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Castle Hotel, Autograph CollectionvsThe Alfond Inn
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection scores marginally better than The Alfond Inn. Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection comes in at 81 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Oyster.
Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Frommer's
Fodor's
Gayot
Oyster
Lonely Planet
8629 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
From $79/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness "In the style of a medieval fairytale castle, this popular hotel features fanciful surroundings, gargoyles in the lobby, and a large pool."
Rough Guide "A good-value, elaborate theme hotel, complete with Renaissance music and medieval decor."
Star Service "This imaginative nine-story hotel continues to bear the telltale crenellated profile of its theme park masters." Full review
Frommer's "Most of the hotels along International Drive fall into two categories: gigantic convention-fed pillow mills and nondescript low-rise chain-run pillow mills." Full review
Fodor's "You won't really believe you're in a castle at this midprice hotel, although the whimsical gold-and-silver spires... may make you feel as if you're having a Harry Potter moment." Full review
Gayot "Guests are greeted in the lobby with mosaic-tile murals, arched doorways, Renaissance-era music and piped in nature sounds, for what's just the beginning of a multi-layered storybook affair."
OysterUpscale
"The four-pearl, 214-room Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection is conveniently located near I-4 and the Orange County Convention Center, a short drive to the area's major theme parks." Full review
Lonely Planet "You can't miss the castle-like exterior of this International Drive landmark, as distinctive inside as it is out." Full review
The Alfond Inn Gayot Fodor's
The Telegraph
Time Out Frommer's
Independent
300 East New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
From $229/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot "This 112-room hotel provides respite within a vibrant college community. It is frequented by travelers (parents, academics, etc.) visiting Rollins College."
Fodor's "This newly built, serenely sophisticated building in the heart of charming Winter Park, just steps from the shops and restaurants of Park Avenue, combines an upscale hotel with an art gallery." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Award-winning boutique hotel in Orlando's ritzy northern suburb of Winter Park – an alternative to the theme park frenzy." Full review
Time Out "The 112-room building blends romantic elements with contemporary touches...the Inn displays the Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art for Rollins College and is within arm’s reach of local attractions" Full review
Frommer's "Its restaurant and cocktail bar, planted courtyard, and modern rooms striped in teal and lime with dark wood accents, are designed to appeal to sophisticated palates" Full review
Independent "Contemporary design, award-winning Hamilton’s Kitchen restaurant, serene rooftop pool and superior service. With just 112 rooms, it is ‘boutique’ in Orlando terms and just a short stroll from Park Ave"
