orlando airport hotel

[firststeps]

We fly out VERY early from Orlando airport (MCO) to begin our travels to Vancouver for our cruise. We need a recommendation for a hotel near the airport that allows free parking and shuttle service to the airport. I know that I have heard a few hotels offer this but have been unable to locate them. Also, any recommendations on how to identify them on Hotwire or Priceline would be appreciated. Terri

[Rochmom]

We have used the Orlando Airport Marriott - about 5 to 10 minutes, accounting for traffic, from the airport. This is the hotel that Carnival uses for pre- and post-nights. I've seen pilots and flight attendants there, too. They have a courtesy shuttle that is free (although we do give the driver a little tip). Shuttle is large enough to hold a good sized group, and has plenty of luggage space. Carnival charges $120 per night for the room. Restaurants are NOT kid friendly - mostly high end cuisine, but room service was actually cheaper and more "normal" food. Breakfast items very limited - suggest you get that at the airport.

 

I'd suggest you check with a live person at the hotel desk to confirm that the shuttle runs at the time you need it. We left the hotel around 6:00 a.m. for an 8:00 flight and had no problems.

[firststeps]

Thanks so much for this info. I am going to call them now. They do seem a bit pricey so if others on this board have recommendations I would appreciate them as well. Terri

[cruiselovin]

Thats the hotel I got using priceline name your own price for $50.00 so try that!

[psblin99]

We have used the Orlando Airport Marriott - about 5 to 10 minutes, accounting for traffic, from the airport. This is the hotel that Carnival uses for pre- and post-nights. I've seen pilots and flight attendants there, too. They have a courtesy shuttle that is free (although we do give the driver a little tip). Shuttle is large enough to hold a good sized group, and has plenty of luggage space. Carnival charges $120 per night for the room. Restaurants are NOT kid friendly - mostly high end cuisine, but room service was actually cheaper and more "normal" food. Breakfast items very limited - suggest you get that at the airport.

 

I'd suggest you check with a live person at the hotel desk to confirm that the shuttle runs at the time you need it. We left the hotel around 6:00 a.m. for an 8:00 flight and had no problems.

 

Most of the hotels have shuttles and many will let you leave your car. Just call a few.

 

Enjoy Vancouver we ended our cruise there last may and stayed a couple of days. Make sure if you have time to go to Granville Island.

[firststeps]

For bidding on priceline, how many stars did you request in order to get the Orlando Hotel Marriott. Did it let you list the airport as the area? THanks, Terri

[EatonDoolittle]

The Wingate by Wyndham Hotel at the aiprort is very nice, includes a nice breakfast.

Maybe 5 minutes away.

[cruiselovin]

For bidding on priceline, how many stars did you request in order to get the Orlando Hotel Marriott. Did it let you list the airport as the area? THanks, Terri

 

I did 3 or 4 star...sorry I can't remember which one for sure...on priceline where you can book hotels for full price it shows its a 3&1/2 star... so you could start on 4 star...and go from their. And yes it lets you list the airport as the area! Hope this helps.

[firststeps]

Thanks for all the help. I hope to book this coming week. terri

[vjm]

The Hampton Inn is also nice with free shuttle and well as free breakfast.