I drive hotels

[lindaanddarren]

we are planning for our trip in October and so far have 3 plans. Either doing 12 nights in a villa & 2 nights at universals RPH or doing 12 nights onsite disney & 2 nights at RPH and the third idea is to stay on site at disney for 6 nights , 2 nights at RPR at universal and the other 6 nights around I-drive chilling , shopping,going to seaworld & space Kennedy centre etc. The reason I like to split stay is we're not keen on driving (although know if we get the villa we will need to hire a car).

Can anyone recommended a really good hotel/condo around i drive or other area with shop's, restaurants etc within walking distance. Ideally we would like a separate sleeping area as we are going with my partners 14 year old son. somewhere with good on site facilities as well as a lovely ,modern room . Any suggestions please.

 

[Kath2003]

we are planning for our trip in October and so far have 3 plans. Either doing 12 nights in a villa & 2 nights at universals RPH or doing 12 nights onsite disney & 2 nights at RPH and the third idea is to stay on site at disney for 6 nights , 2 nights at RPR at universal and the other 6 nights around I-drive chilling , shopping,going to seaworld & space Kennedy centre etc. The reason I like to split stay is we're not keen on driving (although know if we get the villa we will need to hire a car).

Can anyone recommended a really good hotel/condo around i drive or other area with shop's, restaurants etc within walking distance. Ideally we would like a separate sleeping area as we are going with my partners 14 year old son. somewhere with good on site facilities as well as a lovely ,modern room . Any suggestions please.

Try the Homewood Suites by Hilton at 8745 I Drive - right in the middle of the nicer end of I Drive. They have 1 or 2 bedroom suites with a full kitchen. Hot breakfast also included in the price. Not sure of your dates but typically £180ish/night for the 2 bedroom suite.

You can also try the Embassy Suites - similar deal, similar location.

On a lower budget, you could try the Holiday Inn Express at 7276 I Drive - they have suites.

If you want to be a bit further out and don't mind hopping on the bus briefly to get to some restaurants etc. try Hilton Grand Vacation Club or Floridays.

 

[lindaanddarren]

Hi,
thanks for the reply...I was starting to think no one knew of any nice condos on I drive lol. I have stayed at Floridays & although it was nice it was a bit too far up I drive (although handy for premium outlets).

I'll have a look at the others you recommended. I need to be quick & decide where to stay as the free DDP finishes at the beginning of Feb....
which option do you think I should go for. I'm taking my partner & his 14 yr old son for their first visit. I really want to get the location right as I want them to love Orlando as much as I do
1) villa at Windsor hills or similar for 12 nights & 2 nights on site at universal
2) Saratoga springs villa for 12 nights (& get the free dining) & 2 nights at universal
3) Saratoga villa for 6 nights, universal for 2 & remainder in a condo/hotel around I drive to go shopping, sea world, Kennedy space centre.

thanks again for the reply

 

[saddler andy]

Try the Homewood Suites by Hilton at 8745 I Drive - right in the middle of the nicer end of I Drive. They have 1 or 2 bedroom suites with a full kitchen. Hot breakfast also included in the price. Not sure of your dates but typically £180ish/night for the 2 bedroom suite.

You can also try the Embassy Suites - similar deal, similar location.

On a lower budget, you could try the Holiday Inn Express at 7276 I Drive - they have suites.

If you want to be a bit further out and don't mind hopping on the bus briefly to get to some restaurants etc. try Hilton Grand Vacation Club or Floridays.

Embassy Suites is fantastic, if a little dated, have been there twice happy hour 5-7 drinks!

 

[lindaanddarren]

Hi sandier Andy,
I see you have stayed at Windsor hills - how does that compare with staying in a condo ...which did you prefer ?

 

[saddler andy]

Hi sandier Andy,
I see you have stayed at Windsor hills - how does that compare with staying in a condo ...which did you prefer ?

I much preferred Windsor Hills its a great destination. If you've any questions of be happy to help, where I can.

 

[lindaanddarren]

Thanks ...How long did it take you to drive to the parks? I've only once stayed at a villa & the thing that put me off was the driving & not being close to any shops or restaurant. What's close by,in the way of shops?