HAMPTON INN & SUITES ORLANDO AIRPORT AT GATEWAY VILLAGE, Orlando

The hotel sits in the Gateway Village area, just off the airport grounds. A free 24/7 shuttle runs every 30 minutes to and from MCO. SeaWorld is a 20-minute drive away, while Universal Studios Florida and Walt Disney World are each about 20 minutes by car. The Orange County Convention Center is 15 minutes away. Port Canaveral is 45 minutes to an hour away; the hotel does not offer a shuttle to the port but works with Go Port. Several restaurants are within a short walk, including Bonchon, IHOP, Carrabba's, and TGI Fridays, many of which offer discounts to hotel guests. A park within walking distance provides a green space for a stroll. The area is safe and quiet.

All guest rooms are equipped with a 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, a small refrigerator, a coffee maker, ironing facilities, and a desk. Suites add a separate seating area with a sofa bed. Bathrooms feature wall-mounted dispensers; no individual bar soap is provided. Some rooms have a microwave. The rooms are spacious and have individually controlled air conditioning and heating. Noise can be an issue: road-facing rooms and those near elevators may hear planes from the nearby runway and HVAC cycling. For a quieter stay, request a high floor away from the elevator. Beds are comfortable with good pillows. Room condition varies; some units may require more thorough cleaning or have signs of wear. Luggage storage is available at the front desk if rooms are not ready upon early arrival.

Breakfast is included in the stay and features a variety of hot and cold items, including scrambled eggs, sausage, waffles with toppings, oatmeal, hard-boiled eggs, fresh fruit, bagels, and pastries. The breakfast area is located behind the front desk. Coffee and tea are available 24 hours in the lobby. The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but a bar is open from 5 to 11 pm. Several dining options are within walking distance: Bonchon, IHOP, Carrabba's, TGI Fridays, and Bonefish Grill. Hotel guests receive a discount at Carrabba's and Bonefish Grill. For early flights, a breakfast bag can be requested the night before.

The outdoor freeform pool is surrounded by loungers and is open until 10 pm. It has a shallow end suitable for children. Towels are provided. The fitness centre is equipped with cardio and weight training machines and is included in the stay. There is no spa or hot tub. The pool is clean and well-maintained.