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#16 Bella Vida Resort

The Mediterranean-style villas and townhouses at this luxury gates resort each have up to 6 bedrooms with private pools and patios. Just 7 miles from Walt Disney World Resort and less than 15 miles from Universal Studios Orlando, this is a great location for all the attractions
Orlando has to offer. Guests have the use of the beautiful pool, arcade, playground and sports courts. There is also a stunning 15 acres of lakes and Italian gardens.
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#14 Regal Palms Resort

Onsite at the Regal Palms Resort, you will find a spectacular water park. Relax and stretch out at the beach style zero-entry pool, or take a slow, relaxing ride down the lazy river and don't miss a chance to plunge into the pool from the spectacular water slide. There's also a great kid's playground to let your youngsters work off some steam.
The resort has a quality choice of 5-Star villa rentals and a real home-from-home feel.Situated next to the Highlands Reserve Resort and also just minutes from Mikey and Co and all the excitement on offer at the Disney theme parks.
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#13 Windsor Palms Resort

Less than three miles from Walt Disney World Resort, Windsor Palms Resort sits in the perfect location if your family wants to be close to all of the theme park action. You can be at Disney's Maingate in less than 10 minutes while Universal Orlando and SeaWorld are only a 20-minute drive.
Tucked away between Highway 192 and Interstate 4, Windsor Palms is also ideally placed to reach all of the attractions of the Orlando area and beyond.
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#12 Emerald Island Resort

Set on a 300-acre woodland site, surrounded by a conservation area, Emerald Island Resort has scenic walking and biking trails, yet is just 5 minutes from Walt Disney World Resort.
Holiday homes range from 3 to 7 bedrooms making this a perfect option for large families and groups of friends. The large heated pool is at the centre of the resort and next to a range of sporting activities from tennis, volleyball as well as 3 different children's playgrounds.
You won't have to travel far for shopping and dining, unless you want to. In the immediate vicinity are Pizza Hut, Burger King, Taco Bell, KFC, Subway, Chinese and Indian restaurants.
Just around the corner there's a 24-hour Walmart for any essentials and also a Publix supermarket.
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#10 Paradise Palms Resort

There are 48 luxury villas to choose from at Paradise Palms Resort, located just off Highway 192 with great access to all the parks. Just along Highway 192, you can find numerous places to shop and dine, but there's also the option of grabbing a delicious bite to eat or a drink at the resort's own poolside Tiki bar.
Onsite there is a 50-seat cinema within the clubhouse at the centre of the resort, which also features an onsite games room, playground, sports courts and the lagoon pool with waterfall. With 5-star villas from 4-bed to 6-bedroom, sleeping up to 14 people, you can travel in a smaller group or with your extended family or a party of friends.
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#8 Windsor Hills Resort

The facilities at Windsor Hills Resort are sure to keep all the family entertained. There is an impressive Olympic-sized swimming pool, hot tubs, Tiki bar, games room and sports courts. For movie buffs the resort has its own 58-seat cinema.
In terms of location, you can visit several parks within the same day if you wish. Disney World Resort itself is just 3 miles away, and Universal Orlando and SeaWorld are just a 20-minute drive away. Be sure to also check out the Mystic Dunes Golf Course directly opposite the resort.
You can get discount golf coupons from the clubhouse. Nearby there also is a wide selection of factory outlets for those wanting to indulge in a spot of retail therapy.
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#7 Solterra Resort

The upmarket Solterra Resort in Davenport is just off the I4 Highway, meaning you are in easy reach of all the major parks and attractions. Top golf courses at Champions Gate, Providence, Southern Dunes and Celebration are all within a short drive. Also nearby are many premium outlet stores where you are sure to pick up a bargain and there is a cinema at nearby Posner Park to catch the latest release.
There is so much to choose from in terms of activities within the resort too. Grab a ring and float around the lazy river, splash in the resort-style pool, workout in the fitness centre or take on your family members on the tennis, volleyball or basketball courts. Then relax with a drink at the poolside tiki bar.
Many of our Solterra villas, some which sleep up to 30 people, have Harry Potter, Avengers, Star Wars and Disney-themed rooms to wow the little ones (or the young at heart).
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#5 Solara Resort

Our 5-Star villas range from 3 to 9 bedrooms and many are equipped with home theatres, fitness rooms, hot tubs and private balconies. There are also stunning views over the lake and all the family will enjoy the first rate facilities.
There's a heated lagoon style pool, cabanas and flowrider surf simulator, which is hugely popular with adults and children alike.This is one of the newest resorts in central Florida and all the villas offer great comfort and facilities for families of all sizes.
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#3 Champions Gate Resort

Encompassing 1,500 acres south of Walt Disney World Resort, Champions Gate is one of central Florida's premier destinations.
There are 36 holes of championship golf, designed by multiple Major winner Greg Norman. The golf resort features a 35,000 square foot clubhouse with pro shop, full service bar and banquet facility catering for up to 300 people.Champions Gate is also home to the world famous Leadbetter Golf Academy, under the direction of the renowned coach David Leadbetter. Guests have access to the 10,000 square foot European-style spa and fitness centre.
There is a beautiful formal pool with private cabanas, heated family pool, waterslide and 850-foot lazy river and Orlando's only resort wave pool. You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining, with 5 restaurants and room service to choose from.
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#1 Reunion Resort

Reunion Resort is our choice as the very best Orlando resort. There were several strong contenders for the top spot but the combination of world class golf and stunning mansions put Reunion Resort at the top of the competitive pile.
This exclusive planned community has the ultimate mix of incredible villas, restaurants, top golf courses, leisure facilities and its own water park. As you'd expect, it has a great location with easy access to Orlando International Airport, Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Resort Orlando and the rest of the area's major attractions.
Reunions is a paradise for golfers with 3 PGA courses designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson and Arnold Palmer. The onsite waterpark has a spectacular pool with a lazy river and slides. Meanwhile, the condos, townhouses, villas and mansions sleep from 4 to 32 people in the ultimate comfort and luxury.
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