30 Best Resorts in Orlando for Kids (Updated 2024)
Orlando is the number one family destination in the United States. As such, it’s no surprise there are hundreds of kid-friendly hotels to choose from. Of course, with so many hotels, finding the right one can be overwhelming.
No time to look through all the hotels I’ve listed? No problem. Here are my top three picks!
Best five-star hotel
Four Seasons Resort Orlando
If money is no object then the Four Seasons Resort is the best hotel in Orlando for kids. Four miles from Disney World, this five-star hotel offers everything you could imagine.
best budget hotel
Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista
This is the best budget-friendly kids’ hotel in Orlando. Complete with two outdoor swimming pools.
best hotel for large families
Floridays Resort Orlando
This is one of the most fun hotels in Florida and has several suites that measure 1,306 sq. ft., which can sleep up to eight guests.
Not convinced by the top three picks? I travel to Orlando with kids every year. Here are some of my other favourite kid-friendly hotels.
1. Four Seasons Resort Orlando
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 15 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 4 miles
The five-star Four Seasons Resort is the best luxury kid-friendly hotel in Orlando. Situated inside Walt Disney World, this hotel offers extensive facilities. My favourites include:
- Complimentary shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Outdoor swimming pool with lazy river and waterslides
- Volleyball & basketball courts
2. Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 10 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 1 miles
The four-star Club Wyndham Bonnett Creek is just across from Walt Disney World Resort. This hotel is part of the Wyndham timeshare programme, but you can still book rooms for cash or points.
As a timeshare resort, most rooms at this resort are condos with multiple bedrooms. This makes the hotel ideal for large families or groups. Meanwhile, the hotel’s facilities and amenities include:
- Five swimming pools with lazy river
- Miniature golf
- Indoor games room
3. Orlando World Center Marriott
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 11 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 5 miles
With more than 2,000 rooms Orlando World Center Marriott is one of the largest hotels in Orlando.
The rooms here are incredibly spacious and have a wide range of high-end amenities. Meanwhile, the hotel’s facilities include:
- Lagoon-style heated pool
- Waterpark – featuring a lazy river
- 9 restaurants
- On-site Starbucks
4. JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 12 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 8 miles
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes offers a range of accommodation options. These include both double rooms and suites with separate bedrooms and living spaces.
When it comes to facilities, this hotel has no shortage. Some of my favourites include:
- On-site championship golf course
- Swimming pool with water slides
- Large lazy river
5. Gaylord Palms Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 18 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 6 miles
Orlando may have many theme parks. However, the four-star Gaylord Palms Resort is a major attraction in and of itself.
The Gaylord Palms Resort rooms are available in either king or queen formats. The largest of which can sleep nine guests. Meanwhile, the hotels’ facilities and amenities include:
- 4.5 acres of indoor garden atriums
- Multi-level treehouse playground
- On-site waterpark
6. Coco Key Hotel & Water Park Resort
Distance To Universal Orlando: 9 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 10 miles
Located between Disney and Universal, the three-star Coco Key Hotel is a great family hotel.
Rooms at this hotel are available in a variety of formats, and each includes a 55-inch TV and coffee maker. Meanwhile, the hotel’s facilities and amenities include:
- Complimentary shuttle to theme parks
- Onsite water park
- Kids Club
7. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: on-site
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 15 miles
Loews Portofino Bay is one of several onsite hotels at the Universal Orlando Resort. Subsequently, the hotel offers several benefits to enhance your visit to the Universal theme parks. These benefits include:
- Free Universal Express Pass
- Free Universal Orlando transport
- Large outdoor swimming pool
8. Holiday Inn Resort Lake Buena Vista
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 11 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 4 miles
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites at Lake Buena Vista is a 3-star Walt Disney World Good Neighbour Hotel.
The rooms and suites here are modern and come with a 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium HD. The suites also include a full kitchen and a separate living area – great if you need extra space. When it comes to the facilities onsite, the hotel includes:
- Free breakfast
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World theme parks
- Large outdoor swimming pool
9. Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 9 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 2 miles
The four-star Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek benefits from modern rooms and suites. The suites include a separate living and sleeping space alongside a full kitchen.
