A private ride to or from Port of Miami and Hotel Beaux Arts, Autograph Collection takes about 10 to 30 minutes by black SUV or climate-controlled van, at a flat rate from $80 per vehicle. The hotel sits at 255 Biscayne Boulevard Way in the Brickell/Downtown Miami area. Your bilingual driver meets the group at the cruise terminal and drives door to door.
Fares are flat and per vehicle, locked when you book and never raised for traffic, demand, or the size of your cruise group.
Reserving a private vehicle in advance is the smoothest way off the ship and over to the hotel. You pick the tier that fits your party: a black SUV for up to five travelers, or a van for groups of six to nine or ten to fourteen. After you clear the terminal, the driver is waiting curbside, ready to load your cruise luggage and pull straight out toward Brickell — no taxi line, no waiting for a shared ride to fill. There is plenty of room for suitcases, carry-ons, and the bags that always seem to multiply on a cruise. Booking is done over WhatsApp: you send your ship name, arrival date, and group size, and the trip is confirmed with a flat fare before you ever board. On the day you disembark, you simply walk out and ride straight to the door at 255 Biscayne Boulevard Way.
A dedicated vehicle reserved for your party is the core of this service. You never share the cabin with strangers and never wait for other riders to load. The fare is fixed at booking, so the number you agree to is the number you pay — peak hours and heavy demand do not move it. Your driver is bilingual, speaking English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which makes coordinating pickup easy when you step off an international sailing. Because cruise schedules slip, the driver watches your ship’s debark time and adjusts the pickup window instead of leaving you stranded at the curb. You also stay in direct contact over WhatsApp from the moment you book through the moment you are dropped off, so there is always a real person to reach. The result is a calmer arrival built specifically around the rhythm of getting off a cruise ship.
Plan on roughly 10 to 30 minutes between the cruise terminal and Hotel Beaux Arts. Off-peak, when the causeways and downtown streets are clear, the run is usually near the short end, around 10 to 15 minutes. The longer end shows up on heavy disembarkation mornings, when several ships empty at once and traffic stacks up leaving PortMiami and crossing into Brickell. Rain, rush hour, and large events downtown can also nudge the trip toward the half-hour mark. Because the route is short and stays close to the water and the downtown core, even a slow day rarely stretches much past 30 minutes. Your driver knows which approach into Brickell is moving and routes around the worst of it. The flat fare does not change no matter which way the clock runs, so a longer drive on a busy morning costs you exactly what was quoted.
Pick the tier by headcount, leading with the SUV for smaller parties.
Hotel Beaux Arts, Autograph Collection occupies the upper floors of a glass tower at 255 Biscayne Boulevard Way, on the edge of Brickell and Downtown Miami beside Biscayne Bay. The location puts you a short stroll from waterfront promenades, the financial district’s restaurants, and the bridge over to the Brickell core. You can read more on the official Hotel Beaux Arts Overview page before you travel.
The hotel works well as a pre- or post-cruise stay because it sits just minutes from the terminals while feeling like a quiet retreat above the city. Suites look out over the bay and skyline, and the boutique feel suits travelers winding down after a sailing. You can compare layouts on the official Hotel Beaux Arts Room Options page.
Within easy reach you have the open-air shops and dining at Brickell City Centre, the waterside walkways along Biscayne Bay, and the markets and boat tours over at Bayside. Museum Park, with its science center and art museum, sits just across the boulevard. The Brickell area itself is packed with rooftop bars, coffee spots, and restaurants steps from the hotel door.
Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the quoted fare, so the price you book is the price you pay end to end — there is nothing extra to settle at the booth or the pump. The ride is private to your party, with curbside terminal pickup and door-to-door drop-off. A few add-ons are arranged in advance over WhatsApp rather than assumed, and a small number of items sit outside the rate.
Yes — each vehicle carries onboard WiFi through a mobile hotspot, so you can message family, check your hotel reservation, or pull up your booking the moment you leave the terminal. It is handy right after a cruise, when ship WiFi switches off and you need to reconnect.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, traveling inside a proper pet carrier for the ride. Let the team know when you book so the right vehicle is assigned and the driver expects your companion at the curb.
The first child seat for a child under five is free when you request it at booking. Each additional child seat carries a small extra fee, confirmed when you reserve, so families traveling with several little ones know the arrangement before the trip day.
Payment is handled through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent over WhatsApp or the website. A round trip is simply double the one-way fare. You confirm your booking with a 50% deposit up front, and the remaining 50% goes to the driver on the day of the trip. Everything is agreed in writing before you sail, so there are no surprises when you step off the ship.
Half the fare secures your reservation at the time of booking. The other half is paid directly to your driver on trip day, in person. This split locks your vehicle and pickup window in advance while keeping the balance simple to settle once the ride is complete.
Standard daytime hours with no surcharge run from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Trips that fall outside that window carry a small surcharge to cover off-hours service.
Your pickup re-times automatically at no extra cost. The driver tracks your ship’s debark status from terminal updates, so if your arrival slips, the pickup window shifts with it. You do not re-book or pay again for the delay. Just keep your WhatsApp handy and walk out when you clear — the vehicle will be there.
Yes — you can book the return alongside your arrival in one reservation. A round trip is simply double the one-way fare for your vehicle tier, with the same flat pricing applied each way. Reserving both legs at once locks in your departure ride so you are not arranging a pickup at the last minute before re-boarding.
The driver waits curbside right at your terminal and meets the group as you exit. Request a name sign in advance on WhatsApp and the driver will hold it up so you spot them quickly. Once you reach the curb, bags go in and you head straight to the hotel.
Yes — disembarkation-day pickups are exactly what this service is built for. Share your ship name and debark date when you book, and the driver plans around your scheduled exit time. Even on busy mornings with several ships unloading, your private vehicle is reserved and waiting for your group.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person. Your whole party rides for the single price listed above for the chosen tier, whether that is two travelers in the SUV or a dozen in the larger van. There is no per-head charge added on top.
Yes — each vehicle leaves room for the suitcases and carry-ons that come off a cruise. Choose the tier that fits your headcount and the driver loads everything at the curb. If your group is large or heavily packed, mention it on WhatsApp so the right-sized vehicle is assigned.
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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Reserve your private transfer before you sail and step off the ship straight into a waiting vehicle. Send your ship name, arrival date, group size, and whether you want a one-way or round trip, and your flat fare is confirmed in writing. Message us anytime to book or ask a question.
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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.
Reservei tranquilo. Desembarque rápido. Veículo impecável. Trajeto silencioso.
Top de linha. não precisei pensar, só entrar no carro e chegar, e mesmo com trânsito a rota fez sentido.
Nuestro grupo de seis, trato cordial desde el primer momento, el wifi funcionó, los chicos se entretuvieron en el camino.
Cheguei na noite antes do cruzeiro, mais um traslado ao porto tranquilo, por isso voltei. acompanharam a chegada do nosso navio sem precisar pedir. Recomendação fácil.
After a long day of travel with the kids, kind and attentive throughout. no surprise tolls, no upselling, just the ride. Saved it for next time.