Hilton Orlando
Located right in the heart of Disney's Downtown Disney shopping, restaurant and entertainment complex, the Hilton Orlando presents guests with access to an arcade, outdoor swimming pool, ATM, cybercafe, gift shops, salon services, babysitting and laundry facilities. On-site restaurants include Benihana, a breakfast buffet and casual fare. Guests who stay at the Hilton Orlando enjoy a free Disney shuttle service to all parks and extra magic hours, which are early or late stays in the parks that are reserved solely for Disney hotel guests.
Hilton Orlando
1751 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
(407) 827-4000
hilton.com
Doubletree Guest Suites
If you're traveling with a large group, take note that the Doubletree Guest Suites is the only hotel facility offering all suites near the Downtown Disney area. Children will love that they have their own check-in desk at the Doubletree (where they receive cookies), plus a pool and arcade just for them. Only adult hikers? The Doubletree offers tennis, fitness center and walking trails. Other hotel amenities include a gift shop, laundry and high-speed Internet. The Doubletree is on the Disney transportation line so guests will receive free shuttle service from the hotel to the parks.
Doubletree Guest Suites
2305 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
(407) 934-1000
doubletree.hilton.com
Holiday Inn Express
Budget-minded travelers will enjoy a stay at the Holiday Inn where low price doesn't mean boring. The hotel's pool offers a waterslide and waterfall. Other hotel amenities include a fitness center, concierge desk to assist with park tours and tickets, continental breakfast and free parking. A free shuttle transports guests to the Disney theme parks.
Holiday Inn Express
8686 Palm Parkway
Orlando, Florida 32836-6434
(800) 972-2590
ichotelsgroup.com
Buena Vista Palace
A sophisticated stay awaits travelers at the Buena Vista Palace. Within walking distance from the Downtown Disney marketplace, the Palace gives guests who golf preferred tee times at resort golf courses. Swimmers will enjoy the three pools (monitored by a Pool Ambassador who provides drinks, CDs and magazines). Sports enthusiasts will love the sand volleyball court, tennis, basketball, fitness center and jogging trails. Dining options abound including meet-the-characters breakfast, Australian Outback restaurant and bars. The hotel offers free shuttle service to all Disney parks and admission to early or late park magic hours.
Buena Vista Palace
1900 Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830-2206
(866) 397-6516
buenavistapalace.com
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