Hotels in Orlando

Our shortlist of hotels in Orlando, Florida: every qualifying property within 14 miles of the centre, with the reason behind each pick.

76 qualifying stays
14 mile radius

Orlando is really three hotel markets: International Drive and the theme-park corridor, the resort areas around Lake Buena Vista, and downtown Orlando with Winter Park just north of it. Winter Park and Thornton Park are where the independent, non-resort properties sit. It is the single largest qualifying inventory in our United States dataset.

Areas covered: International Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Downtown Orlando, Winter Park, Celebration.

Selection radius: properties within 14 miles of the centre of Orlando, measured from coordinates in our source data.

76 qualifying stays reviewed. 12 made this shortlist.

We start from every hotel, inn, resort, lodge and bed & breakfast in our United States dataset that scores 8.5 or higher on Booking.com with at least 100 guest reviews. For this page we then looked only at properties in Orlando. See how we select hotels.

The shortlist

Ranked by Charming Score, independent properties first. Every figure below comes from our Booking.com data export (August 2026).

9.7 Charming Score ette luxury hotel & spa, Celebration, FL

ette luxury hotel & spa

Celebration, FL

9.2 guest rating from 880 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
5-star
Pool
Spa & wellness

Why it made the listIt ranks #1 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 5 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $409 per night

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9.1 Charming Score Villatel Orlando Resort, Orlando, FL

Villatel Orlando Resort

Orlando, FL

9.3 guest rating from 257 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
4-star
Pool
Spa & wellness

Why it made the listIt ranks #2 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Slow, restorative stays - Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: Our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $629 per night

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9.0 Charming Score The Delaney Hotel, Orlando, FL

The Delaney Hotel

Orlando, FL

9.0 guest rating from 565 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Pet friendly

Why it made the listIt ranks #3 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and no star rating is published for this property.

Indicative rate from $240 per night

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8.9 Charming Score Bryan's Spanish Cove, Orlando, FL

Bryan's Spanish Cove

Orlando, FL

9.3 guest rating from 281 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
Pool

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.3 over 281 reviews, which is what put it on the Orlando shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 3 stars with a pool.

Best for: Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $192 per night

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8.9 Charming Score The Alfond Inn, Orlando, FL

The Alfond Inn

Orlando, FL

9.1 guest rating from 192 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
4-star
Pool
Spa & wellness

Why it made the list192 reviews average out at 9.1 - high enough to clear our Orlando cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $359 per night

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8.9 Charming Score WorldQuest Orlando Resort, Orlando, FL

WorldQuest Orlando Resort

Orlando, FL

8.5 guest rating from 694 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
4-star
Pool
Spa & wellness

Why it made the listGuests score it 8.5 over 694 reviews, which is what put it on the Orlando shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Slow, restorative stays - Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $359 per night

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8.8 Charming Score WorldMark Orlando Kingstown Reef, Orlando, FL

WorldMark Orlando Kingstown Reef

Orlando, FL

8.8 guest rating from 633 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
Spa & wellness

Why it made the listGuests score it 8.8 over 633 reviews, which is what put it on the Orlando shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Outdoor trips

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $145 per night

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8.8 Charming Score The Edgewater Hotel, Orlando, FL

The Edgewater Hotel

Orlando, FL

9.3 guest rating from 190 Booking.com reviews

Bed & breakfast
Independent
Terrace

Why it made the list190 reviews average out at 9.3 - high enough to clear our Orlando cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent bed & breakfast, rated 2 stars with a terrace.

Best for: Couples and weekend escapes

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $179 per night

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8.6 Charming Score Courtyard Orlando Altamonte Springs Maitland, Orlando, FL

Courtyard Orlando Altamonte Springs Maitland

Orlando, FL

8.6 guest rating from 243 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Pool
Spa & wellness
Restaurant

Why it made the listIt ranks #9 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: Our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $125 per night

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8.6 Charming Score Seasons Florida Resort, Kissimmee, FL

Seasons Florida Resort

Kissimmee, FL

8.5 guest rating from 833 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Pool

Why it made the listGuests score it 8.5 over 833 reviews, which is what put it on the Orlando shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 2 stars with a pool.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $153 per night

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8.4 Charming Score Bluegreen Vacations Orlando's Sunshine Resort, Orlando, FL

Bluegreen Vacations Orlando's Sunshine Resort

Orlando, FL

8.8 guest rating from 234 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
Terrace

Why it made the listA 8.8 guest rating across 234 reviews is among the strongest Orlando returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 3 stars with a terrace.

