Downtown Disney Hotels have the convenience of being on Disney property without breaking the bank! These seven hotels near Disney World are ideally located for visiting Disney World theme parks.
These hotels near Disney World have many benefits of being on-site without paying the extra high rates of the Disney owned resort hotels.
Disney resort hotels are owned and operated by Disney, the Downtown Disney Hotels are not.
You’ll still be able to get free parking and free shuttles to all Disney theme parks, but you won’t be able to have merchandise delivered to your room.
If you are looking to stay at a Disney owned hotel, please see our guide to Walt Disney World Resorts
Downtown Disney Hotels: Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa
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The Buena Vista Palace Hotel and Spa is located on the Walt Disney World Resort property in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The hotel stands across the street from Downtown Disney.
Buena Vista Amenities: Located along side Lake Buena Vista, the resort covers 27 acres with a separate island containing three heated pools, a hot tub, sauna, lighted tennis court, basketball court and a sand volleyball court.
The Spa Buena Vista Palace features facial treatments, body wraps, massage therapy and nail care. Signature treatments include the Theme Park Leg Relief Wrap, or for children, the Little Princess Facial. The Spa includes a complimentary fitness center with television mounted workout equipment.
Golfers receive preferred tee times at five championship Walt Disney World golf courses. The Australian themed Outback Restaurant, which is not associated with the national chain, features steaks, pasta and seafood. The Watercress Café, open for breakfast and lunch, offers light entrees such as homemade soups and omelets. Each Sunday, Disney characters join diners for breakfast.
Room Facilities: This 27 story resort offers 1,014 contemporary guestrooms. Island Resort Tower rooms are accented with vibrant colors, whereas the Resort Building features more neutral color schemes. Beds feature down pillows and 250 thread count white duvets and linens. Rooms include refrigerators and coffeemakers. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, and are stocked with Clear by LXR toiletries. Rooms are equipped with flat screen televisions and high speed wired and wireless Internet access.
Top Tip: The hotel’s complimentary evening shuttle transports guests to Downtown Disney Stores at the Dowtown Disney Marketplace.
Prices: Prices start at around $89 per night, there are many great offers for this hotel. Visit the link below to view the latest offers.
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Buena Vista Hotel Address & Telephone Numbers
1900 North Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Reservations: 866-397-6516
Front Desk: 407-827-2727
Spa: 407-827-3200
Check in: 4pm
Check out: 11am
Downtown Disney Hotels: Wyndham Lake Buena Vista
The main tower of the Wyndham has the best rooms and definitely the best views over the lake towards Disney.
The hotel has 3 pools, one large lap pool, one heated pool and a whirlpool/spa. There’s also a kids water play area with water cannons, fountains and jets. There are several bars, restaurants and even a 24 hour convenience store on-site at this hotel.
You’ll be able to get to the Disney theme parks via the free daily shuttle service that operates from this hotel. Parking is included in the hotel room rate too!
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista (Regal Sun) Rooms
All rooms at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista have a refrigerator, 25 inch flat screen TV with pay-per-view movies, coffee maker, hair dryer, clock radio, in-room safe and high speed wireless internet access.
Some rooms have exterior corridoor access – similar to that of a motel. Some have interior access which gives a more ‘secure’ feel to the room.
You can choose from:-
- Standard double – room with 2 double beds and exterior entrance
- Lake View Double/King – views over the lake, tennis courts and gardens.
- Tower View Double/King – with expansive views of Orlando.
- Disney View Double/King – expansive views over Downtown Disney and other Disney theme parks with exterior corridoor access.
- Standard Tower Double/King – rooms have interior corridoors.
- Standard Accessible/Sky View Accessible rooms – these rooms enjoy views over either Orlando or over Disney World Resort. The rooms are fully equipped for handicapped access. May have either interior or exterior corridoor access.
Rates start at $69+ tax per night. The Disney View rooms are more expensive than standard/Lake view rooms.
