Orlando is jam-packed with things to do for the whole family, but many of those big activities come with quite high price tags. The best option for families looking to spread their budget just a little bit further is through their accommodation. The best news is that there is more than one way to save, meaning that you don’t need to stick with the absolute cheapest option you find. Instead, you may find you can save more by booking an affordable resort that offers something for everyone in your family to do and enjoy so that you can spend longer on vacation without burning through your budget too quickly.
Many of the top resorts in Orlando even offer full-sized kitchens, meaning that you and your family can save simply by eating in instead of dining out. With flexibility, proximity, and top amenities, you cannot go wrong with booking any of these ten great budget-friendly Orlando hotels or resorts.
1. Westgate Town Center Resort (And Westgate Villas Resort)
These neighbor resorts offer a variety of accommodation options and big amenities like an onsite waterpark.
Westgate offers lots of resort options for those heading to Orlando, with one of the best for value and the sheer number of options being Westgate Town Center Resort and Westgate Villas Resort. They are both located on the same property and offer a range of rooms, suites, and villas accordingly.
Go with a large group, and book a villa to save and take advantage of the home-away-from-home amenities. Have a small family? You can save by booking a double room with Westgate Resorts.
Choose the option that will help you save the most overall. What you save on your room may be enough to cover your dining costs, but in other cases eating out may end up costing more than splurging on a villa where you can prepare your own meals.
At Westgate, the choice and the options are yours. You can even save further by sticking around the resort and taking advantage of the budget-friendly waterpark that is available onsite.
Source: Instagram, posted on April 15, 2022, Floridays Resort’s Official Instagram
2. Floridays Resort Orlando
This popular and family-friendly resort offers condo suites that come with their own private balcony and stunning view of the area.
Floridays is a popular destination for families coming to Orlando. Come for a home-away-from-home experience that feels like your very own condo, complete with a private balcony. Your suite will come with a full kitchen for you to make meals right at home (a great way to save) and also comes with a washing machine and drying machine so that you can pack lighter and save on those flight fees.
Each one of their two-bedroom suites is 1005 square feet and can sleep up to six people. When you want out of your room, there is plenty to do right onsite with two pools, a splash park, and even a cold therapeutic pool to give yourself that invigorating refresh you need in the Florida heat.
The resort also plans many excellent activities to keep the whole family busy. Particular favorites are the “dive-in” movies where you can watch top classics while lounging in the pools and under the stars. There are also live music events and pool parties.
Source: Instagram, posted on May 19, 2022, Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista’s Official Instagram
3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando – Lake Buena Vista
This all-suite property is just a few miles away from Walt Disney World and offers all the comfort of a Hilton at family-friendly prices.
When you want to save, getting a suite that comes with all the home amenities you need to keep your costs low (like a kitchen) is a big must. If you aren’t in the mood to make your own food, this resort even offers cooked-to-order complimentary breakfasts.
Get to Disney World and Epcot fast and free with their shuttle services, enjoy movies and events onsite, and cool down and calm down by a beautiful pool. At the Embassy Suites you will be able to enjoy the comfort of a Hilton and the comforts of home all at once.
Source: Instagram, posted on June 9, 2022, B Hotel Resort & Spa’s Official Instagram
4. B Hotel Resort & Spa
This resort is an excellent budget option that offers contemporary design and is home to the only AVEDA lifestyle spa in the Orlando area.
B Hotel Resort & Spa may not offer the big frills that other resorts on this list does, but it does offer clean, comfortable, and affordable accommodation in Orlando. It is also the only resort in the area to be an official AVEDA lifestyle spa lifestyle partner, so if you are in the mood for some great spa treatments and a chance to relax, this can be the perfect hotel for you. As it doesn’t have much in the way of splash parks and does not have its own waterpark, it may be better suited for families with older children or adult groups that are looking for a great affordable accommodation option in the area. It is ideal when you want to save on your accommodation so that you can splurge on experiences.
Source: Facebook, posted on March 20, 2022, Staybridge Suites Orlando’s Official Facebook
5. Sonesta ES Suites Lake Buena Vista
This resort is an official Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel and offers special deals in the lobby and free shuttles to the theme park.
Previously known as Staybridge Suites, Orlando Lake Buena Vista Sonesta ES Suites is just a short distance away from all the action. It is 10 minutes from Discovery Cove Theme Park and is less than 5 miles from Walt Disney World Resort.
You can find it in the entertainment district and enjoy top amenities right in your room, including a spa bathtub. Pets are allowed, there are various room services from self-service laundry all the way to room service and housekeeping, and of course, there is a full list of activities to keep you occupied throughout the day. With both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and spa amenities including a spa & wellness center, you will have everything you need for a great trip away.
Source: Instagram, posted on May 27, 2022, Universal Orlando Hotel’s Official Instagram
6. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
This resort is right in the heart of Universal Orlando and offers 1000 guest rooms and suites to suit families of all sizes.
If you are looking for affordable options right in the park itself, then Loews Sapphire Falls Resort can be just what you are looking for. Not only are there over 1000 rooms available, but it is also pet friendly. It was renovated back in 2016 and offered modern, updated amenities that will make your entire stay comfortable and relaxed.
This resort is an official Universal hotel and, as such, offers special perks and discounts for guests going into the park. For example, guests can go before the crowds to see The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and many other top attractions in the Universal Studios Orlando Resort.
Source: Facebook, posted on March 172022, Drury Inn and Suites Orlando’s Official Facebook
7. Drury Inn and Suites Orlando
This resort is an official Universal Orlando Resort hotel partner and offers great deals and a free shuttle service to get you from your hotel to the park.
Drury Inn and Suites Orlando is a simple, affordable hotel that comes with big perks as an official Universal Orlando Resort hotel partner. You will be able to get to and from the theme park for free with their shuttle service and be able to get special deals and upgrades available only to Universal hotel guests.
The hotel also offers great perks right onsite. You will be able to fuel up on the complimentary breakfast and even get free wine, beer, soft drinks, and hot bites at their 5:30 Kickback program. Kids will love that they can get free popcorn from the lobby in the afternoons.
Source: Facebook, posted on May 19, 2022, Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando’s Official Facebook
8. Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando
This hotel is perfect for those who want peace and quiet and want to be in the heart of the city.
While this hotel may not be a few minutes away from the big theme parks, it does offer great value and is located in a great spot for those who want to fill their vacation up with a variety of activities. See the downtown area, go to the theme parks, hit the beach – when you choose an outpost hotel like this one, you have all the options and can enjoy it all with fewer crowds.
If you have been struggling to find an affordable option for a fairly last-minute trip to Orlando, this hotel can be just what you need.
