Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Lake Buena Vista, an IHG HotelvsRenaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld is preferred by most reviewers compared to Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista. Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld ranks #20 in Orlando with endorsements from 9 sources including Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Zagat.
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Lake Buena Vista, an IHG Hotel
13351 State Road 535, Orlando, FL 32821
From $56/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"Just a mile from the Disney parks, this spruced-up inn caters to kids in a big way." Full review
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If you like sleeping in, ask for a room that doesn't face the pool area.
Fodor's
"While still offering amenities for business travelers, this family-oriented hotel less than a mile from Disney keeps kids and parents happy with kids' suites."
DK Eyewitness
"This family-friendly resort features kidsuites with separate sleeping and play areas, plus kitchenettes."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"With a heated outdoorpool, a splash zone, and an arcade, Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista has a lot of amenities to entertain children." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A great-value, independently-run example of the famous chain, offering a great location close to the heart of Disney but without the rather high price tag hereabouts." Full review
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
6677 Sea Harbor Dr, Orlando, FL 32821-8092
From $96/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"What appears to be a rather simple-looking hotel from the exterior gives way to an inviting and modern interior, with trendy touches throughout." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Recent renovations have made this upscale resort even more impressive than before."
Rough Guide
"An upmarket hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms, a bright and airy atrium, an onsite spa, and a good location directly opposite SeaWorld Orlando. $249."
Michelin Guide
"The exterior of the ten floor hotel... situated close to Sea World and other area attractions, is architecturally uninspiring, but its interior reveals a cavernous sunlit atrium."
Star Service
"Located across the road from Sea World, this Shamu-sized hotel continues to prove one of the best hotels outside of the park." Full review
Gayot
"Across from SeaWorld Orlando, this hotel is among the finest off harried International Drive."
Zagat
3.5
"Whether "for business or pleasure", this "beautiful" Orlando resort, "right across from SeaWorld", offers an "air of luxury"."
Fodor's
"With a vast and airy 10-story atrium full of ponds, palm trees, and, ironically, a sushi bar, this SeaWorld neighbor underwent a substantial renovation in 2013." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld is built to impress, with a spectacular, 10-story atrium that features a cascading waterfall." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Within steps of SeaWorld theme park, Aquatica, International Drive, and attractions, the hotel offers a spa, pool, onsite water park with water slides, and a toddler play area as well as several dining venues"
Orlando Travel Guide
July 6, 2021