Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista

What Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista does

Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista is a family-focused mid-tier hotel property located at 13351 State Road 535, Orlando, Florida, less than one mile from Walt Disney World and proximate to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and Disney Springs. The property is owned by PH Lake Buena Vista (doing business as Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista) and is operated under a management contract by Aimbridge Hospitality. It holds a brand license from InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) to use the Holiday Inn Resort marks and participates in IHG's central reservation system and IHG One Rewards loyalty program, while also operating as an official Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel.

The product is built around 12 distinct room categories including standard kings and queens (336-394 sq ft), bunk-bedded KidSuites (381-397 sq ft, sleep 4-6), and specialty suites up to the 642 sq ft Presidential Suite; all rooms include Wi-Fi, microwaves, mini-fridges, Keurig coffeemakers, and in-room safes. Resort amenities include an oversized heated outdoor pool with two whirlpools and a splash pad, a 24-hour arcade, lobby movie theater, fitness center, business center, on-site dog park, Rocco's Rockin' Tiki Bar, and an on-site breakfast restaurant. A mandatory $30+tax nightly resort fee bundles complimentary scheduled shuttle service (via Platinum Transportation Inc.) to Disney parks, Disney Springs, Universal Orlando including Epic Universe, and SeaWorld. Secondary revenue streams include parking ($20/day), pet fees ($35/night first pet for first three nights), Kids Eat Free F&B program, 11,000 sq ft of meeting/event space with a 3,720 sq ft ballroom and an RFP-based group sales process, and on-site Disney ticket sales.

The business model is B2C leisure travel distribution through a multi-channel mix — direct hotel website (hiresortlbv.com), phone, IHG central reservations, IHG One Rewards loyalty booking, Disney Good Neighbor referral, and third-party OTAs (Expedia, Booking.com, TripAdvisor). Pricing is quote-based by room type and season, layered with mandatory resort fee, parking, pet, and event charges. The property serves five principal segments: family vacationers (primary), wedding parties, corporate/business groups, sports teams, Florida residents, and pet owners. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the firmographics record lists 27 employees, consistent with a corporate/owner entity rather than total property-level staffing.

Name

Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista

Legal name

PH Lake Buena Vista

Website

https://hiresortlbv.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista is a family-focused, IHG-franchised hotel property near Walt Disney World offering 12 room types, shuttle service to major Orlando theme parks, 11,000 sq ft of meeting space, and on-site F&B, serving leisure families, weddings, corporate groups, and sports teams.

Ownership category

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Product category

Resort Hotel Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAGAAAD

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

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

Keywords

• Family resort accommodations
• Hotel room rentals
• Meeting event venues
• Theme park shuttle service
• Hospitality lodging services

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Guest Room Rentals: Primary revenue from hotel room rentals across 12 room types including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, pool view rooms, KidSuites with bunk beds, and specialty suites (Junior Suite, Presidential Suite). Room pricing is quote-based and varies by season, room type, and availability.
2. Food and Beverage: On-site dining includes Rocco's Rockin' Tiki Bar (poolside bar serving tropical cocktails, slushies, and ice cream), an on-site restaurant open for breakfast starting at 6:30am with a la carte and hot buffet options, and room service. Kids 12 and under eat free from the kids' menu.
3. Resort Fee and Amenities: Mandatory resort fee of $30+ tax includes daily scheduled transportation to Disney parks, Disney Springs, and Universal Orlando; children's movie theater; pool games and daily activities program; business center with PCs and internet access.
4. Parking: On-site parking available for $20 per day per vehicle.
5. Pet Fees: Pet fee of $35 per night for first 3 nights only (no additional fee after third night), $10 nightly fee for a second pet. Maximum 2 pets per room, 150 lbs weight limit.
6. Meeting and Event Space: Revenue from renting flexible meeting space including 7,000 sq ft of meeting space, a 3,720 sq ft ballroom (max capacity 400 people), and multiple smaller meeting rooms. Full-service catering and beverage options available for events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista is a family-friendly hotel resort offering 12 categories of guest accommodations (standard, deluxe, pool view, balcony, KidSuites with bunk beds, Junior and Presidential Suites) within 1 mile of Walt Disney World. The core product is overnight lodging bundled with a mandatory $30+tax resort fee that includes complimentary scheduled shuttle transportation to Disney parks, Disney Springs, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld, plus access to a heated pool, splash pad, 24-hour arcade, on-site movie theater, and business center. Secondary offerings include 11,000 sq ft of meeting/event space and on-site food and beverage (Rocco's Rockin' Tiki Bar and breakfast restaurant).

