Orlando’s first 'villa hotel', Villatel Orlando Resort, has opened its doors. So if you like the idea of having their own space, but with the amenities of a big resort or hotel – head this way, as we lift the lid on what’s in store…
Overview
So firstly, what do we mean by a ‘villa hotel’? Well, these luxury villas are set on a 77-acre site, but come with hotel-style facilities. So, you can get the best of both worlds – a villa with a fully-equipped kitchen and living space, along with the amenities you’d expect from a hotel, like a waterpark, bar, sports courts and a gym – all coming for 2025.
Location-wise, it doesn’t get much better. The resort’s on International Drive, less than 10 minutes’ drive from the theme parks – so day trips to Disney and Universal are super doable. Plus, it’s within easy reach of I-Drive’s restaurants, shops and attractions.
The Villa Options
You can choose between a range of villas, from two to nine bedrooms, meaning there’s plenty of room to bring the whole family, including space for up to 18 guests in the larger properties. Plus, select homes promise themed rooms for little ones or big kids, as well as cinema and games rooms.
Each and every home has its own pool as standard, yet all provide a living space and kitchen area with all the mod-cons, so you can prepare breakfast and dinner at home, or pack up lunches when you are on-the-go. Laundry facilities and free Wi-Fi are some of the other amenities that every guest can expect, along with spacious master bedrooms and en suite bathrooms.
What’s New for 2025?
The resort isn’t quite finished yet. Lots of the villas are open, but they’re still working on the communal facilities - which will be worth the wait. In 2025, the resort will add a waterpark, lazy river, pool, poolside bar-cum-grill, sports courts and a gym to the facilities list. There will also be a clubhouse and a children’s playground.
Something Out of the Ordinary
If you are looking for that something extra, Villatel Orlando Resort can easily deliver. Lots of the villas feature extravagantly themed kids’ rooms – like the wildlife-inspired Jill’s Jungle Villa and Medieval-style Carter’s Castle. The five-bedroom Villa Fantastique includes a themed kids’ room with a slide, while The Stunning villa stars a water-view pool and hot tub, along with a whole room dedicated to gaming. In fact, plenty of the villas come with their own cinema or arcade rooms for added entertainment.
And, if that wasn’t enough, there are certain VIP perks that come with a stay here. The resort runs a free shuttle service to and from
Walt Disney World and
Universal Orlando Resort, so you can avoid any extra car parking or taxi costs. Plus, Florida’s biggest indoor attraction, Dezerland Park Orlando, is just down the road. There’s a lot packed into this place, from go-karting and trampolines to laser tag and mini golf.
What's more, if you are ever in need of any help while you’re away, there’s a dedicated concierge service from 8.30am-8.30pm.
Other Important Things to Know
Resort fees
As you’d expect from a resort of this calibre, there will be a daily resort fee that’s payable on arrival at the resort for 2025 stays. It applies per day, per home – but only for guests arriving after January 2025. In this case, guests will need to leave a credit card on file when they check in. This will grant access to the resort’s waterpark, sports courts, grill and gym. Plus, it also includes the concierge service, linen and towels, and the toiletries and pantry items that all the homes are stocked with when they arrive.
The resort fees are:
$20 for 2-bed condo
$30 for 3-bed condo
$30 for townhomes
$40 for homes
These rates are all per day and are subject to a 12.5% tax.
Ongoing Construction for 2024
It’s worth remembering that there are still some facilities under construction at Villatel Orlando Resort. Facilities like the waterpark, sports courts and bar & grill won’t be open until late 2024, ready for the 2025 season. But there’s never been a better time to get ahead of the crowd, and secure your spot at Orlando’s first ‘Villa Hotel’ in all its glory….
Get in touch today and choose from over 2,000 Exact Homes with expert guidance for your 2025 Florida villa holiday.
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