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Southampton Hotels with Cruise Parking

Set sail on a cruise from Southampton docks and enjoy a stress-free start to your cruise holiday by staying in one of the excellent hotels near the port.

If you are traveling with your own car to Southampton you have several options.

Select a hotel that offers cruise parking, some with a shuttle service to the port or park at one of the car parks close to the terminals.

Several hotels offer free car parking while staying at the property. On the morning of the voyage, park you car alongside your assigned cruise terminal or nearby car parks. Prices vary depending on which parking and location.

A few accommodations allow to leave your vehicle at the hotel’s parking lot. For example at The Elisabeth House hotel, cost is £4.75* per day.

Another option is to book a Cruise & Park package which is offered by some Southampton hotels.

Car parking at the hotel is included for the duration of your cruise, and often taxi transfers to/from the terminals are included.

Read also : Our list of handpicked best 4 & 5 star hotels near Port of Southampton

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Hotels near Southampton Port with Free Parking or Cruise Package

1. holiday inn express southampton – m27, j7, an ihg hotel ★★★ (cruise parking).

The Holiday Inn Express Southampton M27, J7 is one of the most booked hotels in Southampton when looking for free parking during your stay. Located next to Ageas Bowl cricket ground, this property is around 15 to 20 minutes from the city center depending on traffic. You can also easily reach the centre by bus, which runs every 30 minutes from directly behind the hotel.

You want to leave your car while on cruise? Check for rates which include on-site parking for 15 days .

Parking is Free during stay Cruise Parking £10* per night (without package) Distance to Port : 18-20 minutes

2. The Elizabeth House Hotel ★★★ (Cruise Parking)

The Elizabeth House Hotel is located just outside Southampton city centre near the University. Guests staying here can enjoy free parking. There’s also a bar and restaurant on-site. Property has expanded their secure on-site car parking facility (allocated disabled parking space included), so you are able to book cruise parking only as well, in addition to the hotel’s cruise and stay package. Cost per day from £4.75*. Simply leave a message on your reservation that you want to book parking as well while on cruise.

Park for Free during stay and from £4.75*/day to £15.00*/day (depending on dates) while on cruise Distance to Port : 8-10 minutes

3. Harbour Hotel Southampton ★★★★★ (Free Shuttle)

Guests can enjoy the full use of The HarSpa which includes a pool, steam room and sauna. Distance to the nearest cruise terminal (Ocean) and ferry is only 4 minutes, or 17 min. on foot. A free shuttle to the port is offered by the hotel.

There’s complimentary car parking for the duration of your stay. If you are joining a cruise, and should wish to leave your vehicle at the hotel , for any additional days outside your stay, the cost is £15.00 per day .

Complimentary transfer to Cruise Port Distance to Port : 4-8 minutes

4. The Pilgrim Inn ★★★ (Cruise Parking)

Set in a 200 year old thatched converted cottage, the Pilgrim Inn is a picturesque hotel offering very elegant and immaculate rooms away from the centre of Southampton. The popular restaurant is situated in the pub across the car park which is complimentary. For guests willing to leave their car on the premises while on cruise a fee is charged.

Driving time to the port terminals is approx. 20 minutes, however on cruise departures days it can take longer (taxi is around £30 depending on traffic). Long term parking for cruise guests is charged at £7.50* per night.

Car Parking is Complimentary, Long Term Cruise Parking is £7.50/night Distance to Port : 15-20 minutes

5. The Star Hotel ★★★ (Budget Friendly)

The property is set in a Grade II listed building and provides 44 elegant guest rooms with traditional feel. Several parking spaces are available which is £6.00 per day. Long term cruise parking is available for a fee (around £55* for a week). The hotel is reasonably priced and well located not far from the cruise terminals, restaurants and West Quay shops. Guest reception can arrange your taxi down to the ship & return journey if required. Cost for taxi is around £7 to the docks.

Cruise Parking for a Small Fee Distance to Port : 5-10 minutes

6. Holiday Inn Express Southampton West, an IHG hotel ★★★

When driving to the port of Southampton, Holiday Inn Express West is ideally located just off the M27 motorway. The hotel offers complimentary parking for regular vehicles, car vans, etc. and excellent value for a one night short pre-cruise stay. When its time to head to your ship, the docks are 10 to 15 minutes from the property, depending on which terminal. Perfect location for Peppa Pig World as well. You can leave your car at the property for an affordable rate while on cruise. Parking spaces must be reserved with yourparkingspace , the company that manages the parking lot.

