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These favourite Central Florida holiday destinations are loved for their world-class theme and waterparks, shopping malls and dining options. With new attractions opening every year, there is always something to come back to!
Orlando encompasses the International Drive and Universal Orlando Resort area, and puts you close to not only the Universal parks, but also Sea World, Discovery Cove, Aquatica and Wet’n Wild, as well as an abundance of shops and restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. You do not necessarily need a car if you are staying in this area, as you can use the economical I-Ride bus service to take you where you want to go.
Central Florida of course also includes the Walt Disney World Resort, where you can stay in a selection of themed hotels and submerge yourself in everything Disney, or the Lake Buena Vista area which puts you between the other major resorts and with easy access to all of the other areas.
Suggested Itineraries
Our favourite stays
Monumental Movieland HotelModerateFrom £51 per room per night
Situated in close proximity to many major attractions such as Universal Studios, Mall at Millenia, Sea World and Walt Disney World. There is a wide range of amenities included such as a heated pool, fitness centre, games room and they offer a free shuttle service to Disney, Universal and Seaworld.
The 261 spacious guest rooms are comfortably furnished with an in-room safe, coffee maker, hair-dryer, refrigerator and complimentary Wi-Fi is offered.
Quality Suites near Orange County Convention CentreModerateFrom £56 per room per night
This comfortable hotel is conveniently located for exploring many of Orlando’s major attractions and theme parks, just one block off International Drive.
The rooms are all well-furnished and have flat screen televisions, coffee makers, hairdryers, microwaves, refrigerators and wireless internet. There is also an onsite pool, hot tub and a free hot breakfast is included in the price.
Orlando Metropolitan Resort
ModerateFrom £57 per room per night
This affordable resort is ideally located on International drive close to Universal Studios and great shopping, dining and golfing. A complimentary shuttle transportation to Disney , Universal Studios and Sea World.
The 297 rooms are all comfortably furnished and have televisions, coffee makers, refrigerators and air conditioning. Onsite, there is also an outdoor pool, children’s play area, tennis courts and a restaurant.
Rosen Inn International ModerateFrom £58 per room per night
This hotel is conveniently located in the heart of International Drive close to all the major attractions and great shopping and dining.
The rooms are all comfortably furnished and have televisions, coffee makers, refrigerators and hairdryers. Onsite, there are also two swimming pools, a game room, fitness centre and restaurant.
Holiday Inn International DriveFirst ClassFrom £121 per room per night
In a good location on International Drive.
This hotel has a large heated pool, fitness centre, jacuzzi, pool bar, kids pool, children’s playground, children’s supervised activities programme, terrace café, bar, food court, restaurant, games room, room service, night-club, comedy club, gift shop and Family Fun Centre. All rooms have cable TV, phone, microwave, fridge, safe, coffee maker, hairdryer and two double beds. There is a FREE shuttle to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Disney. Kids eat FREE when eating with two adults.
Spring Hill Suites HotelFirst ClassFrom £68 per room per night
Located close to Universal Orlando and International Drive, and approximately eight miles from the Walt Disney World Resort.
It is an all suite property, with studio suites sleeping up to six people. They have two queen-size beds in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living area. There is also a kitchenette with fridge, microwave and coffee maker. The hotel has a fitness centre, swimming pool, complimentary continental breakfast and FREE transportation to Walt Disney World.
Ramada Plaza Resort and SuitesFirst ClassFrom £66 per room per night
This hotel is ideally located on International Drive close to Universal Studios and other major attractions.
The rooms are all comfortably furnished and have flat screen televisions, coffee makers, refrigerators and air conditioning. There is also an onsite outdoor pool.
Wyndham Orlando ResortFirst ClassFrom £93 per room per night
This newly renovated resort is located in the heart of International Drive close to all of Orlando’s major attractions.
The 613 rooms are all stylishly furnished and have flat screen televisions, coffee makers and wireless internet. Onsite, there is also a fitness centre, golf course, outdoor pool and restaurant.
Hard Rock Hotel at universal OrlandoFirst ClassFrom £415 per room per night
Located in the heart of the action, this iconic family resort offers a huge variety of amenities for children and adults alike.
The 650 rooms are all modern and stylishly furnished and have flat screen televisions, iPod docking stations, refrigerators and coffee makers. Onsite, there is also a state of the art fitness centre, children’s club, large outdoor pool and several restaurants catering to a variety of tastes.
Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Universal Orlando First ClassFrom £185 per room per night
This hotel is located across the street from Universal Studios and within each reach of all of Orlando’s other major attractions.
The rooms are all comfortably furnished and have flat screen televisions, coffee makers, refrigerators, wireless internet. Onsite, there is also a fitness centre, outdoor pool, convenience store, game room and TGI Fridays.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando DeluxeFrom £425 per room per night
Situated on-site at Universal Orlando, and close to the other area attractions.
