Orlando in Orange County, Florida, is a family-friendly destination with endless attractions. Attractions such as Universal Studios and Walt Disney World bring in an estimated 52 million tourists a year. New attractions, such the opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in October 2010, continue to attract visitors to the area. A nice hotel may include clean facilities, good customer service and extra facilities, and there are many to choose from in the city.
The Grand Bohemian Hotel is luxurious and has plenty of style. The reception area has an Italian mosaic ceiling and displays more than 150 rare works of art. Each room has triple-layered bedding and, if you stay in a suite, you will have velvet drapes. The hotel has a spa and 24-hour fitness center, plus an outdoor whirlpool that overlooks downtown Orlando. Lake Eola Park is a recreation area just one block away. Here you can enjoy a walk about the lake and park. Because the hotel is in the arts district, museums and galleries are close by. The box office for the Orlando Opera is within walking distance.
Grand Bohemian Hotel
325 S. Orange Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801
407-313-9000
grandbohemianhotel.com
The Portofino Bay Hotel is a large complex with 750 rooms. It has eight restaurants, three swimming pools and a supervised children's activity center. As of October 2010 by staying here you also get the queue jump Universal Express ticket for both Universal theme parks free of charge. Rooms are spacious, modern and clean, with the option for a view overlooking the pool. This is a good option if you want easy access to the main attractions in Orlando. The hotel is within the same precinct as Unverisal Studios Florida and across the road from the Festival Bay Mall. The Mall has hundreds of shops and cafes. It even has glow-in-the-dark mini golf and an inflatable play center.
Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
407-503-1000
loewshotels.com
You can access the Crowne Plaza Hotel from Interstate 4, and it is conveniently located four miles from the executive airport. Although it is 15 miles from the main attractions such as Walt Disney World, downtown Orlando is within walking distance and here you can watch a performance at the Bob Carr Theater or enjoy the many restaurants dotted around the business district. Guest rooms include a 42-inch plasma TV and Wi-Fi. Plus, you have access to movie rentals and a work desk.
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Orlando, FL 32801
401-843-8700
crowneplaza.com
