Travelers can get more for their money by staying at hotels a short drive from Disney World.
When planning a trip to Disney World, near Orlando, Florida, your hotel options are numerous. With central Florida being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, just about every hotel chain has a variety of accommodations within a short drive of the Disney property. While many visitors enjoy staying on-site at Disney, a savvy traveler can get a lot more for their dollar, including a larger room or a resort accommodation, by booking an off-site hotel.
Best Western Lake Buena Vista
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel is so close to Disney World it is actually on the property. This 100% smoke-free hotel offers 325 rooms in a high-rise setting. Offering a heated outdoor pool, a fitness center and even a babysitting service, the AAA-rated 3-diamond hotel offers large rooms with free local calls, a hair dryer and coffee service. A refrigerator and microwave can be delivered to your room for a nominal fee, as can cribs and a rollaway bed. Deluxe rooms offer a sofa bed for additional sleeping space. Adjoining rooms are available. Traders Island Grill is located on the property, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All guests at the resort receive free transportation to the Disney theme parks.
Best Western Lake Buena Vista
2000 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-8406
407-828-2424
bestwestern.com
Residence Inn by Marriott Lake Buena Vista North
Just five minutes from Disney World, and close to several other local attractions, the AAA-rated 3-diamond Residence Inn offers large family-size suites with a kitchenette. This 100% smoke free hotel allows pets, but you must inform the front desk. A good choice for vacationing families, the Residence Inn is an all-suite hotel with a large living area, full kitchen and a sleeper sofa. Rooms are available as a studio king, a family suite and one- and two-bedroom suites. The bedroom suites offer an apartment-like setting with ample living space and private bedrooms. A hot breakfast buffet is offered seven days a week and the hotel provides a free shuttle to and from Disney World. While there are numerous dining opportunities on Disney property, there are also many places to eat within a five-minute drive of the hotel.
Residence Inn by Marriott Lake Buena Vista North
11450 Marbella Palm Court
Orlando, FL 32836
407-465-0075
marriott.com
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
Built between a series of small lakes and offering a breathtaking view of the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, the JW Marriott in Orlando is just a few miles from the Disney property. Offering 1,000 guest rooms and 64 suites, this is one of the larger hotels in the area. All rooms feature Wi-Fi access as well as wired data ports. Each room features a large 32-inch TV screen. The deluxe room (the standard) is 402 square feet, with suite rooms measuring more than double that. Outside, guests will find a lagoon shaped pool. The hotel shares spa services with the Ritz-Carlton, offering full salon treatment. The hotel offers specials and getaway packages on its website.
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lake
4040 Central Florida Parkway
Orlando, FL 32837
407-206-2300
w-marriott.grandelakes.com
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Situated close to the Disney property, this 750-room resort sits on 1,500 acres of lush tropical land and features numerous recreational diversions including a 45-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, a racquet club and a huge lake available for water sports. A waterfall feeds the lagoon-style swimming pool, and the hotel offers special children's programs. All rooms have a private balcony overlooking the grounds. The beds offer premium mattresses and thick cotton linens. A shuttle service runs to and from Disneyland several times a day. There are eight restaurants on-site.
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
One Grand Cypress Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32836
407-239-1234
hyatt.com
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