Park for Free during stay, Cruise Parking Available (by third party company) Distance to Port : 10-15 minutes

7. Landguard Lodge Guest House ★★★★

The Landguard Lodge Guest House provides accommodation at an affordable price in Southampton. Relax pre- or post cruise in one of the six simple and cosy decorated rooms with en suite bathrooms. Free private parking is available on site. The new MSC berth at the port is only 4 minutes away, while the other terminals can easily be reached in 10 minutes. It’s perfect for an overnight stay before a cruise. The city centre is only a short walking distance away.

Free Parking during your stay Distance to Port : 4-10 minutes

8. ibis Southampton ★★★ (Popular)

The good value ibis Southampton is well located on West Quay Road very close to Southampton cruise port and adjacent to the main railway station. Stay in one of the double or twin rooms, on the morning of embarkation walk to your designated cruise terminal or take a taxi (5-10min in taxi average cost £10 depending on the gate). As the property is close to the nearest dock, it can be also comfortably walked within 15 minutes.

Parking is available on-site for guests, however there is a cost of £10* per night. There’s a Park, Sleep and Cruise (PSC) package with room and parking included in the price. However, the price for the package is not fixed and is subject to demand and availability.

Cruise Parking Package Distance to Port : 4-8 minutes (Walking Distance)

9. Hilton at the Ageas Bowl, Southampton ★★★★

This Hilton hotel is part of the Ageas Bowl resort complex, the home of Hampshire Cricket. This 4 star property is approx. 20 minutes by car from Southampton cruise terminals. Many of the bright rooms have private balcony and views over the cricket pitch, while parking is free. Long stay parking for cruise guests is available as part of the cruise and park packages. Transport to the cruise terminal, provided by a local taxi company, can be booked via the front office.

Park for Free during stay Distance to Port : 18-20 minutes

10. Days Inn Southampton Rownhams ★★★ (Affordable, Free Parking)

Around 15 minutes drive from the Southampton cruise terminals, Days Inn Rownhams is a cheaper property located on the M27 Southbound. It’s the ideal venue for guests driving to the port as car parking is free during your stay. If you’re looking to leave your vehicle whilst on your cruise, a discounted parking rate was available but unfortunately long term cruise parking is no longer offered (please check with hotel for latest information). Transport is available through a local taxi service, which will be around £18-20*.

Distance to Port : 14-18 minutes

11. Highfield House Hotel ★★★

Located near to the town centre and 2.6 miles from Southampton cruise terminals, Highfield House Hotel offers reasonable priced rooms and good parking facilities which are included in the room rate. It’s an ideal budget friendly place to stay for travellers on route to Southampton the next day for a cruise. Currently the residence does not offer cruise parking, so it is best to park near the port at one of the providers near the cruise docks.

Note : Property is Temporarily Closed Park for Free during stay Distance to Port : 10-12 minutes

12. Holiday Inn Southampton, an IHG hotel ★★★★

You can’t go wrong with the Holiday Inn hotel before your cruise departs from Southampton. Located next to all major cruise terminals, this property offers comfortable rooms, some with fantastic views of the port and sea. Self-parking is available for a daily rate of £15 for overnight guests, while a taxi to the docks is between £5 – £12 depending on which terminal and traffic on departure day. The ‘Cruise Package’ at Holiday Inn includes accommodation with breakfast, parking for up to 15 nights and return taxi transfer to Southampton Cruise Terminals (Package only available when booking directly).

Parking is £15/day, Included with Package Distance to Port : 2-5 minutes

13. Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour ★★★★

Directly located on Southampton’s waterfront, four star Leonardo Royal Hotel Grand Harbour is one of the closest hotels from the cruise ship terminals, very recognizable by its glass atrium. It’s a larger property with almost 200 guest rooms and suites, and a popular venue for weddings and conferences. When staying in the hotel overnight, there’s car parking available at a location nearby for a fee.

Distance to Port : 3-5 minutes

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton ★★★★ (Cruise Parking)

The DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton is well located for cruise passengers driving to the port, which can be reached in 15 minutes depending on traffic. The property has over 200 parking spaces which is charged at 5GBP per night. A 15 Day Park Cruise package can be booked which includes parking for 15 days and breakfast but you need to contact hotel directly for further information on the rates as this package is not always available. Many guest rooms are recently refurbished.

