The Most Budget-Friendly Hotels to Book in Orlando, Florida

Not many budget hotels in Orlando offer as many facilities as the Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel. There’s an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers and cabanas, two restaurants and a coffee bar. Plus, all the rooms come with a handy microwave and fridge for those who want to buy their own food to help keep the cost of their stay down. The major theme parks, meanwhile, are less than a 20-minute drive away.

The Best Western International Drive has everything you’d want from a budget hotel in Orlando, and it’s a quick 10-minute drive from SeaWorld and Universal Studios. The breakfast – look for the waffles shaped like a certain cartoon mouse – will set you up for a busy day exploring the city attractions. Also, all of the rooms come with at least one king-size bed and neutral color schemes to aid a restful night’s sleep.

It’s the zip code that gives this Crowne Plaza its edge over many other Orlando budget hotels; it’s within walking distance of Universal Orlando Resort. Meanwhile, Disney World is a 15-minute drive away; the hotel offers a free shuttle. To get the best night’s sleep, book a room in one of the Quiet Zones, where outside noise and distractions are kept to a minimum.

There are more than 800 rooms to choose from at this 14-story budget hotel in Orlando. Most of them come with two double beds, and many offer 180-degree views of the city skyline and the Pointe Orlando entertainment complex, which is next door. There are also eight bars and eateries on-site, including a steak restaurant, where celebrity caricatures line the walls. Budget-watchers should also look out for the daily happy hours at the poolside bar.

Aloft is one of the most contemporary budget hotels in Orlando. Rooms come with soundproof windows, USB outlets, mini-fridges and Pop-art-inspired decor, such as Pow! cushions. You’ll also see these cushions in the uber-modern W XYZ Lounge. The hotel has scored a great location, too – just across the road from SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove and Aquatica. You can drive to the Walt Disney World Resort in about 10 minutes.

At Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando, your family can enjoy resort features, such as a playground, a game room and specially curated treats, at budget-friendly prices. All rooms include the essentials, such as a coffee maker, a mini-fridge, an iron and an ironing board, plus baby cribs on request. If you’re only visiting a theme park for part of your vacation, you’ll be pleased to discover other affordable attractions nearby, including iFLY Orlando, Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, WonderWorks Orlando, and Pointe Orlando.

If you desire the simplicity of a clean, comfortable hotel conveniently located near the theme parks, this Quality Inn and Suites delivers. It understands your need for basic travel essentials in decent-size rooms without stretching your budget. Free coffee and breakfast add to the appeal of some of the best deals for a cheap hotel stay in Orlando.

This Best Western Plus is the closest budget hotel to Universal Orlando Resort that offers free transfers and rates cheaper than a single-day theme park ticket. You’ll receive a continental breakfast and can take advantage of affordable eateries, such as Starbucks, Burger King and Golden Corral, adjacent to the parking lot. The hotel is near I-4, giving swift access to Disney World and the Orlando Outlet Marketplace.

Affordability is nothing without accessibility, which is something the Hampton Inn and Suites understands intimately. Its budget-friendly hotel is smack dab in the middle of unique attractions on International Drive, including CoCo Key Water Park and Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit. You’ll save on nightly rates compared to the nearby resorts but still be able to take advantage of a quick drive to the theme parks as well as an outdoor pool and complimentary breakfast.

You can breathe a sigh of relief that the Fairfield Inn by Marriott near the Orlando International Airport offers convenient airport access as well as a quick trip to Downtown and the theme parks. A grab-and-go breakfast is complimentary, and popular eateries, including Chili’s, Denny’s, Cracker Barrel and TGI Fridays, are within 1mi (1.6km) of the hotel. You are also free to use the small fitness center and outdoor pool at the hotel if you don’t want to head out for golf and shopping at nearby Lake Nona.