Waldorf Astoria

Orlando


Though this elegant classic doesn't offer the benefits of on-site Disney hotels, it's located within the gates of Walt Disney World® and the quality of its rooms, amenities and service is impeccable. There's an excellent buffet breakfast, two grandly styled pools bordering the golf course, and a spa. Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek shares amenities with the Waldorf.

Bus shuttle to Disney is complimentary but unreliable if there's traffic – it makes several stops on the way to/from your destination, stretching what should be a 15-minute ride closer to an hour, and so rendering null the benefit of close proximity to Disney.


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