Orlando Convention Center Hotel: Unbeatable Extended Stay Deals!
The [Hotel Name] Review: A Glorious, Messy Dive In (and Out)
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because I've just emerged, blinking, from what can only be described as a sensory overload experience – aka a stay at the [Hotel Name]. I’m here to give you the real deal, the unfiltered, the slightly-too-honest-for-its-own-good review. Forget the curated brochures, the bland PR speak. This is my truth, and it's got more twists and turns than a plate of spaghetti tossed by a caffeinated chef.
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Accessibility: (Okay, Let's Kick This Off Seriously)
The ramp up to the front door? Spot on. Wide, gentle, even accommodating my clumsy attempts to look casual. Wheelchair Accessible: YEP. The lobby? Spacious, easy to navigate. This is a HUGE win, because I swear, some places treat accessibility like an afterthought. Actually, let me backpedal for a second. The elevators felt a little cramped, like a slightly-too-friendly sardine can. But the button panel markings are nice and large, so it's ok.
On-site Accessible Restaurants/Lounges: Didn't have to deal with any of those weird elevated sections or tight squeezes. Big plus.
Internet, Internet, Internet! (Because We Need It)
Free Wi-Fi in All Rooms!: Praise be! I mean, it's 2024, people. I was already mentally preparing for the Wi-Fi fight, the password palaver, the "connection unstable" anxieties. But NOPE. Seamless, fast, and reliable. Seriously, it’s a godsend. I'm talking streaming-a-movie-without-a-hiccup kind of reliable.
Internet [LAN] and Internet Services: Didn’t even use the LAN, because… why? Free Wi-Fi, remember? But, you know, it was an option.
Wi-Fi in Public Areas: Spot on. Perfect for people-watching while surreptitiously stalking…ahem, researching other guests.
Things To Do & Ways to Relax: (Spa Day Dreams!)
Body scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Massage, Pool with View, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: Ah, the good stuff. This is where things get blurry in a good way. The spa was heaven. Straight up. I lost track of time in the sauna, then stumbled into the steamroom, which, let me tell you, felt like being gently hugged by a fluffy cloud.
The pool with a view was ridiculous. Sunset? Check. Infinity edge? Check. Tiny umbrellas in my cocktails? Double check. I may or may not have spent an embarrassing amount of time lounging there, occasionally glancing at the fitness center. Which, from the outside, seemed to be filled with people who were, judging by their sculpted physiques, way more disciplined than I.
Cleanliness and Safety: (Thank Goodness)
Anti-viral cleaning products, Breakfast takeaway service, Cashless payment service, Daily disinfection in common areas, Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit, Hand sanitizer: This place is obsessed with hygiene, and honestly, I'm here for it. In a world still dealing with… everything… it was a huge relief.
Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Shared stationery removed, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment: Okay, maybe obsessed is an understatement. It’s practically a sterile bubble, and I'm not complaining. Everything felt immaculate.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: (Let's Eat!)
A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: Okay, buckle up, foodies. The breakfast buffet? Epic. Just… epic. I may have, shall we say, overindulged. There were, like, all the options. The Asian breakfast was a delightful surprise, though I couldn’t quite conquer the kimchi. The Western breakfast was also great, though I could have sworn the bacon was a little too thin. But that might have just been me.
Room service [24-hour]: This is how you truly win the game. Especially at 2 am when you're struck by a sudden craving for… well, everything. The pizza was decent, though the fries were slightly soggy.
The Bar: Happy hour was a boozy blur of poolside cocktails and questionable decisions. The bartender was friendly though, and that counts for a lot.
Restaurants: The a la carte restaurant was a different level, and actually the best meal I had during my stay!
Services and Conveniences: (The Little Things That Matter)
Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center: The Concierge was an absolute lifesaver, directing me to the best local [type of food] and not judging my slightly-chaotic itinerary. Daily housekeeping was impeccable. My room appeared magically tidied every day, even when I was convinced I’d left a bomb of discarded clothes and empty snack wrappers in my wake. Dry cleaning was also helpful.
For the Kids: (If You're Traveling With the Tiny Humans)
Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: I’m not a kid, so I can’t personally vouch for the Kids’ Club, but it looked fun!
Access: (The Nitty-Gritty Details)
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Check-in/out [express], Check-in/out [private], Couple's room, Exterior corridor, Fire extinguisher, Front desk [24-hour], Hotel chain, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed unavailablePets allowed, Proposal spot, Room decorations, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms, Soundproof rooms: The security was impressive (and, let’s be honest, reassuring). Check-in and out were smooth as silk. The front desk was always helpful.
Getting Around: (Navigating the Neighborhood)
Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking: Easy access to all forms of transport. Not bad at all.
Available in All Rooms: (My Home Away From Home)
Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens: My room was… well, it was perfect. The air conditioning was a godsend, especially during the heatwave. The blackout curtains helped me sleep in so I could take a long nap and avoid doing stuff. The bed was a cloud. Seriously, I could have happily lived there. I spent an embarrassing amount of time in my bathrobe, pretending to be a sophisticated hotel guest. The Wi-Fi (
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Okay, buckle up, buttercup, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary. This is the raw, unfiltered, likely-to-be-late-for-everything account of my Orlando adventure, centered around the glorious, yet ultimately questionable, choice of Extended Stay America Suites - Orlando - Convention Center. Let's see how this mess unfolds.
