If you are interested in staying close to the Disney theme parks without staying at a Disney-owned resort, there is a selection hotels located next to the Downtown Disney Marketplace that technically lie within the boundaries of Walt Disney World. These hotels offer the convenience of being within minutes of the action, but not the on-site benefits of staying at Disney's resorts, such as extra hours in the parks.
All of the accommodations at the DoubleTree Guest Suites are two-room suites that feature a living room and bedroom. Accommodations include a flat-screen television with premium cable channels, a microwave, refrigerator and a choice of one king or two double beds. Accessible rooms are also available for guests with special needs. The hotel also offers a complimentary shuttle to Downtown Disney. Palm trees circle the pool area, providing a reminder that you are in sunny Florida.
DoubleTree Guest Suites in the Walt Disney World Resort
2305 Hotel Plaza Blvd,
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-934-1000
doubletree.com
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel makes getting to local attractions easy with complimentary shuttles to the Walt Disney World theme parks and local outlet shopping. Some rooms offer views of Epcot's nightly fireworks show. A restaurant, lounge and cafe are located within the resort, and room service is available. The hotel has a heated pool and a game room, and all rooms feature a video game console.
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel
2000 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-828-2424
lakebuenavistaresorthotel.com
The Regal Sun Resort stands out from the competition by offering a breakfast with Disney characters several times a week. The resort also features children's' activities, in-room massages, tennis and basketball courts and a health club. An additional resort fee gives guests extra benefits, including wireless Internet access, an in-room refrigerator and a USA Today newspaper.
Regal Sun Resort
1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-828-4444
regalsunresort.com
The Holiday Inn in the Walt Disney World Resort is an all non-smoking hotel just minutes from Downtown Disney that offers free transportation to the Walt Disney World theme parks every half hour. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, bar, room service and a grab-and-go dining location. A specially designed pool features a separate area for swimming laps. You can choose from rooms with either two queens or one king bed, with a choice of views of Downtown Disney, the pool, or a standard resort view.
Holiday Inn in the Walt Disney World Resort
1805 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-828-8888
hiorlando.com
