Pre-Cruise Hotel Reviews: Find the Perfect Stay Before You Sail
On benanddavid.cruises, we combine our 150+ cruise reviews with independent, in-depth hotel walkthroughs across major cruise ports, hub airports, and embarkation cities worldwide. Whether you need a luxury suite overlooking the port or a hassle-free airport hotel connected to your terminal, our 100% unsponsored hotel reviews give you the honest facts to plan your stay.
This is our review of the world-famous Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. We booked a two-night stay here as a pre-cruise treat before embarking on our highly anticipated multi-month trip aboard the brand-new Disney Adventure.
We stayed at Park Rotana Abu Dhabi before a cruise and found it a comfortable, reliable four-star hotel close to the airport and cruise port.
We review the Radisson Blu Manchester Airport, the only hotel connected to all three terminals via the covered Skylink. Upgraded from a Runway View Room to an Executive Junior Suite, we explore the rooms, Executive Lounge, breakfast, and whether the upgrade is worth paying for.
We stayed in all three of Tokyo Disney Resort’s luxury hotels—Hotel MiraCosta, Tokyo Disneyland Hotel, and the new Fantasy Springs Hotel. In this comparison, we share the pros, cons, and what makes each property unique to help you choose the best one for your next Disney trip in Japan
This is our review of the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel, a grand Victorian-inspired property just steps from Tokyo Disneyland Park. With spacious rooms, lush gardens, and classic Disney theming, this elegant hotel combines comfort, charm, and unbeatable convenience.
Our review of the Tokyo Disney Resort Fantasy Springs Hotel—Tokyo Disney’s newest luxury hotel opened in 2024. With exclusive park access to Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea, beautifully themed fairytale rooms, and modern amenities, this immersive Disney hotel is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after places to stay.
This is our review of Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta—arguably the most iconic Disney hotel in the world, and the only one built inside a Disney park. With views over Venetian canals and Mount Prometheus, this grand Italian-inspired resort offers unbeatable theming and location. So, is it worth the high price tag? Here’s our honest take.
Our review of The Tokyo Station Hotel—a beautiful blend of history, comfort, and an unbeatable location in the heart of Japan’s capital.
Our review of the Universal's Stella Nova Resort at Universal Orlando. A brand new budget hotel that could rival Disney’s value resorts.
This is our review of the Animal Kingdom Lodge, at Walt Disney World. After finishing an epic adventure cruising around Antarctica, we visited Orlando for a two-night stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.