ACCOMMODATIONS 4-Star Resorts Escape the theme park bustle with a pampering stay at a 4-star resort. Local options offer everything from 1,000-square-foot suites to spacious condos with balconies. Luxury here is still family-friendly: Youʼll find infinity pools next to mini water parks for the kids, organic grocery delivery and plenty of resort-run child and teen programs. And you wonʼt lose any magic when you spend the day on site—these accommodations have spas and multiple dining options. Concierge service connects you to everything that’s happening in the area. Before booking, check resort websites for vacation packages and discounts. Reunion Resort Hotels, Inns & Motels The established chains youʼve come to know and trust are also well represented in Kissimmee, and most are just a stoneʼs throw from the big parks and offer shuttle service to them. The hotels, inns and motels are affordable, accessible and comfortable choices that also boast a fair share of perks. Some facilities have pet-friendly suites. Most include Wi-Fi, continental breakfasts and heated pools. With flat-screen TVs, microwaves and fridges, the rooms are decidedly well-appointed. Some of the suites have a pull-out sofa bed in the separate living area. Another benefit: discounts to local attractions that are often available at check-in. Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate Magic Village Every Taste & Style Campgrounds & RV Parks For a back-to-nature experience of the area, set up your tent on a Kissimmee prairie or preserve. The sheer variety of tent and RV possibilities here truly lets you personalize your visit. Roll up to RV sites that offer hot tubs and pools, off-leash ranges for dogs and playgrounds for kids. Or take advantage of the full-facility and primitive camping options, including equestrian campgrounds with paddocks. When it comes to accommodation options in the Kissimmee area, there's something to suit Embassy Suites Vacation Home Rentals Kissimmee is known as the Vacation Home Capital of the World™. Located just minutes from the theme parks, vacation home rental properties let you and your traveling companions enjoy all the comforts of home, whether your group is small or large. The properties range from luxurious 6-14 bedroom houses to 3-5 bedroom villas to 2-4 bedroom townhomes and condos. Turn to p. 82 to read about the many amenities they offer and what it’s like to stay in them. Melia Orlando Suite Hotel at Celebration For more on finding the perfect place to stay, check out: ExperienceKissimmee.com/stay ExperienceKissimmee.com 79