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DoubleTree Castle Hotel

 
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Location
International Drive
 
Address
8629 International Drive
Orlando,
FL 32819
(407) 345-1511
(407) 345-1511
Fax: (407) 248-8181
 
Amenities


 
Attractions
Disney World - 8 m
Universal - 1.5 m
SeaWorld - 2 m
Orl. Airport - 11 m
 

 

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Located on Orlando's prestigious International Drive, the Doubletree Castle Hotel is an attraction in itself. From the very moment you arrive at the hotel, you will be enchanted. Towering spires, exquisite works of rare European art, authentic Renaissance era music, and complimentary freshly baked chocolate chip cookies are the first indications that a royal time awaits one and all.

It is an upscale, themed hotel with all the ambiance of a summer palace. The towering spires, rooftop terraces, dancing fountains and brilliant sculptures greet guests as they arrive. Our mystically landscaped grounds with grand swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center and two themed restaurants, create the feeling of a majestic castle courtyard. It's a kingdom all its own, designed to make your stay thoroughly magical. The only Doubletree to ever receive 5 "OUTSTANDING" Quality Assurance ratings in a row for ongoing excellence in quality and service.

Rooms

The Doubletree Castle was created to make your stay as magical as your visit to Orlando's world famous attractions, which are only minutes away. Accented with rare European collections, the Doubletree Castle environment expresses an elegance touched by the mystical. The setting is complemented with renaissance music and the serenade of crickets and birds, nature's own artists. The Doubletree Castle's spectacular accommodations include 216 spacious rooms that will inspire your imagination while providing for your every need.

Standard Rooms located on floors 2-9.

All of the hotel's rooms and junior suites feature:
Electronic key system
Two queen-size or one king, premium quality beds
Six channel stereo system
25-inch color cable television with remote
Three phones with voice mail and data port
Electronic safe
Coffeemaker
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Makeup mirror
Iron and ironing board
Sony Playstation
Pay-per-view movies
Air Conditioning
Alarm Radio
Connecting Rooms
Electronic Smoke Detector
Glowing Light Switches
Hand Held Shower
Newspaper Deliv'd M-F (Local)
Newspaper Deliv'd W/E (Local)
Non-Smoking
Scald Proof Shower/Tub
Sofa Bed
Telephone - Auto Wakeup
Thermostat (adjustable)
TV-Cable
TV-Pay per view
TV-Premium HBO,CNN,ESPN
Wet Bar
Work Desk with Lamp

Suites are King Jr. Suites (one larger room without doorway separation from bedroom and living room) in addition to stardard amenities, the suite includes a microwave, executive desk, Queen sleeper sofa and wet bar.

Amenities

Free parking
Two on property restaurants and breakfast in lobby
Lobby piano bar and lounge
Poolside bar and café
Heated circular swimming pool with a fanciful fountain and whirlpool spa
On site fitness center
Valet laundry service and laundry facilities
Eleven (11) wheelchair accessible rooms, 3 with roll-in shower
Complimentary coffee and tea in lobby daily
Complimentary scheduled transportation to the Walt Disney World® Resort, Sea World of Florida®, and Universal Studios®
Convenient in lobby purchase of multi-day Disney tickets and passes for all other area attractions
For added security, all hotel elevators require a guest room key for operation.
Multi-Lingual Staff
Automated Teller (ATM)
Baggage Storage
Clothing Store
Elevators
Guest Activity/Recreation Desk
Luggage Hold
News Stand
Safety Deposit Box
Room Service

For Children

Babysitting Service
Children's Activities
Children's Menu
Cribs
High chairs
Playpen

Dining

Castle Café
Mon. to Fri. 6:30 - 10:30 a.m./ Sat. and Sun. 6:30-11:00 a.m.
Located in the main lobby, the Castle Café offers a continental breakfast or a full made-to-order breakfast served tableside in the bright, royal lounge, or in your room if you prefer. Omelets, quiche, waffles, fresh fruit, juices and a beverage assortment delight all ages.

Jester's Poolside Bar
Open daily 12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
Sip a Smirking Dragon or marvel at the Magical Merlin served poolside or in comfortable chairs at the poolside lounge. You can enjoy an array of wines, liquors, beer, and specialty drinks while relaxing in the Florida sun. Snacks are available as well.

Café Tu Tu Tango
Mon. to Sat. 11:30-12:30 a.m., Sun. 11:30 a.m.-11:00 p.m.
Located in the Doubletree Castle Hotel courtyard beyond the swimming pool, this colorful eatery is a popular gathering place for tourists, businessmen and women, and hotel guests. The fanciful and fun restaurant, set in an artist's loft, offers an all-appetizer menu with Latin American, Asian, Caribbean, Mid Eastern, and American cuisine. As you walk through the restaurant's foyer, you can watch an artist work on a canvas or finish a copper etching. Special accommodations for our hotel guests include the freedom to charge their restaurant bill to their room or to order room service from Café Tu Tu Tango from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Vito's Chop House
Sun. to Thurs. 5:00-10:30 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5:00-11:00 p.m.
If you're looking for the finest in dining experiences, then you have only to walk beyond the Castle's pool to enter Vito's Chop House, International Drive's finest upscale restaurant. Open for dinner only, the restaurant features aged steaks, the freshest of fish, aromatic Italian specialties, fine wines, and premium cigars. Reservations are recommended for this very popular spot.

Directions

From Orlando International Airport: Take 528 West (the Beeline Expressway) to Exit 1, International Drive. Turn right on International Drive. Go approximately 2 miles until you reach Austrian Row. Turn right on Austrian Row (the Doubletree Castle Hotel will be on your left.)

From I-4 West: Take 1-4 West to Exit 29A. Go one block to International Drive and turn right on International Drive. Proceed on International Drive until you see Austrian Row on your left. Make a left on Austrian Row (the Doubletree Castle Hotel will be on your left).


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