Kissimmee Hotels: Affordable and Close to Disney World
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Kissimmee, Florida is a popular vacation spot particularly during spring and summer. It’s also located very close to Disney World and is a great choice for families who want to visit the theme parks but choose to save money on accommodation.
Even if you are using Kissimmee as a base for checking out Disney World, you can visit the city and discover its history. The Old Town is filled with restaurants, shops and there’s even a free ferries wheel (you need a coupon from a book though). The Osceola Heritage Park includes a stadium and an arena, while the Warbird Air Museum is more of a work shop than a museum and specializes in restoring WW2 aircrafts to working conditions. There are also plenty of things to do in nature.
Budgeting: independent traveler vs vacation packages
When it comes to planning a family vacation in/near Kissimmee the easiest way to start your budgeting is by looking up Florida vacation packages . The packages can be found in many forms, from hotel-only, flight-only and/or a combination of the two options.
Once you managed to find a cheap flight to Orlando - the closest airport to Kissimmee – all that’s left to do is to look for accommodation in Kissimmee. Because the city is so popular among those who plan to visit Disney World but also want to save some money, you’ll find a variety of places to stay, ranging from high-end resorts to cheap hotels in Kissimmee .
Things to do
If you mix the festivals and events taking place in Kissimmee with the fun offered by Disney World, chances are you won’t get bored while you stay here.
The Osceola Art Festival takes place in Kissimmee from mid to late November. The event is held at Lakefront Park and gives the visitors a chance to see some of the best and inspiring works of art in the States. It’s a great place to visit if you are into photography or oil painting.
Celebrating the Holidays Around The World at Disney World starts in November. You can see stunning Candlelight Processionals, fireworks and beautiful holiday parades.
Places to stay
This time of the year (fall) is not particularly busy in Kissimmee but crowds flock to Disney World pretty much all the time, so it pays to do a bit of research and book the hotel in advance.
Knights Inn Maingate is located just 1 mile from Disney World and offers free shuttle services to Disney World, Seaworld and Universal Studio. There’s a heat swimming pool on site, available year round. The inn offers free breakfast, free parking and free wi-fi. All rooms have fridge and microwave. During November room rates start at $28 per night for a twin room (bathroom ensuite).
Travelodge Suites Kissimmee is located across the street from Nike outlet mall, and offers free shuttles to all theme parks, free breakfast, free coffee, free wi-fi and all rooms have cable TV. There’s a heated pool available for the guests to use. During November room rates start at $40 per night for a double bed private ensuite.
Florida Fantasy Homes International offers luxury bedrooms (dorm style), all fully equipped. There’s a pool on site and the theme parks are located close by. It may not be the good choice for families, but a group of friends can save a lot of money staying here. In November bed prices start at $12 per night in a 6-bed dorm (bathroom ensuite).
Golden Link Motel is located close to the theme parks and the sports complexes. There’s a heated swimming pool on site. Breakfast is free. All rooms have fridge and microwave. There’s free wi-fi in each room, as well as cable TV. During the low season, the daily rates start at $38.95 (excluding tax).
Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa is a luxury resort offering European style spa services. Guests can enjoy the pool , a pool snack bar and the sundeck. The resort also features a fitness center and a movie theater. Average room rates are $161 per night.
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