Lake Buena Vista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Lake Buena Vista is home to the largest recreational resort in the world, and includes Disney theme parks and world-class golf courses.

Lake Buena Vista is home to the Walt Disney World® Resort which hosts four theme parks, two water parks, PGA-tour-calibre golf courses and Downtown Disney® Area.  

The Downtown Disney® Area offers three lively waterfront districts of shopping, dining and entertainment. The area is divided into Downtown Disney® Pleasure Island, Downtown Disney® West Side and Downtown Disney® Marketplace.

Step inside DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park at Downtown Disney® West Side for five-stories packed with virtual reality gaming, 3-D and motion simulator rides. Prepare to be amazed by the show La Nouba™ by Cirque du Soleil®.

Throughout Downtown Disney® Area you’ll find a range of dining options. These include T-REX, a dinosaur-themed eatery, Splitsville Luxury Lanes, a 50,000-square-foot bowling and dining complex, House of Blues Music Hall and Wolfgang Puck’s Grand Café.

Shoppers should make their way to Downtown Disney® Area for its designer stores, themed shops and the World of Disney® store. With approximately 51,000 square feet (4,700 square metres) of space, this is the largest Disney store in the world.

As well as the theme parks, golfing is a big draw for Lake Buena Vista. There are a number of golf courses to choose from, the most highly rated of these being Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course, which has hosted major national and international competitions.

Lake Buena Vista is situated in Orange County, Florida. There are a few public transport options within the city, but many of the hotels provide complimentary bus services to and from Downtown Disney® Area. If you plan on driving to Downtown Disney® Area, note that parking is free.

Where to stay in Lake Buena Vista

Magic Kingdom® Theme Park showing interior views and rides as well as a couple

Bay Lake

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Exciting theme parks plentiful wildlife and top sights from Epcot® to Walt Disney World® Resort – discover Bay Lake, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

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Golden Oak

You'll love the stunning river views in Golden Oak, and you might want to stick around to check out Walt Disney World® Resort, a top place to visit.

Golden Oak
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Dolphin
4 out of 5
1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The price is ฿7,000 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
฿7,000
฿9,404 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Stay at this beach hotel in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,555 reviews)
"We enjoyed the Dolphin large hotel room and the cleanliness of the room. Bed was very comfortable. Pool area is very nice. Plus, the proximity to EPCOT was great with easy boat ride access to that park."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Swan
Walt Disney World Swan
4 out of 5
1200 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,764 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿7,764
฿10,263 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this beach resort in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,565 reviews)
"Great transportation options including to Disney springs. Located walking distance to Epcot and boardwalk. Lots of food options Staff were attentive"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

Walt Disney World Swan
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs® Area
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs® Area
4 out of 5
1751 Hotel Plaza Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The price is ฿4,292 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,292
฿6,273 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,159 reviews)
"Very good. Excellent!"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs® Area
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Orlando Newest Resort Community Town 5 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning
Orlando Newest Resort Community Town 5 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning
3.5 out of 5
1542 Carey Palm Circle, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star holiday home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Disney's Hollywood Studios® and ...
Orlando Newest Resort Community Town 5 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning
1719cvt Orlando Newest Resort Community 5 Bedroom Villa by RedAwning
1719cvt Orlando Newest Resort Community 5 Bedroom Villa by RedAwning
3.5 out of 5
1719 Caribbean View Terrace, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Disney's Hollywood Studios® and Epcot® ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Absolutely booking here for future trips!!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2024

1719cvt Orlando Newest Resort Community 5 Bedroom Villa by RedAwning
Margaritaville Resort Orlando Cottages by Rentyl
Margaritaville Resort Orlando Cottages by Rentyl
4 out of 5
8000 Fins Up Circle, Kissimmee, FL
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Kissimmee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,064 reviews)
"Upon arrival, I was not happy with the condition of my cottage. Rentyl was very good about working with me on a resolution. It saved my vacation! My family loved the amenities and location of the resort. We will be back!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Margaritaville Resort Orlando Cottages by Rentyl
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lake Buena Vista

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

So much to see and do.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good area near all the Disney parks

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A good quality hotel and we had a great holiday!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

The area was OK, it had all amenities, butit was nothing special.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

excellent location and good transportation links and variety of shops and dinning options

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Pros: Nice motel style rooms in the Wyndham Garden. Classed as a Disney Hotel, so it brings the perks and benefits (early entry). Cons: $28 resort fee nightly.

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