Table of Contents
- Economy Hotels
- Affordable Lodging & Smart Attendee Savings
- Value Amenities Included
- Strategic Location Benefits
- 17th Street & Beach Proximity Value Stays
- Walkable 17th Street Hotels
- Beach-Proximity Value Stays
- Top Money-Saving Tips for Convention Attendees
- Airport Corridor & Highway Value Hotels
- FLL Airport & US-1 Corridor Value Options
- Airport Corridor Economy
- Group & Crew Room Blocks
- Search & Book Budget Accommodations
- Book Budget & Economy Rooms
- Google Budget Hotel Search
- Dining & Parking Logistics
Economy Hotels
Affordable Lodging & Smart Attendee Savings
Value Amenities Included
- Free Hot Breakfast: Save on morning dining with complimentary breakfast bars.
- Free Wi-Fi: High-speed internet included in all standard guest rooms.
- No Resort Fees: Economy properties eliminate high nightly amenity surcharges.
- Free Airport Shuttles: Airport corridor properties offer scheduled FLL pickups.
Maximize Your Travel Budget
Strategic Location Benefits
- Walkable 17th St: Walk to sessions and avoid the $20/day garage parking fee.
- Fast Casual Dining: Steps from affordable dining plazas and supermarkets.
- US-1 Corridor: Quick 5-to-8-minute Uber/Lyft ride straight to the main gates.
- Exhibitor Crews: Multi-bed layouts lower team lodging expenses.
Save on Transit & Parking
17th Street & Beach Proximity Value Stays
Walkable 17th Street Hotels
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites: High-value modern rooms, free hot Express Start breakfast, fitness center, and an 8-minute walk (0.4 miles) to the convention hall.
- Extended Stay America Suites: Full in-room kitchens with stovetops and refrigerators, providing exceptional multi-night value for trade show staging crews.
Walk to Sessions & Dining
Beach-Proximity Value Stays
- Best Western Plus Oceanside Inn: Located just south of Las Olas on Seabreeze Blvd; steps from Fort Lauderdale Beach while keeping nightly rates budget-friendly.
- Bahia Mar DoubleTree by Hilton: Exceptional coastal value on A1A with direct skywalk access to the sands, only 5 minutes from the center.
Affordable Oceanfront Access
Opting for an economy or select-service hotel on the 17th Street Causeway corridor provides significant savings without sacrificing convenience. You remain surrounded by budget-friendly dining options (Chipotle, Panera Bread, Quarterdeck, Publix Deli) and pharmacies for personal supplies.
Top Money-Saving Tips for Convention Attendees
- Book Outside Peak Holidays: Trade show room rates fluctuate based on cruise ship turnaround days (Fridays through Sundays); booking mid-week stays yields the lowest rates.
- Utilize Free Shuttles: Choose airport corridor hotels offering free shuttles to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
- Look for In-Room Kitchens: Properties like Extended Stay America allow teams to prepare meals in-room to reduce daily per diems.
Airport Corridor & Highway Value Hotels
FLL Airport & US-1 Corridor Value Options
Airport Corridor Economy
- Best Western Airport/Cruise Port: Clean, reliable lodging with free airport shuttle service and complimentary hot breakfast.
- Days Inn Airport North: Low-cost option situated along State Road 84 and I-95.
- Comfort Suites FLL Airport: All-suite value property with sleeper sofas and free shuttles.
- Transfer Time: 8-to-10-minute drive straight to the convention floor.
Lowest Nightly Rates
Group & Crew Room Blocks
- Double Queen Rooms: Ideal for sharing rooms among event staff and exhibitors.
- Direct Highway Access: Quick access to I-595 and I-95 for regional travel.
- Free Shuttle Hotels: View all properties offering airport & cruise port transfers.
- Extended Stay Discounts: Discounted weekly rates available for staging teams.
Reliable Corporate Savings
Search & Book Budget Accommodations
Book Budget & Economy Rooms
Google Budget Hotel Search
Compare live room rates and filter for the best discounts and budget hotels near the convention center.
Check Live Discount Rates
Dining & Parking Logistics
Explore affordable dining along 17th Street Causeway or review parking garage payment options.
Plan Your Full Budget Stay
Value Traveler Tip: If booking for a major show like the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) or Home Design Show, economy hotels along the 17th Street corridor sell out 3 to 6 months in advance. Booking with flexible cancellation policies ensures you lock in early-bird rates before local demand surges.