Included with Package Cruise car park will be £5* per night (without Package) Distance to Port : 12-15 minutes

15. Novotel Southampton ★★★★

Located in Southampton city centre on West Quay Road, the Novotel is one of the nearest properties from the cruise docks. It’s an excellent location for cruises and within walking distance to shopping mall, and restaurants. There’s a swimming pool, perfect for families with children. Parking is charged at £10 a day per vehicle but if you book one of the special packages, a night stay is included and parking is allowed for one entire week. Prices can vary due to availability and dates (please note: packages are not always offered).

The property can always arrange a shuttle to the port for a fee (provided by a third party).

Parking is £10/day, long term parking available Distance to Port : 4-8 minutes

16. Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa ★★★★

Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa is located within easy reach of the M3 and M27, 20 minutes drive from the port of Southampton in England. Free parking is offered to guests staying at the hotel, other facilities include a swimming pool, spa and fitness centre. Unwind before departing on your cruise in one of the comfortable well appointed rooms or suites.

The popular Park & Cruise package include accommodation, breakfast, return transfer to and from the port and up to 15 days complimentary car parking. For cruises from Portsmouth there’s an additional cost for transfers of £20 each way.

Park for Free during stay, extra days are charged at £10 per day Distance to Port : 20-25 minutes

17. Glenmore Guesthouse ★★★ (Budget)

Travellers looking for a budget stay before or after their cruise voyage, Glenmore Guest House is one of the most affordable accommodation options. Property is located close to Southampton town centre, but in a quiet neghbourhood. Relax in one of the Single or Double rooms and enjoy a leisurely breakfast the following morning before heading to the port, which is only a short ride away. Complimentary car parking is included.

Free Parking during your stay Distance to Port : 3-7 minutes

18. Best Western Chilworth Manor Hotel ★★★

Best Western Chilworth Manor Hotel is located around 20 minutes from the cruise docks in Southampton, only minutes from Junction 14 of the M3 and Junction 4 of the M27. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the extensive gardens, or relax in the modern spa and pool. Some rooms overlook the gorgeous grounds. Car parking is free for guests. Their special packages include breakfast, free use of the leisure facilities, taxi transport service for two guests to/from the terminals and parking for up to 14 days. Additional nights can be booked. Note : Unfortunately last time I checked this package was not available.

Park for Free during stay and with special package Distance to Port : 16-20 minutes

Parking at Southampton Terminals for Cruises

There are many options available for parking near Southampton cruise docks, which range in quality and price. Several companies offer Park & Ride and these are generally cheaper, while the Meet and Greet option is the most conventient but costs a little more.

The official cruise car parking in the Port of Southampton is ABP (abparking) used by Royal Caribbean/Celebrity, MSC and Fred Olsen. These parkings are located right next to the terminals.

Carnival Group cruise ships use CPS . Drivers will move your car to one of the parking areas adjacent to the cruise terminals. At the end of the cruise you can walk to your car, this only takes a few minutes, it is also possible that the driver will pick up the car and then bring it to the terminal.

In general, parking at Southampton is rather easy and cheaper that at most airports.

Plenty of hotels are located right in the centre of Southampton or just outside the city center, minutes from the M3 and M27 motorways, perfect for when driving to port. When staying for a few days and travelling with kids, take the family for a fun day out at Paultons Park, home of Peppa Pig World, or visit the exciting Marwell Zoo.

note (*) : Prices and parking rates listed are subject to change based on availability from the hotel and may change at any time. Please contact the hotel directly for latest hotel/cruise parking packages. (Latest update December 23rd, 2023) Please contact us if any information is incorrect or not up-to-date.

What Hotels offer Long Term Parking during Cruise in Southampton?

The Elizabeth House Hotel is located just outside Southampton city centre near the University. Guests staying here can enjoy free parking and leave their car at the secure car park for £4.75/day. Days Inn Rownhams is a cheaper property located on the M27 Southbound. It’s the ideal venue for guests driving to the port as car parking is free during your stay. If you’re looking to leave your vehicle whilst on your cruise, a discounted parking rate is offered at £5.00* per day.

What Hotels in Southampton offer Cruise & Park Package?

Directly located on Southampton’s waterfront, four star Leonardo Royal Hotel Grand Harbour is one of the closest hotels from the cruise ship terminals. A cruise & stay package is offered which includes bed and breakfast along with parking and shuttle transfer. Other properties with special packages include the Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa and Holiday Inn Southampton .

Which Hotels in Southampton offer Free Parking?

