with free breakfast and a cheap shuttle, and the Residence Inn and Homewood Suites suit families who want a kitchen. Compare each hotel’s parking and shuttle costs with the port’s $20 a day plus tax, and for a beach day before sailing, see our guide to beaches near Orlando.
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Sources checked in October 2026: Port Canaveral: Directions and Parking, Port Canaveral: Guest Transportation, Radisson Resort at the Port: Packages and FAQ, Residence Inn Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach (Marriott), Homewood Suites Cape Canaveral-Cocoa Beach (Hilton)