Double the Options: Exploring SpringHill & TownePlace Suites near Disney World

The SpringHill Suites and the TownePlace Suites Orlando Theme Parks / Lake Buena Vista are two of the newer “extended stay” type Marriott brand hotels in the Disney Springs area. These two hotels are within a single, self-contained six-story building featuring all-suite rooms that cater to budget conscious business and pleasure travelers visiting the Orlando area.

These two hotels were originally constructed in 2018 and share a lobby / reception area, amenities, 3,767 square feet of meeting space and hotel staff. Both are “Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotels” that offer transportation to the Disney theme parks as well as provide guests the ability to purchase Disney theme park tickets at the hotel itself.

The SpringHill Suites features 180-suites that are larger than typical hotel rooms and include a separate living / working area with wet bar and mini-refrigerator. The TownePlace Suites features 155-suites is designed for longer stays and include fully equipped kitchens with stainless steel appliances & granite countertops as well as separate living/working and sleeping areas.

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The Location of the SpringHill Suites & TownePlace Suites

The SpringHill and TownePlace Suites enjoy one of the most convenient locations in the Orlando tourist district along Palm Parkway and immediately adjacent to Interstate 4. This property is centrally located to all the Orlando area theme parks, the Orange County Convention Center, International Drive and several of Orlando’s major shopping & entertainment destinations.

SpringHill Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista

TownePlace Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista

8040 Palm Parkway | Orlando, Florida 32836

407.635.8500

It will take guests approximately 25 minutes to get to the hotels from the Orlando International Airport and less around 10 minutes to get to the Orlando / Orange County Convention Center.

There are several restaurants and retail venues within a very short distance to these hotels which include a Walgreens Pharmacy, Chili’s Grill & Bar, Giordano’s, Kobe Japanese Steakhouse and Olive Garden. Additional shopping outlets and restaurants are located within one mile along International Drive.

For groceries, a Winn Dixie Supermarket is located 5 minutes from the hotels along South Apopka Vineland Boulevard along with a Publix at the corner of Daryl Carter Parkway and Apopka Vineland Road.

The Orlando area theme parks are also a short distance to the hotel and per Google Maps, travel time is as follows (non-peak hours):

SeaWorld Orlando: Less than 10 minutes.
The Universal Orlando Resort: Approximately 20 minutes.
The Magic Kingdom Park: approximately 15 minutes.
EPCOT: approximately 15 minutes.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios: approximately 15 minutes.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: approximately 15 minutes.
Disney Springs: Approximately 10 minutes.
Downtown Orlando: Approximately 25 minutes.
Vineland Premium Outlets: Les than 10 minutes

Hotels Amenities

Like most of the Orlando area resorts, a pool area is an absolute must for vacation travelers. The SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites has a beach-entry resort style pool with a small kid’s splash area. The pool area is simple but functional and does not feature any modern features like water slides.

Other hotel amenities include:

Fitness Center
Arcade / game room
3,767 square feet of meeting space
Computer availability / business center
Lobby marketplace (drinks and snacks)
On-site laundry facilities

On-site Dining

The primary food service option is Sagos Bar & Grill which is a dual lobby and poolside bar that is open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM daily and seasonally for lunch (check with the hotel for seasonal times). There is a variety of American fare which can be enjoyed in the lobby / poolside or delivered directly to the guests room.

In addition to Sagos, the two hotels offer a complimentary hot buffet breakfast to guests in either hotel. There is a large breakfast area with multiple rooms on the first floor of the hotel.

The Rooms at the SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites

There area multiple types of rooms across both the SpringHill Suites and the TownPlace Suites. These were indicated to be as follows:

SpringHill Suites Room Types

Standard King Suite: Includes one king bed, a sofa bed, work station and a wet bar with mini refrigerator/microwave oven.
Standard Queen Suite: Includes two queen-sized beds, a sofa bed, work station and a wet bar with mini refrigerato