Alafaya Travel Guide
Orlando
Popular places to visit
Walt Disney World® Resort
Walt Disney World® Resort is part of Orlando. It makes up part of bustling metropolis that is home to 240,000 inhabitants. Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando’s city center. If you are flying in, Walt Disney World® Resort is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Orlando International Airport.
Universal Studios Florida
Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park.
Universal Orlando Resort
Make your Florida vacation one to remember with a stay at this hotel and theme park complex.
Disney Springs™
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Disney Springs™, a favourite shopping spot in Lake Buena Vista. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Magic Kingdom® Park
One of the most famous theme parks in the world offers a land of fun and fantasy at the foot of a fairytale castle.
Orange County Convention Center
Florida's principal convention center is a large and stunning glass and metal building that hosts national and international trade shows and public events.
Things to do
Universal Orlando Resort Express Passes
Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney
Top hotels in Alafaya
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
Staff was very helpful especially valet staff
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Should not charge guests for parking if staying at resort, you had to buy your own tube to access the resorts lazy river, other resorts provide for free. Cleaned room and did not replace our towels.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa Universal Studios Area
Greated with "a tour and presentation of the property" that if you attend they offer you some goodies ends up being a timeshare promotion making it sound great but dont waste your time your basically just giving them a ton of money upfront to make sure you come back to there hotel. You would have ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
Ok
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Marriott's Grande Vista
Nice resort with great views scenery and pool facilities (heated in April which was a plus), room view was obscured by trees, smell in room was a bit musty, staff on the whole were not very welcoming which was disappointing- especially at check in an at the bar by the pool.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Coco Key Hotel & Water Park Resort
Noce room fun time
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alafaya
Airport North
While there might not be top attractions in Airport North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoffner Plaza Shopping Center and Ventura Country Club.
Downtown Orlando
Ample dining options, great live music, and fantastic lake views are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Orlando. A visit to The Social or Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Church Street Station or Lynx Central Station to get around town.
Lake Nona
Visitors to Lake Nona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, USTA National Campus is worth a stop.
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is noteworthy for its theme parks, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cross Country Creek and Central Park Plaza Shopping Center.
Florida Center
If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.
Williamsburg
Notable for its restaurants, shopping and golf courses, Williamsburg is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Orlando. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Aquatica or Orange County Convention Center.