When driving to the port of Southampton there are several hotels which offer free car parking during your stay. All properties are conventienly located within easy reach of the cruise terminals. The following hotels, among others, offer complimentary parking when staying at the property; The Holiday Inn Express West, Harbour Hotel & Spa, The Mayfair guest house and Hilton at the Ageas Bowl

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Southampton Car Parking At Terminals

Start your cruise holiday the right way.

If you are planning, or have booked, a cruise from Southampton, you may wish to add car parking in a convenient location near to your Southampton Cruise Terminal for the duration of your holiday.

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Southampton Cruise Centre recommends the following providers for Southampton Car Parking for your cruise holiday:

For all P&O Cruises , Princess Cruises , Cunard and selected Fred. Olsen sailings from Southampton, please use Cruise & Passenger Services using the link below:

For all Celebrity Cruises , Disney Cruise Line , MSC , NCL , Royal Caribbean , and selected Fred. Olsen sailings, please use ABParking using the link below:

If you’re looking for a Southampton hotel that includes parking for the duration at the hotel, please take a look at our hotels with our travel partner Holiday Extras . There’s a fantastic range of hotels close to Southampton Docks, many of which include parking at amazing rates. Our cruise specialists may have personally stayed in these hotels, so do ask them for recommendations!

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If you decide to drive to your departure port you can rest assured that the process will be surprisingly simple and stress-free. At each departure port we have long term established relationships with dedicated parking providers.

You will be able to drive straight up to the cruise terminal where the luggage porters will assist with taking your bags from you, leaving you with your hand luggage, suit/dress carriers, cruise ticket and passports.

Each port operates slightly differently but there will be plenty of attendants on hand to guide and assist you with your car.

Rosyth and Newcastle (Port of Tyne) 

Newcastle (Port of Tyne): The charge is from £16 per night and must be pre booked.

Rosyth: The charge is from £14.00 per night and must be pre booked.

Vehicle registration and make required at the time of booking. If you are a disabled guest, please advise at the time of booking. For camper vans/vans, or anything larger than a normal car, a 50% additional charge applies. Car parking at these ports is operated by the car registration, therefore there are no vouchers required.

Bookable via Fred. Olsen Guest Services on 0800 0355 145 Rosyth postcode - KY11 2XP Newcastle postcode - NE29 6EE

Southampton ABParking - Associated British Ports City Cruise Terminal - via Dock Gate 8 or 10 - SO15 1HJ Mayflower Cruise Terminal - via Dock Gate 10 - SO15 1HJ QEII Terminal - via Dock Gate 4 - SO14 3GG Horizon Terminal - SO15 1AW Contact 02380 488 870 | www.abparking.co.uk  for prices and to book

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Upon arrival at the appropriate cruise terminal designated by your cruise operator, you will be directed to the appropriate vehicle lane by a member of port security. From here you will be met by a member of our reception staff who will book in your vehicle and carry out relevant security procedures, this includes taking photographs of your vehicle. You will be issued a barcoded receipt.

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By Vampiress88 , February 21 in P&O Cruises ( UK )

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So we are a little undecided what to do about parking.   

we see that all the princess and p&o ships all go from the same docks more or less.   

usually I have cps parking in with the holiday. This time I’m on my own.   

I did look at going with holiday extras as I like the meet and greet parking but when I mapped that I believe it’s not at the same dock. It’s next to AB parking who we will be using but for msc and royal Caribbean.   

so for those who go on p&o and princess and have to do their own parking please who do you go with. It’s in August and they are wanting £270 for two weeks which is quite a lot. 

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Look at Parking4Cruises ( https://www.parking4cruises.co.uk/) - a 14 night cruise parking with them will be about half that of CPS and after your first use you will get a 5% discount. I, and several others on here, have been using them for years with absolutely no problems.

1 hour ago, Vampiress88 said: So we are a little undecided what to do about parking.    we see that all the princess and p&o ships all go from the same docks more or less.    usually I have cps parking in with the holiday. This time I’m on my own.    I did look at going with holiday extras as I like the meet and greet parking but when I mapped that I believe it’s not at the same dock. It’s next to AB parking who we will be using but for msc and royal Caribbean.    so for those who go on p&o and princess and have to do their own parking please who do you go with. It’s in August and they are wanting £270 for two weeks which is quite a lot. 

We usually use CPS but I believe that   lot of people on  here use parking for cruises.

We’ve used both CPS and Parking4Cruises and, if paying, would go for whichever of those is cheapest. Personally I wouldn’t chance any other operator. 

