Floridays Resort Orlando: What You’ll Actually Get For Your Money

If you’re weighing a roomy condo-style suite against two standard hotel rooms for a week of parks, this is the property locals bring up. Floridays sits near the southern stretch of International Drive, tucked just off 12562 International Drive behind the Benihana landmark, so rideshares and grocery delivery find it easily. It’s a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel with scheduled shuttles, full kitchens in every suite, and the kind of space that lets kids sleep while someone else flips pancakes. Here’s what that really looks like on the ground, fees included.

Is Floridays a smart base for theme park days?

Floridays is in the I‑Drive/Vineland corridor, a practical middle ground between Walt Disney World and SeaWorld. Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets are less than one mile away, which matters if you like a quick morning coffee or need last‑minute shoes after an unexpected rainstorm. The resort’s posted address is 12562 International Drive in the 32821 zip, and the entrance you’ll actually use is immediately south of Benihana, marked by the Floridays entrance sign.

Drivers won’t hit a surprise parking bill. Floridays charges a $35 nightly resort fee plus 12.5% tax, and that fee includes self‑parking rather than adding a separate nightly parking charge. If you’re traveling electric, there’s an EV charging station by Building B. The resort is a Good Neighbor property and runs scheduled shuttles to Disney, plus runs to Universal and SeaWorld on select schedules. You’ll need a reservation for the shuttle, which the concierge takes up to 48 hours in advance and no less than 2 hours prior to departure. Pickup for all routes is just outside the Palm Café and the Fitness Center. The concierge desk that books shuttle seats posts limited hours, typically 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on select days, so plan those sign‑ups in the morning.

Inside the gates, the property is six mid‑rise buildings wrapped around a central lake. That layout puts most suites a short walk from the main pool and café area. If your crew heads out early and returns for a swim around 2 p.m., expect the main pool to be the liveliest part of the resort at that hour. There’s also a quieter second pool for guests who want shade, a book, and fewer splashes.

What the suites are really like

If you’re used to standard hotel rooms that force a bedtime debate every night, the appeal here is straightforward. Two‑ and three‑bedroom condo‑style suites include a full kitchen, separate living and dining areas, a private balcony, and an in‑suite washer/dryer. The Two‑Bedroom Suite measures about 1,017 square feet; the Three‑Bedroom Suite runs roughly 1,306 square feet. That size difference matters for multi‑generational groups, especially when you factor in two full baths and the ability to shut a door on a napping toddler or a late‑sleeping teen.

Housekeeping follows an extended‑stay rhythm. For stays of 5 consecutive nights or longer, a full housekeeping service happens after the fifth night. If you want a full clean on a shorter stay, you can purchase it by 4 p.m. the day prior for $65 in a two‑bedroom or $75 in a three‑bedroom. The daily resort fee includes a daily guestroom refresh and Wi‑Fi, so you’re not entirely on your own. If you’re arriving early, check‑in begins at 4 p.m., with check‑out at 11 a.m. Arrivals before noon are strictly “if ready” and may be charged an $35 early check‑in fee if you’re accommodated.

Bathrooms in the master typically have a jetted garden tub and a separate walk‑in shower. Kitchens include full‑size appliances and basic cookware; you can cook real breakfasts and boil pasta without a run to the front desk for a pan. Publix grocery delivery serves the resort via Instacart to the 32821 area code, which is a small but real time‑saver on arrival day. If you prefer to bring a pet, the resort allows up to two common domestic pets with a one‑time, non‑refundable $200 fee; the policy caps pet weight at 75 lbs. Smoking or vaping in suites or on balconies carries a $250 fine.

Accessibility is better than many off‑property condo resorts. Floridays offers ADA two‑ and three‑bedroom suites on request, and there are pool lifts at both outdoor pools with accessible routes connecting buildings and amenities.

Pools, cafés, and the midday reality

Families tend to sort themselves between the two pool zones. The main pool has a zero‑entry section, a kids’ splash pad, a hot tub, and a sandy beach area where little kids build castles while older siblings orbit between slide and splash. The second pool reads quieter, a better pick for a quick dip before dinner or a work call you can’t miss. It’s Florida, so summer weather can shut pools for lightning. Staff will reopen quickly once the all‑clear hits, but if you must swim exactly on schedule, aim earlier in the day.

Food and drink are simpler and more useful than glossy. The on‑site Palm Café runs daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with breakfast service from 7:00–11:00 a.m. The Palm Café Pool Bar posts 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Think Starbucks coffee in the morning, pizza or salads at lunch, and something cold at the bar while kids work the splash pad. Room service is available 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. with an 18% delivery fee added to orders. If you want a true sit‑down dinner with scene, you’ll drive or rideshare, but for pool days and early nights before rope drop, this setup is exactly what most families need.

