Avanti Resort

What Avanti Resort does

Avanti International Resort is a 600-plus room, family-friendly hotel property located directly on Orlando's International Drive corridor at 8738 International Drive, operated by IDrive Orlando Hotel, LLC (dba Avanti International) and managed by Paramount Hospitality Management. The resort offers six guestroom categories ranging from Deluxe Double Queen and King rooms to Superior pool-view rooms and Premium Executive King Suites and Jacuzzi King accommodations, supplemented by accessible and pet-friendly room types. On-site amenities include a resort-style outdoor pool with a kids' splash zone, fitness center, arcade, and three dining outlets (Lobby Barista serving Starbucks, Café & Marketplace, and a poolside Bar & Grill), with 3,080 square feet of meeting and event space split between the Presidential Suite (1,706 sq ft) and the Governors Suite (1,374 sq ft).

The property generates revenue primarily through nightly room bookings supplemented by a mandatory $18-plus-tax-per-night resort fee that bundles Wi-Fi, self-parking, fitness access, and scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, and Aquatica. Secondary revenue streams include food and beverage sales, meeting and event rentals with catering and audiovisual add-ons, and incidental charges (security holds, pet fees, early/late check-out, laundry, and package handling). Distribution runs through a direct-to-consumer website booking engine and call center (877.821.3010), third-party OTAs and GDS channels, an on-site Universal Orlando Vacation Planning Center, and a sales-and-catering team handling group room blocks of 10+ rooms per night for corporate, convention, wedding, and social events near the Orange County Convention Center.

The resort's positioning targets budget-conscious leisure and family travelers visiting Orlando's theme parks alongside business and group-event planners, with a Universal Partner Hotel affiliation, AAA/AARP/Government/Military/Neighbor discounts, and a Best Rate Guarantee supporting direct bookings. Technology infrastructure is conventional hospitality tooling (Matterport virtual tours, Google Analytics, Google AdWords, Paycor HR, PCI-DSS-compliant booking transactions) with no disclosed AI, ML, or proprietary platform capabilities.

Name

Avanti Resort

Legal name

IDrive Orlando Hotel, LLC dba Avanti International

Website

https://avantiresort.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Avanti International Resort is a 600-plus room family-friendly hotel on Orlando's International Drive, operated by Paramount Hospitality Management, serving leisure travelers, families, and convention attendees near Universal Orlando and the Orange County Convention Center.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hotel and Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAGAAAD

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive)

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Hotels (Full-Service)

SECONDARYTHAGALAC

Resort Convention Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Convention & Conference Hotels

Keywords

• Hotel accommodation services
• Theme park shuttle service
• Resort meeting event space
• Pet friendly lodging
• Family resort amenities

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Guest Room Bookings: The primary revenue stream is nightly room rentals across multiple room categories (Deluxe Double Queen, Deluxe King, Superior Double Queen, Superior King, Premium Executive King Suite, Premium Jacuzzi King). Rooms are sold through direct website booking, phone reservations (877.821.3010), and third-party OTAs. Rates vary by room type, season, and day of week.
2. Resort Fee: A daily resort fee of $18 plus tax per room per night is added to all bookings. This fee covers Wi-Fi throughout the property, scheduled theme park shuttles (Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Aquatica), self-parking, fitness center access, and unlimited local and 800-number phone calls. The resort fee is a mandatory daily charge.
3. Food and Beverage: On-site dining revenue is generated through the Avanti Bar & Grill (poolside bar and grill open daily 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.), Café & Marketplace (breakfast, lunch, dinner with hours varying by day), and the Lobby Barista (Starbucks coffee and grab-and-go items). These outlets serve guests on property as an ancillary revenue stream.
4. Meeting and Event Space: Revenue from renting out 3,080 square feet of meeting/event space (Presidential Suite 1,706 sq ft and Governors Suite 1,374 sq ft, used separately or combined) for corporate meetings, weddings, social events, and group functions. Catering and audiovisual services are offered as add-ons.
5. Incidental Charges: Additional revenue is generated from incidental charges including $50 security/authorization hold per stay, $4 per load for laundry facilities, $10 per package handling fee, early check-in fees ($25 before 1 p.m., $35 before 11 a.m.), late check-out fees ($20 + tax per hour after 12 p.m.), pet fees ($50 per room), and telephone charges for domestic long distance ($0.30 first minute, $0.15 each additional minute) and international calls.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Avanti International Resort operates a 600+ room family-friendly hotel on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, offering overnight accommodations across multiple room categories (Deluxe, Superior, Premium Executive King Suite, Premium Jacuzzi King, Accessible, and Pet-Friendly), 3,080 sq ft of meeting and event space, on-site dining (Lobby Barista/Starbucks, Café & Marketplace, Bar & Grill), and scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, and Aquatica. As a Universal Partner Hotel, the resort additionally provides guests with Universal park merchandise and food discounts and access to an in-lobby Universal vacation planning center.

