A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and 1 Hotel South Beach takes 5 to 30 minutes in a black SUV or climate-controlled van at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. Your bilingual driver collects your group at the cruise terminal and drives door-to-door to 2341 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. One booking covers the whole party — no surge, no shared ride.
The fare is flat and per vehicle, set the moment you book and chosen by how many passengers are in your group.
A reserved private vehicle is the smoothest way off the ship and over to Miami Beach. The moment you clear the terminal, your driver is already there — no taxi queue, no app wait, no second leg. You pick the vehicle that matches your party: a black SUV for up to 5, a van for 6 to 9, or a larger van for 10 to 14. There is plenty of room for cruise luggage, so suitcases and carry-ons ride with you rather than holding up the trip. From the terminal, the route crosses to Miami Beach and drops you straight at the resort entrance on Collins Avenue — door to door, one vehicle, your group only. Because the trip is direct and private, you skip the multiple stops and detours that come with shared transport, which matters most on a tight disembarkation morning when you have a flight or a check-in clock to beat.
Your vehicle is reserved for your party alone, with a bilingual driver who speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese. The fare is locked at booking, so the price you agree to is the price you pay — no surge, no recalculation for traffic or demand. You ride with no strangers and no extra stops, which keeps the trip predictable from the terminal door to the resort lobby. Booking and coordination happen over direct WhatsApp, so you can confirm details, share your ship name, or send arrival updates straight to a real person instead of an app queue. For cruise passengers stepping off with luggage and a schedule, that combination — a private car, a named driver, and a settled price — turns the busiest part of the day into the easiest. Everything is arranged before you ever set foot on the gangway.
1 Hotel South Beach is an oceanfront resort on Collins Avenue, built around a nature-led design of reclaimed wood, living greenery, and direct sand access. The property runs multiple pools — including a rooftop pool with skyline and ocean views — plus a beach club, a spa, a fitness center, and several restaurants on site. Rooms and suites look out over the Atlantic, and the resort sits within easy reach of Miami Beach’s restaurants, shops, and Art Deco streets. For full details on rooms, dining, and amenities, see the 1 Hotel South Beach official site or check availability through the 1 Hotel South Beach poolside booking page.
The resort leans into a sustainable, biophilic theme — natural materials, plant-filled spaces, and filtered-water taps throughout. Its rooftop pool and beachfront setting make it a destination in itself, while the on-site spa, wellness programming, and farm-to-table dining give arriving cruise guests plenty to do without leaving the property after a long day at sea.
The hotel opens right onto South Beach, so the Atlantic, the boardwalk, and the lifeguard stands are steps away. Within a short walk you reach Lincoln Road’s shopping promenade, Ocean Drive’s Art Deco landmarks, and dozens of cafés and restaurants. The Miami Beach neighborhood around the resort is walkable, lively, and easy to explore on foot once you are settled in.
The ride runs between 5 and 30 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact streets your driver uses to reach Collins Avenue. Off-peak, the crossing to Miami Beach moves quickly and lands near the short end of that range. The long end shows up on busy disembarkation mornings, when several ships clear customs at once and terminal exits and the bridges toward the beach back up. Time of day matters too: midday and early afternoon tend to flow better than the morning debark rush. Your driver watches conditions and chooses the cleanest path on the day, so the estimate flexes with reality rather than locking you into one fixed number. Whatever the traffic does, the fare does not move — the price was settled at booking, so a slower morning never changes what you pay.
Pick the tier that matches your party size:
Your rate covers the whole ride with no add-ons hidden at the curb. Tolls, SunPass, and fuel are all built into the price. An onboard WiFi hotspot keeps your group connected the moment you leave the terminal. The first child seat is free for a child under 5; each additional child seat carries an extra fee confirmed at booking, so let us know your seat count ahead of time. Small pets are welcome with advance notice over WhatsApp, traveling in a pet carrier. Anything beyond these inclusions — extra child seats being the main example — is simply confirmed in advance so there are no surprises on the day, and your driver and vehicle are dedicated to your party for the entire trip from terminal to resort.
Payment is split so you only commit half up front. You can pay by Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent through WhatsApp or our website.
Daytime hours run 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and any trip inside that window carries no surcharge. Rides that fall outside those hours — early pre-dawn pickups or late-evening arrivals — add a small surcharge to the flat fare:
Nothing on your end — your driver tracks the ship’s arrival and adjusts the pickup time automatically, with no penalty if you dock late. Send your sailing details over WhatsApp when you book, and the pickup re-times itself to your real disembarkation. The flat fare stays exactly as agreed.
Your driver waits curb-side right at the cruise terminal and greets your group as you exit. Ask for a name sign over WhatsApp before you arrive and they will hold it up so you spot them fast. From there it is a few steps to the vehicle and a direct ride to Collins Avenue — no app, no hunting for a pickup zone.