One small, practical callout the marketing photos skip: when the main pool is full, seating shade becomes currency. If you plan a lazy afternoon, slide down around 12:30 p.m. to claim an umbrella table. If you’re just after a 30‑minute cool‑down after Animal Kingdom, the quiet pool almost always has a pocket of space.

What will you pay beyond the nightly rate?

The headline number is only part of the math. Floridays’ $35 per night resort fee plus 12.5% tax covers self‑parking, Wi‑Fi in suites and public areas, scheduled theme park shuttles, fitness center access, unlimited local and 800 calls, and the daily refresh. That bundling means you aren’t managing a separate parking line item or hunting for Wi‑Fi details.

Pets add a $200 one‑time, non‑refundable fee for up to two animals within the weight policy. Want a guaranteed early arrival? If a suite is available before noon, expect a $35 early check‑in charge; after noon it is still based on readiness, without a posted fee. Extra housekeeping beyond the 5‑night full‑clean cadence is $65 for two‑bedrooms or $75 for three‑bedrooms when requested by 4 p.m. the day prior. Break the no‑smoking rule and you’ll see a $250 penalty on your folio. None of these are gotchas if you go in with eyes open, but they are the real numbers you’ll actually see at the desk.

For transportation, the key cost is time, not cash. Shuttle seats are complimentary but limited, and reservations are required. Pickups happen outside Palm Café and the Fitness Center, which keeps the wait in one predictable spot. Because the shuttle runs are scheduled rather than on a constant loop, families who want a flexible park open to close day should budget for the occasional rideshare. If you’re driving, the on‑site lots are included in the resort fee, so you’re not choosing between a fee and a long walk.

Floridays vs nearby condo‑style suites: which fits your trip?

Orlando has several off‑property options that mirror Floridays’ space and kitchen setup. Here is how the most common alternatives compare on facts that affect your budget or routine.

Reading that side by side, the math tilts different ways. Floridays bakes in parking and Wi‑Fi in a lower resort fee and gives you true apartment‑style living. Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is the closest apples‑to‑apples competitor if you want larger multi‑bedroom choices and don’t need to bring a pet. Caribe Royale is a step up in full‑service features, but you’ll add a real nightly parking bill to the tab. Pick based on what you value in the daily routine, not the brochure photos.

Key Things To Know

• Resort fee is $35 per night plus 12.5% tax and includes self‑parking, Wi‑Fi, scheduled shuttles, fitness center access, phone calls, and a daily refresh.
• Two‑bedroom suites are about 1,017 sq ft, three‑bedrooms about 1,306 sq ft, each with a full kitchen and washer/dryer.
• Shuttle pickup is just outside the Palm Café. Seats require reservations up to 48 hours in advance; capacity is limited.
• Check‑in begins at 4 p.m., check‑out is 11 a.m. If a suite is ready before noon, early check‑in may be granted for $35.
• Pets: up to two allowed under 75 lbs total, with a one‑time, non‑refundable $200 fee. No smoking or vaping in rooms or on balconies; violation fine is $250.
• Housekeeping: full clean after the 5th night on longer stays. Optional full cleans are $65 for 2‑BR, $75 for 3‑BR if scheduled by 4 p.m. the day before.
• Dining: Palm Café runs 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. daily; pool bar closes at 10:00 p.m. Sun–Thu and 11:00 p.m. Fri–Sat. Room service is 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. with an 18% delivery fee.
• EV charging is available by Building B. If you need groceries, Publix delivers to the resort in zip 32821.
• Shopping is easy. Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets sit under a mile from the resort’s entrance.

Reader Q&A

Does Floridays charge for parking?

Self‑parking is included in the resort fee, so there’s no separate nightly parking charge. The current fee is $35 per night plus 12.5% tax and also covers Wi‑Fi, scheduled shuttles, fitness access, phone calls, and a daily refresh service.

Where exactly do the theme park shuttles pick up, and how do I book?

All departures stage outside the Palm Café and the Fitness Center. Seats are complimentary but limited; you must reserve them with the concierge up to 48 hours ahead and no later than 2 hours before departure.

What are the real check‑in and housekeeping details?

Check‑in starts at 4 p.m. and check‑out is 11 a.m. If a suite is ready before noon, an early check‑in may be offered for $35. For stays of 5 nights or more, a full housekeeping service occurs after night five; optional full cleans can be purchased for $65 in 2‑BRs and $75 in 3‑BRs.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. You can bring up to two pets within the resort’s 75‑lb weight policy. There’s a one‑time, non‑refundable $200 fee collected at check‑in. Smoking or vaping indoors or on balconies is not permitted and carries a $250 fine.

If your priority is space, a kitchen, and not paying nightly for parking, Floridays makes daily life easy in the I‑Drive/Vineland area. If you want more restaurants on site and don’t mind paying for parking, a full‑service alternative like Caribe Royale can match your routine better. Either way, lock your shuttle reservations early and plan one grocery delivery to keep mornings smooth.

Published: September 29, 2026 · Reviewed by the Visit Orlando editorial team