By Claire Taylor
The Best Value for the Buck on Hotels in Orlando, Florida
is a destination city. Major tourist draws such as the Walt Disney World
resort, Universal Studios Orlando and Wet 'n Wild often make finding suitable accommodations in the city difficult. However, there are lodging options available in the city that offer more amenities than most hotels and do so with competitive pricing.
The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne
Conveniently located in downtown Orlando, The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne is a bed and breakfast consisting of four historic buildings set around a central courtyard and garden. The four buildings include Orlando's oldest home, The Normant-Parry Inn, a Victorian style home; The Wellborn, a fine example of Art Deco design; the I.W. Phillips House, an estate style house built in the Edwardian style, and a Victorian mansion known as the Dr. Phillips House. Accommodations resemble dolls houses in their detail and are decorated with antiques from the period of construction. Rooms are very comfortable here and all guests receive a complimentary carafe of wine. The main draw here is the peace and quiet in an area that generally is missing such serenity.
The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne
211 N. Lucerne Circle East
Orlando, FL 32801
(800) 444-5289
Disney's All Star Movies Resort
Another excellent value is Disney's All Star Movies Resort. The resort is a tribute to classic films and is one of many lodging options available at the Walt Disney World Resort. If children are involved, this is a perfect choice as it offers direct access to the park as well a fair price, plus close proximity to central Orlando. The exterior of each building is designed to salute a specific film. Dalmatian statues representing "101 Dalmatians" over 30 feet tall will make the kids squeal with joy at one building, while other buildings salute Toy Story, Herbie: The Love Bug, and Fantasia. Extras include complimentary transportation and a large food court.
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
1901 W. Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(407) 934-7639
La Quinta Inn Orlando International Drive
The La Quinta Inn is part of a chain of hotels and is designed with a southwestern mission theme in mind. The hotel accommodations are standard and offer the basic amenities as well as being clean. But what makes this hotel a good value is its location. Located just off busy International Drive, the inn sits within minutes of some of Orlando's top attractions including Wet 'n Wild, Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios. Also within minutes of the hotel and worth mentioning for business travelers is the Orange County Convention Center. Just across the street, nightlife and shopping can be found at the Mercado.
La Quinta Inn Orlando International Drive
8300 Jamaican Ct.
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 351-1660
Perri House Bed & Breakfast
Located in probably the one peaceful parcel of land in the Disney area, the Perri House Bed & Breakfast offers guests rare intimacy on 16 acres of beautifully landscaped lawns surrounded by a grove of oak trees. There are only eight rooms here so reservations are a must, but once done, guests can expect charming furnishings and a lovely breakfast while overlooking the patio and pool. Bird lovers will find Peri House a treat as there are birdhouses littering the property and the check-in desk offers free binoculars to spot which bird is chirping just outside the bedroom window on Sunday mornings.
Perri House Bed & Breakfast
Downtown Disney
10417 Vista Oaks Ct.
Orlando, FL 32836
(800) 780-4830
About the Author:
Claire Taylor is a health, wellness and travel writer with credits in publications such as "Woman's Day," "Marie Claire," "Adirondack Life" and "Self." Taylor is also a seasoned independent traveler, as well as a certified personal trainer and nutrition consultant.
Photo Credits:
tim & annette
