The Orlando area is filled with hotels and resorts offering a variety of amenities, children's activities, dining and clean accommodations. Because of the selection of resorts in the Walt Disney World vicinity, there is no need to spend the extra money to stay on Disney property during your vacation. These resorts are within minutes of the Disney theme parks and a short ride to the other Orlando attractions, including SeaWorld, Universal Studios and International Drive.
Located just over one mile from the eastern boarder of Walt Disney World the Marriott World Center is not only convenient, it offers guests the amenities to make spending a day at the resort just as enjoyable as a day in the theme parks. Guests will be able to choose between one of six pools, children's wading pools and a 106-foot slide at the resort's main pool.
The resort is also home to a 18 hole championship golf course, perfect for those looking for a golf vacation. Other recreational activities at the Marriott World Center include jogging and fitness trail, sauna, tennis and volleyball. Kids can spend time in the Children's Activity Center complete with games, toys, televisions, videos and indoor pool. Organized daily activities include pool games, bingo and crafts.
The resort offers a diverse selection of dining options, including a daily breakfast buffet at Solaris or an Italian dinner at Ristorante Tuscany. Other restaurants on site at the Marriott World Center include Mikado's Japanese Steakhouse, Mangrove Emporium Food Court, High Velocity, The Lobby Lounge and Pavilion Pool Bar.
Marriott World Center
8701 World Center Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
407-239-4200
Marriott.com
Named an Official Walt Disney World Hotel, the Regal Sun is in the Downtown Disney Hotel area and offers the convenience of staying right on the border of Disney property. Guests will be able to take advantage of the complimentary transportation to and from all of the Disney theme parks and Downtown Disney.
Guest rooms and suites offer private balconies and patios offer panoramic city views, Aquatic Playground view or Lake Buena Vista (Disney) view. Each room is equipped with a television, high-speed wireless Internet, radio alarm clock, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, refrigerator, in-room safe and coffee maker.
Guests can enjoy a Disney character breakfast on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in the Lakeview Restaurant. Other restaurants at the Regal Sun include the Sundial 24-7, the Oasis Bar and Grill, the Eclipse Bar and Horizons Bar.
Other amenities at the Regal Sun include the Oasis Aquatic Playground and the Director of Fun, which is in charge of scheduling daily family activities. Activities offered include scavenger hunts, pool games and sporting games.
Regal Sun Resort
1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-828-4444
RegalSunResort.com
The World Gate Resort Orlando is one mile from Walt Disney World in the Celebration area. Celebration is filled with shopping, dining and nightlife venues all within walking distance of the resort. Guests will be treated to round-trip transportation to the Walt Disney World theme parks and Downtown Disney area.
Guests can choose between the King Room, Double Room, Executive Suites and Presidential Suite. All rooms are equipped with mini-refrigerator, coffee maker and in-room safe.
Recreational amenities at the World Gate Resort Orlando include two swimming pools, whirlpool, lighted tennis and basketball courts, game room and kid's play area. Guests can dine at the Pralines Court Food Service or the Savannah Grille Restaurant and Bar.
World Gate Resort Orlando
3011 Maingate Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34747
407-396-1400
WorldGateResort.com