Best Hotels near Fun Spot America

Staying at this hotel in Orlando, Florida, puts travelers near Universal Orlando Resort and grants access to many exclusive theme park benefits. Those who choose to stay at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort score early park admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Volcano Bay water park, wake-up calls from and meet and greets with Universal characters, golfing perks, and complimentary water taxi and shuttle transportation to several attractions on the Universal campus. This Loews outpost houses 1,000 guest rooms and suites that feature island decor, free Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs, coffee makers and minifridges. Microwaves are not included in the accommodations, and to rent one costs $15 a day, a pain point for some previous guests. Outside the rooms, visitors will find four restaurants, which dish out everything from Caribbean specialties to tapas to fresh seafood. Additional amenities include a large pool, a hot tub and a waterslide, along with a fitness center. Families will be thrilled with the Loews Loves Kids program, which provides kids camps, babysitting services, games and more. The hotel has several facilities for business professionals, too, including a 24-hour business center, 115,000-plus square feet of event space and meeting planning services.

For close proximity to area theme parks, friendly customer service and clean and spacious accommodations, stay at the Crowne Plaza Orlando Universal. Guest rooms at this Crowne Plaza outpost come with pillow-top mattresses, flat-screen TVs, minifridges and free Wi-Fi access; however, a few prior lodgers reported tired decor and poorly insulated walls. What's more, some had mixed feelings about Elements Bar & Grille's options and quality during breakfast, although many gave the Aqua Tiki Pool Bar rave reviews. Other facilities found at this IHG Hotels-affiliated property include a gym, an arcade, multiple meeting rooms, an outdoor pool and a business center. Additionally, complimentary shuttle service is provided every day to and from SeaWorld Orlando, Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort, but departure times are limited and reservations are required at least 12 hours in advance. To offset added expenses for on-site parking (which starts at $14 per vehicle, per 24 hours) and meals, members of the IHG Rewards Club can use earned points to stay for free.