This mid-range chain hotel attracts budget-minded families with its location near Downtown Disney, free shuttle to all of the Disney parks, and kid-friendly amenities that include a large outdoor pool. Numerous meeting rooms and a solid value also draw business travelers. However, traffic noise in rear-facing rooms and a fee for parking are small annoyances that make considering other options worthwhile.
This mid-range chain hotel attracts budget-minded families with its location near Downtown Disney, free shuttle to all of the Disney parks, and kid-friendly amenities that include a large outdoor pool. Numerous meeting rooms and a solid value also draw business travelers. However, traffic noise in rear-facing rooms and a fee for parking are small annoyances that make considering other options worthwhile.
This Best Western is like many mid-range properties in the Disney area; it offers affordable rates and a location within easy reach of Disney attractions. Although the hotel is technically within walking distance of Disney theme and water parks, it offers a free shuttle that runs every half hour and other freebies like Wi-Fi and parking pack on the value. However, while rooms are clean and modern, decor is bland and some rooms feel small by Orlando standards.
This Best Western is like many mid-range properties in the Disney area; it offers affordable rates and a location within easy reach of Disney attractions. Although the hotel is technically within walking distance of Disney theme and water parks, it offers a free shuttle that runs every half hour and other freebies like Wi-Fi and parking pack on the value. However, while rooms are clean and modern, decor is bland and some rooms feel small by Orlando standards.
Though less Disney-centric than resorts within the park’s gates, the Wyndham caters to families visiting the Disney parks and provides plenty of family-friendly perks; the extensive breakfast buffet is visited by Disney characters three days a week, the large pool area has numerous water features and a playground, and the hotel provides a free shuttle to Disney parks. Rooms are neither luxe nor rundown. However, Standard Rooms are small, with exterior entrances, cramped bathrooms, and no work desks (it's worth upgrading to a Tower Room). Nonetheless, it’s a solid mid-range choice for those who do not need to be within the gates of the park –- or may prefer not to be.
Though less Disney-centric than resorts within the park’s gates, the Wyndham caters to families visiting the Disney parks and provides plenty of family-friendly perks; the extensive breakfast buffet is visited by Disney characters three days a week, the large pool area has numerous water features and a playground, and the hotel provides a free shuttle to Disney parks. Rooms are neither luxe nor rundown. However, Standard Rooms are small, with exterior entrances, cramped bathrooms, and no work desks (it's worth upgrading to a Tower Room). Nonetheless, it’s a solid mid-range choice for those who do not need to be within the gates of the park –- or may prefer not to be.
The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is a self-contained mega-resort situated on 1,500 acres of private grounds in the heart of Orlando's bustling theme park landscape. The 815 modern rooms have balconies overlooking the resort's pool area or Lake Buena Vista -- with views of the fireworks at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom included. Though the property is adjacent to Disney, you'll still need a car to reach it, as well as the other major theme parks, which are all within close driving distance. There are numerous activities here (from boating to biking), but the extra fees can be steep. Though the grounds cannot compare, the updated Marriott Orlando World CenterResort has cheaper rates for similar amenities in a comparable location.
The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is a self-contained mega-resort situated on 1,500 acres of private grounds in the heart of Orlando's bustling theme park landscape. The 815 modern rooms have balconies overlooking the resort's pool area or Lake Buena Vista -- with views of the fireworks at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom included. Though the property is adjacent to Disney, you'll still need a car to reach it, as well as the other major theme parks, which are all within close driving distance. There are numerous activities here (from boating to biking), but the extra fees can be steep. Though the grounds cannot compare, the updated Marriott Orlando World CenterResort has cheaper rates for similar amenities in a comparable location.
This mid-range property offers a solid value for families in town to visit Disney parks and area attractions such as Universal Studios and Sea World. Rooms here are a step above some similar properties; decor may be nothing special, but they are spacious and up-to-date with extras like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and microwaves (that are oddly nestled beside the bathroom sinks). There is no on-site fitness center. Nonetheless, families appreciate features such as a pool with a splash zone, a game room, and laundry facilities.
This mid-range property offers a solid value for families in town to visit Disney parks and area attractions such as Universal Studios and Sea World. Rooms here are a step above some similar properties; decor may be nothing special, but they are spacious and up-to-date with extras like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and microwaves (that are oddly nestled beside the bathroom sinks). There is no on-site fitness center. Nonetheless, families appreciate features such as a pool with a splash zone, a game room, and laundry facilities.