Day 1: Arrival & The Quest for Caffeine (and maybe Dignity)
1:00 PM: Flight lands at Orlando International Airport (MCO). The air immediately hits you - a humid, subtropical hug, which is, admittedly, charming. Except, I'm running on fumes and three hours of sleep. First order of business? Caffeine. Forget the luggage carousel; I'm a caffeine-seeking missile.
1:45 PM: Find the rental car (after circling the parking garage three times. GPS lied, I swear). The tiny, slightly-too-loud car feels like a clown car, which honestly, is appropriate.
2:30 PM: Arrive at Extended Stay America. The outside is… functional. Think clean lines, cement blocks, and the overwhelming scent of “IKEA in a box”. But hey, it's a roof, right? Right?
2:45 PM: Check-in. The lady at the front desk gives me The Look (that weary, seen-it-all look). "You're gonna be here how long?" I say "A week" and she sighs. I feel judged, but honestly, I'm judging myself for choosing this place.
3:00 PM: Finally, up to the room. It smells faintly of… well, something reminiscent of industrial cleaner and the ghost of a previous guest. And, bless the lord for the air conditioning. I'm immediately stripping off my travel clothes.
3:15 PM: Coffee hunt begins. The in-room coffee maker is a depressing, yet familiar, sight. (Think instant coffee that's probably been there since the last millennium.) Fail. Must find REAL coffee.
3:45 PM: Found a dreadful Starbucks across the street. But, I’m not going to lie and say the ice coffee didn’t taste like the gates of heaven.
4:30 PM: Unpack and settle in. The kitchen? Basically a microwave and a tiny fridge. The bed? A queen-sized mattress that feels vaguely like sleeping on a medium-firm cloud. And a good nap would be incredible!
7:00 PM: Dinner. Uber Eats arrives. I ordered greasy pizza and feel zero regret.
8:00 PM: Surfing channels. I start getting a bad feeling, and quickly change the channel.
9:00 PM: Crash. The city noise is surprisingly loud. Hope I sleep better. I feel like a whole new person.
Day 2: Convention Chaos…and Hope
- 7:00 AM: Woke up, the morning started with a very loud beeping sound. Not bad, I think.
- 7:30 AM: Actual caffeine! (Found a decent coffee shop a block away, thank God.)
- 8:30 AM: Walk to the Convention Center. The sheer scale of this place is overwhelming. It's like a concrete jungle, filled with people and the strange, slightly desperate energy of a convention.
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Convention. The day is a blur of meetings, talks, and networking. The free snacks are a lifesaver. Trying to soak up as much information as possible while trying not to look like I’m asleep. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed.
- 5:00 PM: Back at the "hotel". My feet are killing me. The air conditioning is starting to sound a little too loud.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner. I found a surprisingly good Mexican restaurant. The margarita helped.
- 7:00 PM: Back to the room. I want to sit and think about all the things I need to do. I have a long list.
- 8:00 PM: Bed. Tomorrow is another day, and hopefully, I won't fail.
Day 3: Theme Park Trauma (Possibly with a Smile)
- 8:00 AM: Okay, today is park day! I'm going to try to enjoy myself.
- 9:00 AM: Drive to the park. The traffic is horrific. This is going to be a long day.
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Park. It's the most magical place on earth.
- 5:00 PM: Hotel. My feet hurt. I feel like I want to sleep for one hundred years.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner. I ordered some food and it was a really bad idea.
- 7:00 PM: In bed.
- 8:00 PM: Night.
Day 4: Convention…again (Deep Breath)
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. Coffee. Repeat.
- 8:00 AM: Conventiion.
- 5:00 PM: Hotel
- 6:00 PM: Dinner
- 7:00 PM: Bedtime
Day 5, 6, & 7: The Slow Fade of Sanity (and the Promise of Departure)
This is where things get… messy. The details blur. The days bleed into each other. Basically, I'm a slightly frazzled, caffeine-fueled version of myself, wandering between the convention center, the hotel, and the occasional desperate quest for decent food. There's a lot of repetition. There are minor triumphs (finding a decent bar, getting a good night's sleep). There are major disappointments… the inevitable feeling that the hotel room is slowly absorbing my very essence.
Each Morning: Repeat coffee rituals.
Each Afternoon: Back and forth to the convention.
Evenings: Dinner. Netflix. Staring blankly at the ceiling in the ever-so-charming hotel room.
(Sometime During the Week): A near-meltdown in the hotel laundry room. The machines are ancient, the detergent dispenser is broken, and I briefly consider throwing my underwear in the trash and just buying new ones. But I get through it. Barely.
(Thursday): Realize I've only walked the same 3 blocks. Start walking a little bit further.
(Friday): The last day of the convention. The sweet smell of freedom!
(Saturday): The day of departure.
Day 8: Escape! (and the Post-Orlando Blues)
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. For the last time, I drink horrible coffee.
- 8:00 AM: Checkout. The lady at the desk gives me a knowing look. I think she knows.
- 8:30 PM: Drop the rental car.
- 9:00 AM: Head to the airport.
- 1:00 PM: Plane takes off!
- Post-trip: I'm exhausted. And though, I'm looking forward to being home. I also know that someday, I'll look back at this whole chaotic experience and laugh. Maybe.
So, that's it. My Extended Stay Orlando adventure. It was messy, it was imperfect, and truth be told, there were moments I questioned my sanity. But it was also… an experience. And, hopefully, the next time I go, I will choose a better location. Godspeed. And may your coffee be strong and your hotel rooms, at least, minimally habitable.
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