Product overview

Avanti International Resort is a family-friendly hotel offering diverse accommodation options ranging from standard Deluxe and Superior rooms to premium suites with Executive King and Jacuzzi features. The property provides comprehensive hospitality services including on-site dining (Lobby Barista, Café & Marketplace, Bar & Grill), recreation facilities (pool, splash zone, fitness center, arcade), and 3,080 sq ft of meeting/event space. As a Universal Partner Hotel, guests receive shuttle service to major theme parks, merchandise discounts, and vacation planning support. The resort specializes in accessible and pet-friendly accommodations alongside standard and premium room categories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Deluxe Double Queen Room Standard guest room with two queen beds, plush bedding, refrigerator, coffeemaker, HD flat-screen TV, and well-stocked bathroom; accommodates up to 2 adults + 2 children. Targeted at families and small groups seeking affordable I-Drive lodging.
• Deluxe King Room Standard guest room with one king bed, premium bedding, refrigerator, coffeemaker, HD flat-screen TV, and well-stocked bathroom; sleeps up to two adults. Targeted at couples and business travelers.
• Superior Double Queen Room Enhanced guest room with two queen beds, pool views, plush bedding, refrigerator, coffeemaker, HD flat-screen TV, and well-stocked bathrooms. Targeted at families and small groups wanting upgraded views and amenities.
• Superior King Room Enhanced guest room with one king bed, pool views, refrigerator, coffeemaker, HD flat-screen TV, and well-stocked bathrooms. Targeted at couples and business travelers seeking upgraded amenities and views.
• Premium Executive King Suite Spacious suite with separate living area, king bed, upgraded amenities, refrigerator, and flat-screen TV. Designed for extended stays or guests seeking extra space. Accommodates up to 2 adults + 2 children.
• Premium Jacuzzi King Room Luxury room with a private Jacuzzi tub, king bed, upgraded amenities, refrigerator, and flat-screen TV for a relaxing Orlando stay. Accommodates up to 2 adults. Targeted at couples and leisure travelers seeking premium amenities.
• Accessible Rooms & Suites ADA-compliant guestrooms and suites featuring accessible doorways, roll-in showers, grab bars, visual fire alarms, door bells, emergency strobe lights, and rocker switches. Targeted at guests with disabilities requiring ADA-compliant lodging.
• Pet-Friendly Rooms Dog-friendly accommodations with a 30-pound weight limit, one pet per room, designated pet-friendly outdoor areas, and pet-friendly amenities. Targeted at travelers with dogs seeking Orlando lodging.
• Meeting & Event Spaces 3,080 square feet of versatile meeting and event space comprising the Presidential Suite (1,706 sq ft) and Governors Suite (1,374 sq ft), usable separately or combined. Supports conferences, weddings, corporate meetings, social events, break-out sessions, and product launches, with catering and audiovisual services as add-ons. Group rates available on blocks of 10+ rooms per night.
• Theme Park Shuttle Service Scheduled shuttle transportation to Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld, and Aquatica, included in the mandatory daily resort fee. Targeted at theme park visitors seeking convenient park access without a rental car.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ranked in Top 10 Best Places to Stay near Universal Epic Universe by UrbanMatter Entertainment
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Universal Orlando ResortcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAvanti International Resort is an official Universal Partner Hotel, offering exclusive benefits including scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld, and Aquatica. Guests receive discounts on merchandise and food at select Universal Orlando locations. The lobby houses a Universal Orlando Vacation Planning Center staffed by Universal vacation planners who assist with ticket orders and redemptions. This partnership is a core differentiator for the resort.
• Paramount Hospitality ManagementcoreOthersAvanti International Resort is managed by Paramount Hospitality Management (PHM), an Orlando-based hotel management company recognized by LUX Magazine's Hospitality Award, named in Hotel Business' Top 100 Hotel Management Companies, and awarded Top Employer by the Orlando Business Journal for over a decade. PHM operates four hotels along International Drive.
• StarbucksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Lobby Barista serves Starbucks coffee, pastries, and grab-and-go foods. This on-site outlet operates under a Starbucks licensing arrangement, enhancing the resort's breakfast and beverage offerings for guests heading to theme parks.
• Platinum TransportationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPlatinum Transportation provides 'Meet and Greets' for arriving guests at Orlando International Airport and transports them to the resort. This third-party transportation service is coordinated by the hotel for guests requiring airport transfers.
• I-Ride TrolleyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe I-Ride Trolley stops directly outside the resort, providing guests with convenient access to shopping, dining, and attractions along International Drive for $6 per day. Direct booking guests receive 2 complimentary I-Ride Trolley tickets, making this a bundled transportation partnership.
• DisneyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAs part of its shuttle service offering, Avanti provides scheduled transportation to Walt Disney World theme parks, creating a bundled offering for guests visiting multiple parks across Orlando.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Universal's Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Surfside Inn: Universal Orlando's own value-tier on-site hotels representing both a direct competitor for budget-conscious Universal visitors and a benchmark for the partner hotel program's strategic positioning relative to Universal's owned inventory.
• Hyatt Regency Orlando: Flagship convention hotel adjacent to the Orange County Convention Center with 1,600+ rooms and large-scale meeting space. Competes for the same convention overflow and group business Avanti targets, but at a higher rate tier.
• Walt Disney World Resort Hotels: Disney-operated resort hotels across the Walt Disney World campus. While a different price tier, they compete for the same family/theme-park leisure guest and influence the shuttle and amenity expectations of Avanti's target customers.

