Say “Yes” to adventure at Wyndham Orlando Resort I-Drive!
Hello Fellow Travelers,
If you have ever stayed at the Ramada, Days Inn, La Quinta, or the Wingate, you may not have known it, but you were being hosted by Wyndham Hotel and Resorts! With 20 unique brands and over 400 properties, Wyndham is a company that many trust with their hospitality when away from home. When we were given the opportunity to experience one of Wyndham’s signature resorts, right here in Orlando, FL, we jumped on it immediately.
It's all about location
The Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive is plopped right in the middle of all the buzz on I-Drive and is directly adjacent to ICON Park, one of the area’s largest attractions. Upon arrival, I was surprised at how unassuming the property is from the outside. Mostly made up of 2-story beige buildings, I have driven past it many times without ever realizing it was there. Once inside however, it’s clear to see why the Wyndham name is on this property.
Your home away from home...
We were greeted in the lobby by very friendly staff who guided us to check-in. There are always greeters at the door, ready to assist however they can, something I find to be a nice touch. The lobby itself contains the check-in desk, a concierge (or several), and a full bar with comfortable seating scattered throughout. Check-in was easy and we were quickly pointed to our accommodations.
Time to kick back & relax...
Stepping out of the lobby onto the grounds, we were greeted with a very attractive courtyard area with walking paths surrounded by meticulously manicured landscapes, two large heated pools, and a relaxing hot tub. There is also a gym and health spa available to guests directly off the main walkway, easily within reach of the guest buildings. The grounds are arranged to form a “walkable neighborhood” and serve to make the resort feel populated, but never overcrowded. We arrived on a relatively busy day and never felt inconvenienced by long lines or lack of available space.
Great accommodations to choose from
Our room was standard fare with a pair of queen beds (pillow top mattresses!), a TV, safe, and mini fridge. I very much appreciated the fridge being standard as we used it several times. Also standard to every room is a balcony, with chairs and a table, overlooking either the pool area or facing ICON park. All building access felt very secure as a key card was required to access the building itself as well as guest rooms. Parking was also very well thought out as the lots behind each building accommodate plenty of guest vehicles. The Wyndham truly strives to make their guests feel at home and really make an effort to accommodate your whole family.
You are close to all the fun!
One of the main selling points of this resort is its proximity to the largest attractions Orlando has to offer. ICON Park with its restaurants, rides, and museums, is only a ten-minute walk away whereas SeaWorld, Universal Studios, and Disney are all accessible via shuttles from the grounds. Since we were here to check out an event at ICON park, we grabbed our cameras and headed on over. It’s very easy to find where you are headed as you can see the beautiful ride lights in the near distance, even from the back of the hotel’s courtyard!
Ready to go? All major attractions are closer than you think!
It's the little things...
Apart from the friendly atmosphere and the prime location, the Wyndham Orlando has a few other defining features that make it feel like home away from home. There are room options ranging from our double queen to massive suites, and even rooms with bunk beds for the kids! The property is also pet friendly to it is common to see pups walking around, graciously taking their humans for a walk. And after a day of fun and a dip in the pool, food is easy to find! The Gatorville Bar and Grill is directly beside the pools and is an easy walk-in dining or bar experience and if you are looking for a more formal sit-down meal, Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant is right for you! Are you looking for a more indepth look at some more resturants on I-Drive? Check our review on ICON Park’s Sip n’ Savor where we got to try diffrent restuarants in the area!
Final thoughts...
The Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive is, quite simply, an excellent choice for your stay in the Orlando area, especially if you love being right in the middle of the action. With their comfortable rooms, ample amenities, and prime location, all at a reasonable cost, this is definitely one I’d check out for your trip to the City Beautiful.
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We want to give a BIG thank you to the Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive for hosting us! I would highly recommend staying here on your next family vacation to the Orlando area. Although we were hosted for our stay, these thoughts are my own.
