Where to stay
in Orlando

International Drive

Close to the the theme parks and with hundreds of hotels, shops and restaurants, the International Drive area is an ideal base for a holiday in one of Orlando's busiest areas. The I-Ride Trolley offers a quick and fun way to get around and especially suits those who don't want to hire a car. Benefits of staying here include:

• Close proximity to five world-famous theme parks, including Universal Orlando^® Resort, SeaWorld^® Orlando and Discovery Cove^®. Aquatica™, SeaWorld’s brand new waterpark.
• Walt Disney World Resort is just ten minutes away.
• Choice of ambience, from the popular northern end, to the quieter and more spread-out southern end.
• More than 480 designer and outlet stores, including the Florida Mall and Orlando Premium Outlets, plus three stadium-style movie cinemas.

Lake Buena Vista

Lake Buena Vista was created by Walt Disney World, and as it's home to Walt Disney World Resort, it makes an ideal base for exploring all the parks and attractions in Orlando. There's a great choice of hotels in the area, including the Disney Resort Hotels, putting you in a prime location for accessing the many shops and restaurants situated in and around the famous theme parks. It's also generally quieter and leafier than International Drive. Benefits include:

• Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom, all on your doorstep.
• Head to nearby Downtown Disney for family entertainment.
• 10 minutes away from Universal Orlando^® Resort, SeaWorld^® Orlando, Discovery Cove^® and Wet 'n' Wild^® Orlando.

Walt Disney World Resort

Choose from the amazing themed hotels at Walt Disney World Resort. There's something for every taste and budget, from value to deluxe, and you can even stay in an African-style lodge complete with animal reserve at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Plus, staying at the Resort means you'll benefit from a wealth of extras, such as:

• Disney's Extra Magic Hours, giving you exclusive extra time in the parks.
• Disney's Magical Express, for easy transportation from the airport.
• Complimentary resort transportation takes you from your hotel to the Walt Disney World Resort attractions by motor coach, monorail and water taxi.
• Pick up your car at the resort - there's an Alamo depot at the Disney Car Care Centre.
• Disney Dining Plan - a great value option if you're staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel and pre-purchasing theme park tickets.

Universal Orlando^® Resort

Stay close to all the excitement and entertainment in one of the themed hotels at Universal Orlando^® Resort: at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort; the Hard Rock Hotel^®; or the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, you’ll enjoy a total break from reality. The advantages of staying here include:

• Two dazzling theme parks right next to your hotel - Universal Studios^® and Universal's Islands of Adventure^®.
• Free water taxi or shuttle takes you to the theme parks and the entertainment complex Universal CityWalk^®.
• If you have purchased a Universal Orlando^® Resort theme park ticket, show your room key to enjoy Universal Express^SM ride access and bypass the queues at virtually all rides and attractions at Universal Orlando^® Resort.
  On-site hotel privileges good for hotel stay as indicated on the room key card. Only good for the number of guests staying in the room. Paid theme park admission required. Some attractions excluded. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Additional restrictions may apply. Subject to change and may operate seasonally.

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Kissimmee

A little further from the theme parks but still close to all the action is Kissimmee. This town has shops, restaurants, hotels and attractions of its own, along with a central location for easy access to Walt Disney World Resort, SeaWorld^® Orlando, Discovery Cove^® and Universal Orlando^® Resort.

• Visit historic downtown Kissimmee to see cattle auctions and rodeos.
• Close to Gatorland and other family friendly resorts and water parks.
• Activities available include horse riding, bass fishing and golf.