Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Orlando

Things to do

Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets

Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets

£450
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Universal Orlando Resort Theme Park Tickets
LEGOLAND® Florida Tickets

LEGOLAND® Florida Tickets

£29
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Florida Tickets
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options

Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options

£23
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Icon Park: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madame Tussauds or The Orlando Eye Options
Aquatica Orlando

Aquatica Orlando

£39
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
Aquatica Orlando
Scenic 30 Minute Airboat Tour

Scenic 30 Minute Airboat Tour

£33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic 30 Minute Airboat Tour
"Drawn to Life" presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney

Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney

£63
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney
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Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando

Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando

4 out of 5
8800 Vistana Centre Dr Orlando FL
The price is £121 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£121
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Orlando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,994 reviews)
"loved our stay able to rest well"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas, Lake Buena Vista/Orlando
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando

4 out of 5
14501 Grove Resort Avenue Winter Garden FL
The price is £192 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£192
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Four Corners. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very good! (10,324 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6550 Adventure Way Orlando FL
The price is £126 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£126
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,106 reviews)
"The best resort we’ve stayed in a long time!it’s of activities and access to the universal theme parks"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Kompose Boutique Resort at Theme Parks

Kompose Boutique Resort at Theme Parks

3 out of 5
7491 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Kissimmee FL
The price is £69 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£69
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Kissimmee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and ESPN Wide World ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,691 reviews)
"All perfect........nice clean........rooms super godd.....breakfast...super good"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Kompose Boutique Resort at Theme Parks
Avanti International Resort

Avanti International Resort

4 out of 5
8738 International Dr Orlando FL
The price is £78 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£78
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (4,517 reviews)
"They don’t say nothing to a resort fee"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Avanti International Resort
Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista

Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista

3.5 out of 5
8442 Palm Parkway Orlando FL
The price is £52 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£52
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Orlando. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,803 reviews)
"Amanzing stay. Be back soon."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Find the best Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The entrance to Aquatica with colorful signage and a water slide.

International Drive District

Visitors to International Drive District rave about its breathtaking beach views, exciting theme parks and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Orange County Convention Center or Aquatica while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

The entrance to the Hollywood Studios area with a large sign and distinctive architecture.
Photo by Gary Burke
Open Photo by Gary Burke

Bay Lake

Exciting theme parks plentiful wildlife and top sights from Epcot® to Walt Disney World® Resort – discover Bay Lake, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

A golf course with bunkers, water hazards, and a large lake.

Reunion

The top golf courses and fun-filled water parks are top of the list for many visitors to Reunion. A stop by Reunion Resort Golf Course or Jack Nicklaus Course might round out your trip.

A large Ferris wheel with blue lighting, surrounded by a parking lot and buildings.

Champions Gate

Ample dining options and top golf courses are well-reviewed features of Champions Gate. Make a stop by top sights like ChampionsGate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

A roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort, featuring a tall palm tree and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Peter Sutton
Open Photo by Peter Sutton

Florida Center

If you're spending some time in Florida Center, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida are top sights worth seeing.

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