Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Orlando East-Ucf Area, An Ihg Hotel, Orlando ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

12250 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, Florida, United States of America, 32826

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Orlando East-UCF Area is strategically located near the University of Central Florida and the Central Florida Research Park. This hotel offers direct access to State Road 408, facilitating easy travel to Downtown Orlando and major attractions. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast and comfortable amenities designed for relaxation and convenience. With a focus on hospitality, the hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers.

Location

Conveniently located, the hotel is minutes away from major educational institutions like UCF and Full Sail University. It offers direct access to State Road 408 for easy travel to Orlando attractions, including Walt Disney World, which is about 40 minutes away. For those interested in local entertainment, the hotel is near Winter Park and the Orlando Speed World Dragway. Complimentary parking is available for registered guests.

Rooms

The hotel features 91 guest rooms, including 27 suites designed with comfort in mind. Every room is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities for added convenience. Guests can enjoy a restful night with plush duvets and a pillow menu, ensuring a personalized sleeping experience. Accessible rooms are also available, accommodating various needs for all guests.

Eat & Drink

Guests can start their day with the free Express Start Breakfast, which offers a variety of meal options to fuel up for the day. The breakfast is served each morning from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, providing a selection of favorite breakfast items. While the hotel does not feature an on-site restaurant, it is surrounded by numerous dining options within a short drive. Complimentary coffee and tea are available in the lobby throughout the day.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes an outdoor pool, perfect for relaxing or enjoying a family day. A fitness center is accessible 24/7, equipped with cardio and strength training equipment for guests looking to maintain their exercise routines. A 24-hour business center provides necessary services, including printing, faxing, and meeting space for business travelers. Additional conveniences include free Wi-Fi and ice machines.

“The hotel is perfectly situated near amazing restaurants and local attractions, making it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer!”view full review

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“A lovely hotel with friendly staff and great breakfast” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.3)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

At the hotel Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orlando East-Ucf Area, An Ihg guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 3.

Pets are not allowed.

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:91

Former name

holiday inn express & suites orlando east - ucf area

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Suite Hearing accessible

Max:

5 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Queen Suite Hearing accessible

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Center

Orlando 11.0 mi

Airports

Orlando Executive (ORL) 11.8 mi

Orlando International (MCO) 17.3 mi

Train

Church Street Station 11.2 mi

Woodsmere Sub-Station 15.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The continental breakfast was a delightful start to the day, featuring a range of tasty options that kept everyone satisfied.view full review

Convenient Laundry!

The on-site laundry facility was incredibly convenient and made it easy to keep our clothes clean during our stay.view full review

Accessible Features

The hotel had excellent accessibility features, making it easy for guests with mobility concerns to navigate comfortably.view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere

The leisure facilities provided a peaceful escape, with a serene pool area perfect for unwinding after a long day.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Bowling
Golf course
Pool tables

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

In-room breakfast
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

12250 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, Florida, United States of America, 32826

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12250 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, Florida, United States of America, 32826

City landmarks

Golf Course

Congo River Golf

2300 ft

Alafaya Village Shopping Center

4800 ft

Alafaya Commons Shopping Center

4800 ft

Regal Waterford Lakes Stadium 20 and IMAX

3600 ft

Church

Woodbury Presbyterian Church

2600 ft

Church

Saint Josephs Catholic Church

2800 ft

Crossway Community Church

3100 ft

Florida Technical College

3100 ft

Firkin and Kegler Family Entertainment Center

4400 ft

Central Florida Research Park

1.7 mi

Planet Ocean

1.3 mi

Antioch Orlando

1.3 mi

Antioch Church

1.3 mi

Golf Course

Fairways Country Club

1.5 mi

Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church

1.6 mi

Church

Spirit Of Joy

1.6 mi

Church

University Baptist Church

1.7 mi

Church

Christ to the Nations Church

1.7 mi

Mall

Waterford Lakes Town Center

2.5 mi

Parks

Blanchard Park

2.9 mi

University

University of Central Florida

2.4 mi

Church

Landmark Baptist Church

1.9 mi

Church

University Presbyterian Church

2.0 mi

3400 N Tanner Rd

The Bunker

2.4 mi

Libra Dr

UCF Water Tower

2.2 mi

Bright House Networks Stadium

3.0 mi

Reach For the Stars

2.3 mi

National Vietnam War Museum

2.4 mi

Holy church of MSB bathroom

2.4 mi

4465 Knights Victory Way

Bounce House

3.0 mi

Nearby

Golf Course

Congo River Golf

1700 ft

Restaurants

Steak 'n Shake

1600 ft

12035 East Colonial Drive

Pollo Tropical

2500 ft

Oglesby Union Room 234

Junior Colombian Burger

3500 ft

11845 E Colonial Dr

Moca Loka Frappe

3200 ft

11804 E Colonial Dr

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.3

Service

8.3

Dining

7.0

Norman

United States of America, September 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located near UCF, offering a cozy stay with great amenities. The staff is helpful, but the dining options could be improved. Overall, a good value for the money.

Rooms

8.0

The room with 2 queen beds was spacious and had all the needed amenities like a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to help me with maintenance requests promptly.

Location

9.0

The hotel is close to everything near UCF and various attractions.

Dining

7.0

The included dining options were decent but could use more globally inspired dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-kept and convenient.

Matthew

United States of America, September 2023

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The location was just perfect, close to retail stores and many restaurants. The rooms were spacious and had all the amenities I needed, like a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The service was exceptional, with staff even arranging for maintenance to help clean off my truck. However, the dining options were limited, and I wish there were more choices available.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, equipped with two queen beds and useful amenities like a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with staff going above and beyond to assist me, even making arrangements for maintenance to bring a hose to clean my vehicle.

Location

10.0

The hotel’s location was superb, near the airport and within easy reach of everything around UCF, including retail stores and numerous restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory but could be improved with more diverse options.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

Larry

United States of America, September 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is a great pick for those seeking a comfortable stay with some minor drawbacks. The rooms are well-equipped and cozy, the service is accommodating but could be improved in some areas. The location offers convenience but has room for enhancement. The dining experience is decent, and the facilities are sufficient for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms come with a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker, providing all the necessary amenities. The two queen beds were very comfortable, ensuring a restful sleep.

Service

7.0

I appreciated the effort the staff made in arranging for maintenance to assist me with cleaning my truck. However, there is room for improvement in terms of promptness and attentiveness to guest needs.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location near the airport was convenient for travelers. While there are many restaurants close by, the immediate surroundings lacked some variety in dining options.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, especially the included breakfast bars. However, more diverse options would have elevated the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides essential facilities that cater to guests' needs adequately. While not extensive, the available amenities are functional and sufficient.