A private cruise transfer to or from Port of Miami and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG runs about 153.7 miles in 159–170 minutes via I-595, at a flat rate from $350 per vehicle — a reserved black SUV with a bilingual chauffeur, luggage help, and pickup right at your ship’s own terminal.
Each rate below covers the whole vehicle one way, to or from the cruise terminals — never per person, never surge-priced.
Book the ride before you dock and disembarkation becomes the easy part: your reserved black SUV meets you at the terminal and runs straight to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG, no stops.
The chauffeur loads the bags at the terminal curb and takes I-595, so the roughly 153.7 miles to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG is a single, direct leg.
The booking terms fit on one hand — deposit, balance, refund window, done.
Estero Island and Lovers Key State Park sit within easy reach of the stay, with Matanzas Pass and Bowditch Point Park also nearby in Fort Myers Beach.
On a run this long the difference between a packed shuttle and your own vehicle is the whole day: you set the departure, the pace, and the playlist.
If your itinerary includes MIA or FLL, ask for the airport leg when you message us: same vehicles, same flat pricing, one coordinated plan for the day.
Choose by headcount and luggage — every option is private and runs direct between the terminals and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG.
Child safety seats are part of the service:
Estero Island keeps it barefoot — wide sand, the Times Square pier district, and dolphin-filled passes at either end.
For rooms, parking, and check-in questions, the property itself is the source — see Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG’s official page.
Courtesy wait time is included on every booking:
For a clean, surprise-free total, here is what stays outside the quoted price:
Every booking gets its own vehicle and chauffeur — a higher level of service built around your sailing, not a pooled shuttle making the rounds.
Budget 159 to 170 minutes between Port of Miami and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG, depending on the hour.
Disembarkation mornings stack up fast at the terminal exits; your driver is staged before you clear the hall, so the wait is theirs, not yours, and I-595 does the rest.
For the whole vehicle. The flat rate above covers your entire group one way — it does not increase per passenger.
Roughly 159 to 170 minutes terminal to door, depending on traffic and the hour.
Yes — the same flat one-way rate covers the reverse leg. Book both directions together and each pickup is planned around your ship’s schedule.
Yes — book both legs together (each priced at the flat one-way rate) and the return pickup is scheduled for your sailing date.
For dawn embarkations or late-night returns, a modest after-hours amount applies:
The difference shows at 8 AM on a turnaround Saturday: app queues and climbing multipliers at the port exits on one side; on the other, a chauffeur already staged at your terminal at a fare set days ago.
After a week at sea, certainty beats convenience-on-demand: the reservation carries a built-in wait window, luggage help at the curb, and a driver who has run these terminals hundreds of times.
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Send the date, group size, and your ship and we confirm the vehicle to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Beach-Sanibel Gateway by IHG with the pickup staged around your arrival.
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Booking a minimum of 24 hours out is our advice. During holidays and busy weekends, reserving early helps guarantee you get a spot.
Absolutely, we take reservations from anywhere on the globe. International payments are welcome, and we keep travelers in the loop through WhatsApp and email.
No. We handle advance reservations only. Booking at least four hours ahead is recommended; same-day rides depend on availability and can’t be promised.
Yes. To lock in your booking, we request a 50% down payment for reservations below $199 USD and 30% for reservations of $200 USD or higher.
No. To hold and guarantee the vehicle, a 50% deposit must be sent through our payment link or via Zelle. Whatever’s left can be paid in cash once the driver shows up.
No. Beyond the airport, we also cover hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private residences.
We run XL SUVs for smaller parties, vans seating 12 and 14, and full-size buses holding 40 to 54 passengers — perfect for large gatherings.
Yes. We handle weddings, corporate conferences, VIP functions, and other special events. Get in touch for a personalized quote.
A number of vehicles in our fleet come with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Tell us ahead of time if it’s a must-have, and we’ll assign a vehicle that fits your needs.
No. We only do private transfers. The vehicle is set aside just for you and your party, with no shared seating whatsoever.
Not an issue. We follow your flight live and shift the pickup time as needed, with no added cost.
Cancellation Policy: For any ride booked, once it hits 24 hours or less it is non-refundable. More then 24+(anticipation) full refund.
Pass along the updated details as soon as you can, and we’ll revise your booking while keeping an eye on the new flight status.
Curbside pickup is our main approach. Just message us your exit gate and the driver will roll up within minutes — typically quicker than the classic sign-holding option.
Should you rather have the driver wait in the terminal holding a sign with your name, we can set that up too for $20
The day before your ride, we’ll message you the driver’s name, the vehicle model, and its license plate, plus step-by-step curbside pickup directions.
No need to stress. We’ll message you the moment your flight touches down. If we don’t hear back quickly, the driver will automatically make his way to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll locate you; we never leave anyone stranded.
On domestic flights, we allow up to 60 minutes of waiting after arrival.
On international flights, the courtesy window stretches to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace window.
For port pickups, we hold up to 60 minutes beyond the scheduled time.
This is uncommon, given that two complimentary hours of waiting are already built in. If you remain inside the airport past that point, the ride can be treated as a no-show. You may also ask for more waiting time, priced at US$ 30 for every additional 30-minute block, paid in cash straight to the driver.
Yes. Our drivers give a hand loading and unloading your luggage.
The standard limit is one large suitcase plus one carry-on for each traveler.
Bringing bulkier or extra items — additional suitcases, musical instruments, mobility gear, or strollers? Let us know beforehand so we can set aside the room. There may be an extra fee.
Yes. Small pets are welcome, provided they remain in a secure carrier. Please give us a heads-up in advance.
Yes. One free child car seat comes with the ride for kids under five. Need an additional seat? Request it ahead of time; it runs US$ 15.
We’d appreciate it if you didn’t eat while traveling. Only water in sealed bottles may be brought on board.
Unplanned stops aren’t part of the base fare. That said, if a short, nearby stop is set up in advance, we’ll do our best to work it in. A modest charge may apply depending on the extra time.
Yes. Give us a minimum of 24 hours’ notice and, subject to availability, we’ll move your pickup time.
No. The price we quote is what you pay — nothing hidden. A driver tip is optional and entirely up to you; it’s always appreciated.
First solo trip in a while, felt like a regular drive, no chaos. the trunk fit four large suitcases plus carry-ons. Couldn’t have gone better.
Had to wait a few extra minutes at the curb, but the ride itself was smooth
Embarque no meio-fio, desembarque no lobby. Jeito esperto de começar uma viagem.
sin problemas. la camioneta lucía nueva y bien mantenida, lo mejor viaje fluido desde la acera hasta el lobby. (el viaje tomó unos 25 minutos)
El punto de encuentro fue algo confuso al inicio, pero el viaje en sí fue tranquilo!