Thedonkeycentrehalf

We've used CPS a few times and never had any issues.  However, they have got really expensive if you are paying yourself (i.e. not included in your package) so next time we are out of Southampton, we will look at alternatives

I would recommend Penguin Parking

Used them from Ocean Terminal last year. Well located, pick up and drop off very efficient 

2 hours ago, Vampiress88 said: So we are a little undecided what to do about parking.    we see that all the princess and p&o ships all go from the same docks more or less.    usually I have cps parking in with the holiday. This time I’m on my own.    I did look at going with holiday extras as I like the meet and greet parking but when I mapped that I believe it’s not at the same dock. It’s next to AB parking who we will be using but for msc and royal Caribbean.    so for those who go on p&o and princess and have to do their own parking please who do you go with. It’s in August and they are wanting £270 for two weeks which is quite a lot. 

Have you considered a hotel for the night before with parking included.What sort of distance are you traveling from?Train down the day before,hotel one night and short taxi run.Like you say,it is august and the prices are on the roof.We've looked at options many times and always end up with cps,our latest one on 2nd march,2 weeks,which is £160.All i can suggest is go to CPS,get a quote and go from there.Britania,two weeks in august with cps........£243.

We use Holiday Extras to find a hotel and parking deal which includes taxi to and from port drop off. Works well for us.

Council long stay multi storey.  £40ish a week.

I wonder if this topic merits being pinned at the top of the su/-forum, like food and dress code?

It comes up a lot and it might save some of the usual helpful posters having to repeat themselves

Just a thought?

2 hours ago, WECRUISEUK said: Have you considered a hotel for the night before with parking included.What sort of distance are you traveling from?Train down the day before,hotel one night and short taxi run.Like you say,it is august and the prices are on the roof.We've looked at options many times and always end up with cps,our latest one on 2nd march,2 weeks,which is £160.All i can suggest is go to CPS,get a quote and go from there.Britania,two weeks in august with cps........£243.

I did. Cps want £270.  they charge more in school holidays than in April/March etc. which is so very annoying.   

anyway I have looked at parking4cruises. The price comes in at just under £150 which I am perfectly happy with.   

However I have no clue what it’s like- is it just more of less the same as cps and I can walk to the boat when the car has been dropped off?

31 minutes ago, Vampiress88 said: can walk to the boat when the car has been dropped off?

Not quite as convenient as CPS - P4C use the short stay car park at whichever terminal you are departing from so worst case scenario is a five minute walk which I consider OK if I am saving £150. The driver can of course drop other passengers and hand luggage at the terminal and walk back on their own - especially if it is bad weather.

9 minutes ago, david63 said: Not quite as convenient as CPS - P4C use the short stay car park at whichever terminal you are departing from so worst case scenario is a five minute walk which I consider OK if I am saving £150. The driver can of course drop other passengers and hand luggage at the terminal and walk back on their own - especially if it is bad weather.

Make hubby walk. He spends more than the £130 I will save on beer on the ships so only fair he does it 😂  

thank you all for your help. I literally couldn’t find anywhere and I really didn’t want to pay £270.  parking4cruises is coming in at £140 so I’m good with that. 

Just now, Vampiress88 said: Make hubby walk. He spends more than the £130 I will save on beer on the ships so only fair he does it 😂     thank you all for your help. I literally couldn’t find anywhere and I really didn’t want to pay £270.  parking4cruises is coming in at £140 so I’m good with that. 

Good call. Hubby can drop you all and your luggage off first, and then you can wait whilst he checks the car in and walks back. Often quicker than CPS, especially if they are using holding lanes. 

BouncingWheel

I love CPS for the convenience. When not available I have dropped my companion and luggage off at the terminal and parked at the cheap West Quay car park that others on here highlighted to me. Always worked well. From there it is either a short walk or taxi back. Non CPS seems to involve faff so I prefer my own faff 🤣

Ive used, penguin parking - much quicker now they are in Southampton than over in Marchwood as before. Car stays in their compound they shuttle you back and forth in a minibus. very good service and drivers. Cps when it was worth more than any OBC we might have had. This last time triangle parking - which is an ANPR carpark just outside ocean terminal/dock gate.  A greeter there on parking to check you were booked in and take your keys with you. so dropped luggage first off then drove out to car park and walked back with hand luggage. 

17 hours ago, terry99 said: We use Holiday Extras to find a hotel and parking deal which includes taxi to and from port drop off. Works well for us.

