Royal Plaza

4 stars
1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
355 reviews
fantastic

Very good place and very good attention i will recommend this hotel See full review

  • Carloss
  • Apr 24, 2013
lighting

hi, the only thing we complaint about was poor lighting in the bathroom however they told us all of... See full review

  • GRANLEX69
  • Apr 1, 2013
Elegant rooms and casual dining in the heart of Downtown Disney

Elegant on-site dining, casual poolside meals, spacious guest rooms and free transportation to Disney theme parks and water parks make the Royal Plaza a great choice for a memorable Disney experience. Located in the heart of Downtown Disney, attractions such as shopping, a 24-screen cinema and the Cirque du Soleil La Nouba show are steps away. On-site amenities at the Royal Plaza include the Disney Gift Shop, Plaza Resort Shop, heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi and diverse dining options that appeal to the entire family. 

Highlights

  • Fitness center, heated pool and whirlpool
  • Four lighted tennis courts
  • Free transportation to Disney theme parks
  • Rooms have balconies or patio areas
  • Free breakfast for kids 10 and younger at on-site Giraffe Cafe

Rooms

The pride of the Royal Plaza hotel is the signature Royal Bed, providing guests with all the comforts needed for a great night's sleep: a pillow-top mattress, crisp sheets, European-style duvet and plush pillows. Most bathrooms expand on luxury with granite countertops, oversized Roman bathtubs and Judith Jackson or Bath and Body Works spa amenities. A range of room options includes traditional and deluxe poolside rooms, premier Jacuzzi rooms and executive suites, all with wired and wireless Internet access and a coffee-maker. 

Features

Golfers staying at the Royal Plaza take advantage of preferred tee times at all four championship Disney golf courses. After a round of 9 or 18 holes, book an in-room massage to soothe aching muscles. 

Dining

For each paying adult at The Giraffe Cafe, one child age 10 and under eats free for breakfast and dinner. The filling breakfast buffet includes cooked-to-order omelets. Mom and dad take advantage of babysitting services at the Royal Plaza and return to The Giraffe Lounge for cocktails, pool tables, dart boards and TVs showing the hottest sports events.

Guests who like to lounge by the pool don't have to go far for a drink and a snack -- Sips Pool Bar offers appetizers and sandwiches. Guests in the mood for a private meal request in-room dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 

Transportation

  • Adjacent to I-4
  • Orlando International Airport (12.7 mi/20.4 km)
  • Free shuttle to all Disney theme parks and water parks

Attractions

  • Downtown Disney (Across the street)
  • SeaWorld Orlando (3.5 mi/5.7 km)
  • Orange County Convention Center (3.8 mi/6.2 km)
  • Universal Orlando Resort (7.2 mi/11.6 km)

Business

  • 24-hour business center
  • 18,500 square feet of meeting and event space
  • 5,000-square-foot outdoor courtyard

Policies and fees
  • A resort fee of 10 USD per night will be collected upon check-in. This covers in-room Internet access, guaranteed entry to Disney theme parks (paid admission required), discounts for golf at all Disney golf courses, use of fitness center and tennis courts, pool towel service, unlimited local phone calls and in-room coffee. Save $15 in parking fees by using the bus transportation services. Self parking fee is $10 per car per night
  • All 394 guest rooms are non-smoking. There will be designated smoking areas located on the hotel premises.
  • Minimum age for hotel check in is 18 years old.
  • Valet parking for overnight guests: $16 USD