The 394-room B Resort & Spa is an upscale property with wonderful landscaping that’s within a five- to 10-minute drive to Disney attractions and restaurants, shops, and lakes. Modern rooms have mini-fridges, 47-inch HD flat-screen TVs, free bottled water, and Aveda toiletries. Suites have kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators. American Q restaurant serves barbecue with a modern twist, and artisanal cocktails at their American Q Bar. The full-service Aveda spa offers massages and various treatments, along with a spa-inspired menu. The outdoor "zero entry" pool has a kids' area and fountains, and there's also a kids' club. The hotel offers free scheduled shuttle service to Disney parks. Be aware that there's a daily resort fee, and spa services require an appointment.
The 394-room B Resort & Spa is an upscale property with wonderful landscaping that’s within a five- to 10-minute drive to Disney attractions and restaurants, shops, and lakes. Modern rooms have mini-fridges, 47-inch HD flat-screen TVs, free bottled water, and Aveda toiletries. Suites have kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators. American Q restaurant serves barbecue with a modern twist, and artisanal cocktails at their American Q Bar. The full-service Aveda spa offers massages and various treatments, along with a spa-inspired menu. The outdoor "zero entry" pool has a kids' area and fountains, and there's also a kids' club. The hotel offers free scheduled shuttle service to Disney parks. Be aware that there's a daily resort fee, and spa services require an appointment.
The 130-room Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista-Orlando is an upper-middle-range hotel within a 10-minute drive of top local attractions, including Epcot, Magic Kingdom, and SeaWorld Orlando. Spacious suites have fully-equipped kitchens, lots of living space, and multiple flat-screen TVs. The dazzling lagoon-style outdoor pool and hot tub are a major plus, though this is shared with the next door Hilton Garden Inn (as is the fitness center). Other conveniences include free hot breakfast, evening reception several times a week, and a shuttle to Epcot. There are many similar properties in the area, however, such as the nearby Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista and the Embassy Suites Orlando/Lake Buena Vista Resort, so travelers might want to compare rates.
The 130-room Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista-Orlando is an upper-middle-range hotel within a 10-minute drive of top local attractions, including Epcot, Magic Kingdom, and SeaWorld Orlando. Spacious suites have fully-equipped kitchens, lots of living space, and multiple flat-screen TVs. The dazzling lagoon-style outdoor pool and hot tub are a major plus, though this is shared with the next door Hilton Garden Inn (as is the fitness center). Other conveniences include free hot breakfast, evening reception several times a week, and a shuttle to Epcot. There are many similar properties in the area, however, such as the nearby Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista and the Embassy Suites Orlando/Lake Buena Vista Resort, so travelers might want to compare rates.
The 120-room Legacy Vacation Resorts-Lake Buena Vista is an upper-middle-range all-suite property located off the I-4 Highway with a calm atmosphere and lovely gardens. Contemporary suites have kitchenettes or full kitchens as well as multiple flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus separate living rooms and whirlpool tubs in some units. Guests should note, however, that housekeeping comes only once a week and there have been complaints about noise due to thin walls. The outdoor pool and hot tub are a highlight for families, while the garden provides lots of well-landscaped green space dotted with flowers and palm trees. Other conveniences include a business center, playground, and a tennis court, but there's no on-site restaurant or fitness center. There are many similar properties in the area, including Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista and Fairfield Inn & Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista, so travelers should compare rates.
The 120-room Legacy Vacation Resorts-Lake Buena Vista is an upper-middle-range all-suite property located off the I-4 Highway with a calm atmosphere and lovely gardens. Contemporary suites have kitchenettes or full kitchens as well as multiple flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus separate living rooms and whirlpool tubs in some units. Guests should note, however, that housekeeping comes only once a week and there have been complaints about noise due to thin walls. The outdoor pool and hot tub are a highlight for families, while the garden provides lots of well-landscaped green space dotted with flowers and palm trees. Other conveniences include a business center, playground, and a tennis court, but there's no on-site restaurant or fitness center. There are many similar properties in the area, including Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista and Fairfield Inn & Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista, so travelers should compare rates.
The Hawthorn Suites Lake Buena Vista, a Wyndham hotel, bills itself as an all-suite hotel, but there is the executive guest room option for shorter stays. The hotel suits families, with a heated pool, game room, free hot breakfast, and full kitchens in suites. The Hawthorn offers free shuttles to the major parks, including nearby Disney, and gears everything toward fueling up before and resting up after a long day of rides, Epcot, Universal, and Seaworld.
The Hawthorn Suites Lake Buena Vista, a Wyndham hotel, bills itself as an all-suite hotel, but there is the executive guest room option for shorter stays. The hotel suits families, with a heated pool, game room, free hot breakfast, and full kitchens in suites. The Hawthorn offers free shuttles to the major parks, including nearby Disney, and gears everything toward fueling up before and resting up after a long day of rides, Epcot, Universal, and Seaworld.