Being a four-star hotel, the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek has several fantastic amenities and facilities. My favourites include:
- Outdoor swimming pool with water slides & lazy river
- Award-winning Spa
- Golf course
10. Hard Rock Hotel
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: on-site
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 17 miles
The Hard Rock Hotel is the closest hotel to Universal Studios Florida, just an 8-minute walk away (yes, I timed it). This makes it one of the best hotels when visiting the Universal Orlando Resort.
Being a four-star hotel, guests benefit from many facilities and amenities. These include:
- Free Universal Express Pass
- Free Universal Orlando shuttle
- Kids club with games & activities
11. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 11 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 7 miles
The four-star Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort is one of the largest in Orlando. There are both rooms and suites here, with the VIP suite accommodating up to ten guests.
This hotel is in a central location and benefits from an extensive range of facilities. Some of my favourites include:
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Multiple swimming pools with lazy river
- Large fitness centre
12. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 18 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: on-site
Animal Kingdom Lodge overlooks the Animal Kingdom savannah at Walt Disney World. This is one of the few resorts at Walt Disney World that offers both rooms and suites. But, of course, they come with a Disney price tag.
Being a four-star Disney hotel, Animal Kingdom Lodge boasts some fantastic facilities. Some of my favourites include:
- Free Walt Disney World Resort transport
- Two outdoor swimming pools with waterslides
- Children’s playground
13. Floridays Resort Orlando
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 8 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 8 miles
The four-star Floridays Resort Orlando exclusively features 2- and 3-bedroom suites. Each suite has a large private balcony, full kitchen, and spacious living room.
Floridays Resort Orlando is a Walt Disney World Good Neighbour Hotel, with facilities and amenities that include:
- Free Walt Disney World shuttle
- Free Parking
- Two outdoor pools with waterslides & splash pad
14. Disney’s Contemporary Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 15 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: on-site
The four-star Contemporary Resort is within walking distance from Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Both rooms and suites are available here. Meanwhile, Club Level offers exclusive amenities, including a private lounge and nightly turndown.
Being an on-site hotel, guests at the Contemporary Resort benefit from exclusive Disney benefits. These include:
- Early theme park entry
- Free Walt Disney World transport
15. B Resort Disney Springs Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 12 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 1 miles
The four-star B Resort & Spa is one of few hotels within walking distance of Disney Springs. This hotel offers several room and suite options for all needs and family sizes.
Meanwhile, the B Resort & Spa’s facilities and amenities include:
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Free Parking
- Large outdoor swimming pool
16. Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort
🏰 Shuttle To Magic Kingdom:
🌎 Shuttle To Universal Studios:
The Swan and Dolphin Resort is on The Boardwalk at Walt Disney World. As such, both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios theme parks are within walking distance.
All rooms at this four-star hotel include Heavenly Beds, flat-screen TVs, and refrigerators. The hotel also offers family suites for those who want more space. When it comes to amenities, the Swan and Dolphin has a lot to offer:
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Five swimming pools
- On-site tennis and volleyball courts
17. The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 13 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 6 miles
The Grove Resort and Water Park Orlando is one of the best family hotels in Orlando. This luxurious 4-star hotel has a onsite waterpark and is close to Disney World and Universal.
This hotel offers a wide range of accommodation options. From standard hotel rooms to one-, two-, or three-bedroom suites. There are also several accessible rooms available for guests with mobility issues. When it comes to amenities and facilities, the hotel offers:
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Multiple swimming pools with lazy river
- Surfari Water Park with water slides, surf simulator & splash zone
18. Embassy Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 9 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 2 miles
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista is centrally located near Walt Disney World. The hotel offers rooms and suites with cable TVs and free Wi-Fi.
Despite being a three-star hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista has fantastic amenities. My favourites include:
- Free shuttle to Disney World
- Free made-to-order breakfast
- Indoor & outdoor swimming pool
19. Cabana Bay Beach Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: on-site
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 13 miles
Cabana Bay Beach Resort is what Universal calls a ‘Prime Value’ hotel. This three-star onsite hotel was inspired by Florida beach resorts from the 1950s and 60s.
