West Lakes District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Camping World Stadium
Join in the excitement at one of Florida’s top sporting, music or entertainment events in this vast state-of-the-art football stadium.
Tinker Field
Explore the lovely green spaces of Tinker Field and enjoy the golf courses in Orlando. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
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.
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.
Activities
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Orlando: 7-D Dark Ride Entry Ticket
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Orlando
Our pick of the best West Lakes District Hotel Deals
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
"Great service, affordable deposit, clean villa. Requested extra paper towels and toilet paper first day, everything else was great."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
"You can tell it's an older property and it is in the process of updating. But there were missing buttons on the elevator, and it did seem run down"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
"Great hotel. Friendly staff, great food and close to Island of adventure and universal studios. Highly recommended. Great for families."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Walt Disney World Dolphin
"First time staying there! Wont be the last! Loved it so much!"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
"Room was not clean and staff was not helpful, did not like the service."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites - Waterpark by IHG
"The whole point of booking was to enjoy the water park that was closed down and not even advertised"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in West Lakes District
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 Aquatica while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Bay Lake
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.
Champions Gate
Ample dining options and top golf courses are well-reviewed features of Champions Gate. Make a stop by top sights like ChampionsGate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Florida Center
If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.
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 Gallery at Avalon Island or The Social might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
