When you’re planning an Orlando vacation on a budget, a few days at Epcot may be on your itinerary. You can find several budget hotels near Epcot and the Walt Disney World Resort, with average nightly rates ranging from $79 to $129+. Many budget hotels near Epcot are located within walking distance to Downtown Disney and a short shuttle ride to the other Disney parks. Here’s where you’ll find some of the top budget hotels near the Epcot Center in Orlando, Florida:
WorldQuest Resort Orlando
Another popular – and affordable – hotel near Epcot is the WorldQuest Resort, a moderately priced resort located about a mile from the Walt Disney World Resort and Epcot Center. This hotel features a 24-hour convenience market on site, serves a continental breakfast each morning, and provides shuttle service to all of the Disney Parks. As of November 2009, average nightly rates were $109 to $129+. The WorldQuest Resort is located at 8849 WorldQuest Boulevard; call (877) 987-8378 for more information.
Regal Sun Resort
The Regal Sun Resort is located about 2.5 miles from the Epcot Center and directly across the street from Downtown Disney. Amenities at this budget-friendly hotel include an onsite fitness center and spa, business center, free parking and a large pool. As of 2009, average nightly rates started at $59, and a $15 per night resort fee applies. The Regal Sun Resort is located at 1850 Hotel Plaza in Lake Buena Vista call (407) 828-8444 for more information.
The Palms Hotel and Villas
Located just over 2.5 miles from the Epcot Center, the Palms Hotel and Villas offer the home away from home experience with spacious rooms, non-smoking facilities, an onsite fitness center and spa, and an onsite pool. If you’re traveling with a large family, this is a great option for a budget hotel near Epcot. As of 2009, average rates were $85 per night. The Palms Hotel and Villas are located at 3100 Parkway Boulevard in Kissimmee. Call (407) 396-2229 for more information.
Hilton at the Walt Disney World Resort
One of the newly built budget hotels near Epcot, the Hilton resort is located across from Downtown Disney and within a short drive from the Epcot center. You can enjoy high speed Internet access, an onsite gym and business center, and cable television throughout your stay. The venue boasts spacious rooms and great views of Walt Disney World Resort. As of 2009, rates started at $99 per night. The Hilton is located at 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard in Lake Buena Vista. Call (407) 827-4000 for more information.
Holiday Inn at the Walt Disney World Resort
Located less than 2.5 miles from the Epcot center, the Holiday Inn at the Walt Disney World Resort offers just-the-basics accommodations at an affordable price. It’s the only Holiday Inn at Walt Disney World, and is within walking distance from the Downtown Disney Marketplace. This hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to Epcot and other Disney parks, and you can enjoy free wireless high-speed Internet access, access to a swimming and lap pool, and access to an onsite fitness center. The hotel will be open by February 19 2010, with rates starting at $79 per night. You’ll find it at 1805 Hotel Plaza Boulevard in Lake Buena Vista. Call 1-888-HOLIDAY for more information.