The hotel is in the style of a grand Mediterranean resort, and is nestled around a small bay, recreating the Italian seaside village of Portofino. All rooms have cable TV, video cassette player, radio, dual-line phone, hair dryer, mini-bar and in-room safe. There are three outdoor pools, two of which are themed, a spa offering body treatments, steam room and sauna, full health club (local charge applies), games room and there is a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course nearby. The hotel also offers laundry, dry cleaning, babysitting, gift shop and theme park benefits including Universal Express ride access and complimentary on-site transportation. Children under 17 years stay free in the room when sharing existing bedding.
Hyatt Regency OrlandoDeluxeFrom £144 per room per night
Located in the heart of all the action on International Drive, this upscale hotel offers premium amenities within minutes of Orlando’s world famous theme parks.
The 1639 rooms are all stylishly furnished and have flat screen televisions, iPod docking stations, coffee makers and high speed wireless internet. Onsite, there is also a state of the art gym, spa, three pools, tennis courts and several restaurants.
Renaissance Orlando Resort at Sea WorldDeluxeFrom £182 per room per night
This luxury resort is situated across the road from SeaWorld and close to all of Orlando’s other major attractions.
The rooms are all well-appointed and have flat screen televisions, marble bathrooms, coffee makers and refrigerators. Onsite, there is also a state of the art gym, luxury spa, outdoor poor, Starbucks and five restaurants to choose from.
Suggested Accommodation- Lake Buena Vista
Fairfield Inn Marriott Village ModerateFrom £44 per room per night
This family friendly hotel is conveniently located only a few miles away from the Walt Disney World Parks and attractions, close to Universal Studios, SeaWorld and shopping at the Orlando Premium Outlets.
The rooms are all comfortably furnished and have flat screen televisions, wireless internet, air conditioning, coffee makers and mini refrigerators. There is also an onsite fitness centre, pool and several dining options to choose from including Pizza Hut. A free shuttle service to many of Orlando’s major attractions is also available.
Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista ModerateFrom £50 per room per night
In a good location at Lake Buena Vista, just a five minute drive from Disney.
It has a restaurant, bar, gift shop, games room, free Wi-Fi, two swimming pools and poolside bar. All rooms have TV, refrigerator, coffee maker, safe and two double beds. There is a FREE shuttle to Disney, Universal Studios, Sea World and Wet 'n Wild. Continental breakfast is included. Kids eat FREE when eating with two adults.
Clarion Inn ModerateFrom £40 per room per night
This comfortable hotel is located just minutes away from Walt Disney World, Islands of Adventure & Universal Studios Orlando.
The rooms are all nicely furnished and have televisions, coffee makers, microwaves and refrigerators. Onsite, there is also an outdoor swimming pool, games room, convenience store and restaurant. A complimentary shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando is also available.
Buena Vista Suites First ClassFrom £75 per room per night
This modern all-suite hotel is located just minutes away from all of Orlando’s major attractions.
The 279 suites are all stylishly furnished and have separate living rooms with sofa beds, flat screen televisions, coffee makers, microwaves and mini refrigerators. Onsite, there is also an outdoor pool, exercise room, tennis and basketball courts and two restaurants.
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Resort First ClassFrom £65 per room per night
This family friendly resort is set in the heart of Walt Disney World right across the street from downtown Disney.
The rooms are all nicely furnished and have televisions, wireless internet, air conditioning, coffee makers and mini refrigerators. There is also an onsite fitness centre, two outdoor pools, tennis and basketball courts and several dining options to choose from. A complimentary shuttle service to every park in the Walt Disney World resort is available and three times a week guests have the opportunity to have breakfast with their favourite Disney characters.
Holiday Inn Sunspree First ClassFrom £50 per room per night
This family resort offers a wide range of facilities and excellent value for money.
There is a large swimming pool, kiddie pool, two jacuzzis, playground, fitness centre and kids activity programme. There is a buffet restaurant, deli, poolside bar and shop. There are standard rooms and Kidsuites which all have small kitchenette, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and TV and video. The Kidsuites have a separate partitioned area with bunk beds and an additional TV and video. The resort is within walking distance of shops and restaurants and provides free transportation to Walt Disney World.
Courtyard by Marriott First ClassFrom £84 per room per night
An ideal location which offers a complimentary shuttle to nearby parks such as Disney.
The rooms have been newly renovated and the amenities include Wi-Fi acess, TV, coffee/tea maker and mini-fridge with rollaway beds and cots available on request. Onsite there is a bar, two dining options, a fitness centre and an outdoor/indoor connecting swimming pool.
Sheraton Vistana First ClassFrom £163 per room per night
Set in an ideal location, this property offers one or two bedroom villas.
The rooms are comfortably furnished and the amenities include full kitchen or kitchenette, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, and TV with some villas also offering balconies.
Onsite amenities include 5 dining options, 7 outdoor pools and a fitness centre.
Hyatt Place Orlando Lake Buena Vista First ClassFrom £139 per room per night
Located within steps of world class shopping, wonderful dining and entertainment in the Disney Springs District, this hotel is in the ideal location only a mile from Disney.
