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Where to Stay in Orlando Florida for your Vacation

by: OliviaHoladay
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Orlando Florida has seven distinct areas where vacationers can stay as a home base for visiting the many theme parks and recreational spots. It can be quite a daunting task to carry out, so here are some tips that may help you choose the best place that will suit your vacation needs (and budget) during your stay in this family entertainment mecca.

South of Disney World (Highway 192 - Kissimmee)

Over the years, highway 192 has been a well-known destination for many of the tourists visiting Orlando. With its many restaurants, good golf courses, and family attractions, many visitors consider this area an excellent one for finding hotel accommodations. Hotel prices are less expensive here compared to hotels in other areas. However, many of the structures are aging as most were built in the late 1970's. Many of these hotels are not connected with national brands.

North of Disney World

Also called the Lake Buena Vista area, this is the newest venue for places to stay in Orlando County. The hotels here were built starting in the early 1990's to the present and are mostly associated with the national hotel chains. The Lake Buena Vista area managed by the Walt Disney Corporation and hosts great shopping and dining within a few miles radius.

Inside the Disney World Resort

For the Disney connoisseur, the resort itself would be the best option to search for a good hotel. By definition, it will be the closest to Disney World attractions and a free shuttle service to all the parks runs at least every half hour. All Disney World hotels are managed to the highest standards, so there is a high probability for an excellent stay. However, these hotel rooms only allow up to four people in a single room and can cost almost double compared to hotels outside the Disney World confines. There is a lot to be said, however, for not having to make the daily car rides back and forth to Disney World.

Universal Studios Theme Park Area

There are also some good options that can be considered in this area, but not as much as there is in other areas of Orlando County. Only a few hotels can be found in this area and there is not much competition going on between them, so the prices are really not that attractive.

Downtown Orlando

An Orlando vacation means visiting the theme parks and beautiful attractions that this region has to offer. Most likely, you will not enjoy the traffic hassles of long trips from downtown to the theme parks - not to mention the time that you will be wasting traveling thirty minutes or more to and from Disney World each day. There are just too many good alternatives to staying downtown.

Orlando County Convention Center Area

This area is just a few minutes away from SeaWorld so it can be a good choice for those who will be going to that park. However, the prices are a little more expensive here while the amenities that the hotels offer are mostly geared for business travelers than for families.

SeaWorld / International Drive Area

This is our favorite area to stay when vacationing with children. The reason is due to the number of villa resorts in the area. For the same price as a nice hotel room, you can have a two bedroom villa with full kitchen, whirlpool bath, living room and screened veranda. These resorts have lakes, pools, activity centers and other amenities that children (and adults) love. You will especially appreciate these resorts if you have some planned non-park days.

Orlando offers a large variety of different options for lodging. By reviewing the different choices described in this article, you will be well on your way to making the right decision for a great Orlando vacation.

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About the Author

Olivia Holaday is Travel Editor for Orlando-Hotel-Accommodation.com. Find a complete listing of Hotels in Orlando here.  

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