Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa vs Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Lake Buena Vista, an IHG Hotel
Both Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa ranks significantly higher than Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa scores 86 with praise from 11 publications such as Oyster, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
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4401 Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $544 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"You can't pick a more dreamily convenient Disney hotel—it's a single monorail stop away from the Magic Kingdom, and four from Epcot."
Fodor's
"The view across the lake to the Magic Kingdom is spectacular, day or night, as you can see the colors change on the Cinderella Castle along with the fireworks."
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Oyster
Luxury
"The Grand Floridian, Disney's crown jewel, is as elegant as it is expensive."
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DK Eyewitness
"This opulent Victorian-style resort features a magnificent five-story lobby topped by an ornate stained-glass dome."
Rough Guide
"Gabled roofs, verandas and crystal chandeliers are among the frivolous variations on early Florida resort architecture at Disney’s most upmarket hotel, complete with a full-service spa."
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."
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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."
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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."
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