Courtyard By Marriott

Hotel Information: Ideal for both business travelers and families, this Courtyard by Marriott is situated on 13 green acres along a quiet street across from a shopping center. The hotel is completely non-smoking.

Amenity highlights: This Orlando hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios™. The hotel's heated outdoor pool with spa tub is open year-round. A playground, a video-game room, and a 24-hour fitness facility are also on site. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas and guestrooms.

Insider tip: Love to shop for bargains? The Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores outlet mall is a great place to buy clothes for the family at budget-friendly prices. You can even pick up some Disney gifts and souvenirs. The mall provides complimentary scheduled shuttle service to and from the hotel.

Guestrooms and suites at Courtyard by Marriott Lake Buena Vista @ Vista Centre feature premium bedding: thick mattress, custom comforter, down/feather and foam pillows, and triple sheeting.

Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Desks come with ergonomic chairs. Cable TV includes premium channels. Other amenities include in-room safes, coffee/tea makers, multi-line phones with voice mail, and complimentary weekday newspaper delivery. All rooms and suites are non-smoking. Some have balconies (not guaranteed).

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