The Best IHG Hotels Near Walt Disney World
One way to save money on a Walt Disney World vacation is by carefully choosing where to stay. Staying at an off-site property can provide significant savings. IHG has several great options to choose from. Not only are the prices usually more affordable than a Disney resort, you’ll often find better availability, various room options, and added benefits like their Kids Eat Free program. Plus, you can use IHG® One Rewards to pay for your stay. The easiest way to earn these points is with an IHG® Rewards Credit Card. Or, you can transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards Points earned from credit cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, Chase Freedom Cards, or Chase Ink Business Cards to your IHG® One Rewards account. Whether you plan to use points or cash, here are the best IHG hotels near Walt Disney World.
1805 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
This IHG hotel has a great location and nice perks. It’s a short walk from Disney Springs where you can soak up the Disney atmosphere while enjoying dining, shopping, and entertainment. The hotel offers free hourly shuttles to all four Disney theme parks, and guests have access to the Early Theme Park Entry benefit. This hotel participates in the IHG Kids Stay and Eat Free program. Kids ages 19 and under stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. Up to 2 kids per adult, ages 11 and under, eat free any time of the day in any Holiday Inn® on-site restaurant when ordering from the main menu with up to 4 kids per dining party. Read my full review of Holiday Inn Orlando – Disney Springs Area.
Pros
- Early Theme Park Entry
- Free Shuttle to Disney Parks
- On-site Dining
- Outdoor Pool
- Kids Stay and Eat Free
- Walkable to Disney Springs
Cons
- Resort Fee
- Parking Fee
- Pets Not Allowed
12341 Winter Garden Vineland Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32836
This new extended stay style hotel features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. The two-bedroom suites sleep up to 8 people. Amenities include a gym, pool, and BBQ’s with indoor and outdoor sitting areas. This hotel doesn’t have on-site dining, but there are several restaurants within walking distance. The hotel has a Candlewood Cupboard that’s open 24 hours a day and carries things like snacks, frozen dinners, and beverages. The Candlewood Suites Orlando – Lake Buena Vista offers complimentary scheduled shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld.
Pros
- All Suites
- Full Kitchens
- Somes Suites Sleep 8
- Free Shuttle to Multiple Parks
- Outdoor Pool
- No Resort Fee
- Pets Allowed
Cons
- Parking Fee
- No On-site Dining
8686 Palm Parkway, Orlando, Florida 32836
Another IHG option is the Crowne Plaza Orlando – Lake Buena Vista. This hotel has on-site dining and standard rooms. The resort fee includes parking at the hotel and complimentary shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Disney Springs, and SeaWorld.
Pros
- Free Theme Park Shuttle
- On-site Dining
- Outdoor Pool
- Free Parking
- Pets Allowed
Cons
- Resort Fee
8505 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial, Kissimmee, Florida 34747
If you’re looking for a resort experience and a home away from home, the Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort has you covered. It offers 4 golf courses, 2 mini golf courses, playgrounds, arcades, 7 pools, a lazy river, live entertainment, and 8 dining options. There are suite options from studios up to three-bedroom villas, which can sleep up to 10 people. The studios have kitchenettes and the villas have full kitchens.
Pros
- Resort Experience
- Studios & Villas
- Some Villas Sleep 10
- Kitchenettes/Kitchens
- Multiple On-site Dining Options
- On-site Kids' Activities
- Multiple Pools & Lazy River
- Free Parking
Cons
- Resort Fee
- No Free Theme Park Shuttle
- Pets Not Allowed
13351 State Road 535, Orlando, Florida 32821
The Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Lake Buena Vista offers rooms and suites with a microwave, coffe maker, and mini refrigerator. Some suites have bunk beds. This hotel participates in the IHG Kids Stay and Eat Free program and the on-site dining is an Applebee’s restaurant. Alternatively, there are several fast-food restaurants within walking distance. The hotel has a pool, splash pad, arcade, and kid’s activities. The resort fee includes parking at the hotel and complimentary shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Universal, and Sea World.
Pros
- Free Shuttle to Multiple Parks
- Kids Stay and Eat Free
- On-site Dining
- On-site Kids' Activities
- Outdoor Pool
- Kitchenettes
- Pets Allowed
- Free Parking
Cons
- Resort Fee
14500 Continental Gateway, Orlando, Florida 32821
This hotel has kid appeal. It features a pool and water park, mini golf course, arcade, splash pad, playground, and other kid-friendly activities. There are multiple dining options. The resort fee includes complimentary shuttle service to Walt Disney World. There are rooms and suites. These include a kitchenette or full kitchen, microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. Some suites sleep 8.
Pros
- Multiple Room Options
- Some Suites Sleep 8
- Kitchenettes/Kitchens
- Free Theme Park Shuttle
- Multiple On-site Dining Options
- Lagoon Pool and Waterpark
- Family Activities
Cons
- Resort Fee
- Parking Fee
- Pets Not Allowed
- Recent Negative Reviews
11409 Marbella Palms Court, Orlando, FL 32836
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orlando – Lake Buena Vista is a good budget option, and it offers free breakfast. They also offer complimentary coffee in the lobby. Other than breakfast, there’s no on-site dining, but there are restaurants within walking distance from the hotel. Rooms have a microwave, coffee maker, and mini refrigerator. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to select theme parks and local attractions.
Pros
- Free Breakfast
- Free Theme Park Shuttle
- Some Suites Sleep 6
- Outdoor Pool
Cons
- Parking Fee
- No Dining Besides Breakfast
In conclusion, there are plenty of great IHG hotels near Disney World at affordable prices. Whether you’re looking for a standard hotel room or luxurious resort accommodations, there’s an IHG property for you. Just be sure you understand what’s included and book early to ensure that you get the room and rate you want.
About the Author
Written by H. Kinney, author of How to Plan a Free Theme Park Vacation. She writes about using points, miles, and cash-back rewards to reduce the cost of theme park travel.
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