Rate based on Check-in: May 30, 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
ashantiandashamommy
Hamden, CT, USA
Apr 23, 2012

Great Family Getaway!

My family recently stayed at this hotel from 4/15-20 and enjoyed every minute of it. Great location to downtown disney and also really close to the theme parks. on site applebees was a okay choice for dinner (especially since kids eat free) There were also a ihop, and denny's that made an excellent breakfast option. Wendy's is also across the street and there is a dollar tree down the street to service all of your needs. Will definately stay again next year.

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

Ihop is a excellent choice for breakfast instead of applebees

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

4
tommy2012
detroit mi
Aug 12, 2012

good hotel

good hotel, room clean, free parking, free wifi. Very big pool, 2 spas.

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

Reviewer score

4
John Parks
Business
Council N.C
Aug 10, 2012

job

due to the fact that our plane had trouble and I had to be driven down I only spent a few hours sleeping her but the staff was understanding and helped a great deal...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

4
Q.W.
Charlotte, NC, USA
Aug 8, 2012

our first disney vacation 2012

our hotel stay was good,when we first got there we had a few issues with our room but once that was resolved our hotel stay was good.The biggest problem was the shuttle service that don't have enough shuttles to take people to the parks so i would suggest renting a car and not to mention that if your a minute late they will leave you,I didn't think that was right being that this is a tourist area and the most "MAGICAL" place on earth you should be a little more caring instead of being a jerk. but other then that I would recommend this hotel.

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

Reviewer score

3
Jon V
Allendale, MI
Aug 6, 2012

Close to Disneyworld

No free beakfast. not even continental ....and extra $12 per day charge for parking is insulting! Otherwise the room was large enough for wheelchair/scooter accessible and clean.

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

Reviewer score

4
susiesue
Los Angeles, California
Jul 30, 2012

Good 1st time experience

My experience at the hotel was good, the bed was comfortable, they had a fridge so I brought a huge pack of water bottles at the 7-11 next door so I could store my water bottles to prepare for our trips to the disney parks. The pool was great, they had different activities every hours, they had pool theater where you could watch movies on the big screen and chill out in the pool or the lounge chair, they also had live musicians come out and sing. they have and arcade, and kids movie theater to keep the kids busy....the applebees next door is good not great but convienent. The things I didnt like is that they dont change the bed sheets there was a red stain on my bed sheet, that was disgusting!!hair was on the bathroom floor housekeeping sucks!I my room was next to the entrance door so you can hear ppl slide their hotel room card throught the door and you would hear a clicking sound allllllll night, felt like someone was trying to come into my room wont be back next time but all in all was a good expeirence for first trip besides the horrible housekeeping

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

Reviewer score

4
BRYM
san jose, california
Jul 29, 2012

Review

W e liked the hotel; but the elevator is very slow; and, when we checked out, we had to carry all our luggages down stairs from the 6th floor because the elevator was not working, We were happy with their shuttle services to the main attractions there and their on time performances.

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

Reviewer score

5
MaggieD
Milford, MA
Jul 29, 2012

Very family oriented spot.

The man at the pool is amazing with the children. We actually talked about coming again with our whole family, kids and grandkids. They would love it. We were close to everything we would want and the rooms were very clean the staff was attentive. It was just a pleasure. My husband and I have been to the area 14 times, this was a first for just the 2 of us. Our 35th anniv. We loved the resort. Thank you!!

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

Reviewer score

5
Biker Chick 07
Caribou, Maine
Jul 29, 2012

Great getaway

Leaving the the winter weather of Maine we felt so very welcomed by the employees at the Holiday Inn Resort. They helped us find the perfect room with the perfect view. Can not wait till March 2013 when we travel back to our yearly vacation in Florida. And because of how we are treated we will be back to the RESORT!!!!

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

Restuarant within the Hotel.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA

Reviewer score

5
Neil McLaughlin
Chicago
Jul 25, 2012

Fantastic

I have to admit we got more than we bargained for, it was fantastic hotel, clean friendly helpful and very affordable

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

Reviewer score

5
Neil McLaughlin
Chicago
Jul 24, 2012

Excellent

My wife and two kids stayed here, kids 8 and 6 and this was perfect , the room was clean large very comfortable. The bathroom was spacious and very clean, overall I have no complaints what so ever, I do recommend this hotel very courteous staff, plenty or kids to do, pool large and clean. Applebees next to hotel where kids eat free'

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