Crowne Plaza Orlando - Downtown, OrlandoCrowne Plaza Orlando - Downtown in Orlando, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 139 of 306 hotels we score in Orlando. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction. Rooms from about $156 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown is a full-service IHG hotel at 304 W. Colonial Drive, in the centre of downtown Orlando close to the Kia Center and the area's business and entertainment venues. Rooms have been renovated with contemporary decor in neutral tones and dark wood furniture. Facilities include a 24-hour gym, business centre, heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, room service, a coffee shop, car rental desk, dry cleaning and the Bite Bistro and Wine Bar. It holds an 86% recommendation rate across 1,535 reviews, with guests praising the staff and comfortable beds. Rates start around $156 a night. It suits business travellers and visitors who want to stay downtown rather than near the theme parks.What stands out

Friendly, helpful staff

Comfortable beds and clean rooms

On-site restaurant and wine bar

Heated outdoor pool and whirlpool

Watch out for

Downtown location means a drive to theme parks

Valet parking may be the only option

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