Rate based on Check-in: May 28, 2013 Check-out: May 31, 2013

Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

4 stars
13351 State Road 535, Orlando, FL 32821
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
334 reviews
good location,nice stay

We really enjoyed the stay.Good service people were friendly, slept good See full review

  • johnjones
  • Apr 10, 2013
Orlando Universal Studio

This resort is fairly close to the Disney world, but not from the orlando universal studio. It's... See full review

  • floriday
  • Mar 28, 2013
Family-friendly hotel with swimming pool, shuttles and more

The Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista in Orlando, Florida is situated 20-minute from Walt Disney World resort, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. Better still: The hotel offers shuttle service, which is included in the resort fee. The Holiday Inn Resort caters for families with great kid-friendly features, such as children's suites, an arcade and onsite playground. The hotel also offers a fitness center, basketball court, plus an oversized pool and two Jacuzzis. A theater in the lobby features daily movie screenings.

Reasons to stay
  • Kid-friendly perks, including kids suites, kids-eat-free promotions and more
  • Scheduled shuttle service to Disney theme parks, Universal Studios and SeaWorld
  • Large outdoor swimming pool, kids and adults activities programs
  • Business facilities available, including a business center, library and meeting space for up to 300 guests
Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista rooms

The spacious super-size standard rooms at the Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista are ideal for families and large groups, and unique children's suites with one or two bunk beds. Complimentary amenities in all rooms include a 37-inch HDTV, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee and tea maker. Wi-Fi Internet access is available (fees may apply).

Things to do nearby
  • Epcot (2.6 mi./4.2 km)
  • SeaWorld (3.5 mi/5.5 km)
  • Walt Disney World resort (4.1 mi/6.6 km)
  • The Animal Kingdom (6.1 mi/9.1 km)
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (7.3 mi/11.8 km)
  • Wet N' Wild (8.1 mi/13.2 km)
  • Universal Studios (8.2 mi/13 km)
  • The Florida Mall (10.3 mi/16.5 km)

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
General
Pets allowed
Free local telephone calls
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Children's activities
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
Business center
Maid service
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Tour desk
Car rental desk
Porters
FAX
Overhead projector
White board
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Safe
Phone with speaker
Desk with lamp
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Temperature control
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

28.3721 -81.5041
Nearby airports
Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 12.00, MI, NE;
Area description
Resort, resort

Nearby points of interest

  • Discovery Cove: 3.5 mi
  • Sea World Adventure Park: 3.5 mi
  • Seaworld Orlando: 3.9 mi
  • Aquatica Park: 4.2 mi
  • Orlando Convention Center: 4.4 mi
  • Wonderworks: 4.7 mi
  • Trainland: 4.7 mi
  • King Henry's Feast: 4.9 mi
  • Movie Rider: 5.4 mi
  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 5.6 mi
  • Guinness World of Records: 5.7 mi
  • Gatorland: 6.1 mi
  • Skyventure: 6.8 mi
  • Malibu Grand Prix: 7.1 mi
  • Universal Studios Florida: 7.2 mi
  • Discovery Cove: 3.5 mi
  • Sea World Adventure Park: 3.5 mi
  • Seaworld Orlando: 3.9 mi
  • Aquatica Park: 4.2 mi
  • Orlando Convention Center: 4.4 mi
  • Wonderworks: 4.7 mi
  • Trainland: 4.7 mi
  • King Henry's Feast: 4.9 mi
  • Movie Rider: 5.4 mi
  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 5.6 mi
  • Guinness World of Records: 5.7 mi
  • Gatorland: 6.1 mi
  • Skyventure: 6.8 mi
  • Malibu Grand Prix: 7.1 mi
  • Universal Studios Florida: 7.2 mi
  • Universal Islands of Adventure: 7.3 mi
  • Universal Studios Escape: 7.6 mi
  • The Florida Mall: 8.4 mi
  • Downtown Orlando: 13.8 mi
  • Amway Arena: 14.2 mi
  • Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre: 14.2 mi
  • TD Waterhouse Centre: 14.2 mi
  • Lake Eola Swan Boat & Gondola Rentals: 14.2 mi
  • John Young Planetarium: 15.5 mi
  • Lake Whippoorwill Speedway: 15.9 mi
  • Loch Haven Park: 15.9 mi
  • Orange County Historical Museum: 16.2 mi
  • Orlando Museum of Art: 16.2 mi

Dining

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar is now open serving favorites like the Oriental Chicken Salad, House Sirloin, and Fiesta Lime Chicken. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night, seven days a week. Applebee's there's no place like the neighborhoo
Applebee's® Tiki Bar Poolside
Open seasonally, and weather permitting. For lunch, and tropical drinks.
Applebees®
Come and enjoy your favorite drinks or appetizers.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (334)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Overall score

3.9 / 5
334 out of 334
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.4
Value:
4.1

85% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

4
Shamu Fan
Queens, NY
May 30, 2012

Great hotel for vacationing.

The rooms were clean and roomy, staff was friendly. Close to a lot Disney World, Sea World, etc. It also has a pool and an exercise room, which was nice. Only thing I didn't like was the rooms had adjoining rooms seperated by a locking door. I don't know if all the rooms had it but you can hear your neighbor through it most of the time...might get akward at times..

