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A hotel room with a blue sofa, a round wooden table, a desk with a lamp, a bed, and a large map on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a television, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

1. Best Western Auburndale Inn & Suites

11.7 mi from Safari Wilderness

Lorrisa

£86

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a reception desk to the left.

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland

6.8 mi from Safari Wilderness

Jaime A

£53

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view of palm trees, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large window, and a seating area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a balcony with chairs, and a painting on the wall.

A living room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sofa with a coffee table.

3. Travelodge by Wyndham Lakeland

8 mi from Safari Wilderness

Peter

£48

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table with a decorative vase, and a large window with curtains.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a beige sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A conference room with a black and white checkered floor, large windows with curtains, and a chandelier.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.

4. The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Lakeland, 10.7 mi from Safari Wilderness

Cindy

£111

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Best Western PLUS' sign.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A spacious, modern kitchen area with a coffee station, counter space, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. Best Western Plus Lakeland

12.3 mi from Safari Wilderness

Jennifer

£86

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a long communal table, several blue chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a 'Welcome' sign, a Hampton Inn sign, and a 'Clearance 18' sign.

6. Hampton Inn Lakeland

6.8 mi from Safari Wilderness

craig

£91

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa set, a red chair, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and two lamps.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a sign reading 'Comfort Inn & Suites.'

A hotel breakfast area with a long counter, self-service food stations, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakeland North I-4

8 mi from Safari Wilderness

Maribel

£73

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, wooden wall paneling, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating options, including booths and tables, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland North - I-4 by IHG

6.8 mi from Safari Wilderness

Monique

£104

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant interior with a modern design, featuring striped seating, hanging pendant lights, and potted orchids.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, and a view of palm trees through the window.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A modern lobby with seating, a reception desk, and artwork.

9. Best Western Premier Lakeland North

8.2 mi from Safari Wilderness

John

£76

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

A reception area with a stone-textured counter, a mounted television, and a framed sign that reads "extended stay AMERICA".

A Stay America hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and booths, a modern ceiling design, and abstract wall art.

10. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Lakeland I4

6.9 mi from Safari Wilderness

Jose

£64

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A Howard Johnson hotel by Wyndham with a red roof, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A lobby with teal sofas, a coffee station, and a TV on the wall.

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland

8.1 mi from Safari Wilderness

Amber

£44

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoor pool.

A hotel entrance with a fountain, potted plants, and a blue carpet leading to the door.

A covered outdoor seating area with modern furniture, large windows, and hanging plants.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a microwave, and a food display.

12. Clarion Pointe Lakeland I-4

7 mi from Safari Wilderness

Carled

£67

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and wicker chairs, a central fire pit, and a hedge wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a pool view.

A vending area with snack and drink options, including a refrigerated section with beverages and a freezer with packaged goods.

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lakeland

8.1 mi from Safari Wilderness

Tim

£87

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a prominent tower, a red-tiled roof, and a landscaped entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, a fruit display, and a television mounted on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, surrounded by a red brick floor and yellow walls.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland West

7.9 mi from Safari Wilderness

Penny

£55

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a 'Welcome' sign, a covered parking area, and a 'Menu' sign advertising all meals under $4.

A row of motel buildings with balconies, a central walkway, and a clear sky.

A compact kitchenette with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small dining area with a blue chair.

15. Motel 6 Lakeland, FL

8.2 mi from Safari Wilderness

Selena

£46

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A motel with a two-story structure, a palm tree in the foreground, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a refrigerator, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A gym with cardio equipment, weightlifting stations, and a mirror.

A motel with multiple-story buildings, a parking lot with several cars, and palm trees.

16. Paramount Lakeside Inn & Suites

Parker Street, 9.8 mi from Safari Wilderness

Merry

£51

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A motel with a parking lot containing several cars.

A motel sign with amenities including phones, HBO, ESPN, pool, and budget rates.

A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned quilt, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A swimming pool with a brick border, a tiled deck, and a fence.

17. Best Motel Lakeland

Parker Street, 9.9 mi from Safari Wilderness

Nina

£47

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a heater, and a chair.

A reception desk with a computer, a framed photo, and a wooden counter.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines and dryers, wooden flooring, and a door leading to another area.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a small dining area with a chair and table.

18. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Lakeland

7.3 mi from Safari Wilderness

Kerry

£50

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A multi-story building with a central entrance, a covered walkway, and a parking area.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, and a stainless steel sink.

19. Birch Hill Suites - Lakeland

7.3 mi from Safari Wilderness

Starlett

£50

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large mural on the wall depicting a vibrant landscape with a swan, and a view of the adjacent room.

A large, white building with a sign reading "Baymont Inn & Suites".

A long, narrow hallway with carpeted floors and doors on both sides.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Lakeland

6.9 mi from Safari Wilderness

Rick

£45

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Safari Wilderness

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Auburndale Inn & Suites	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland	8.6 Excellent 532 reviews	View
Travelodge by Wyndham Lakeland	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 484 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lakeland	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Safari Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites By the Parks

8/10 Good

"Great sta"

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay! The room was incredibly clean and comfortable, making it easy to relax. The staff was friendly and always ready to help with anything I needed. The pool area was fantastic, and the whole place felt very family-friendly. I would definitely recommend this spot to other travelers!"

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS(r) Town Center

10/10 Excellent

"We love this hotel"

Margaritaville Resort Orlando with H2O Waterpark

10/10 Excellent

"It was actually pretty awesome"

Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Flamingo Crossing/Western Entrance

10/10 Excellent

"Like"

Hilton Vacation Club Aqua Sol Orlando West

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing very helpful. Area was really nice."

Hilton Vacation Club Mystic Dunes Orlando

10/10 Excellent

"Big and beautiful resort. Our children had a blast."

Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything about this trip, my 7 year old won't stop talking about it. The staff was so nice and they went above and beyond to get us a nicer, quieter part of the resort because of constuction near our initial booking. I only wish we went for longer!!!"

Embassy Suites By Hilton Orlando Sunset Walk

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Other attractions near Safari Wilderness

Fantasy of Flight

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Fantasy of Flight during your trip to Polk City. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Big Cypress Golf Club

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lakeland at Big Cypress Golf Club. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail

You can take time to visit Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail during your travels to Polk City. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Tenoroc Shooting Sports

You can take time to visit Tenoroc Shooting Sports during your travels to Lakeland. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Shoppes of Lakeland

You can enjoy retail therapy at Shoppes of Lakeland during your trip to Lakeland. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Lakeland Square Mall

7.8/10 (576 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Lakeland Square Mall during your visit to Lakeland. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall

You can take time to visit Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall during your travels to Lakeland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Safari Wilderness?

Safari Wilderness is located in a welcoming area of Lakeland known for its array of dining options and sporting events. Lakeland is home to 486 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

Where is the best place to stay near Safari Wilderness?

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 6 outdoor pools and a free water park. You'll find it 20.5 mi (33.1 km) from Safari Wilderness. Other good choices in the area include Hilton Vacation Club Aqua Sol Orlando West and Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to Safari Wilderness?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Safari Wilderness.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Safari Wilderness, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Safari Wilderness.

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Our top choices for Safari Wilderness hotels

1. Best Western Auburndale Inn & Suites

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland

3. Travelodge by Wyndham Lakeland

4. The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Best Western Plus Lakeland

6. Hampton Inn Lakeland

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakeland North I-4

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland North - I-4 by IHG

9. Best Western Premier Lakeland North

10. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Lakeland I4

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland

12. Clarion Pointe Lakeland I-4

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lakeland

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland West

15. Motel 6 Lakeland, FL

16. Paramount Lakeside Inn & Suites

17. Best Motel Lakeland

18. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Lakeland

19. Birch Hill Suites - Lakeland

20. Baymont by Wyndham Lakeland

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Top Safari Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites By the Parks

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS(r) Town Center

Margaritaville Resort Orlando with H2O Waterpark

Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Flamingo Crossing/Western Entrance

Hilton Vacation Club Aqua Sol Orlando West

Hilton Vacation Club Mystic Dunes Orlando

Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG

Embassy Suites By Hilton Orlando Sunset Walk

Other attractions near Safari Wilderness

Fantasy of Flight

Big Cypress Golf Club

Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail

Tenoroc Shooting Sports

Shoppes of Lakeland

Lakeland Square Mall

Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall

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