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What does Park By The Ports cost compared with the Port Everglades garages?
ParkingAccess showed Park By The Ports at $8.99 a day on every date checked on September 14 and 15, 2026, and a 7-night sailing from September 26 to October 3 came to $95.13 with taxes and fees. Port Everglades charges up to $20 a day in its garages and lots, so the same 7 nights can cost up to $140. That is $44.87 less on a 7-night trip and $4.78 less on a 3-night trip.
Park By The Ports prints no fixed daily rate; its booking form quotes by date. ParkingAccess had only 2 quotes for this lot from June 17 to September 15, 2026, too few for a median, so the table uses live prices for specific sailings. Rates change by date.
| Option | Price | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Park By The Ports, rate printed on parkbytheports.com | Not published; quoted by date in its booking form | parkbytheports.com, September 15, 2026 |
| Park By The Ports on ParkingAccess, daily rate | $8.99 a day on every date tested | ParkingAccess live prices, September 14 and 15, 2026 |
| Park By The Ports on ParkingAccess, 3 nights (Sep 18 to 21, 4 days charged) | $55.22 with taxes and fees | ParkingAccess live prices, September 15, 2026 |
| Park By The Ports on ParkingAccess, 7 nights (Sep 26 to Oct 3, 8 days charged) | $95.13 with taxes and fees | ParkingAccess live prices, September 15, 2026 |
| Port Everglades garages and lots, standard vehicle | $20 daily maximum | porteverglades.net, checked September 14, 2026 |
| Port Everglades, 3 nights | Up to $60 (3 x $20) | Arithmetic on the published maximum |
| Port Everglades, 7 nights | Up to $140 (7 x $20) | Arithmetic on the published maximum |
| Port Everglades, oversized vehicle | $25 daily maximum, up to $175 for 7 nights (7 x $25) | porteverglades.net, checked September 14, 2026 |
| Park By The Ports shuttle, passengers 5 and up | $10 each, round trip; a party of 6 adds $20 | parkbytheports.com, September 15, 2026 |
Two cautions. The ParkingAccess quote for a 7-night sailing charged 8 days, while Port Everglades starts each daily rate when you pull the ticket. And Park By The Ports' FAQ says port parking is $25-30 per day, above the $20 daily maximum the port publishes for standard vehicles; this page uses the port's figure.
How does the Park By The Ports shuttle reach your Port Everglades terminal?
Park By The Ports runs shuttles to the curbside of all eight Port Everglades cruise terminals on cruise days from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, about every 15 to 30 minutes. The lot is 3.9 miles in a straight line from the port point ParkingAccess measures to, and the operator says the ride to the security checkpoint takes about 8 to 10 minutes. It does not serve the Balearia ferry.
The shuttle covers the first 4 people in your party, and each extra passenger pays $10 round trip. For a bigger group, the operator suggests dropping everyone at the terminal before you park.
Arrival at Park By The Ports
- Drive to 100 Fronton Blvd., Dania Beach, FL 33004, the northeast corner of the Casino @ Dania Beach parking lot. The operator suggests I-595 to US-1 to avoid train delays.
- Pull up to the white tent and unload passengers and bags before you park.
- Check in at the orange trailer with your reservation. Staff give you a return ticket and a vehicle tag and put your luggage on the shuttle.
- Park the car yourself and keep your keys.
- Ride the shuttle to your terminal. Arrive at least one hour before your boarding time, since no shuttle runs before 7:00 AM or after 2:00 PM.
Return from the ship
- Walk off early with your own luggage if you can. Port Everglades says passengers typically debark between 7 and 9 AM.
- Request your shuttle with the link Park By The Ports sent to your phone and email at check-in. You do not need to call.
- Go to your terminal's pickup spot in the table below and look for an orange Park By The Ports shuttle.
- Expect a shuttle about every 20 to 30 minutes from 7:00 to 9:00 AM, then about every 40 to 50 minutes until 11:00 AM.
- Back at the lot, check your car before you drive away. The operator says any claims must be made before leaving the facility.
| Terminal | Where to meet the Park By The Ports shuttle | Port Everglades parking for that terminal |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Turn left out of the building and cross to the open lot where the vans park | Heron Garage, 1,818 spaces, bridge to Terminal 2 |
| 4 | Turn left and wait on the sidewalk, where you were dropped off | Heron Garage |
| 18 | Head right to the shuttle pickup, where you were dropped off | Lot C, 600 spaces |
| 19 | Walk left and wait under the blue tarps, across from drop-off | Palm Garage, 1,966 spaces |
| 21 | Walk right, where you were dropped off | Palm Garage |
| 25 | Walk right and wait by the corner, where you were dropped off | Palm Garage |
| 26 | Walk right, where you were dropped off | Palm Garage |
| 29 | Walk straight out and wait under the blue tarps | Palm Garage |
What do ParkingAccess customers say about Park By The Ports?
ParkingAccess customers left 9 verified reviews of Park By The Ports, and all 9 gave 5 stars, for an average of 5.0. The reviews run from November 2023 to February 2025. The most common praise is a smooth transfer to the port and back, mentioned in 6 of the 9.
- February 2025, 5 stars: "Great service with extremely nice folks who ensure your transfer to the port and back runs smoothly."
- December 2023, 5 stars: "Good location secure and good prompt service."
- December 2023, 5 stars: "Everything went very smoothly to the boat and back"
- November 2023, 5 stars: "Great experience in both getting us to the cruise port and returning us to the parking lot upon our return."
Good themes: the ride to the ship and back (6 reviews), friendly staff and drivers (4) and repeat customers (2). Bad themes: none; no ParkingAccess customer gave fewer than 5 stars. The limits: the newest review is from February 2025. ParkingAccess booking data shows an average booked stay of 8.5 days.
