By Hannah Rice Myers
List of Hotels in Orlando
Every year, thousands of people travel to
Orlando, both for business and pleasure. Not only is it home to more than 95 attractions, including Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, it also offers nearly more lodging options than almost any other place in the world--more than 500 to be precise. Before leaving for Orlando, have your reservations made at one of their hotels; though there are a plethora of choices, you want to ensure your stay at the hotel of your choice.
Rosen Hotels and Resorts
Rosen Hotel, photo courtesy of how2vacation.com
If you want to be in walking distance from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Seaworld Orlando, the Rosen Hotels is for you. There are plenty of amenities offered by the hotel as well, making it easy to stay within their walls for the day. After a workout in the fitness center, you can relax in their day spa with a body massage, mud wrap, facial or nail treatment. Gentlemen who enjoy golf will look forward to hitting the green for the day, playing 18 holes on their championship golf course. In the evening, everyone can meet for dinner in one of the hotel's three restaurants, each specializing in a different cuisine; choose from steak, seafood or Italian. Visit their website at rosenhotels.com.
Rosen Hotels and resorts
9888 Universal Blvd., Suite 500
Orlando, Florida 32819
Telephone: (866) 337-6736
Email: info@rosenhotels.com
Florida Mall Hotel
Florida Mall Hotel, photo courtesy of sisostds.org
Conveniently located between the Orlando International Airport and Walt Disney World, the Florida Mall Hotel is rated fifth out of 329 hotels in the Orlando area. They provide free parking for their guests, as well as transportation to all the area attractions, for a small fee. Guests have their choice of swimming in either their indoor or outdoor pool, and can relax in the hotel's whirlpool after spending a rejuvenating day in their spa. Same day dry cleaning and laundry services are also available, and the Le Jardin Restaurant, located in the hotel lobby, serves both a continental and made-to-order breakfast. The restaurant also offers an enormous buffet for lunch and dinner, as well as an a la carte dinner menu. Visit their website at TheFloridaHotelOrlando.com.
The Florida Mall Hotel
1500 Sand Lake Rd.
Orlando, Florida 32809
Telephone: (407) 859-1500
Doubletree Castle Hotel
Doubletree Castle Hotel, photo courtesy of undercovertourist.com
At the Doubletree, you will feel like royalty. Upon entering this magical, medieval themed hotel, you will be greeted with music from the Renaissance and artwork to match. Aside from the friendly staff greeting upon checking in, you are also given a batch of infamous Double Tree Castle chocolate chip cookies. Each day, the hotel provides shuttle service to the area theme parks, and you are in walking distance of fabulous shopping and dining attractions. Breakfast is served every day in one of the hotel's four restaurants, Castle Cafe, though there are four restaurants to choose from for your dining pleasure. Finally, the guest services desk is more than happy to assist you with your activities interests; they will plan and book your day's events for you. These include canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding and hot air ballooning. Visit their website at doubletreecastle.com.
Double Tree Castle Hotel
8629 International Dr.
Orlando, Florida 32819
Telephone: (407) 345-1511
Email: info@doubletreecastle.com
About the Author:
Based in Jamestown, Pa., Hannah Rice Myers has more than 10 years of experience as a freelance writer, specializing in the health industry. Many of her articles have appeared in newspapers, as well as "Curing Epilepsy: Hope Through Research." Rice Myers received her master's degree in nursing from Upstate Medical University in 2001.
Photo Credits:
Photo courtesy of primetravels.com