All of the rooms come well equipped and the hotel offers on-site dining, an outdoor pool and a free shuttle service to Walt Disney World and Universal.
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress DeluxeFrom £171 per room per night
Enjoy being secluded in the heart of it all. This luxury resort is located just one mile from Walt Disney World and close to other major attractions.
The rooms are all spacious and well-furnished and have flat screen televisions, balconies, air conditioning and coffee makers. Onsite, there is also a state of the art fitness centre, outdoor pool four golf courses, luxury spa, tennis club, kids club and several restaurants serving a variety of international cuisines. A complimentary shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Sea World is also available.
Marriott Orlando World Centre DeluxeFrom £148 per room per night
This large upscale resort is conveniently located close to Walt Disney World
The 1883 rooms are all spacious and nicely furnished and have flat screen televisions, air conditioning and coffee makers. Onsite, there is also a fitness centre, world class golf course, full service spa, large outdoor pool, tennis and volleyball courts and several dining options to choose from. A shuttle service to Walt Disney World is also available.
Ritz Carlton Orlando DeluxeFrom £245 per room per night
This lakefront resort is inspired by Palazzos of Italy with exquisitely manicured lawns, and Greg Norman-designed 18-hole golf course.
This hotel is in close proximity with city’s major shopping arcades, SeaWorld, convention center and Universal Studios Orlando. Hotel amenities include shops, car rental desk, business center, air conditioning, wireless internet in public areas, bar, laundry service, sightseeing desk. Room amenities include bathroom toiletries, hairdryer, safe, trouser press, cable TV.
Four Seasons DeluxeFrom £422 per room per night
In the ideal location for visiting Walt Disney World, this upscale hotel offers modern facilities and amenities.
The 443 rooms are well equipped and the amenities include in-room safe, hair dryer, TV and Wi-Fi.
Onsite there is a number of outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts fitness centre, spa, golf course and on-site dining.
Suggested Accommodation- Walt Disney Resort Hotels
Disney's All-Star Resorts ModerateFrom £64 per room per night
Choose between the Sports, the Movies or the Music Resort.
Each resort has colourfully themed buildings, all offering comparable facilities. Every room has climate control, 2 double beds, cable TV, phone, radio and in-room safe. The resorts offer food courts, outdoor pools with a separate kid’s pool, pool bars, video arcades and a guest laundry service. Complimentary transportation within the Walt Disney Resort is available. Children under 18 years stay free in the room when sharing existing bedding.
Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort First ClassFrom £121 per room per night
The resort is divided into two main areas, the French Quarter and the Riverside
The Riverside area is themed to capture the atmosphere of “The Old South”, with accommodation in the style of Southern mansions or rustic Cajun bayou dwellings. The French Quarter recreates this area of New Orleans. Rooms have climate-control, cable TV, radio and phone. The hotel has a food-court, restaurants, lounges, pool-bar, games room and numerous outdoor heated pools. There is also a separate recreation area with waterslide, children’s pool, spa, playground and a marina. The resort offers room service and guest laundry. Complimentary transportation within the Walt Disney Resort is available. Children under 18 years stay free in the room when sharing existing bedding.
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort First ClassFrom £121 per room per night
Set in 200 lushly landscaped acres, this Caribbean themed resort is situated in the heart of Walt Disney World.
The rooms are all colorfully furnished and have televisions, coffee makers and wireless internet. Onsite, there is also a miniature golf course, seven swimming pools, playground, games arcade, volleyball court and several dining options to choose from. A complimentary shuttle service from the resort to all the theme parks and from the airport to the resort is also available Children under 18 years stay free in the room when sharing existing bedding.
Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort First ClassFrom £218 per room per night
Situated on 87 acres of beautiful lake front, this property is in the ideal Disney location.
The 2270 sophisticated guest rooms are well equipped with amenities including flat screen TV, coffee maker, mini-fridge, in-room safe and hair dryer. Onsite there is 17 restaurants and lounges, a spa, golf course, outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge DeluxeFrom £212 per room per night
This Disney hotel, which opened in 2001, is in the style of an African Game Preserve and is set in 30 acres of savannah.
All rooms have African décor, ceiling fan, 27-inch cable TV, phone, in-room safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and a private balcony with a view. The hotel has three restaurants offering both continental and African cuisine, lounge and a laundry service. In the recreational area there is a swimming pool, kid’s pool, whirlpool, health club, games room and a playground. In keeping with the theme of the hotel there is also an African Cultural and an Animal Programme, and African works of art are displayed through out. Complimentary transportation within the Walt Disney Resort is available.
Waldorf Astoria Orlando Disney World DeluxeFrom £197 per room per night
This luxurious resort is set in the heart of Walt Disney World.
The rooms are all spacious and beautifully furnished and have marble bathrooms, flat screen televisions with Blue-ray players, iPod docking stations, coffee makers and wireless internet. Onsite, there is also a state of the art fitness centre, world class golf course, luxury spa, two swimming pools, kids club and several restaurants to choose from. A complimentary shuttle service to all of the Walt Disney World theme parks is also available.