What are the Park By The Ports rules on cancellation, RVs, keys and payment?
Park By The Ports gives a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival, and its terms say later cancellations forfeit the payment. It bans RVs and boat trailers, lets you keep your keys, and requires full payment by major credit card for reservations on its site. All vehicles are parked at the owner's risk.
| Rule | What Park By The Ports publishes |
|---|---|
| Cancellation | Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled arrival for a full refund, including same-day bookings. Changes are allowed up to 24 hours before check-in, but the rate may change. |
| Keys | Self parking. You keep your keys. |
| Vehicle size | No RVs or boat trailers. The operator points RV drivers to Rodeway Inn, Red Carpet Inn and 595 Truck Stop. No other size limit is published. |
| Payment | Full payment with a major credit card for reservations on parkbytheports.com. |
| Walk-ups | A reservation is not required, but drivers without an online reservation pay more, and the lot sells out in peak travel periods. |
| Hours | The lot operates 24/7 with cameras. The call center at 954.727.5566 is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Ext. 3 for reservations). |
| Damage claims | Vehicles are parked at the owner's risk, and claims must be made before you leave the facility. |
| Covered parking | Not published. The FAQ describes a paved, professionally managed lot. |
These rules are published for reservations made on parkbytheports.com. If you book through ParkingAccess, read the cancellation terms before you pay.
Who should skip Park By The Ports and park at Port Everglades instead?
Skip Park By The Ports if you drive an RV, sail on the Balearia ferry, or need a shuttle before 7:00 AM or after 2:00 PM. Port Everglades' own garages and lots charge up to $20 a day, take no reservations, and sit within walking distance of the terminals. Groups larger than 4 should also run the numbers, since each extra passenger pays $10.
| Situation | Why | What to book instead |
|---|---|---|
| You drive an RV or tow a boat trailer | Park By The Ports prohibits both. | Port Everglades oversized parking for vehicles up to 24 feet, $25 daily maximum. Compare options in the Port Everglades parking guide on ParkingAccess. |
| You sail on Balearia | The shuttle does not serve the Balearia ferry. | A Port Everglades garage or lot, $20 daily maximum. |
| Your group has 6 or more people | Passengers 5 and 6 add $20 round trip. | Drop the group at the terminal first, as the operator suggests, or park at the port garage for your terminal. |
| You want to walk to the ship | The lot is 3.9 miles straight-line from the port. | Heron Garage for Terminals 2 and 4, with an elevated passenger bridge to Terminal 2, or Palm Garage for Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29. |
| You must arrive before 7:00 AM or after 2:00 PM on sailing day | No shuttle runs outside those hours. | Port Everglades garages and lots, paid on site. |
| You qualify for the disabled parking fee waiver | Port Everglades waives its fees under Florida Statute 316.1964 for Disabled Veteran plates from any state, Florida Toll Exemption Permits and modified vehicles. | The port garage or lot for your terminal. |
Port parking has its own catch: Port Everglades says every vehicle must leave once debarkation ends on the return morning, and it does not accept reservations or prepayment.
What else do cruisers ask about Park By The Ports at Port Everglades?
Most questions are about price, reservations and one-way trips. Each answer uses sources checked in September 2026.
Is Park By The Ports a good choice for a Port Everglades cruise?
ParkingAccess reviews are uniformly positive: 9 verified reviews, all 5 stars, from November 2023 to February 2025. On the dates ParkingAccess checked it cost $8.99 a day, under the port's $20 daily maximum, and you keep your keys. It fits poorly for RVs, Balearia passengers and groups larger than 4.
How much does it cost to park at Port Everglades?
Port Everglades charges a $20 daily maximum for standard vehicles and $25 for oversized vehicles in its garages and lots, with $4 for up to 1 hour. Park By The Ports showed $8.99 a day on ParkingAccess, and a September 26 to October 3 stay came to $95.13 with taxes and fees.
Do I need a reservation at Park By The Ports?
No, but the operator says drivers without an online reservation pay more, and the lot sells out in peak travel periods. Port Everglades itself does not accept parking reservations or prepayment.
Where can I park near the Port Everglades cruise terminals?
Port Everglades runs the Heron Garage for Terminals 2 and 4, the Palm Garage for Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29, and Lot C next to Terminal 18, all at a $20 daily maximum. Park By The Ports sits 3.9 miles away in a straight line, with a shuttle to all eight terminals.
Does Park By The Ports have a lot at PortMiami or Port Canaveral?
No. The operator says its only location is in the Fort Lauderdale area serving Port Everglades cruises, at 100 Fronton Blvd. in Dania Beach. The same lot runs airport shuttles to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
Can I fly into FLL and use Park By The Ports for my cruise?
Yes. The operator supports airport-to-cruise and cruise-to-airport return trips and runs airport shuttles on demand 24/7. Select your return method when you book and confirm it at the orange trailer at check-in.
Where do the facts about Park By The Ports on this page come from?
Operator rules and shuttle details come from parkbytheports.com, and port rates come from porteverglades.net. Prices, bookings and reviews come from ParkingAccess booking data, which has no public link.
- Home page, Park By The Ports (parkbytheports.com)
- Port Everglades Cruise Parking, Park By The Ports (parkbytheports.com)
- Port Everglades Cruise Parking FAQs, Park By The Ports (parkbytheports.com)
- Port Everglades Cruise Parking Process, Park By The Ports (parkbytheports.com)
- Terms and Conditions, Park By The Ports (parkbytheports.com)
- Cruise Parking, Port Everglades (porteverglades.net)
- Parking Rates, Port Everglades (porteverglades.net)
- Disabled Parking, Port Everglades (porteverglades.net)
