$79 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 5, 2013 Check-out: Jun 6, 2013

Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

3 stars
8629 INTERNATIONAL DR, ORLANDO, FL 32819
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
70 reviews
Nice room, nice location

We enjoyed our stay. Pleasant staff. Close to dining and attractions. See full review

  • Unkblock
  • Dec 27, 2012
Perfect value

Right on to I-drive and Universal Blvd, along with shopping and attractions, this is a gorgeously... See full review

  • Familiarecho
  • Dec 26, 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
  • 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

A full American breakfast is served each morning. 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

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
Executive level
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Dining
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
Business center
Maid service
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Porters
FAX
Overhead projector
White board
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Safe
Desk with lamp
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Turndown service
Cribs available
In room movies
Temperature control
Ironing board
Bath tub
Trouser press

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Hotel Map

28.4405 -81.4706
Nearby airports
Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 10.00, MI, SE;
Area description
Resort, resort

Nearby points of interest

  • King Henry's Feast: 0.3 mi
  • Trainland: 0.4 mi
  • Movie Rider: 0.5 mi
  • Wonderworks: 0.5 mi
  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 0.5 mi
  • Guinness World of Records: 0.6 mi
  • Orlando Convention Center: 1 mi
  • Skyventure: 1.6 mi
  • Aquatica Park: 2 mi
  • Malibu Grand Prix: 2 mi
  • Seaworld Orlando: 2.1 mi
  • Universal Studios Florida: 2.2 mi
  • Universal Islands of Adventure: 2.2 mi
  • Sea World Adventure Park: 2.3 mi
  • Universal Studios Escape: 2.5 mi
  • King Henry's Feast: 0.3 mi
  • Trainland: 0.4 mi
  • Movie Rider: 0.5 mi
  • Wonderworks: 0.5 mi
  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 0.5 mi
  • Guinness World of Records: 0.6 mi
  • Orlando Convention Center: 1 mi
  • Skyventure: 1.6 mi
  • Aquatica Park: 2 mi
  • Malibu Grand Prix: 2 mi
  • Seaworld Orlando: 2.1 mi
  • Universal Studios Florida: 2.2 mi
  • Universal Islands of Adventure: 2.2 mi
  • Sea World Adventure Park: 2.3 mi
  • Universal Studios Escape: 2.5 mi
  • Discovery Cove: 2.5 mi
  • The Florida Mall: 4.6 mi
  • Gatorland: 7.1 mi
  • Downtown Orlando: 8.8 mi
  • Amway Arena: 9.1 mi
  • Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre: 9.1 mi
  • TD Waterhouse Centre: 9.1 mi
  • Lake Eola Swan Boat & Gondola Rentals: 9.2 mi
  • John Young Planetarium: 10.5 mi
  • Loch Haven Park: 10.8 mi
  • Orange County Historical Museum: 11.1 mi
  • Orlando Museum of Art: 11.2 mi
  • Lake Whippoorwill Speedway: 14.3 mi

Dining

Castle Cafe
Enjoy a full breakfast buffet each morning in the Castle Cafe, featuring freshly cooked omelettes, fresh pastries and other hot items to recharge you for a busy day of business or pleasure. Kids eat free with paying adults.
Cafe Tu Tu 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 plates, over drink, music, and conversation. One of the things that truly makes
Vito's Chop House
Delicious Italian cuisine, steak and seafood is complemented by an extensive wine list in this elegant restaurant serving dinner nightly.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 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 (70)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Overall score

3.9 / 5
34 out of 70
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.4
Value:
4

82% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Mzgeorge
Fredericksburg va
Apr 6, 2013

Great place to stay

This hotel was great, very clean lots to do there. However, they double charged my card. Carlos was very friendly and got it fixed ASAP.

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

Reviewer score

3
Marcia Sper Mom
Manhattan, NY
Mar 30, 2013

fun family getaway

Staff was very nice, receptive & helpful. When I called the front desk to have my suspicions of down bedding confirmed @ 10:30 pm, housekeeping was up in 10 minutes w/ new bedding. The full breakfast they served had REAL eggs, lots of fresh fruit,& great variety; it was a great way to start our busy days of touring Disney. The location was not a far drive; maybe 20 non traffic minutes. The pool also had nice foliage around it; something that didn't show in the photos All in all a good choice for our family

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

Reviewer score

4
LuisMi
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Jan 2, 2013

Great for families!!

The front desk and restaurant personnel were excelent and friendly. The help us with all our request. I made the reservations including breakfast and, although in was not in my record they include the breakfast without questions. My only complaint was the lack of good clean services in the room. We were four people and have to ask for the fourth towels all the time, need to request twice for the room to be vacoum, and you can see the dust in the furniture all teh time. The rooms does not have refrigerators.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Excellent restaurants walking distance (Dennis, Cici's Pizza, Olive Garden, Frindlys,etc.) Walgreens around the corner. Great access from International Dr. and Universal Dr. to avoid traffic.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

4
Sammy PR
Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
Dec 3, 2012

Felt like a King

Excellent location! Close to many attractions and places to dine. Great beds and bathroom. Definitely would come back.

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

Reviewer score

3
J didy
Minneapolis MN
Aug 7, 2012

Orlando Vacation

Decent hotel, my kids enjoyed the castle theme. Unfortunately we were charged by both parties. Hotel is working with us to get charges reversed. Overall it was centrally located, clean and free parking, which was a plus.

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

Reviewer score

4
Lars69
Limburg, Germany
Jul 4, 2012

Great deal for families

We stayed there for two nights while visiting SeaWorld that is closed by. There is nothing to complain. The kids had a lot of fun in the pool. There is everthing you need for a stay in Orlando.

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

Reviewer score

2
Elviarob
San Juan, PR
Apr 30, 2012

Regular Hotel

Not clean at all. The principal door all the time was dirty, the room dont have refrigerator, table.

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

Reviewer score

5
josehdez
indiana
Apr 11, 2012

realy is the perfect spot to stay

it was conviniant to everything universal studios and from the 9th floor terase you could see the harry poder castle thats how close it is. was a positive experience.thanks from hernandez family

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

shopping for souvenir shopper world,short drive to all atractions.longest drive is to airport 20 minutes. need gps keep in mind u-turns are legal most pleces.

Review of Holiday Inn Resort CASTLE I-DRIVE

Reviewer score

3
abaa
big smoke, canada
Mar 20, 2012

Great space, bed too soft and springy

The hotel experience was great esp watching Harry Potter movies while in the pool with kids, however the bed sunk in the middle and was too soft and springy. Did not sleep well. Very clean, good location and everything else was good though.

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

Reviewer score

4
eLITE
Atlanta,Ga
Mar 12, 2012

Unusual but fun hotel

Our first room 's air condition was broken and could not be repaired. We were moved into a better room thanks to Jason at the front desk.We bought our cocktails at the pool bar and took them to the roof terrace to enjoy. The breakfast was fantastic. There are many excellent restaurants in the area for dinner

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
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