Disney World is the ultimate place for families; many of the hotels nearby offer special rooms, facilities and packages with families in mind. Most also offer free shuttle services, so you don't need to worry about transportation or parking. So, check-out the four theme parks, from the fantasy at Magic Kingdom to the 1,700 animals at the Animal Kingdom. After you enjoy the parks, retire to one of these hotels for relaxation and rejuvenation.
About 10 minutes from Epcot Center and Disney-Hollywood Studios, the Ramada provides a free shuttle to all of the Disney attractions. The Ramada's 40 kids' suites and nine adjoining rooms are perfect for families. Kids under 17 stay for free with a paying adult. There are smoking and pet-friendly rooms available. After a day out, relax in the outdoor heated pool with a cascading waterfall, Jacuzzi or poolside bar. At Tradewinds Family Buffet Restaurant, one child under 12 eats for free with a paying adult.
Ramada Maingate West Hotel
7491 W. Highway 192
Kissimmee, FL 34747
800-669-6753
ramadamaingatewest.com
The newly renovated Radisson Worldgate Resort is less than 10 minutes from Epcot Center and Universal Studios; it offers a free shuttle to all Disney attractions as well as Sea World and Universal Studios. The rooms and suites can sleep up to eight people in one or two bedrooms. To unwind and relax, there's a fully equipped fitness room, two pools, whirlpool and kids' play area. The Savannah Grille serves an extensive breakfast buffet for lunch and dinner; the Savannah Bar is perfect for a nightcap or catching a game on the large-screen TVs.
Radisson Worldgate Resort Orlando Florida Hotel
3011 Maingate Lane
Kissimmee, Florida 34747
866-705-7676
worldgateresort.com
The Holiday Inn is less than a mile to Disney World; it's only three miles to Sea World and six to Universal Studios. A free shuttle is provided to all the theme parks in Orlando. Kids' suites have a partitioned area with one or two bunk-beds and a king-sized bed for parents. Work-up a sweat in the state-of-the-art fitness center, relax in one of the two whirlpools or cool off in the over-sized pool. Enjoy casual dining at the on-site Appleby's, where four children under 12 eat for free with one paying adult. Captain Nemo's Lobster and Seafood Fest and Giordano's Chicago style pizzeria are just a few miles away. For shopper, take advantage of the free shuttle service to the hundreds of outlet stores within a few miles of the hotel.
Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista
13351 State Road 535
Orlando, FL 32821
866-808-8833
hisunspreelbv.com
