You’ve booked the cruise. The countdown has begun. But before you start dreaming about piña coladas and ocean breezes, there’s one more step to ensure smooth sailing: booking the right hotel near your cruise port. Whether you’re flying in from across the country or just want to avoid traffic stress on embarkation day, a pre-cruise hotel stay can make all the difference. In this Hotel Reservation guide, we’ll show you how to pick the perfect place to stay, save money, and cruise off into the sunset feeling rested—not rushed.