Orlando Doubletree by Hilton. Set in 28 tropical acres, the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld’s grounds are teeming with flowers and palms. Enter through its bright and airy Colonial-style reception to discover the fun curves of its main pool, complete with waterfalls. There’s never a shortage of sunlounges and umbrellas to go round to make the most of the poolside offerings – frozen drinks from the outdoor Barefoot Bar are a must. Younger guests will appreciate the quieter, smaller kids’ pool. When they come up for air, there’s plenty to do at the colourful play areas kitted with table tennis, pool tables, football, mini-golf and bowling.Claiming a prime spot between I-Drive and West Boulevard means you’ll be just minutes away from many of Disney’s parks. Universal Studios and Epcot are just 14 miles away, while Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando are all within six miles.A free shuttle to sites such as Aquatica, Discovery Cove, as well as the shopping and entertainment districts is available and while a car isn’t necessary to explore, if you do hire one the hotel’s wrap-around parking makes things easy. Orlando Airport is just ten miles from here – meaning you won’t waste any time getting to the action.Housed within a tower alongside 18-two-story garden buildings are a mixture of rooms. Rooms are all pleasantly decorated with soft lighting and feature TV and Wi-Fi, fridge, and a microwave, as well as coffee and tea. While some bathrooms could do with a quick refresh, the rooms do include a separate vanity unit with toiletries, while premium rooms include a separate shower plus as well as a bathroom and patio area. Tower rooms tend to be for those who prefer quieter spots that offer supreme views, away from the thick of the action.For all your main meals (a buffet breakfast and full lunch and dinner), head to the Laguna Restaurant, where you’ll find a tasty full American menu from steaks to pumpkin pie. They also offer a kids’ menu. For something smaller, Alberto's Pizzeria offers home-made pizzas, in addition to staples like chicken wings and cheeseburgers. You’ll also find two bars, the Sonoma Lobby Bar and its Barefoot Pool Bar, which also serves light bites and frozen drinks by the pool. If you’d rather skip the lot and grab something on the go, then head for The Market for 24-hour snacking.