Kissimmee Hotels

Kissimmee Hotels

Many visitors to Kissimmee are here for the theme parks, with the town's close proximity to Disney and the other Orlando attractions a big draw. However, Kissimmee is a great destination in its own right, with many family-friendly days and evenings out to enjoy. You'll find many exclusive resorts with villas and golf courses, as well as family-friendly hotels, surrounded by large areas of lakeland. Despite being close to huge holiday resorts, it has an old fashioned small town feel, with unique boutiques and crafty stores close at hand.

Things to see

The Kissimmee Sports Arena and Rodeo is a throwback to the days when the area was full of cowboys and made up of mostly agricultural land. There are weekly rodeos where people come from all over the state to compete in the bareback bronc, the barrel race, and roping up horses, as well as many other traditional events. You can enjoy hot dogs and beer while the show goes on, cheering on your favorite cowboys and cowgirls as they show off their skills. Medieval Times is also a great family show, with a castle style stadium and seating in the round. Don your paper crown and you'll enjoy being served a 4 course meal fit for royalty, with cocktails for the grown ups. As you eat, you'll be able to enjoy a spectacular show with knights, horses, and costumed actors playing members of the court. There's jousting, sword fights, and performing horses, making for a memorable night out. For many, a trip to Florida wouldn't be the same without tee time, and the Mystic Dunes Golf Club offers well-manicured, smooth green courses, surrounded by sand dunes and palm trees. There's 18 well designed holes to play, top class instruction from the pros, and a stylish modern clubhouse with a restaurant and lounge.

Hotels in Kissimmee

Kissimmee has an excellent selection of family friendly hotels, with 2 to 4 star accommodation to suit all budgets. You'll find many of the major chains here, with impressive outdoor pools, fitness centers, and free shuttles to Orlando's theme parks. Many Kissimmee hotels offer free WiFi and free self parking, as well as useful extras such as a complimentary continental breakfast to set you up for a day of sightseeing. Kissimmee is a popular destination with families, so you'll find hotels with family rooms and suites, and useful facilities such as supervised childcare and activities, cabanas, and children's pools.

Where to stay

Downtown Kissimmee feels far away from the area's theme parks, with a historic, small town atmosphere. Main Street has many community events, from the busy farmers market which has locally grown oranges and other produce, to Throwback Thursday which celebrates different aspects of the town's history. There's an excellent selection of shops, from clothing boutiques to record stores and bookshops, most of them independently owned and offering old fashioned service. Once you're done shopping, you can enjoy the friendly local restaurants, from diners to family friendly joints where you can enjoy classic American cuisine.

How to get to Kissimmee

Orlando International Airport has dozens of flights arriving daily from around the world, making it a popular and well connected hub. The airport is just half an hour north of Kissimmee, with many tourists picking up a rental car for an easy transfer. There's also a large number of private shuttle services that can be booked in advance, offering a cheap and easy way to get to your hotel in Kissimmee. Kissimmee Amtrak station is also a convenient arrival point, with services running on the Silver Meteor and Silver Star services, both running as far as New York City and Miami.