We did Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Marina and liked the location. You can see the Cruise ships on the docks and can walk to the Water Taxi, or just stroll down the docks and check out the Private Yachts. We got a shuttle from there to the Cruise Port. About a 5 minute ride.Hello all! We are taking a Royal Caribbean cruise out of Fort Lauderdale and am looking for suggestions for a hotel the night before? Thanks in advance!!!