Where to Stay near Port of Long Beach

The best hotels near Port of Long Beach for cruise passengers — how far each one is from the terminal, which publish a cruise shuttle, and where you can leave the car.

8 hotels · researched from public reviews and official sources

Published by CruiseDayGuide · sources checked August 9, 2026

Our pick · FamiliesResidence Inn Long Beach Downtown10 min drive to port · $$

Hotels near Port of Long Beach: distance, park & cruise and parking

Every hotel in this guide, on the facts a booking site leaves out the night before a cruise: how far it is, whether anyone drives you to the ship, and what happens to your car. Columns this port has no answers for are left off rather than filled in.

Hotels near Port of Long Beach: distance, park & cruise and parking
Hotel	To the terminal	Park & cruise package	Parking at the hotel
Residence Inn Long Beach Downtown	To the terminal10 min drive to port	Park & cruiseAdvertised; ask for terms	ParkingAsk about their Stay, Park & Sail package when booking.
The Cove Hotel	To the terminal10 min drive to port	Park & cruiseYes — terms publishedper covelongbeach.com, August 9, 2026	ParkingPark & Cruise: 1 night's stay + free parking for up to 7 nights + terminal shuttle, booked directly with the hotel.
The Maya	To the terminal3 min drive to port	Park & cruiseAdvertised; ask for terms	ParkingSelf-parking available. Ask about cruise parking packages for families.
Hampton Inn Long Beach Airport	To the terminal15 min drive to port	Park & cruiseNo	ParkingFree self-parking for guests. No extended cruise parking.
Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach	To the terminal8 min drive to port	Park & cruiseNo	ParkingSelf-parking in Pike Outlets garage. No long-term cruise parking.
Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown	To the terminal10 min drive to port	Park & cruiseAdvertised; ask for terms	ParkingSelf-parking available. Ask about extended parking for cruise guests.
Fairmont Breakers Long Beach	To the terminal10 min drive to port	Park & cruiseNo	ParkingValet parking available. Self-parking in the hotel garage. No long-term cruise parking.
Hilton Long Beach Hotel	To the terminal8 min drive to port	Park & cruiseNo	ParkingSelf-parking available at the hotel. No long-term cruise parking.

Shuttle and package terms are shown as published only where we read them on the hotel’s own page, with the date we read it. Everywhere else the cell says what the hotel advertises, or that nothing is published — a shuttle you cannot confirm is one you should not plan an embarkation morning around.

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Our pick · Families

Residence Inn Long Beach Downtown

10 min drive to port$$

Why: Suites with full kitchens mean you can make breakfast, store snacks, and spread out with the kids. Ask about their Stay, Park & Sail package when booking. Hot breakfast every morning. Outdoor pool for burning off kid energy before boarding.

All-suite hotel with kitchens and a Stay, Park & Sail package. The family cruise hotel in Long Beach.

Pro tip: Ask about the Stay, Park & Sail package through Marriott's site when you book. The suites are genuinely roomy — pull-out sofas in the living area mean you don't need a second room. Stock the kitchen with road trip snacks from the nearby Vons.

Parking: Ask about their Stay, Park & Sail package when booking.

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The Cove Hotel

Long Beach's original Park & Cruise hotel, with a free shuttle, extended parking and a pool the kids will love.

10 min drive to port$$

Why: Long Beach's original Park & Cruise hotel. Per the hotel's own site: one night's stay, free parking for up to 7 nights while you cruise, and a shuttle to the cruise terminal. Outdoor pool and hot tub, free continental breakfast.

Pro tip: Book the Park & Cruise package directly through the hotel's website — it isn't sold through the room-booking button below. Confirm shuttle times when you check in. The pool and hot tub are a nice bonus the night before.

Parking: Park & Cruise: 1 night's stay + free parking for up to 7 nights + terminal shuttle, booked directly with the hotel.

Per covelongbeach.com, checked 2026-08-09

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The Maya

Heated pool, fire pits and Queen Mary views at a waterfront resort. The fun option for families.