I always book package direct with hotel (Holiday Inn). Used H Extras once and they charged a third more than direct with hotel. Never used them again for anything. 

CaptainPedantic

Thanks to feedback from the lovely people on this forum, we used P4C for the first time last year after 'defaulting' to CPS time and time again, and seeing similar huge increases. Very impressed and like others have said, the slight inconvenience of a less-than-5-minute walk is well worth the savings (and actually was quicker too). Recommended.

15 hours ago, BouncingWheel said: I love CPS for the convenience. When not available I have dropped my companion and luggage off at the terminal and parked at the cheap West Quay car park that others on here highlighted to me. Always worked well. From there it is either a short walk or taxi back. Non CPS seems to involve faff so I prefer my own faff 🤣

No faff with Parking4Cruises they are virtually the same as CPS. Only difference drop your luggage off and take your car to short stay car park which is next to where you drop car off at Ocean with CPS. Simple, straightforward and they drive your car away to a secure compound exactly same as CPS but a lot cheaper

Craigrlewis

On 2/21/2024 at 1:30 PM, Selbourne said: We’ve used both CPS and Parking4Cruises and, if paying, would go for whichever of those is cheapest. Personally I wouldn’t chance any other operator. 

Ditto. We have used both and use which ever is the cheapest.

Benefit with Parking4Cruises is if the arrival terminal changes they will bring the car to the right one. CPS will arrange a coach back to the departure terminal.

Just now, Craigrlewis said: Ditto. We have used both and use which ever is the cheapest. Benefit with Parking4Cruises is if the arrival terminal changes they will bring the car to the right one. CPS will arrange a coach back to the departure terminal.

We have returned to different terminals with CPS and the car has always been moved there. 

Just now, majortom10 said: No faff with Parking4Cruises they are virtually the same as CPS. Only difference drop your luggage off and take your car to short stay car park which is next to where you drop car off at Ocean with CPS. Simple, straightforward and they drive your car away to a secure compound exactly same as CPS but a lot cheaper  

CPS are not always ‘faff free’. We have had a few occasions, including our current cruise, where we had to wait an age in holding lanes before we could be checked in. I’m sure that P4C would have been far quicker in those instances. Thats why we book the cheapest of the two for each cruise. 

41 minutes ago, Craigrlewis said: CPS will arrange a coach back to the departure terminal.

That only happens if it is a last minute change of terminal otherwise if it is a planned different arrival terminal to the departure terminal then your car will be at the correct terminal.

3 hours ago, Fionboard said: I always book package direct with hotel (Holiday Inn). Used H Extras once and they charged a third more than direct with hotel. Never used them again for anything. 

Same here using Holiday Inn or the Hilton cricket ground both with taxis and breakfast included.

Now we are both retired and not tied down with work ,we like to expand our holiday by staying 

the night before, makes it more relaxing start.

We too used to use Penguin Parking and found the very good . The only fault with them is 

should you need to cancel , they do not do refunds at all , apart from £20 in the first 14 days

of booking but having more time on our hands and wanting a pre hotel stay the first two above 

suits us fine .

45 minutes ago, Selbourne said: CPS are not always ‘faff free’. We have had a few occasions, including our current cruise, where we had to wait an age in holding lanes before we could be checked in. I’m sure that P4C would have been far quicker in those instances. Thats why we book the cheapest of the two for each cruise. 

I agree we have mainly used P4C for recent cruises but CPS for one and they made us all stay in the car for quite a while until they processed us, so could not get luggage out and I could not even pop out to use the loo in arrivals (which is allowed whilst waiting for a driver to return from the P4C car park.  We were Caribbean level by then as well, so had arrived early.  Very slightly further to walk for the P4C section on return, but depends where your car is actually brought to by CPS as can be a big walk across the car park, so can be nearer for P4C.  All a matter of chance.

We agree that we will use which ever is the better deal.  We got a long winter cruise parking for £100 with CPS last winter as they seem to have gone for pricing according to demand, so summer cruise prices hiked and winter reduced - so we cancelled P4C and re booked with CPS.  We have also looked at park and stay with hotels, though usually found it better to arrange hotel and parking separately.   Have gone with CPS through P&O for April as we had a high OBC and prices of booking ourselves was not that cheap.

I think the main thing is to arrange parking/hotels as soon as you book the cruise as prices can go up and easy to book cancellable deals (even with the car parking companies), so could always cancel and re book if prices do go down.

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