Kissimmee

Orlando

The town south-east of Disney, known for vacation homes, budget motels along US-192 and big resorts like Gaylord Palms and Margaritaville.

Best for Budget · Families

Transport: 1/5
Sights: 2/5
Value: 5/5
Quiet: 3/5
Food: 3/5

Typical mid-range hotel ~$150/night · 60 min to Downtown Orlando

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Why stay here

The cheapest rooms near Disney
Vacation homes with private pools
Resorts like Gaylord Palms and Margaritaville

Who should stay here

Big families and groups
Budget travellers
Long stays

Not ideal if…

You don't have a car
You want to walk anywhere
You want nightlife

What it's like

Kissimmee stretches along US-192 just east of Walt Disney World, with thousands of vacation homes and condos, budget motels, and resorts like Gaylord Palms and Margaritaville. Old Town and the Fun Spot have rides and evening fun, and lakefront Kissimmee itself has a small historic centre.

It's the cheapest base near Disney and the best for big families who want a house with a pool. It's sprawling, car-dependent and 15–30 minutes from the parks, and quality varies widely, so check reviews.

Best streets and sub-areas

US-192 (Irlo Bronson Highway)
Main strip of motels, restaurants and Old Town.
Margaritaville and Gaylord Palms
Big resorts on Disney's eastern edge.
Downtown Kissimmee
Lakefront park and historic main street.

Getting around

Nearest stations: A car is best; LYNX buses run along US-192 and some resorts offer park shuttles.
To Downtown Orlando: About 60 minutes
From Orlando International Airport (MCO): About 25 minutes: taxi or rideshare from MCO.

Nearby attractions

Old Town
Rides, classic car cruises and shops along US-192.
Gatorland
Old-school alligator park with a zip line.
Lake Tohopekaliga
Airboat rides on the lakefront.

Where to eat and drink

Margaritaville Resort
Restaurants and bars in Sunset Walk.
US-192
Family restaurants and buffets.

Where to stay in Kissimmee

A few hotels we'd book in this area, at different budgets.

Luxury pick

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

Why we like it: Huge resort under glass atriums, with a water park.

Typical luxury rate in Kissimmee: ~$300/night

Check availability

Best value

Margaritaville Resort Orlando

Why we like it: Resort with a water park and Sunset Walk restaurants.

Typical mid-range rate in Kissimmee: ~$150/night