Yes — disembarkation mornings are exactly what this service is built for. Book ahead with your ship name, and the driver plans around your debark window so the vehicle is ready when you step off. Mornings with several ships in port run busier, so the earlier you confirm your time, the smoother the handoff at the terminal.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person — your entire group rides for the one flat price tied to your vehicle tier above. A family of five in the SUV pays the same flat SUV fare whether it is one traveler or five. A round trip is just double the one-way, and the price never splits by headcount.
Small pets ride along with advance notice on WhatsApp, carried in a pet carrier. For little ones, the first child seat is free for a child under 5; any additional child seat carries an extra fee confirmed when you book. Tell us your pet and seat needs ahead of time so the right vehicle is set up before you land.
A more coordinated, premium service — flat fare, named driver, cruise-terminal pickup — at a significantly lower total cost than Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate locked at booking | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | Black SUV reserved for your group | Driver’s own car | Driver’s own car |
| Cruise terminal meet-and-greet | Driver waits at the terminal with your name | Curbside only after you book | Curbside only after you book |
| Ship arrival tracking | Yes — free re-timing if your ship docks late | No — you re-book if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed |
One booking, one coordinated pickup, significantly lower cost than an Uber Black or Lyft Lux surge.
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Lock in your private ride to or from the port now. Message us with your ship name, sailing date, party size, and pickup time, and we will confirm your vehicle and hold your flat fare. Reserve early so your driver is ready the moment you step onto the pier.
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We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance. For holidays and busier weekends, please book ahead to ensure better availability.
Yes, we accept bookings from anywhere in the world. We accept international payments and keep travelers updated via WhatsApp and email.
No. We only work with reservations made in advance. We recommend booking at least four hours ahead; same-day service is subject to availability and is not guaranteed.
Yes. To confirm your reservation, we ask for a 50% down payment on bookings under $199 USD and 30% on bookings of $200 USD or more.
No. To reserve and secure the vehicle, you need to send a 50% deposit through our payment link or via Zelle. The remaining balance can be paid in cash when the driver arrives.
No. In addition to the airport, we also serve hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private addresses.
We work with XL SUVs for smaller groups, vans for 12 and 14 passengers, and full-size buses with capacity for 40 to 54 people — ideal for large events.
Yes. We serve weddings, corporate conferences, VIP events, and other special occasions. Contact us for a custom quote.
Some vehicles in our fleet are equipped with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Let us know in advance if this is essential, and we’ll book a vehicle that meets your needs.
No. We only work with private transfers. The vehicle is reserved exclusively for you and your party, with no shared seating.
No problem. We track your flight in real time and adjust the pickup time when needed, at no extra charge.
Send us the updated information as soon as possible, and we’ll adjust your booking while monitoring the new flight status.
We primarily work with curbside pickup. Just send a message with your exit gate and the driver will arrive in a few minutes — usually faster than the traditional sign-holding service.
If you prefer the driver to wait inside the terminal with a sign bearing your name, we can also arrange that service for $20
The day before your trip, we’ll send you a message with the driver’s name, vehicle model, and license plate, along with detailed instructions for curbside pickup.
Don’t worry. We’ll send you a message as soon as your flight lands. If we don’t receive a quick reply, the driver will automatically head to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll find you; we never leave a passenger behind.
For domestic flights, we offer up to 60 minutes of wait time after arrival.
For international flights, the courtesy time is up to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace period.
For port pickups, we wait up to 60 minutes past the agreed time.
This rarely happens, since we already include two free hours of wait time. If you’re still inside the airport after that, the ride may be considered a no-show. You can also request additional wait time, at a cost of US$ 30 per extra 30-minute block, paid in cash directly to the driver.
Yes. Our drivers help load and unload your bags.
The standard allowance includes one large suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Traveling with larger or additional items — extra suitcases, musical instruments, mobility equipment, or strollers? Contact us in advance so we can arrange the necessary space. An additional fee may apply.
Yes. Small pets are accepted, as long as they stay in a secure carrier. Please let us know in advance.
Yes. We include one free child car seat for children under five. If you need an extra seat, request it in advance; the cost is US$ 15.
We ask that you don’t eat during the trip. Only water in sealed bottles is allowed on board.
Unscheduled stops aren’t included in the base rate. However, if a short, nearby stop is arranged in advance, we can try to accommodate it. A small fee may apply based on the additional time.
Yes. Give us at least 24 hours’ notice and, depending on availability, we’ll adjust your pickup time.
No. The quoted price is the final price — no hidden fees. Driver gratuity is optional and at your discretion; it’s always welcome.
Nos sorprendió para bien: esperando en el punto acordado, se notó la experiencia y la educación, el proceso de reserva fue directo.
Wedding venue arrival was right on schedule. No notes.
Tudo perfeito. Sem ligação atrás de ligação, sem confusão no embarque.
Excelente serviço. tirou o estresse do dia do embarque.
Recomiendo. Bien hecho. A tiempo.