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It's not just Disney and Universal hotels that are popular: there are also numerous hotels in Orlando outside the parks that are excellent vacation options. Think resorts with spacious family rooms, condos for longer stays and budget-friendly options close to restaurants and shopping.
In episode 31 of the OORlando podcast, Rick and Willem share their personal experiences and tips on the best places to stay outside Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, including helpful advice for making the right choice.
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Florivida helps you put together your trip to Orlando. Besides the well-known Disney and Universal hotels, we also advise on hotels in Orlando outside the parks, often with more space and attractive prices.
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In this episode, Rick and Willem explain why hotels in Orlando outside the parks are often a smart choice. They discuss different hotel categories, from luxury resorts to simple but comfortable options. They also give practical tips on what to consider when choosing a place to stay, such as location, amenities and accessibility.
So you'll discover that there are surprisingly many options outside the Disney and Universal areas that are often cheaper and offer additional benefits, such as more space, free breakfast or parking. For families, as well as travelers who want to stay longer in Orlando, this can be an attractive and practical choice.
Staying in hotels in Orlando outside the parks can be attractive because of:
Yes, often these accommodations are more economical than official Disney or Universal hotels.
Not necessarily. Many hotels are within a 15-20 minute drive of the parks and sometimes offer shuttle service.
Certainly, many accommodations offer family rooms, kitchen facilities and kid-friendly pools.
Think free breakfast, pools, parking and often transportation to the parks.
Yes, a rental car gives you flexibility and makes it easier to explore both the parks and the city.
Yes, in addition to budget options, you will also find high-end resorts and apartments with extensive facilities.
Many international chains such as Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt have locations in Orlando. Here you can save points and redeem them for discounts or upgrades.
High season (summer and Christmas) is often more expensive. If you book well in advance or outside school vacations, attractive offers are regularly available.
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