The Mall at Millenia lies just off of Interstate 4 between downtown Orlando and the theme parks in the southern part of town. Within the mall, shoppers can indulge in high-end shopping or window shopping at stores like Prada, Jimmy Choo and Louis Vuitton, shop at popular department stores or choose from an international array of treats at the food court in between hunting for bargains. Within just a few miles of the mall, you will find a variety of hotels that range from luxury to budget accommodations.
The Westin Imagine Orlando offers a special package for guests who plan to shop at the Mall at Millenia which includes valet parking, a personal shopper at Gucci, a selection of food and beverages at the mall, gift wrapping at the mall's concierge, a Mall at Millenia tote bag and more, in addition to your accommodations. The hotel is located just across the street from the Orange County Convention Center, 2 miles from Sea World, 3 miles from Universal Studios and 5 miles from the Mall at Millenia, which can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Amenities at The Westin Imagine Orlando include an on-site Italian restaurant, a business center, a heated outdoor pool and a fitness center. Some rooms at the hotel feature kitchenettes, and all suites come equipped with a full kitchen.
The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is located right next to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventures theme parks, and offers its guests special perks at the parks including an express line pass, complimentary shuttles to the park entrances and the ability to charge purchases back to your room account. The hotel is just 3 miles from the Mall at Millenia, about a six minute drive. You will find three swimming pools, boutique shops, a full service spa and an art gallery. The hotel's Italian Riviera theme is reflected in its 705 guest rooms and 45 suites which feature amenities such as luxury bed linens and toiletries, plush bath robes, flat panel HDTVs and Italian furnishings.
If you prefer to stay in a less expensive hotel and spend more of your vacation budget on shopping, the Comfort Inn and Suites Universal Studios Area location offers rooms starting around $85 per night, as of the end of 2010, as well as a convenient location just 2 miles from the Mall at Millenia. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to the Universal and Sea World theme parks, a complimentary breakfast, a game room and an outdoor heated pool and hot tub. There are more than 20 restaurants within a half mile of the hotel, including fast food, coffee shops, pizzerias and a Japanese steak house.
