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Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Just steps from UCF, Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area welcomes travelers with a warm lobby fireplace and inviting bar. Relax in the spa tub after a busy day or start your morning with breakfast at the restaurant. Enjoy free WiFi and helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Living area | 40-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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40-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Junior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3

Junior King Suite With Sofabed

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite with Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Junior Two Queen Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 5

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible King Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
1959 N Alafaya Trl, Orlando, FL, 32826

What's nearby

  • Central Florida Research Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Florida Technical College - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Congo River Golf - East Orlando - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Central Florida - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Waterford Lakes Town Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 21 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bounce House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area

Hotel near Waterford Lakes Town Center
Located close to Florida Technical College and University of Central Florida, Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Garden Grille & Bar, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 122 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,195 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12.95 per person
  • Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hilton Garden Inn East/UCF Hotel Orlando
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Hilton Garden Inn Orlando
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Orlando Hilton Garden Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Florida Technical College, Waterford Lakes Town Center, and University of Central Florida. Addition Financial Arena and Fairways Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Hilton Garden Inn Orlando East/UCF Area Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, and the entire staff was so helpful and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antolina

Liked: Amenities
Great location, clean room, nice staff!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like a lot! Definitely I'll be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We attended the Special Olympics in Eastern Orlando. This hotel was in a great location, close to many restaurants! The staff was great and the rooms were spacious and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cory

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location with good parking. Staff was very friendly and accommodating, especially for the breakfast buffet. Hotel is showing some age. Rooms could use a refresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed many times, great staff..very good property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mengfan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was convenient location to stay while visiting my daughter at UCF. I like that it is easy to find a parking spot, close to lots of great restaurants and the staff is always friendly. Because it’s by the university though it is occasionally noisy from the cars and students.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very humid,wet feeling with an odor of mold, the hot water was lukewarm at best and the refrigerator didn’t work. We weren’t in the room too much fortunately. The staff were great! I was disappointed, we have stayed there 3 other times and had no issues
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ease of parking and check in, pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room needs to be updated. Noisy neighbors. Air conditioning didn’t work properly, so hot all night. Very thin walls. Blinking ceiling light in entry to room. For the price….very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ceferino

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was ok, there was no tissue in the bathroom the shower head was hard to adjust, the run was very old and it look dirty, the TV controller was not working properly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Excellent customer service!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Disliked: Cleanliness
The lobby area has been updated but the rooms have not. The rug was in poor conditions, the shower area had signs of mold and there was a pungent musty and dank smell.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Please forward receipt for this night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had excellent AC. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

The hotel staff was friendly. First few minutes in the hall to our room w
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ceiling in the lobby was falling down during our breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quamar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personable staff. Very welcoming of guests
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This property is clean, quiet, and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, fast and easy check in! Staff was courteous, professional and polite during check in!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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