When planning a trip to Orlando, many people wonder if it’s worth staying in Kissimmee. This little town with a strange name is right next to Orlando, so close together that few people know, but part of the Disney complex is inside Kissimmee. But because it has such a famous neighbor, the place almost always goes unnoticed by tourists.
The city is close to Orlando, you can go from one to the other without even realizing it and, because it is so close and less popular, Kissimmee ends up establishing itself as an excellent accommodation option for families and groups traveling to Florida.
Why stay in Kissimmee?
But after all, Why is it worth staying in Kissimmee and not Orlando?
To begin, Kissimmee is considered the cheapest city in Florida! This means that you will find good accommodation options for a lower price than in neighboring cities.
Additionally, Kissimmee is next to the Walt Disney Resort. This makes it easier to get to the parks from there than from many parts of Orlando. Furthermore, traffic there tends to flow better, which ends up making travel faster and, for those who plan this trip without a car, taxi prices are more affordable.
Kissimmee developed on the entertainment tourism ride that brings so many people to the region. Therefore, the city is considered a great holiday destination for the local population.
Although Orlando is famous for its theme parks, in Kissimmee you can find nature reserves, adventure sports, golf courses, luxury spas, summer camp ranches and countless ecological activities.
But the great asset of accommodation in Kissimmee are the gated communities and houses for seasonal rental. This type of accommodation provides a more private atmosphere for families and large groups who want more freedom and a more personal stay than hotels, albeit with fewer perks. In Kissimmee you can find houses for rent at good prices.
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Best places to stay in Kissimmee
The list below shows the best accommodations in Kissimmee, divided by category and style of accommodation, according to the evaluation of people who stayed there! Check out!
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How much does it cost to stay in Kissimmee?
The average price for accommodation in Kissimmee is $150 for a double room in a simple hotel close to the parks.
Therefore, the hotels indicated in this post were classified as follows:
- Budget hotels in Kissimmee: up to 100 dollars
- Good value hotels in Kissimmee: between 100 and 200 dollars
- Comfort or luxury hotels in Kissimmee: from 200 dollars
To better understand the city’s geography and discover the best location to stay in Kissimmee, continue with the post! We also give tips on the best hotels and holiday homes in Kissimmee, according to the main locations.
Neighborhoods and regions of Kissimmee
In general, tourists looking for accommodation in Kissimmee tend to stay in three areas of the city:
- Celebration
- north of Kissimmee
- Downtown Kissimmee
If you prefer, you can also check out our tips on where to stay in Orlando.
1. Celebration
Celebration is a neighborhood in Kissimmee created by The Walt Disney Company in the 1990s, with the aim of being a community that embodies the spirit of a quintessential American suburban small town.
In other words, its streets have beautiful two-story houses with gardens, tree-lined and quiet streets and children riding bicycles. Everything tailor-made to exude the utopian american way of life.
The little town is beautiful and charming, even scenic, I dare say, and has some shopping malls and restaurants. As it was built within Disney land, it is in a good location for those who want to visit the park and has good hotel options.
Hotels in Celebration
Economic
Cost benefit
- Galleria Palms Orlando: Modern rooms with minibar and microwave. The hotel also has an outdoor pool and is just a few minutes from the Disney parks.
- Celebration Suites: Family-friendly hotel with spacious suite-style accommodations or full kitchens.
Luxury / High-end
- ette Luxury Hotel & Spa: Beautiful resort with restaurant, outdoor pool and gym. All accommodation at this 5-star hotel has garden views.
2. North of Kissimmee
For those who want to stay as close to Orlando as possible, north of Kissimmee is the best place.
The area is close to Lake Buena Vista, therefore close to Disney. In fact, few people know this, but a large part of the Disney complex is within Kissimmee territory!
By car it is also not far from Universal, although the most famous shopping malls are a little far away.
In addition to all this ease, the region is also full of great hotels and restaurants, in addition to all the nature and adventure tourism attractions that Kissimmee has to offer.
Hotels in North Kissimmee
Economic
Cost benefit
Comfort / High standard
- Calypso Cay Vacation Villas: Fully equipped villas, with common infrastructure similar to a resort. The apartments accommodate families of up to eight people.
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3. Downtown Kissimmee
Another good option for where to stay in Kissimmee is staying in the city center, or Downtown Kissimmee.
There is a good infrastructure of shops, restaurants and other amenities, as well as ensuring easy access to parks, natural reserves, golf courses and other tour options.
Accommodation tips for Brazilians in Kissimmee
During my last trip to Florida, I stayed at the Magic Village Resort’s in Kissimmee. The place is a gated community of houses that also offers some hotel perks, but without taking away guests’ privacy, such as 24-hour reception and concierge services. Local restaurants and shopping centers are a six-minute drive from the property. Orlando International Airport is 30 km away.
The condominium is managed by Brazilians and has Portuguese-speaking staff, which is also a great option for those who don’t speak English or prefer to solve problems in our language. They also have a restaurant that serves Brazilian feijoada and pizza, as well as snacks during the day.
Another best-selling option in the region is the Champions World Resort, which is located on the edge of a lake, with a swimming pool and sports court. Summer Bay by Orlando also has a lake to call its own and they even created an artificial beach for guests.
The Saratoga Resort is for those who want convenience in getting to the parks – the hotel is just 14 minutes from Disney.
More travel tips for Kissimmee and Orlando
Before planning your trip to Orlando, also read our post Orlando on a budget: cheap trip to Disney
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