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

3
dib99
St Louis, MO
May 29, 2012

Centrally located but hard to get to

Just off I4 near key locations (Disney, Seaworld, Universal) but turnoff was very crowded even at 11pm. Hotel is on a major road - but you can only yurn out of the property in one direction - so to go to the nearby Starbucks, you either have to be willing to cross a dangerous highway against the signs or turn right, drive about a mile, do a U turn and then come back. Waited about 30 minutes in line to check in, a about 11pm on a Friday evening. Got a smoking room when i asked for non-smoking

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

Avoid the attached Applebee's - bad food, bad service

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

5
Bruce worlds greatest dad
North Liberty Iowa
May 27, 2012

Great place to stay with kids

Staff was very helpful and very clean. This hotel was built for kids and everything an adult would need also. Great stay and would recommend to my family and friends .

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Use the shuttle to go to amusement parks. Parking was 14 dollars.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

4
Jabartling
Duncan,Oklahoma
May 26, 2012

Perfect stay

They have everything that you could possibly need right in the Hotel Lobby

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

5
That Guy From Missouri
Missouri
May 24, 2012

Couldn't have asked for better!

My wife and I absolutely loved our stay at the Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista. From the moment we arrived, all of the staff members, from the bellmen to the front desk, were very kind and hospitable. The hotel provides information and tickets to attractions, such as, Disney and Universal. As well, the hotel provides a shuttle service to those locations. If you get back late from your eventful day, still needing food, no need to worry, Applebee's is attached right to the hotel and is open till two o'clock in the morning. If you don't want Applebee's during the day, there are many restaurants to choose from right outside the hotel within walking distance. There's also a convenient store inside, which was actually very convenient. The pool was great, and they even had pool next to the pool...literally, there was a pool table, as well, ping pong. The room we stayed in was wonderful: we had more than enough towels, the shower head was awesome (seriously, that water was crazy soft), the room had a mini fridge that wasn't too small, a plasma screen TV, and a very comfortable bed. We were well taken care of, to say the least. All that to say, my wife and I were very thankful and refreshed during our luxurious stay at the Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

If you need a pick me up in the morning, Starbucks is literally no more than 50 yards away!

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

5
ostrow
virginia beach
May 23, 2012

romantic getaway

it was so amazing pool is beautiful, in a good location, and very peaceful

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short drive from hotel

on international

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

5
Gurlieee97
Owosso, MI
May 20, 2012

Orlando, May 2012 trip with my son.

It took me quite a while to actually find the hotel, but I was very pleasantly surprised once I had. I knew they had refurbished the hotel last year, but what I found was a hotel that looked brand new. I was given room 117. If I didn't know better, I would swear I was the first person to rent the room since the remodel. It was immaculate. Sparkling clean, and everything in the room looked brand new. Two large, lovely beds with four pillows in each bed...and two spare ones in the closet. Even though there were only two of us staying, each day we had four lovely bath towels, washcloths, etc. Also, we had a very nice refrigerator and microwave that looked as though they had never before been used. Now for the TV. At least a 56inch flat panel with all HD channels. AC was great as well, no bad odor coming from the unit. The pool is lovely and clean. The first three days we were there it was so cold I coundn't get in it, so I mentioned it to maintenance, and the next day it was warm and welcoming. Plenty of chairs around the pool as well. The Tiki bar was only open one of the seven days I was there, not sure why that was. There is a 12dollar a day hotel fee, but if you shop around you will see that nearly all in the area have a similar fee as well. I would recommend this hotel to anyone, it is easily a four star. Great Job Holiday Inn!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Many restaurants on the road the hotel is located on, but don't forget International Drive as well. It has everything you could ever want as far as food is concerned.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

5
KrisLoves2Travel
Pennsylvania
May 18, 2012

Great Trip!

The hotel was very clean and had a great pool and jacuzzi area for the price! Hotel looked as if it was recently renovated so it was very nice and modern looking. We had a nice balcony overlooking the pool. Applebees is in the hotel, which is nice for food, but service was poor and food at this location was not much better. It's across the street from Chic fil a and Wendys. Also, 711 is right next to the hotel which is great for morning coffee! No continental breakfast here. It was about 2 minutes from the Orlando Outlets and about 10 from the other outlet on International Drive. Free parking and shuttle service is included in the fee paid at the hotel check-in. Very few to Universal so we drove and more for Disney, which was nice. Overall, if you want a nice, clean, reasonably priced stay....STAY HERE

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Applebees in hotel, Chick fil a and Wendys across the street, and Lonestar and Laundry Seafood next door.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

4
Pam the Planner
Orlando, Florida
May 15, 2012

Long overdue vacation

The staff was very cordial and helpful. The front desk clerk, the bellhop, the housekeeping staff and the restaurant people made our stay at Holiay Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista a VERY enjoyable experience.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

The entertainment brochures provided at the front desk as well as those in the hotel room have really great discount coupons for dinner shows and other entertainment in the area.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

2
GregDish dealer
Business
Cheboygan, Mi
May 12, 2012

Cold shower!

Well asked for a handicap room as I just had hip surgey 2 week before got stuck on 5th floor no handicap last day i guess the hot water was worked on and ran the water for 30 min. then had to take a cold shower as had to be at airport it 7:00. Not a happy camper!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

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