West Lakes District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Camping World Stadium
Join in the excitement at one of Florida’s top sporting, music or entertainment events in this vast state-of-the-art football stadium.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
Walt Disney World® Resort
Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.
Disney Springs™
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Disney Springs™, a favourite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Universal Studios Florida
Exhilarating rides and world class film sets are brought together to create this outstanding world-renowned theme park.
Magic Kingdom® Park
Situated in the shady limelight of a magical fairy-tale castle, this world class attraction is most famous for its breath-taking theme parks, offering visitors hours of entertainment.
Top hotels in West Lakes District
Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
Room was clean, property was beautiful My only “complaint “ was the size of the unit. We’ve stayed at multiple timeshare resorts in the Orlando area and this was by far the smallest. Not much bigger than a regular hotel room.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
Not only are the rooms very clean but the staff is extremely nice and the free bus to universal was a great plus. I would recommend this hotel to everyone
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
Great staff, nice amenities, and great location. Be aware of the daily parking fee though.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
It cannot get any Better than this Place. The room was spotless. The view was intense. The detail to the experience is twice over Disney. The Staff "Aida - went beyond what I have ever had in any hospitality environment" A+ - Lizzy & Gabby at 2am fulfilled my needs and beyond expectations. Payton ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Vacation Village Orlando, Celebration
My room was spotless and comfortable. I only stayed about ten hours so unfortunately I didn't get to use any of the resort amenities. Although I checked in online it still took over 20 minutes on property to get my key (this is actual time with a representative, not a line). I think I would stay ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Marriott's Grande Vista
The main front desk is knowledgeable and helpful. Shuttle staff were professional and willing to help w bags. Room was clean. I had everything I needed to cook a number of items.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Lakes District
Downtown Orlando
Ample dining options, great live music, and fantastic lake views are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Orlando. A visit to The Social or Orlando City Hall might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is noteworthy for its theme parks, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cross Country Creek and Central Park Plaza Shopping Center.
Florida Center
If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.
South Semoran
When in South Semoran, you can plan a visit to Ventura Country Club and Hoffner Plaza Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Airport North
While there might not be top attractions in Airport North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ventura Country Club and Rio Pinar Country Club.
Doctor Phillips
Restaurants and seaside views are just a few things travellers like about Doctor Phillips. A stop by Orange Tree Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
