Orlando International Airport (MCO): Approximate driving time is 27 minutes and distance is 19 miles.

Driving directions from Orlando International Airport: From the north end of the airport, take SR 528/Bee Line Expwy W (toll) to I-4. From I-4, take Exit #68 and turn right onto SR 535/Apopka Vineland Rd. Continue to the second light and turn right onto Palm Pkwy. Hotel is half a mile ahead on the right.

Getting there: The most convenient ways to reach the hotel are by rental car, taxi, and shuttle. Rental cars are available from this Web site: More than $36. Metered taxi fares also run more than $36. Mears Transportation operates shuttle vans with fares $26–$35 per adult return and $16–$25 per child (4–11 years old) return. No charge for children 3 and under. Town Cars and limousines run more than $36. Fees are subject to change without notice. All transportation options are found on airport Level One.

Getting around: Hotel provides complimentary shuttle services to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld. Little in the way of stores, restaurants, and entertainment exists immediately around the hotel. To explore the many attractions farther afield, driving is a good bet. Well-marked highways make navigation simple. Major attractions may apply parking fees but most other parking, including at this hotel, is free.

Boardwalk Buffet Restaurant - Casual place serving breakfast and dinner buffets. Theme dinners such as seafood, Italian, and barbecue five nights a week.

Lite Bite - Deli items such as sandwiches, snacks, hot dogs, beverages, and donuts.

Comfort Zone - Lounge with jukebox, video games, and big-screen television; serving pizza and popcorn.

Amenity highlights: The resort features two good-size pools overlooking expansive lawns, a pond, and a fountain. Children enjoy a large playground secluded behind a fence in an area of broad lawns. The playground is lighted and remains open until 10 PM. The hotel welcomes pets.

Insider tip: Children age 11 and younger eat free at the hotel's Boardwalk Buffet Restaurant for breakfast and dinner when accompanied by a paying parent. (Limit of two children per parent.)