Direct peers

• Rosen Centre Hotel: Full-service convention hotel directly adjacent to the Orange County Convention Center. Targets the same group/convention and leisure guests that Avanti courts, but at a higher tier and with substantially more meeting space.
• Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando: Affordable, family-friendly full-service hotel on International Drive within walking distance of Pointe Orlando and a Universal Partner Hotel. Direct competitor for value-oriented leisure travelers visiting Universal Orlando.
• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld: Upscale full-service resort on I-Drive/SeaWorld corridor competing for theme-park leisure and convention business. Comparable amenity set (pool, F&B, event space) and similar shuttle partnerships with local attractions.
• Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites – Waterpark: Family-oriented I-Drive resort with on-site waterpark amenities targeting the same value-tier theme-park leisure segment as Avanti. Comparable room count, amenity mix, and Universal/Disney shuttle partnerships.
• Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa: Large-scale family resort near I-Drive and major Orlando theme parks with multi-bedroom villas, multiple pools, and F&B outlets. Comparable full-service resort product targeting theme-park leisure travelers.
• Coco Key Hotel and Water Resort: Family-focused I-Drive resort with on-site water park amenities, competing directly for the same theme-park leisure segment as Avanti. Comparable room count, F&B offerings, and price positioning.
• Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando International Drive Convention Center: All-suite I-Drive hotel less than one mile from the Orange County Convention Center, competing for similar group, convention, and family leisure travelers in the same mid-scale tier as Avanti.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AvantiResort
• Instagraminstagram.com/avantiresort
• TikToktwitter.com/avantiresortorl
• Pinterestpinterest.com/AvantiResort
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/avanti-resort

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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