Pool area of the Waldorf Astoria and Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando
Orlando remains one of the world’s most popular family destinations and has a huge array of attractions to enjoy. Whether you want to explore the themeparks, enjoy animals at SeaWorld and Gatorland, or simply visit the actual city of Orlando itself you can have a great holiday without too much trouble. Due to its huge popularity, Orlando unsurprisingly has a large variety of hotels for you to enjoy, with many offering you the ideal retreat whether you’re holidaying as a family, a group of friends or a couple.
Some of the best hotels in the area include the Waldorf Astoria, Reunion Resort and Club and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando. These three hotels are at the top of the areas high quality accommodation, and if you’re looking for style and chic, they are the places to book. Staying at the Waldorf Astoria will offer you access to four outside swimming pools, a nightclub, spa, and 12 restaurants. It is also close to a number of attractions including DisneyQuest, Typhoon Lagoon and the Downtown Disney area. Reunion Resort meanwhile is the perfect accommodation for golf enthusiasts, with the hotel set amongst 2,300 acres of gorgeously landscaped park and golf courses. It is just six miles from Walk Disney World, with SeaWorld and Universal Studios being 12 miles and 16 miles away respectively and it ideal if you want a secluded setting. Reunion Resort also has the great offer of children’s activities, allowing you some timeout by the pool to relax by yourself. Finally, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando is set by a lake, offering stunning views across the water. With an Italian theme, the hotel is just two miles from SeaWorld and nine miles from Universal Studios.
Away from the top hotels there are also several tourist favourites, including the Floridays Resort Orlando. Close to attractions such as Aqautica, Discovery Cove and SeaWorld, the 3.5 star resort is a great alternative to some of the 5 star hotels in the area. Meanwhile, the 3 star Homewood Suites Orlando-UCF Area is also a popular choice, and it highly regarded for its food and quality service.
When enjoying the areas beautiful hotels it is also a good idea to utilise local car hire Orlando services. Public transport is not freely available in the city, and with taxis being relatively expensive you could find charges quickly mounting up. However, by taking advantage of cheaper car rental deals you could not only save money, but ensure comfort for all the family as you take your day excursions without having to drag bags around with you.
Most hotels in Orlando are close to the huge array of attractions that the area has to offer, making trips to parks such as Walt Disney World or Universal Studios relatively easy. Many of the attractions also have their own affiliated hotels, allowing you to get early park entry and great package deals. However, with accommodation options close to all the major experiences, you can ensure high quality stays without having to compromise on travel time to Orlando’s famous activities.
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