Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista

4401 Grand Floridian Way
Lake Buena Vista , Florida
Tel: 407 934 7639
Tel: 407 824 3000
Fax: 407 824 3186
disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/resorts/resortLanding?id=GrandFloridianResortLandingPage

Concierge.com's insider take:

The ne plus ultra of Walt Disney World hotels, the lakeside Grand Floridian cribs directly from the palatial Victorian look of San Diego's Hotel del Coronado, down to the faux-cage elevator in the five-story lobby. You can't pick a more dreamily convenient Disney hotel—it's a single monorail stop away from the Magic Kingdom, and four from Epcot. There are tennis courts, boat rentals, seven places to eat (two at the gourmet end), two pools, a spa, and a well-used wedding pavilion. The service is less than solicitous, but the sense of elitism is as well stage-managed as you'd expect (cue the small orchestra in the lobby). Rooms are fairly standard and have the usual dark and tiny Disney bathrooms, but are somewhat embellished by flat-screen TVs and iPod-playing clock-radios. Since they're spread around six buildings, you'll likely have to walk outside to reach yours. Only the few "Lagoon View" rooms stand a chance of having a view of the Magic Kingdom (availability is first-come, first-serve upon check-in), but the park's nightly fireworks are visible to all from the resort's ferry dock.

Best Budget Hotels near Disney World Orlando

July 28th, 2009 | By LowFares | Posted in Budget Travel | 1 Comment »

When you’re planning an Orlando vacation on a tight budget, finding low-cost accommodations can seem like a challenge. However, there are several hotel properties that cost between $50 to $100 per night located within a short drive from the Walt Disney World Resort and area attractions. These budget-friendly hotels offer basic amenities and services in a clean, comfortable setting.

The Comfort Inn on International Drive is a popular choice for Disney fans that want to be close to the action around the parks. Rooms cost approximately $50 or less, and the hotel boasts a number of amenities and services to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible.

If you want to be closer to the Universal Studios Orlando Resort but still have easy access to the Disney parks, the Howard Johnson Plaza Resort Universal Gateway may be your best bet. This hotel offers free shuttle service to Disney Parks and Universal Studios, and is designed with a tropical theme and several deluxe amenities. Rooms cost an average of just $55 per night.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Universal Orlando resort if you want easy access to the shopping plazas, attractions on International Drive, and the Disney parks. This budget-friendly hotel features an outdoor pool and also serves a complimentary continental breakfast each morning. Average room rates are just $50 per night.

The Knights Inn Maingate may be the closest hotel to the Disney Parks and boasts some of the best amenities. You can enjoy access to a heated pool on site, free cable service and each room has its own microwave, refrigerator and hair dryer. This property also serves a free continental breakfast, and is within walking distance to several great restaurants and attractions. Rates are as low as $32.95 per night at this property.

Planning a budget vacation to Orlando isn’t too difficult when you find some great deals on hotels. Consider some of these budget-friendly hotels located within a short drive from the Disney parks and major attractions so you can look forward to an enjoyable vacation.

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