Catalina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Walt Disney World® Resort
Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.
Universal Studios Florida
An attraction popular with visitors from around the world, where you can wander through film sets and enjoy the thrills and spills of the rides.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
Disney Springs™
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Disney Springs™, a favourite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Magic Kingdom® Park
A fairy-tale theme park where all your childhood fantasies come true, whether you’re young or simply young at heart.
Orange County Convention Center
Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.
Activities
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets
Orlando: 7-D Dark Ride Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Catalina Hotel Deals
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
Clean rooms. Clean pools. Great staff. Great location. The building is a giant maze. I would likely ask for a room closer to the elevator if I book again.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
Staff were very helpful and friendly. The villa had everything we needed. It was quiet at night and we slept well on the comfy mattress. The shower was nice and clean. We had a great time.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
Good location. Clean. Issues with our room. Our lamp was unplugged and it required moving the bed (two man job) to get rectified after four calls. Maintenance walked in without waiting after knock. Had to have a fridge delivered because it was missing.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Vacation Village Orlando, Celebration
The unit was good and spacious, however the check in process was slow. Their online system for checking in/out was also not working properly during our stay.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
It was a clean place. Food was ok. My room key and the replacement I got only worked for our room. It did not work for any of the gates or pool area. Bowling area is very expensive and it would have been nice for the charges to be disclosed. Phone in the room didn’t work. The family suite was set ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Marriott's Grande Vista
I loved everything about it, the only problem was that I was only staying for the night( wish it was a week).
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Catalina
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is noteworthy for its theme parks, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cross Country Creek and Central Park Plaza Shopping Center.
Downtown Orlando
Ample dining options, great live music, and fantastic lake views are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Orlando. A visit to The Social or Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
Florida Center
If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.
Doctor Phillips
Restaurants and seaside views are just a few things travellers like about Doctor Phillips. A stop by Orange Tree Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Williamsburg
Notable for its restaurants, shopping and golf courses, Williamsburg is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Orlando. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Orange County Convention Center or Aquatica.
International Drive District
Visitors to International Drive District rave about its breathtaking beach views, exciting theme parks and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Orange County Convention Center or The Orlando Eye while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
