18 Best Hotels in Orlando, Florida

"You may question whether you’re still in Central Florida when you pull up to the Beach Club Resort, which was designed in the image of a New England beach club. Though modern, the lobby presents itself as a Victorian seaside cottage, and a cool blue-and-beige color palette carries across the sprawling resort. The location and features make it a particularly good option if you’re planning to spend a lot of time at one of Epcot’s seasonal festivals or want to relax outside the theme parks. Don’t skip a visit to Beaches & Cream, a soda shop, for burgers and ice cream. If you can’t snag a reservation to challenge your group with the Kitchen Sink sundae—yes, actually served in a kitchen sink—the walk-up window is a fine second choice." - Valerie Marino