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Royal Plaza Rooms

Superior Room
Superior pool view room is located on second floor overlooking the pool area and offers either one king bed or 2 double beds. Your Superior pool view room is both welcoming and luxurious. You will sleep like royalty on our new Royal Bed Package featuring custom designed pillow top mattress, three layers of crisp snow white sheets, rich duvet comforter, and 6 lush pillows on each bed. Current run movies, wireless and wired internet, dual-line phones, coffee/tea maker. The totally renovated bathrooms feature new tile, granite vanities, fixtures and bowed shower curtains for extra room. Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure; you'll appreciate all the advantages of being a Disney guest at the Royal Plaza.
Traditional Room
The newly renovated custom designed Traditional rooms at the Royal Plaza are located on the first and 2nd floors in the Lanai area. Traditional rooms feature all the amenities you would expect. You will sleep like royalty on our new Royal Bed Package featuring custom designed pillow top mattress, three layers of crisp snow white sheets, rich duvet comforter, and 6 plush pillows. Extreme TV with current run movies, wireless and wired internet, dual-line phones, coffee/tea maker, Traditional rooms feature balcony or patio area and a twin size sleeper sofa. The totally renovated bathrooms feature new tile, granite vanities, fixtures and bowed shower curtains for extra room. Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure; you'll appreciate all the advantages of being a Disney guest at the Royal Plaza.
Premier Room
Welcoming and luxurious best describes the newly renovated Premier Tower room with two double beds. These rooms are located on the hotel's 12-17th floors. These rooms rank among some of the largest guest rooms in the Downtown Disney area. This room offers plenty of room for the vacationing family or business travelers who need additional work area. Floor to ceiling windows. The oversized bathrooms include whirlpool Roman Tubs and granite counter tops. Each room also offers a twin size sleeper sofa and activity table in the sitting area. You will sleep like royalty on our new Royal Bed Package featuring custom designed pillow top mattress, three layers of crisp snow white sheets, rich duvet comforter, and 6 lush pillows on each bed. amenities Extreme TV with current run movies, wireless and wired internet, dual-line phones, coffee/tea maker
Deluxe Room
Stretch out and relax in the Royal Plaza's newly renovated Deluxe Tower Room with two double beds. These rooms are located on floors two through eleven and rank among some of the largest guest rooms in the Downtown Disney area. This room offers plenty of room for the vacationing family or business travelers who need additional work area. Floor to ceiling windows. The oversized bathrooms include Roman Tubs and granite counter tops. Each room also offers a twin size sleeper sofa and activity table in the sitting area. You will sleep like royalty on our new Royal Bed Package featuring custom designed pillow top mattress, three layers of crisp snow white sheets, rich duvet comforter, and 6 lush pillows on each bed. Enjoy other amenities such as Bath and Body Works products, Extreme TV with current run movies, wireless and wired internet, dual-line phones, coffee/tea maker

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
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Hotel Map

28.3752 -81.5096
Area served
Lake Buena Vista, in the Walt Disney World Resort, Downtown Disney Resort Area.
Nearby airports
Orlando International Airport.
Area description
Located in the Heart of Downtown Disney in the Walt Disney World Resort located in the heart of Central Florida shopping, dining, entertainment, attractions, and recreation right at our doorstep.

Nearby points of interest

  • Typhoon Lagoon: 1.3 mi

Dining

Giraffe Diner
Casual atmosphere - Traditional American favorites
Daily breakfast buffet
In Room Dining
Full food service available 6:30 AM - 10:30 AM.
Marketessen
Casual delicatessen-style cafe self-service snacks and light meals.
Giraffe's Tavern
The Giraffe Tavern is the perfect rendezvous for a cold beer, or a refreshing tropical drink. Enjoy a light meal while you cheer for your favorite sports team.
SIPS Pool Bar
Tropical poolside atmosphere Frosty libations and full bar service
Light snacks and meals served poolside.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
The Royal Plaza is the perfect setting for any size event, from a small board meeting to a large convention. Luxurious elegance combined with the highest level of personalized service characterizes our facility. We have over 17,500 square feet of flexible meeting space able to accommodate up to 1,100 people. Our two large ballrooms are graciously appointed, while our many smaller breakout rooms present a more intimate ambiance. Our Catering Department can provide you with a full complement of dining options. Casual buffets, elegant formal dinners, whimsical theme parties - we do them all. Let our Convention Services representatives work with you to coordinate your individual function. Their experience and attention to detail will ensure the success of your event.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (355)

Ratings and reviews for Royal Plaza

Overall score

3.6 / 5
355 out of 355
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3.9
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.7

71% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Orlando, Florida
Aug 10, 2010

Great Location! Slept like a baby!

