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Disney's Polynesian Village ResortvsHyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is preferred by most writers compared to Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport. Disney's Polynesian Village Resort comes in at 82 with recommendations from 8 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Gayot
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
1600 Seven Seas Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $442/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Upscale
"The crowded, 853-room Polynesian remains one of Disney's most popular Deluxe-category resorts for families." Full review
"Lush tropical gardens and waterfalls, a white sand beach, and a lagoon swimming pool with a steaming volcano and torch-lit walkways create the illusion of an island paradise."
"Commanding an enviable position on the Seven Seas Lagoon, and a short boat ride from the Magic Kingdom’s front gates, the South Seas–inflected Polynesian is a circa-1971 Disney original." Full review
"You may not think you're in Fiji, but families with kids can have fun pretending in this South Pacific-themed resort directly across the lagoon from the Magic Kingdom." Full review
"An impressive rainforest setting and exotica ambience---even to discerning Tikiphiles."
8.0
"Facilities and amenities that make its South Seas style even more appealing, from the Tiki God in the lobby to the grand bungalows built over Seven Seas Lagoon." Full review
"The Polynesian has been around since 1971; its great location and fun atmosphere never get old, even as newer choices crop up around it." Full review
"Want to see what $2,000 a night will get you at a Disney property? Set your search to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort—specifically, the private, eight-person, over-the-water Bungalow...." Full review
"The longhouse-style thatched-roof complex remains one of the most transporting of the Disney resorts...a notch above for families as the monorail is steps away and rooms are on the big side" Full review
"With faux-bamboo decor, a jungle motif in the lobby, and coconut-shell cups and shell necklaces in the store, you just may think you're in the South Pacific." Full review
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
9300 Airport Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"The convenience of not having to leave the airport can save time, money, and stress for many a business traveler."
"Connected to the airport concourse, this property remains one of the best airport hotels anywhere and is by far the most elegant in Orlando." Full review
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King-bedded rooms with sofas and refrigerators (which can be requested for any room) are 30% larger.
"With its prime airport location between terminals A and B, it allows guests to get from their rooms to the nearest ticket counter in five minutes."
"If you have to catch an early-morning flight, this hotel inside the main terminal complex is a very convenient option." Full review
Upper-middle-range
"The Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport is a three-and-a-half-pearl godsend for those with cancelled flights or early morning departures." Full review
"Located inside the main terminal of the Orlando International Airport, it's a useful option for early departures or late arrivals though you might as well go elsewhere if you're hitting the resorts." Full review