If you’re a Florida/Georgia resident you can get a discounted rate on your stay.
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Wyndham Lake Buena Vista (Regal Sun) Hotel Address
1850 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista
FL, 32830
Tel: 407-828-4444 or 1 800-624-4109
Downtown Disney Hotels: Best Western Lake Buena Vista Hotel
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Hotel is an excellent choice for families staying near Walt Disney World theme parks. The Best Western welcomes you with a grand marble floored lobby. The hotels’ facilities include a large outdoor pool with poolside bar, a kids pool, fitness center, three on-site restaurants – Trader’s restaurant, Pizza Hut Express and the Parakeet Cafe.
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Hotel is one of the Downtown Disney hotels to offer complimentary shuttle service to Disney World theme parks every half hour from park opening to park closing times.
Check in: 3pm
Check out: 11am
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Hotel Address
2000 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista FL, 32830
Tel: 866-539-0036
Best Western Lake Buena Vista Rooms
All rooms have a balcony, a king bed or two queen beds. All rooms have cable TV, phone, internet access (included in the resort fee), iron and ironing board, hairdryer, coffee maker and Eco fresh bathroom products.
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Downtown Disney Hotels: Doubletree Guest Suites Lake Buena Vista
The Double Tree Guest Suites is one of the nicest Downtown Disney hotels. Furnished with vibrant colors and tasteful decor, the Doubletree Suites offers more spacious accommodation than other hotels in the area.
The Doubletree offers family friendly facilities and a location close to Downtown Disney. This Orlando hotel provides complimentary shuttles to and from all four Disney World theme parks, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water parks.
Adults can relax, swim and exercise in their spa tub and pool and on their tennis courts, while kids get their own check in desk, pool, game room and warm chocolate chip cookies.
Adjacent to the restaurant is a kids’ club, which shows movies and the Disney television channel.
The Doubletree also features a large aviary and Disney murals in the two story lobby. Guests can dine on a buffet, à la carte breakfasts, lunches and dinners at the hotel’s Evergreen Cafe. A Pizza Hut Express in also on site.
Wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. The suites are adorned with colorful fabrics, upholstered furniture, and folding louvered doors between bedrooms and living/dining rooms. All suites are equipped with microwaves, compact refrigerators and televisions. Wireless Internet access is available in the rooms for a fee.
Doubletree Guest Suites Address & Directions
2305 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Tel: 866-539-8117
Check in: 4pm
Check out: 11am
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Downtown Disney Hotels: Hilton Hotel Lake Buena Vista
A covered portico with a tumbling waterfall leads to a two story, tropically decorated lobby with fountains, palm trees and aquariums.
The Hilton is one of the Downtown Disney hotels to offer eight on-site restaurants and bars include the Andiamo Italian Bistro & Grille that prepares Italian specialties and offers an extensive wine list. The teppanyaki style Benihana Steakhouse and Sushi Bar entertains with tableside food preparation. The 24 hour Main Street Market serves Starbucks coffee, sandwiches and Krispy Kreme donuts. The seasonal Rum Largo Poolside Bar & Café serves tropical drinks and American fare, while John T’s Lounge and Sports Bar televises sport events.
Wireless Internet access is available in public areas for a fee.
The 24 hour, complimentary Hilton Fitness Center houses cardiovascular and weight training equipment.
Two heated outdoor pools include a children’s spray pool. Guestrooms. This 10 story hotel offers 814 contemporary guestrooms, all smoke free. Hilton Serenity Beds feature checked headboards and pillowtop mattresses. Beds are draped with 250 thread count linens and down comforters, and are topped with palm tree designed throws.
Vanities feature granite surfaces, while furniture pieces are topped with marble. Coffeemakers are stocked with Lavazza coffee. Refrigerators are available for a fee, upon request. Rooms include high speed wired and wireless Internet access for a fee and 37″ flat panel televisions.