Room was good size. Location was perfect. Leaving the hotel in my own vehicle was the worse. You get a ticket when parking the vehicle and when leaving the hotel for whatever reason it asks to pay even when you will be paying those daily charges at check out. Waiting for them to allow you to go through the gate did not make me happy. I would have rather been told that I had the option of paying at the gate or at check out. Waiting for the elevator was also a bit frustrating. A hotel with so many floors need more than 2 elevators. Anyway, that aside, I slept like a baby in a hotel full of people. Front staff was very caring and professional. I cannot say that I am too impressed with this hotel, but cannot complaint for the price I paid plus the location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
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2
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5
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3
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5
Value:
5
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Colorado Springs
Aug 7, 2010

Decent stay

I read up on this hotel before our stay and heard some real horrible and alarming stories, so I was a little nervous about our trip. We didn't have any major issues... However, the electrical outlets did not work on two walls which left us a little strapped on charging gadgets, and they didn't stock any toiletries during cleaning service. My kids fixed that issue.. I would agree with the many comments I came across about the comfortable beds. We slept good, and the staff seemed friendly. Overall, it was a decent experience for the price and location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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2
Room cleanliness:
3
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3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Wyndmoor, PA
Aug 5, 2010

Great value for the price

We chose to stay here at the last minute and got a great deal. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable. There was nothing over the top about this hotel. It was close to Downtown Disney (walking distance) and shuttles were provided to other Disney resort areas. A taxi is available at the hotel to take you to Universal Studios as well. The round trip cost was about $60. We had a wonderful time and did not break the bank!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Treasure Island, Fl
Aug 3, 2010

Great Hotel Near Downtown Disney

My husband and I absolutely love Disney and have stayed at many "Disney" hotels. Because of this, we are very spoiled when it comes to accommodations. Recently we wanted to stay over for one night near Downtown Disney. This hotel was perfect. The staff was very friendly and willing to help with whatever they could. They upgraded our room without us asking and gave us a later check out time (3pm) for free. The room was spotless and was beautiful. Nice, comfortable bed with plenty of blankets and sheets. The only downside was that we had an older remote to the TV which had some trouble switching channels at times. This hotel was a good location because it was close to Downtown Disney. Technically you could walk there, but it was hot and we aren't walkers so we took our car (approx. 1-2 min.). Since this hotel is on Disney property, you also have use to Disney transportation. Overall this was a great hotel and we will back for sure!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Perry, FL
Aug 3, 2010

Royal Plaza

very clean room and comfortable bed

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
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Business

Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Monterrey, Mexico
Aug 2, 2010

Great Value

The hotel is really normal and ordinary. It is not a luxury hotel, it is just a place to sleep and rest. The best of this hotel is its location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

5
nickvoy
Clearwater, FL
Aug 1, 2010

Very nice hotel

Very nice hotel. Location is perfect, restaurants, shopping is walking distance from the hotel, also free shuttle from 6pm and 3am to Disney downtown. Will stay again and recommend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
South El Monte, California
Jul 17, 2010

Good

Overall it was fine. I had expected to be a little nicer since it is in the Walt Disney resort parks. Hotel need to be remodeled.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Georgia
Jul 14, 2010

Good Hotel - Great Location

My overall stay was good. The staff was courteous and helpful. The only thing I didn't like was the flyers from delivery services that was put under my door everyday. They were not put there by hotel personnel, but by someone who just walked in the hotel an slid flyer under the guest's doors.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Royal Plaza

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Chicago
Jul 13, 2010

Fantastic family getaway

Great hotel for Disney vacation.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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