Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel
The Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel features large rooms that include satellite television programming, video games on the TV, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. For an additional fee, you can also get wireless Internet service and a mini-refrigerator. Some rooms feature a view of Disney's nightly fireworks show. The fitness center features stair-steppers and exercise bikes, and there is an outdoor heated pool. A free shuttle can take you to Disney's theme parks or Downtown Disney. This Best Western features several dining options, including a Pizza Hut Express, Traders Island Grill and the Parakeet Café.
Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel
2000 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(800) 348-3765
lakebuenavistaresorthotel.com
Buena Vista Palace
The name alone tells you that this hotel is in Buena Vista. The Palace places you less than one mile from Downtown Disney and its retail stores, restaurants, nightclubs and live entertainment. Room features include private balconies that offer views of Downtown Disney, the water or the hotel's large pool. Other amenities include a refrigerator, safe and 32-inch flat-screen TV. Multi-bedroom suites include a microwave, down pillows and wet bar. The full-service spa covers 10,000 square feet and offers a range of facial and body treatments, including massage. Relax those sore limbs in either a heated pool or whirlpool. Located on the hotel's property is an Outback Steakhouse, Kook Sports Bar, a bar and grill, and a cafe.
Buena Vista Palace
1900 Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
www.buenavistapalace.com
The Dolphin and Swan Resorts
The Dolphin and Swan are both Buena Vista luxury resorts on the property of Walt Disney World in Orlando. The spacious rooms are decorated with touches like frosted glass, maple furniture and designed wall coverings. Rooms include 32-inch flat-panel TV sets, hair dryer, high-speed Internet access, pay-per-view movies and, at the Dolphin, a refreshment center. The Mandara Spa offers an extensive list of services, including several types of massage, reflexology and body wraps. Although neither of these hotels is actually owned by Disney, you still receive privileges at Disney's golf courses, like preferred tee times, discounts on equipment rental and a free taxi ride to any of the courses.
Dolphin Resort
1500 Epcot Resort Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(800) 227-1500
swandolphin.com
Swan Resort
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(800) 248-7926
swandolphin.com
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