Nightly rates from $93
Rate based on Check-in: Mar 9, 2012 Check-out: Mar 11, 2012

Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

3 stars
8629 INTERNATIONAL DR, ORLANDO, FL 32819
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.8
out of 5
49 reviews
Great deal, love the kitsch factor

Went here for a quick winter getaway for our first time to Disney. Such a GREAT deal especially for... See full review

  • sophiecakes
  • Jan 30, 2012
QUICK STAY

GREAT! PERFECT LOCATION AND PRICE! MUST STAY FOR KIDS OR COUPLES See full review

  • TMONEY10
  • Jan 29, 2012
Enjoy the royal treatment in Orlando

Experience the magic of Orlando during a stay at the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando – The Castle. Dotted with turrets and surrounded by palm trees, the resort evokes a medieval palace while offering theme park adventure nearby. Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando are just minutes away, but visitors won't have to leave the hotel to have an enchanting time. The Holiday Inn Resort Orlando – The Castle offers a castle scavenger hunt especially for kids, plus an arcade, fitness center and outdoor pool.

Highlights

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Special KidSuites with bunk beds
  • Free scheduled shuttle service to Universal Studios Florida and SeaWorld
  • On-site dining options

Rooms

Guest rooms feature up-to-date decor with details such as dramatic headboards that nearly touch the ceiling. Ideal for families, KidSuites provide separate sleeping areas, with a privacy wall dividing mom and dad's space from kids' bunk beds. In all guest rooms at the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando – The Castle, expect royal red and purple, dark wood furniture, 37-inch HDTVs with premium channels and Wi-Fi Internet access.

SmartRooms provide an in-room printer and copier, and HDTVs with web access to sites like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube and Facebook, plus full PC functionality including document creation and editing. Pets are welcome at the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando – The Castle (fees apply). 

Features

The rooftop patio at the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando – The Castle is framed by the building's turrets and filled with lush landscaping, providing a romantic setting for a special event or quiet evening drink. Even the outdoor pool sports a royal vibe with poolside gazebos dressed in court jester-inspired drapery.

Families and business guests enjoy modern conveniences including free parking and laundry services, plus free scheduled transportation to Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando.

Dining

Continental breakfast is complimentary, and a breakfast buffet is also available (fees apply). The adjacent Cafe Tu Tu Tango brings a pause to the hotel's castle theme with its abundant art and a distinctive tapas menu that's earned the restaurant an impressive list of accolades.

Transportation

  • I-4 (0.3 mi/0.4 km)
  • Orlando International Airport (9.9 mi/15.9 km)
  • Free schedule shuttle to Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando

Attractions

  • Orange County Convention Center (1.2 mi/2 km)
  • SeaWorld Orlando (2.2 mi/3.5 km)
  • Universal Orlando Resort (2.6 mi/4.1 km)
  • Walt Disney World (6.9 mi/11.1 km) 

Business

  • 10,000 square feet of function space
  • Two ballrooms and two rooftop terraces
  • Business center

Hotel Map

8629 INTERNATIONAL DR, ORLANDO, FL 32819

Area served
ORLANDO
Nearby airports
Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 10.00, SE, Mile
Area description
Resort - resort

Amenities

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Bath Tub
  • Business center
  • CD Player
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Concierge Desk
  • Cribs Available
  • Desk with Lamp
  • DVD Player
  • Email Service
  • Executive Level
  • FAX
  • Free Newspaper
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • High-speed Internet
  • Honeymoon Suite
  • Ice Machine
  • In Room Movies
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Lounge
  • Maid Service
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Overhead Projector
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Porters
  • Room Service
  • Safe
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Satellite TV
  • Temperature Control
  • Trouser Press
  • Turndown Service
  • TV
  • White Board

Dining

Cafe TuTu Tango
The bohemian lifestyle fashioned life as a grand celebration, a feast of the senses to be shared and treasured. Together, artists found kinship over meals shared on appetizer-sized plates, over drink, music, and conversation. One of the things that truly

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
4:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

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 (49)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Overall score

3.8 / 5
49 out of 49
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4.1
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.9

76% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

1
Blue Skys
North Carolina, USA
Feb 6, 2012

Holiday Inn Resort

A nightmare First of all the pictures they show on the internant is nothing like real life. Needs a lot of updates. CUSTOMER SERVICE SUCKS I told the lady at the front desk I had a reservation what she does next is ask for my ID and credit card then she swips my credits card I replied what are you doing I have a reservation. then she does the dumbest thing ask me my last name while my ID and credit card is in her hand very unprofessional need to train better staff one customer you will never see again. Customer Service should always be Number !..

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

5
SAFy13
Naples, Florida
Jan 31, 2012

Our quick getaway

The hotel was excellent for the location and the price. On the premise, was a jacuzzi, pool, small acarde, gym, concierge (tickets, shuttle service) and dining area. Location of the Hotel could not be beat. We were minutes from the parks and right on International Drive. An excellent location. As for the room, it was all we needed as was only two of us. The mattress seamed a little soft a woke with a sore back. But that could just be my problem. I do not recall breakfast being offered through the website and was not asked when checking in either. The interaction with staff was fine and had no issues. The Caste on I-Drive is a definitely a possibility for our next trip to Orlando with the kids. Have fun...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
sophiecakes
Charlotte, NC, USA
Jan 30, 2012

Great deal, love the kitsch factor

Went here for a quick winter getaway for our first time to Disney. Such a GREAT deal especially for how cool the room is. The "fantasy"/ castle theme is done well and the bed is super comfortable. This will be our go to place when we visit Orlando if we are looking for good value.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Short drive to Universal.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
TMONEY10
Business
FORT PIERCE, FL
Jan 29, 2012

QUICK STAY

GREAT! PERFECT LOCATION AND PRICE! MUST STAY FOR KIDS OR COUPLES

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

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
BigKat
Maryland, USA
Dec 31, 2011

Castle

Rooms were clean and beds very comfortable. About 15 min from disney but located in safe area with many restaurants. Very convenient for family to go out to eat and drive to other location for shopping. Pools was heated which kids enjoyed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

All Restaurants nearby IKEA, IHOP, Buffets have kids eat free. Great for budget.....

Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

5
Sibyl
Brook Park, OH, USA
Dec 13, 2011

It was a magical place to stay

The smile on my children's face describes how excited they were when they saw that beautiful castle that was the hotel. Is it for real? Yes, it is magical.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
Alidees
Melbourne, FL, USA
Dec 7, 2011

Great theme hotel

This was a great hotel for the value. Clean rooms and friendly staff...would recommend.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

5
Florida
Oct 6, 2011

Castle is amazing!

We went for my sister's bachelorette party and The Castle was a perfect location! My only complaint was that we requested help with getting the movie ordering thing on the tv to work, and they said they would send someone up. No one ever came. I do admit though it was 3:00am, so I don't blame them for not coming! Overall it is a gorgeous hotel, fabulous pool, perfect location!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
couples retreat
Georgia
Aug 11, 2011

great hotel

We visited universal studios. The hotel was in a convenient to the parks. The staff was friendly. The hotel was very beautiful. The breakfast was great. Only problem is the maid service didn't clean our room or stock fresh towels until we prompted them.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Great dining spots near hotel.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
Angel
Raleigh NC
May 5, 2011

Simply - LOVE IT

Hotel is beautiful. Our 6 and 7 years old daughters really loved it and feel like a princess. Pool was clean and nice. Staff was friendly and helpful - we asked for a refrigerator because our room did not have one and they brought it in a few minutes. Breakfast however in our opinion is overpriced, but not a big deal, there are plenty of restaurants around so we always ate out. Very good location.

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