Being a ‘Prime Value’ hotel, Cabana Bay is more basic than other onsite hotels at Universal. However, the hotel still has a lot to offer, including:
- Free Universal Orlando shuttle
- Swimming pool with lazy river
- Bowling alley & games room
20. Wyndham Disney Springs Resort Area
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 12 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 1 mile
The three-star Wyndham Lake Buena Vista is a Walt Disney World partner hotel within walking distance of Disney Springs.
As a result, this hotel has some fantastic amenities and facilities for guests to enjoy. My favourites include:
- Free transport to Walt Disney World
- Free Parking
- Large outdoor swimming pool
Disney’s art of animation resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 12 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: on-site
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is one of the cheapest hotels on-site at Walt Disney World. The hotel is themed around Pixar films such as Cars, Finding Nemo, and The Lion King, making it a big hit with little kids.
Being an on-site hotel at Disney World, there are several exclusive benefits to staying at Art of Animation. These include:
- Free Walt Disney World transport
- Early theme park admission
- Three Disney-themed outdoor swimming pools
22. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: on-site
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 15 miles
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort is one of my favourite hotels in all of Orlando. This four-star hotel is onsite at the Universal Orlando Resort. As such, guests staying here benefit from exclusive Universal Orlando perks, which include:
- Free transport to Universal Orlando theme parks
- Early theme park admission
- Walking distance to Universal Orlando theme parks
23. The Point Hotel & Suites Orlando
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 4 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 12 miles
Just off International Drive is the three-star Point Hotel & Suites. This hotel benefits from a wide range of room formats for guests.
Despite being a three-star hotel, there are still many great amenities and facilities here. My favourites include:
- Free Parking
- Large outdoor swimming pool
- Indoor games room
24. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 16 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: on-site
Disney’s Polynesian Village is a tropical oasis within walking distance of the Magic Kingdom. Rooms at this hotel are some of the most expensive and luxurious at Walt Disney World.
However, staying here comes with several fantastic benefits, including:
- Free Walt Disney World transport
- Walking distance to Magic Kingdom
- Early theme park entry
25. Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 11 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 2 miles
The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek is just a few miles from Disney World. This four-star hotel offers Mediterranean-style deluxe rooms and suites. Meanwhile, the facilities and amenities include?:
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Five outdoor swimming pools
- Two lazy rivers
26. Lake Buena Vista Resort Village
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 10 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 4 miles
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village is a four-star Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel. This hotel is excellent for large families with one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom suites.
Meanwhile, the hotel’s facilities and amenities include:
- Free transport to Walt Disney World
- Outdoor pool with water cannons & water slides
- Little Pirates Playground
27. Sonesta ES Suites Lake Buena Vista
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 11 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 9 miles
Sonesta ES Suites is one of the cheapest, family-friendly hotels in Orlando. However, despite this, it still has some fantastic amenities and facilities. My favourites include:
- Large outdoor swimming pool
- Well-equipped fitness centre
- On-site Starbucks
28. Avanti Palms Resort
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 4 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 12 miles
The three-star Avanti Palms Resort is one of the largest hotels on International Drive. This hotel has more than 650 rooms and suites, each featuring comfortable and modern decor.
Amenities and facilities at Avanti Palms Resort include:
- Free shuttle to major theme parks
- 2 Outdoor swimming pools
- Large indoor games room
29. Fairfield Inn & Suites Lake Buena Vista
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 9 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 2 miles
Fairfield Inn & Suites is one of the best hotels for families in Orlando. Situated in Lake Buena Vista, this three-star hotel offers some great amenities, including:
- Free shuttle to Walt Disney World
- Free breakfast
- Large outdoor swimming pool
30. Sheraton Vistana Villages
🌎 Distance To Universal Orlando: 8 miles
🎢 Distance To Walt Disney World Resort: 7 miles
In the heart of International Drive is the four-star Sheraton Vistana Villages. This hotel is in a fantastic location and offers one, two and three-bedroom suites.
Being a four-star hotel, Sheraton Vistana Villages offers a range of fantastic amenities and facilities. My favourites include:
- Free Parking
- Three swimming pools
- On-site basketball court
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