Top Tip – On Sunday mornings, Disney characters join diners for breakfast at the hotel’s Covington Mill restaurant. The hotel can arrange themed events, including appearances by Disney characters.
Extra Magic Hours: This is the only one of the Downtown Disney Hotels to offer guests Extra Magic Hours! This means that you can gain access to one of the Disney World Theme Parks before the doors open to the general public or stay up to 3 hours after the park has closed.
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Hilton Orlando Resort Address & Directions
1751 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Tel: 407-827-4000
Check in: 3pm
Check out: 11am
Downtown Disney Hotels: Holiday Inn Downtown Disney Resort Area
Holiday Inn Downtown Disney has re-opened after a complete refurbishment. This Downtown Orlando Hotel offers no-frills good value accommodation close to the heart of the Walt Disney World theme park action. This Downtown Disney Hotel offers free shuttle buses to the Disney theme parks for all guests.
Holiday Inn Downtown Disney Rooms
As one of the newly renovated Downtown Disney Hotels, you can rest assured that the decor and furniture is very new. Each room has a 32″ flat screen TV, free wired internet access, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, cable TV including premium channels and a tea/coffee maker.
The Holiday Inn has a large outdoor zero entry pool with extensive sun deck – perfect for sunbathing!
There are 3 bars/restaurants on site at this hotel. Grab-N-Go inside the hotel atrium is perfect for getting breakfast and coffee in the mornings. Grab-N-Go also serves packaged beer and wine, breakfast pastries, sandwiches and a good coffee selection.
Palm Breezes Bar inside the lobby serves drinks and cocktails along with light snacks – open late.
Palm Breezes Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine. Palm Breeze serves a full breakfast menu from 7am.
Holiday Inn Near Downtown Disney Address & Directions
1805 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Tel: 407-828-8888
Check in: 4pm
Check out: 11am
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Downtown Disney Hotels: Royal Plaza Hotel
The Royal Plaza Hotel is one of seven Downtown Disney Hotels close to Walt Disney World theme parks and water parks.
The hotel’s Giraffe Café prepares buffet style breakfasts and American cuisine throughout the day. Children 10 and younger dine free when accompanied by a paying adult. The Giraffe Lounge and SIPS Pool Bar serve cocktails, appetizers and light dinners.
This property’s L shaped, outdoor pool features a poolside bar, with a nearby spa and sauna. The hotel houses a fitness center, an arcade room and four lighted tennis courts. The front desk staff is available 24 hours a day, arranges babysitting services and provides concierge assistance.
Guestrooms: Decorated in tropical style with coral and teal color schemes, the 394 guestrooms feature light wooden furnishings, sitting areas, double armoires and private balconies that overlook the resort grounds. The “Royal Bed” package, offered in all accommodations, includes duvets with satin accents, extra pillows and pillowtop mattresses. Coffeemakers are provided. Room amenities feature extra towels and linens, designer toiletries and deep Roman tubs. Guestrooms are equipped with high speed Internet access.
Royal Plaza Hotel Address & Directions
1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Tel: 407-828-2828
Check in: 4pm
Check out: 11am
Orlando attractions near the Downtown Disney Hotels:-
- Disney Magic Kingdom – 0.5 miles
- Animal Kingdom – 9 miles
- Epcot Center – 1.5 miles
- Disney Hollywood Studios – 5 miles
- Typhoon Lagoon Orlando – 1 mile
- Blizzard Beach water park – 7 miles
- Universal Studios theme park, Universal Islands of Adventure & Universal CityWalk – 10 miles
- SeaWorld, Aquatica Water Park & Discovery Cove Florida – 6 miles
- Wet N Wild water park – 5 mile
- Pointe Orlando – shopping, comedy shows, restaurants – 8 miles
- Orlando Premium Outlets – 1.6 miles
- Orange County Convention Center – 8 miles
- Downtown Orlando – 11 miles
- Busch Gardens Florida – 61 miles
- Kennedy Space Center Florida – 67 miles
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) – 18 miles
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