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Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 restaurants and bars

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine
Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South offers relaxation and activity near Old Town. Enjoy drinks at the poolside bar, unwind in the spa tub, or grab a bite at the coffee shop. The sunny terrace is peaceful, kids have a playground, plus a basketball court and outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium King, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(251 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Accessible Executive Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Handicap)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Handicap)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South is in an area with good shopping. Mystic Dunes Golf Club and Reunion Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Old Town and Disney Springs™. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Walt Disney World® Resort and Disney's Hollywood Studios®. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and ecotours.
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5150 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL, 34746

What's nearby

  • Old Town - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Fun Spot America - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Disney Springs™ - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Epcot® - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Poinciana Station - 16 min drive
  • Kissimmee Station - 18 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Taco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ichiban Buffet - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪XO Coffee Shop - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South

Family-friendly hotel near Old Town
At Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy basketball at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Mexican cuisine. Guests can also expect to find a garden, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with a lazy river, a waterslide, and sun loungers
  • Free extended parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, 2 meeting rooms, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the family-friendly amenities, overall value, and convenient parking
Room features
All 410 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Limited housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 14.99 for adults and USD 11.99 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Oasis Bar & Grill
  • Tortilla Rica

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 10 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 17.03 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14.99 for adults and USD 11.99 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

America's Best Inn Main Gate
Red Lion Orlando Buena Vista
America's Best Inn Main Gate Hotel
America's Best Inn Main Gate Hotel East
America`s Best Inn Main Gate East Hotel Kissimmee
America's Best Inn Main Gate East Hotel Kissimmee
America's Best Inn Main Gate East Hotel
America's Best Inn Main Gate East Kissimmee
Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South Hotel
Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South Kissimmee
Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South Hotel Kissimmee

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South?

Extended parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South located?

This family-friendly Kissimmee hotel is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Cecile and Old Town. Fun Spot America and Kissimmee Go-Karts are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2533 out of 4111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 868 out of 4111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 386 out of 4111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 151 out of 4111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 173 out of 4111 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis Eriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place, and the only place i stay at when im in the Florida area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for my birthday weekend everything was amazing .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the Red Lion. Always stay here when we come to Orlando. Place is spotless, beds are comfortable. This was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure returning to Red Lion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was all around great and look forward to vacationing there again in the future..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was great and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here every month
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilkis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and close to dinning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yunier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very quiet and welcoming. Good for a little family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
is very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the Red lion. Always a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was nice for the what I needed, which was a relaxing night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
aleaysba pleasure staying there and easy access to all highways and food options you have to love the mini mart inside hotel it has everything u cannthink off
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasure always to stay at Red Lion!! Great location and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Armelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for families with kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice smoke free facility, with comfortable beds and sufficient amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were great! But we didn't get to experience the amenities because it rained.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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