9990 International Dr, Orlando, Florida, United States | (888) 551-4925
Central Orlando location within walking distance of shops and restaurants
Attached IHOP restaurant that is open 24 hours
Large outdoor pool with a spacious sundeck
Business center with two computers and a printer
Free Wi-Fi
Flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges in all rooms
Freebies include parking and shuttle to area attractions
Road where it is situated can get congested with traffic
Outdoor room entry off the parking lot
Small, bland rooms
Dated bathrooms with some reports of broken fixtures
Some complaints of mold and mildew in the rooms
Reports of housekeeping issues in some rooms
Fitness center is tiny with just a few machines showing signs of wear and tear
As the name so clearly states, this Days Inn is right next to the Orange County Convention Center and conveniently located along International Drive, which is lined with restaurants, shops, and tourist attractions. It's also within close driving distance of Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and Aquatica. The rates are budget-friendly, making this property a popular choice for frugal business travelers and families on shorter vacations who don't plan to spend much time in the hotel. There are no frills here, and the rooms are on the small side. One significant perk is the large outdoor pool, which is a rare feature for a hotel in this price range. Check at the somewhat smaller Red Roof Inn, right behind the Days Inn, for better rooms at comparable (or even cheaper) rates.
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Scene
Motel-style building with a well-kept lobby, but rather bland look
The four-story Days Inn is arranged motel-style around a large parking lot with outdoor walkways from each floor running the length of the hotel. The lobby is well-kept, but cramped. The newer, wood-paneled front desk doesn't match the furnished corner whose dated furnishings include a plaid couch that looks as though it was lifted straight from the 1970s. Brochures for Orlando's attractions adorn the tables, stands, and a counter where the hotel offers discounted tickets.
Location
Near the convention center on International Drive
The Days Inn Orlando Convention Center/International Drive is just down the street from the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive -- a 14.5-mile road parallel to Interstate 4 that's packed with hotels, strip malls, outlet shops, and restaurants. Other than Aquatica, however, there are few notable attractions within walking distance of the hotel. It is only a short drive (or a free shuttle bus ride) to get to the theme parks: SeaWorld is a five-minute drive, Universal Studios is a 10-minute drive, and Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios are about a 15- minute drive from the property. The Orlando International Airport is also around 15 minutes away from the hotel by car. The road where the hotel is situated can sometimes get congested with traffic, though.
Rooms
On the small side and furnished with generic decor
Each of the 219 rooms is designed with basic comforts, which include a comfortable work chair that accompanies a small desk, as well as a microwave, mini-fridge, coffeemaker, and flat-screen TV (with a limited array of channels that includes ESPN and CNN). Free Wi-Fi adds to the value.Rooms tend to be on the small side, however, with a modern but bland decor common in big chain hotels of this range and size. Dated bathrooms have a separate sink and vanity area outside the small room that houses the toilet and shower/tub combo. Some guests have complained about broken fixtures, mold and mildew issues, and cleanliness problems in the rooms.Motel-style outside access means some rooms enter from the parking lot. Others enter from the pool side, and each room has a corresponding view (parking lot or pool) from the window that looks out onto the shared walkways.
Features
Attached IHOP restaurant, a large pool, and a free shuttle to theme parks
The most notable feature is the attached International House of Pancakes, which is open 24 hours and saves this budget hotel from having no on-site breakfast/dining options. The outdoor pool is much larger than what most other comparable hotels offer, and has an ample sun deck with lounge chairs. There is a small, mirrored fitness room with a circuit machine, treadmill, and bicycle that are showing signs of wear and tear. A corner of the lobby is devoted to a business center with two computers and a printer. The lobby also features a desk where guests can buy discounted tickets to many area attractions. And much like many hotels in the area, the property provides a free shuttle service that brings guests to and from Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, and Walt Disney World.
