5858 International Dr, Orlando, Florida, United States | (888) 240-5559
Walking distance to Universal
Short drive to the other theme parks, malls, and convention center
Short walk to many restaurants and shops
Free shuttle to Universal and Disney World
Outdoor pool with lounge chairs and picnic area
Small cafe on-site for basic snacks
Rooms have coffeemakers and cable TVs
Laundry room and computer available for guests to use
Free Wi-Fi throughout and free parking
Pet-friendly (for a fee)
Some aspects of the property are worn and dated
There have been complaints about cleanliness, maintenance, and bugs in the rooms
Shuttle service isn't always dependable
Close to a busy road
The 250-room Days Inn Orlando International Drive South of Universal is a budget property that is well-located near the Orlando theme parks. Universal Studios is within walking distance, while others are just a short drive away. This property has free parking and a nice outdoor pool complete with lounge chairs. Other amenities include an on-site cafe, laundry room, and Internet corner. Rooms are painted in cheerful tones of yellow and coral, but some furniture is worn and cleanliness standards are deplorable. While the rates are low and may suit those on a tight budget, it's worth checking out other options nearby such as the Rosen Inn International.
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Scene
Budget-friendly hotel near theme parks
This Days Inn is a budget-friendly property with a bright but basic and somewhat dated small lobby. There are some worn
leather couches and stands of tourism brochures surrounding the wooden
reception desk. The walls are painted in a cheerful yellow, but overall the property
looks a little on the drab side. A number of business travelers stay here when visiting the
nearby Orange County Convention Center, but the hotel mainly attracts budget-minded
families for fast access to the theme parks. The atmosphere is relaxed, with a nice outdoor pool adding to the ambience.
Location
On International Drive, walking distance to Universal
This Days Inn has a convenient location in close proximity to several local attractions. It’s just a 10-minute walk to Universal Orlando. By car, SeaWorld is 10 minutes away and Walt Disney World is 15 minutes away. Shoppers will be happy too, as the Festival Bay Mall is a five-minute drive, and Florida Mall a nine-minute drive. Business guests here for the Orange County Convention Center can drive there in seven minutes. There are lots of chain restaurants nearby, including a Dairy Queen, Denny's, and IHOP, within a 10-minute walk. It’s worth bearing in mind though that the rooms at the front of the hotel are very close to the busy road.
Rooms
Rooms are spacious and bright, but a bit on the dated side
The rooms here are a good size and either have one king-size bed, or two double beds. Some have flat-screen TVs, while others have old tube-style TVs. Some previous guests found
their rooms to be clean and well-kept, while others have complained of various
issues including broken locks on the bathroom door, rusty and broken taps, a musty
smell, and mold on the walls and ceilings. All rooms should be equipped with
air-conditioning, coffeemaker, a safe, and a telephone with free local calls although, in
many rooms, these are missing or broken. There have also been some complaints about
bed bugs and cockroaches. Rooms overlook either the swimming pool or a busy road.
Features
Outdoor pool, basic cafe, and free Wi-Fi
Unlike some budget hotels, this one does offer free Wi-Fi throughout
the property. It also has a nice outdoor pool with plastic sun loungers, and a
picnic area with a few benches. There's a cafe that serves basic snacks
and has vending machines for hot drinks. Guests can use a laundry room,
and there is also a computer station and printer. Car parking is free, and there’s also a free
shuttle from here to Disney World and Universal Studios, although it runs very
infrequently and the pick-up times may not suit all guests.
