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Galleria Palms HotelvsThe Alfond Inn
Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, The Alfond Inn scores slightly better than Galleria Palms Hotel. The Alfond Inn comes in at #29 in Orlando with praise from 5 sources including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Galleria Palms Hotel
Frommer's
Zagat
Oyster
3000 Maingate Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34747
From $75/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "1 1/2 miles west of WDW, this welcoming hotel is a good choice for the budget-conscious vacationer. The rooms are nicely decorated and sport a modern, upscale look, but are a bit on the small side."
Zagat3.8
"With a "superb location" and "spacious", "modern" quarters boasting "comfortable" pillow-top beds, minifridges, microwaves and flat-sceen TVs, this retreat serves as a "nice" "base for going to Disney."
OysterMid-Range
"Conveniently located near Disney World, Galleria Palms is a mid-range hotel with 118 clean, modern rooms with mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers." Full review
The Alfond Inn
Gayot
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Time Out Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Contemporary white-walled elegance, a low-key welcoming vibe, colorful interiors in well-appointed rooms give this Winter Park gem a distinct style. The hotel has a strong commitment to..." 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"
