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Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South

3.5 star property
Families splash in the pool by day and enjoy Mexican cuisine by night at this welcoming hotel near Orlando's Old Town entertainment district

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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

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(259 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium King, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Accessible Executive Family Suite

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
5150 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL, 34746

What's nearby

  • Museum of Military History - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Capone's Dinner Show - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Old Town - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Fun Spot America - 5 min drive - 2.5 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
  • ‪XO Coffee Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 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 garden. 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 playground, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
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 smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • 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 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 22.70 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?

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. 2685 out of 4296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 883 out of 4296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 400 out of 4296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 153 out of 4296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 175 out of 4296 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice restaurant for breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, shower was lovely, and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing as always i love this hotel and they staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elianny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trae

Amazing time at the Red Lion Hotel!! Highly Recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, reliable price, the location was perfect, super clean, definitely I will return back in a future to this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was really good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Americo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleased with my stay very accommodating, and very affordable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean. We have enjoyed outdoor amenities. Ir was short but pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dietra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is awesome! They all are so professional and kind. We had a wonderful experience here and will recommend them to friends and family. The entire hotel and property is clean and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was equipped with restaurants and a convenience store and offered a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Breakfast buffet was good. Lazy river pool and hot tub were nice. Late checkout also.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, facilities are nice and clean. Complimentary breakfast was good and the Complimentary late check out for 1:00 pm was also very nice to have, I definitely would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean room and fast check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall excellence.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Obdulio

The pool is cool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a chill and friendly property! A very great experience -- thanks for a great relaxing staycation
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frandioris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel Rodriguez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good experience. Great place for families
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff wae excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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