Balcony at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge; sunset
  • On Mar 8, 2025
    Shayla from AB Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi looking for a hotel to stay at before our cruise takes off at port canaveral. Is there a Disney hotel that has transportation to the port?

    Hey there! Hi there! Ahoy there, Shayla! Disney on land and at sea is my absolute favorite way to vacation, so I am glad to meet you at planDisney and talk about ways to make your dreams come true.

    If you are sailing with Captains Mickey and Minnie, you have a few hotel options for a pre-cruise hotel stay.  You can book transportation to Port Canaveral from any Disney Resorts Collection hotel or the Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport. Now, you know my choice would be a Disney resort with a day (or two... or more) at a theme park before my cruise. At Animal Kingdom Lodge last month, I left my suitcase with Bell Services for time at Magic Kingdom before my flight home. They were arranging all the bags with those glorious Disney Cruise Line luggage tags. While I am never sad about a day with Cinderella Castle in sight, the line where sky meets the sea called me. I really wanted to chase that horizon.

    The Hyatt is another great option if you are flying into Orlando International Airport. You pick up your luggage at Baggage Claim and the hotel is just an escalator ride away. There are so many restaurants, and even a Disney Store, right outside your hotel room door. 

    With any of these hotels, you will get directions on where to meet your bus and leave your luggage, like those bags at Bell Services. One of the best features of using Disney transportation is boarding the bus with only your carry-on bags, and your checked luggage automagically appears outside your stateroom later in the afternoon. Disney Cruise Line Pixie Dust before you even board the ship!

    You can call Disney Cruise Line to add a hotel stay and ground transportation to your cruise plans. 

    Shayla, if you have any other questions as you prepare for time at the Most Magical Place on Earth or aboard the most magical ship at sea, cruise back by planDisney. We're here for you!

    See and SEA 'Ya Real Soon!
    Jana
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Meet the Panelist: Jana, Georgia

Hi, everyone! I’m Jana, a Disney-loving wife and mom from Atlanta. My boys (my husband and sons) are the greatest joys in my life. We have so many magical memories from our vacations at Walt Disney World Resort and aboard Disney Cruise Line. I welcome the chance to share my knowledge and advice in helping you plan your visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Learn More About Jana

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