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The Floridian Hotel and Suites

The Floridian Hotel and Suites is a modest, 129-room budget hotel located just off of International Drive. The style ranges from dated to generically modern, and all rooms have two queen beds, cozy padded window seats, microwaves, and mini-fridges as well as free Wi-Fi. The outdoor pool has a few sun loungers and picturesque tropical landscaping. The hotel doesn’t have many other features, though freebies like continental breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, and shuttles to Universal Studios and Disney World add value. Overall, while there are some upkeep issues and a less-than-stellar attention to detail, it’s a decent base for touring Orlando’s attractions. For more features (including lots for kids) at often similar rates, check out the Holiday Inn Resort-Lake Buena Vista instead.

Hotel Bayahibe

Two-pearl Hotel Bayahibe is in central Bayahibe, a five-minute walk (or less) from the town’s shops, happening restaurants, and waterfront bars. The 25 identically bright rooms have surprisingly decent amenities including air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges, though the look is dated and bathrooms need an update. The small balconies attached to some even provide limited sea views. Beyond the reasonably pleasant rooms, however, this simple property doesn’t offer much in the way of socializing or activities (there’s no pool, restaurant, or bar). A free breakfast at a nearby restaurant is included, adding a little value to a stay here. For a bit more money, Cabana Elke has a more lively vibe plus a sparkling outdoor pool and an open-air Italian restaurant/bar that’s always buzzing with locals.