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  • All package holidays are ATOL protected
  • Secure with a deposit
  • Pay in instalments

Why stay in Lake Buena Vista?

  1. Stay in the Disney bubble

    Lake Buena Vista is right next door to Walt Disney World Resort. In fact, many hotels are just minutes from the parks. Some even include early park entry and added Disney perks, so you can be first in line for the magic.

  2. Brilliant park proximity

    If Disney is your priority, but you don't want to stay on-site - this is the answer. Just moments from Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom Theme Park, with easy transport links that make park-hopping a breeze.

  3. Resorts that feel special

    From trusted family favourites to stylish, luxury resorts, Lake Buena Vista is packed with brilliant hotel options. Expect beautiful pools, great dining, character experiences at select hotels and all the extras that make your stay feel seamless.

  4. Great value, great perks

    Many hotels offer added benefits like complimentary shuttles to the parks, free parking, and waived resort fees. You get the location, and plenty of value to go with it.

  5. Shopping on your doorstep

    With outlets close by and Disney Springs across the world, you've got your favourite retailers just minutes from your hotel, as well as standout restaurants and plenty of entertainment.

  6. Tee off in the sunshine

    Lake Buena Vista is also home to beautifully kept golf courses, including Disney’s own championship courses. So if your party fancies a morning on the fairways before an afternoon in the parks, you can have both.

  7. Disney park tickets on deposit

    You don’t need to stay on-site to sort your Disney park tickets. Add them to your holiday and secure them with your deposit, then pay the balance later. It's as simple as that.

Lake Buena Vista offers, for you

Essential Information for Lake Buena Vista

  1. Time Zone

    UK - 5hrs

  2. Language

    American English

  3. Currency

    US Dollar $

  4. Flight information

    9-10 hrs direct

  1. Flight schedule

    Virgin Atlantic fly daily to Orlando from London Heathrow.

  2. Do I need a visa?

    To travel to the USA, you will need an ESTA visa. Please make sure that you have this approved at least 3 days before you head off on holiday.

Make more of your Disney days

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Add on your park tickets with Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Lake Buena Vista makes a brilliant base for Walt Disney World, so when you're booking your stay online with us, make sure you add on your Disney Magic Tickets at the same time. Why? Well, there's a number of reasons...

  • These tickets are UK-exclusive, offering better value for money than on-the-gate options
  • Disney Magic Tickets include Park Hopper and Memory Maker, giving you more bang for your buck
  • When you book everything together you can secure it all with just a deposit, and spread the cost over time with Direct Debit
  • We are bound to ATOL so your purchase is safe under package holiday regulations
  • Relieve any stress by having easy access to all your holiday documents and park tickets in one easy to find place.

 

Simply add them on at the 'Extras' stage of the journey when booking online.

Lake Buena Vista holidays, with plenty beyond the parks

Lake Buena Vista holidays put you close to Walt Disney World Resort, with plenty to fill the days around it. Wander Disney Springs for shopping, restaurants and live entertainment, or head to Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets for designer finds.

Fancy a change of pace? There’s golf nearby, including the Rees Jones-designed Waldorf Astoria Golf Club, and plenty of poolside time back at your resort. You can also add an airboat adventure or a day at Kennedy Space Center to your Orlando holiday. Explore our Lake Buena Vista hotels and find the right base for your Florida plans.

Need more travel tips or holiday help?

Flying into Orlando International Airport (MCO) and heading straight to the magic? Lake Buena Vista is just 18 miles away, or roughly a 25-minute drive, making it an easy and quick trip.

If you’re staying in Lake Buena Vista, the good news is you might not need to hire a car at all! With Walt Disney World Resort just around the corner, shuttle services and plenty of resort transportation options make getting around a breeze. But if you want to explore further afield a rental car gives you the freedom to go where the adventure takes you.

You’re in luck. Many Lake Buena Vista Resort hotels offer shuttle buses to Walt Disney World parks like Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Some of these are complimentary, but some may require a charge in resort, so please check when choosing your hotel.

You may also need to make advanced reservations 24 hours before you require the shuttle service, but this is not always the case.

For most resorts in Lake Buena Vista, the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks are only a 5 to 10-minute drive away, depending on which park you’re heading to. Universal Orlando Resort is likely to be roughly 15 mins drive away.

And with a ton of complimentary shuttle services available from your hotel, you can leave the car behind and let the magic come to you.

For those who love a touch of luxury and convenience, the area offers a range of stunning hotels, many of which are just minutes from Walt Disney World. Stay at iconic spots like Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels or indulge in Disney Partner resorts, where you’ll get exclusive perks like early park access and complimentary transportation.

For a more home-away-from-home experience, why not opt for a villa? Perfect for families or larger groups, these spacious vacation homes give you the freedom to spread out and enjoy private amenities like pools, kitchens, and living areas. Plus, many villas are just a short drive from the parks, making them an ideal option for those who want comfort and convenience rolled into one.

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