3 min drive to port$$-$$$

Why: The pool area is spectacular for kids — heated pool, lounge chairs, and fire pits with views of the Queen Mary. Latin-inspired design makes it feel like a resort. Fuego restaurant on-site means you don't have to schlep kids to dinner. Closest hotel to the cruise terminal. Now independently operated after a 2026 renovation and rebrand from its former Hilton affiliation.

Pro tip: Ask about welcome amenities for kids at check-in. The fire pits are mesmerizing for little ones at sunset. Ask about connecting rooms if you need extra space. The waterfront location means kids can watch boats and the Queen Mary from the grounds.

Parking: Self-parking available. Ask about cruise parking packages for families.

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Hampton Inn Long Beach Airport

Budget-friendly airport hotel with free breakfast and parking — practical choice for early flights in

15 min drive to port$-$$

Why: Great value for families flying into Long Beach Airport — close to LGB, free hot breakfast, free parking, and clean rooms. Nothing fancy but everything a family needs for one night. The savings compared to downtown hotels can fund a nice dinner out.

Pro tip: Book this if you're flying into LGB the night before. Free breakfast saves you a restaurant stop in the morning. There's no cruise parking package, but one rideshare covers the whole family to the terminal. The pool is small and still enough to cool off.

Parking: Free self-parking for guests. No extended cruise parking.

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Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach

Modern waterfront hotel with a rooftop pool, steps from the Aquarium and family-friendly restaurants.

8 min drive to port$$-$$$

Why: Location is perfect for families — you can walk to the Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Village, and The Pike Outlets from the front door. The rooftop pool is a hit with kids. Modern rooms with enough space for a family of four. Restaurant and shops right downstairs.

Pro tip: Spend the afternoon at the Aquarium (it's literally across the street), let the kids swim at the rooftop pool, then walk to Shoreline Village for dinner. You won't need a car all day, and the cruise terminal is a short rideshare hop.

Parking: Self-parking in Pike Outlets garage. No long-term cruise parking.

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Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown

Dependable Marriott with a pool and easy access to family activities. The safe bet for one night.

10 min drive to port$$

Why: Marriott reliability in a downtown location close to restaurants and activities. Outdoor pool, fitness center, and the Bistro for quick meals. Walkable to Pine Avenue dining. Rooms are clean and comfortable for a family of four.

Pro tip: Good central location if you want to explore downtown Long Beach the evening before. The pool is heated. Ask about cribs and rollaway beds when you book. Quick and easy rideshare to the port in the morning.

Parking: Self-parking available. Ask about extended parking for cruise guests.

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Fairmont Breakers Long Beach

A newly reopened 1926 luxury hotel with a rooftop bar, full spa and old Hollywood glamour, steps from the port.

10 min drive to port$$$

Why: This is Long Beach's crown jewel. A newly restored 1920s beachfront hotel with several restaurants, a full-service spa, a rooftop pool and the legendary Sky Room bar. Walking distance to downtown and the waterfront. If you want to feel like your vacation has already started, this is it.

Pro tip: Book a harbor-view room and you might spot your cruise ship from the window. The Sky Room rooftop bar at sunset is a Long Beach rite of passage. No cruise parking package, but the experience is worth paying for parking separately.

Parking: Valet parking available. Self-parking in the hotel garage. No long-term cruise parking.

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Hilton Long Beach Hotel

Solid business hotel on the World Trade Center campus — nothing flashy but everything works

8 min drive to port$$

Why: Reliable Hilton quality in downtown Long Beach. Walking distance to Pine Avenue restaurants and nightlife. Convention center is next door. Good option if you're earning Hilton points or want something dependable without surprises.

Pro tip: The location on Ocean Blvd is walkable to the best of downtown Long Beach. No cruise-specific packages, but parking is reasonable and the terminal is a cheap rideshare away. The lobby bar is decent for a nightcap.

Parking: Self-parking available at the hotel. No long-term cruise parking.

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