While certain perks and privileges exist that make staying at a Disney World hotel or resort worthwhile, it is important to keep in mind that you can find some better rates on hotels outside the park. One of the features that people like about staying inside Disney is the ability to just park the car once and take Disney transportation from hotel to resort. Keep in mind, however, that many hotels and motels around Orlando offer free shuttle service from the hotel to Disney World. While in the hotel, you can take advantage of Disney's transportation to get to Disney's five quality golf courses, including the championship-caliber Osprey Ridge and the nine-hole walking course at Oak Trail.
Wyndham Orlando Resort
The free shuttle service offered by the Wyndham not only takes you to Disney World but will also get you to Universal Studios and Sea World. While at the Wyndham, take a pleasant walk through the gardens and lakes that transform this from another hotel into a tropical paradise. The rooms are spacious, and the hotel has three pools, a fitness center and a sauna. Kids will love the playground and game rooms as well as the potential for sleeping in bunkbeds.
Wyndham Orlando Resort
8001 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 351-2420
wyndham.com/hotels/MCOWD/main.wnt
Hampton Inn Maingate
The best thing about the Hampton Inn Maingate is that it is just five minutes from Disney World so if you decide not to take the shuttle, the drive is quick and easy. Rooms feature a microwave, refrigerator, 32-inch television set and free high-speed Internet. The pool is an excellent place to soothe your tired muscles after a day at Animal Kingdom or the Palm Golf Course at Disney World.
Hampton Inn Maingate
3000 Maingate Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34747
(800) 391-7909
galleriapalmsorlando.com/
Parc Corniche
Those with plans to fit both Sea World and Disney World into their Orlando vacation should consider staying at the Parc Corniche. This hotel is conveniently located near Sea World but also provides a free shuttle to Disney World. Save money by filling up on the free breakfast, and when you come back, take a relaxing dip on the pool. The spa is small but provides ample opportunity to get a deep-healing massage to send out to the links with a smooth motion.
Parc Corniche Resort
6300 Parc Corniche Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
(800) 446-2721
parccorniche.com/
DoubleTree Resort
The DoubleTree resort offers free shuttle service to both Disney World and Universal Orlando. It is also near Sea World in case you plan on visiting Shamu and friends. This is a big hotel with more than 1,000 rooms, and every one of them has a mini-refrigerator, an iPod station and 32-inch television stations. Both the outdoor pool and whirlpool spa are heated, and the fitness room is filled with exercise gear. The DoubleTree extends several choices for dining and beverage on site, including Pompano's Restaurant, a quiet bar, a spritz bar and a deli.
DoubleTree Resort
10100 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
(407) 352-1100
doubletreeorlandoidrive.com/
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