Vacationers, especially those with kids, couldn't ask for a better location. Set on International Drive, the Radisson Barcelo Hotel is less than a mile a from Wet 'n Wild amusement park and Pointe Orlando's shops, and close to SeaWorld and Universal Orlando. Guests won't have to worry about being far from the action: the Radisson's complimentary shuttles whisk patrons to theme parks in the area, keeping them from traipsing through acres and acres of parking lots in the boiling Central Florida sun. In addition, the I-Ride Trolley stops in front of the hotel and ferries guests along a six-mile stretch of International Drive, where many top- notch restaurants, nightclubs and family-friendly entertainment venues are located. The trolley, which children under 12 ride for free, also links with Disney's World's Transportation Center, from where guests can hitch rides for any spot in the Disney resorts.
As with all Radissons across the country, this Orlando hotel offers many recreational opportunities, including heated pools, lighted tennis court and kids' play area. Guests also can enjoy complimentary access to the adjacent YMCA Aquatic and Family Center, a principal Central Florida competitive- swimming site. The indoor facility includes an Olympic- sized pool, diving pool, lap pool, huge fitness center and racquetball courts. For dining, the Cargo Bay Bar and Grill offers buffet and a la carte items. A deli at the hotel offers coffee and light fare.
The hotel's 522 guestrooms are festooned with pastel walls and fabrics, light-colored wood furniture and recessed lighting above the beds. They include refrigerators, two- chair dining sets, pay movies, video-game consoles, safes, and a vanity with sink in the dressing area.
The experts say that when people pick a hotel, the first think they consider is location. With that in mind, the Radisson Barcelo Hotel is a perfect choice for families, business travelers and other vacationers looking to get close to all that is Orlando while knowing they have good amenities and accommodations waiting for them at the end of the day.