Best for: Outdoor trips

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $229 per night

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8.4 Charming Score Villas at Fortune Place, Kissimmee, FL

Villas at Fortune Place

Kissimmee, FL

8.8 guest rating from 256 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
Spa & wellness

Why it made the listGuests score it 8.8 over 256 reviews, which is what put it on the Orlando shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Outdoor trips

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $202 per night

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8.4 Charming Score Vista Cay Resort by Casiola, Orlando, FL

Vista Cay Resort by Casiola

Orlando, FL

8.5 guest rating from 249 Booking.com reviews

Resort
Independent
Pool
Spa & wellness
Terrace

Why it made the listA 8.5 guest rating across 249 reviews is among the strongest Orlando returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $518 per night

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9.2 Charming Score Magic Village Views Trademark Collection by Wyndham, Orlando, FL

Magic Village Views Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Orlando, FL

9.1 guest rating from 969 Booking.com reviews

Resort
4-star
Pool
Spa & wellness
Terrace

Why it made the listIt ranks #2 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a resort, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Slow, restorative stays - Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $451 per night

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9.1 Charming Score Hampton Inn Lake Buena Vista / Orlando, Lake Buena Vista, FL

Hampton Inn Lake Buena Vista / Orlando

Lake Buena Vista, FL

9.2 guest rating from 836 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Pool
Spa & wellness
Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.2 over 836 reviews, which is what put it on the Orlando shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities. Indicative rates sit in the lower third of the collection.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Value-conscious travelers

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $121 per night

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8.9 Charming Score Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection, Orlando, FL

Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection

Orlando, FL

8.5 guest rating from 897 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
4-star
Pool
Spa & wellness
Restaurant

Why it made the listIt ranks #4 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $147 per night

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8.9 Charming Score Hyatt Place Orlando / I-Drive / Convention Center, Orlando, FL

Hyatt Place Orlando / I-Drive / Convention Center

Orlando, FL

8.8 guest rating from 583 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Pool
Spa & wellness
Pet friendly
Bar

Why it made the list583 reviews average out at 8.8 - high enough to clear our Orlando cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $94 per night

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8.8 Charming Score Home2 Suites By Hilton Orlando Near Universal, Orlando, FL

Home2 Suites By Hilton Orlando Near Universal

Orlando, FL

8.8 guest rating from 849 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Pool
Spa & wellness
Pet friendly

Why it made the listIt ranks #6 of the 76 qualifying Orlando properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $142 per night

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Common questions

Is it worth staying away from the theme parks in Orlando?

Winter Park and downtown Orlando are 20-30 minutes from the parks and feel like a different city - tree-lined, walkable and full of independent restaurants.

How many hotels in Orlando made this shortlist?

76 properties cleared our criteria and 12 are shown above, ranked by Charming Score. The highest-scoring is ette luxury hotel & spa at 9.7, with a 9.2 guest rating from 880 Booking.com reviews.

What do these stays cost?

Indicative nightly rates for the shortlist run from about $125 to $629 in our data export. Rates move with date, season and availability, so the figure on each card is a starting point rather than a quote.

What is the Charming Score?

It is our own 0-10 selection score, not a guest rating. It combines the Booking.com guest score (45%), review volume (20%), property class (10%), amenity fit (10%), independence and property character (10%) and price positioning (5%). The full method is published on the Charming Score page.

Have you stayed at these hotels?

No, and we do not pretend otherwise. Our selections come from guest data, property facts and location, not from first-hand visits. Our editorial policy explains exactly what we do and do not claim.