Where to stay in Orlando

[cali4life]

We are planning a trip to Disney World Orlando and I am curious about the best places to stay OUTSIDE of the park. Suggestions?

Thanks,

 

[Gina-Gina-Bo-Bina]

We love the Sheraton Vistana Resort. Check it out here:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3148502

Large, modern villas with all the comforts of home, fabulous resort amenities (7 pools, 6 hot tubs, baskeball courts, volleyball courts, 13 tennis courts, shuffleboard, mini golf, surrey bicycles, farmers market, onsite store and restaurants) , and a great location for all the Orlando parks.

Its also close to the outlet malls, Walmart, and every dining establishment known to man (or so it seems).

Parking is free, wifi is free, and there's a ton of scheduled activities (bingo, karaoke, dive-in movies, pool parties, wine tastings, Gatorland visits, etc.) every day so you don't even have to leave the resort if you don't want to.

 

[Upatnoon]

We are planning a trip to Disney World Orlando and I am curious about the best places to stay OUTSIDE of the park. Suggestions?

Thanks,

Everything from 4 star hotels to rental homes are available. What kind of place do you WANT to stay in? And for how much money? Then you'll get better help.

 

[jaykorf001]

We love Wyndham Bonnet Creek. We used Ken and Denise at Vacation Upgrades to book our trip. Highly recommend.

 

[Grumpy92]

On property but not disney Hotels - Hilton BC and Hilton DTD
Off Property - Hilton Idrive, Renaissance Sea World, Doubletree Sea World and JW Marriott, Cabana Bay at US.

 

[HopperFan]

There are SO MANY options. Depends on what you are looking for in space and amenities, and budget.

 

[Rizzodrat]

I came here looking for an answer to this specific question. I am looking for a clean hotel/motel room for a family of 5. That's it. I don't need a pool or fancy amenities. If we're conscious, we'll be at the parks. If we're at the hotel/motel, we'll be asleep. I would LOVE to stay on property, but the "family of 5" thing really runs the price tag up. Any suggestions?

 

[Planogirl]

Caribe Royale.

 

[HopperFan]

I came here looking for an answer to this specific question. I am looking for a clean hotel/motel room for a family of 5. That's it. I don't need a pool or fancy amenities. If we're conscious, we'll be at the parks. If we're at the hotel/motel, we'll be asleep. I would LOVE to stay on property, but the "family of 5" thing really runs the price tag up. Any suggestions?

We stick with suites and try for breakfast as well. Everyone knows to fill up!

Embassy Suites, our favorite is Lake Buena Vista South. Rates can have wide range based on dates.

Buena Vista Suites, very nice, great rates offered, great location. Look at Mousesaver's for special links and on BVS suite for one day specials.

Caribe Royal Suites, very nice, sister to BVS. No breakfast unless a special offered, higher priced but nicer amenities. Check their site for one day sales, sometimes really good. This weeks was great.

StayBridge Suites Lake Buena Vista, just went through big rehab and looks great. Has awesome breakfast buffet great for filling up for the day.

Doubletree Suites Downtown Disney, just rehabbed and very nice. Look at Mousesavers for savings link including breakfast. Has some good rates sometimes and only extra is parking.

Several of the DTD hotels will sleep 5 and a good option if you can get a special rate. Look here www.downtowndisneyhotels.com.

Holiday Inn Resort on 535 has some Kidsuites that will sleep that many. Again look at Mousesavers for a link. Small resort fee.

Sometimes renting a timeshare condo can be your best bet. Our five just stayed at Wyndham Bonnet Creek in a two bedroom (1 King, 2 Doubles, 1 nice fold out sofabed, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and laundry) and we paid $88 a night with taxes. We didn't use much of amenities but love the space, location and size.