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Hotel Kinetic Orlando Universal Blvd.vsDisney's Contemporary Resort
Both Crowne Plaza Orlando - Universal Blvd and Disney's Contemporary Resort are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Disney's Contemporary Resort ranks slightly better than Crowne Plaza Orlando - Universal Blvd. Disney's Contemporary Resort scores 80 with praise from 8 sources like Fodor's, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Kinetic Orlando Universal Blvd.
Frommer's
Star Service
Gayot
7800 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This sleek, 15-story high-rise is conveniently located a block east of I-Drive and caters primarily to business travelers." Full review
Star Service "Located near Sand Lake Avenue, and a five-minute drive from Islands of Adventure, this is spry Crowne Plaza affiliate is an unusually inviting option for individuals and couples. " Full review
Gayot "Providing a quiet room in the world's busiest tourist corridor is the goal of this hotel located minutes from Universal Studios."
Disney's Contemporary Resort
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Gayot
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
Lonely Planet
4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $380/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness "The monorail passes right through the middle of this concrete resort, where the rooms have recently undergone a complete renovation."
Rough Guide "Disney monorail runs right through the centre of this hotel, which takes its exterior design from the futuristic fantasies of the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland."
Fodor's "You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort next to the Magic Kingdom, as the monorail runs right through the lobby, making park hopping a breeze." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Contemporary is one of Disney’s original resorts, and it’s a favorite among kids both because it’s home to both Chef Mickey’s and the Monorail cuts right through the hotel." Full review
Gayot "Spectacular views and convenient monorail station highlight this futuristic Disney icon."
The Telegraph8.0
"Disney's Contemporary Resort has been extensively refurbished but still includes the monorail track running through the vast, enclosed foyer, providing a genuine Disney feel good experience." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Why book? This classic Disney resort has the best amenity possible—its backyard is the Magic Kingdom." Full review
Frommer's "A midcentury architectural treasure, and indicative of the revolutionary methods that Walt Disney World hoped to pioneer...even if you can’t stay here, this is the best hotel to tour. " Full review
Lonely Planet "The granddaddy of Disney resorts, the Contemporary's futuristic A-frame opened Walt Disney World in 1971 but feels uninspired and disappointing by today's standards." Full review
