3 Takes Travel

Our stay at Resort at the Port was very much a “right place, right purpose” experience. The biggest advantage – and the reason most families choose it – is the location. Being so close to the cruise terminals, along with the convenient shuttle service, made embarkation day significantly easier, especially when traveling with multiple generations and plenty of luggage. From a logistics standpoint, it does exactly what you need it to do.

The resort itself is quite large, which comes with a few trade-offs. Depending on where your room is located, the walk to the lobby and pool can be a bit of a trek, particularly for grandparents or younger kids. It’s also worth noting that all room entrances are exterior and there are no elevators, which may factor into planning for some families.

Rooms have been updated, and we appreciated the refreshed interiors, but overall the property has a dated, past-its-prime feel that comes through in the layout and common areas. Functionally fine, but not especially polished. We also noticed that the rooms were not well soundproofed – with exterior hallways, it was easy to hear conversations, kids running, and general activity outside, which could be frustrating at times. The wooden shutters as the only window covering also let in quite a bit of light, something to keep in mind for lighter sleepers or young children on early schedules.

Dining was another mixed area. While there is an on-site restaurant, during the off-season options were very limited, often reduced to the pool bar with restricted hours. The main restaurant, unfortunately, did not stand out – we experienced slow service, bland food, and pricing that didn’t match the quality, making it one we wouldn’t prioritize on a return visit.

That said, the pool area was a highlight, especially for younger travelers. Despite visiting during an unusually cold and windy January, Captain Go-Go was determined to swim – and the large pool, waterfalls, and spacious layout made it a fun and engaging space. One unexpected element was a DJ playing poolside music most of the time. While not inherently a negative, it felt overly loud given the quieter, off-season atmosphere, particularly when only a handful of families were using the space.

Service overall was adequate but unremarkable – staff were neither particularly warm nor unfriendly, but didn’t go out of their way to elevate the experience.

In the end, this is a practical, convenience-driven stay. If your priority is a smooth and easy transition to your cruise, it delivers. If you’re looking for a fully immersive, high-end resort experience, it may fall short.