Product overview

Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista is a family-friendly hotel resort operating as part of the IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) brand portfolio. The property serves as a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel located less than a mile from Disney World. The core product offering centers on diverse guest accommodations ranging from Standard King and Queen Rooms (336-394 sq ft) to Family KidSuites with bunk beds (381-397 sq ft) and Specialty Suites including Junior Suites and Presidential Suite (both 642 sq ft). Supporting amenities include an over-sized heated pool with whirlpools and splash pad, 24-hour arcade, movie theater, fitness center, business center, and dog-friendly facilities. The property offers 11,000 sq ft of meeting and event space including a 3,720 sq ft ballroom. Dining includes an on-site restaurant serving breakfast with Kids Eat Free program and Rocco's Rockin' Tiki Bar. Complimentary shuttle service to Disney parks, Universal Orlando (including Epic Universe), and SeaWorld is provided. The property participates in IHG One Rewards loyalty program. Room amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, microwaves, refrigerators, Keurig coffee makers, in-room safes, and Dove amenities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Guest Rooms & Suites 12 categories of accommodations: Standard King (381 sq ft, sleeps 2), Standard Two Queen (336 sq ft, sleeps 4), Deluxe King with Sofa (381 sq ft, sleeps 4), Deluxe Two Queen (394 sq ft, sleeps 4), Two Queen Pool View (380 sq ft, sleeps 4), King Balcony Pool View (378 sq ft, sleeps 2), Two Queen Balcony Pool View, KidSuite King + 1 Bunk (381 sq ft, sleeps 4), KidSuite King + 2 Bunk Beds (397 sq ft, sleeps 6), Junior Suite (642 sq ft, sleeps 6), and Presidential Suite (642 sq ft, sleeps 4). All rooms include complimentary WiFi, microwave, mini refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker, in-room safe, and Dove amenities. Targeted at families and leisure travelers visiting Orlando theme parks.
• Meeting & Event Spaces Approximately 11,000 sq ft of flexible meeting and event space including a 3,720 sq ft Ballroom (max 300-400 depending on setup), Discovery (1,720 sq ft), Adventure (1,000 sq ft), Wonder (1,000 sq ft), Magic (1,760 sq ft), Vista (1,972 sq ft), Creative (400 sq ft), and Ballroom Pre-function (740 sq ft) rooms, plus full-service catering and AV equipment (LCD projectors, sound systems). Targeted at corporate meeting planners, wedding planners, and sports-team organizers.
• On-Site Dining & Bar Breakfast restaurant open from 6:30am offering a la carte and hot buffet options with room service available; Rocco's Rockin' Tiki Bar poolside serving tropical cocktails, slushies, ice cream, and snacks. Kids 12 and under eat free from the kids' menu. Targeted at hotel guests and pool visitors.
• Complimentary Scheduled Shuttle Service Free scheduled transportation to Walt Disney World (Epcot, Hollywood Studios), Disney Springs, Universal Orlando Resort (including the new Epic Universe), and SeaWorld, operated in partnership with Platinum Transportation Inc. Pickup schedules are posted at the front desk. Available to all hotel guests as part of the resort fee.
• Disney Theme Park Ticket Sales Authorized on-site purchase of Walt Disney World theme park tickets at discounted rates for hotel guests, facilitated through a dedicated Disney booking link as part of the Good Neighbor Hotel program. Targeted at hotel guests planning Disney park visits.
• Event Catering & Beverage Service Full-service catering and beverage options for meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events including coffee breaks, working lunches, receptions, and poolside gatherings, with menu planning assistance from the event staff. Targeted at meeting/event clients booking function space.

Quantifiable outcome

• Shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Universal Orlando, and Epic Universe included in resort fee
• +3 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe hotel is independently owned by PH Lake Buena Vista d/b/a Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Lake Buena Vista but operates under the Holiday Inn Resort brand licensed from IHG. Benefits include access to IHG's global distribution system (IHG.com, IHG app), IHG One Rewards loyalty program (100+ million members), central reservation system, corporate sales infrastructure, and brand marketing. The hotel pays licensing/royalty fees to IHG for use of brand marks and systems.
• Walt Disney WorldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel designation. The hotel offers complimentary scheduled shuttle service to Walt Disney World (Epcot, Disney Hollywood Studios), Disney Springs, and Universal Orlando. The hotel is authorized to sell Disney tickets and is marketed through Disney's approved hotel partner network. Must adhere to Disney's high standards for quality.
• Platinum Transportation Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProvides complimentary scheduled shuttle service to Walt Disney World, Disney Springs, Universal Orlando, and Epic Universe. Shuttle operates daily with scheduled pickup times. Also provides paid private group transfers, taxi service, charter, and limo services. Contact: 407-492-8888.
• Buena Vista WatersportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAdjacent water sports facility (7-minute walk from hotel) offering jet ski rentals, boat rentals, wakeboard/waterski lessons, paddle boarding, kayaks, and pontoon boats on Lake Bryan. Hotel guests receive special discount at Buena Vista Watersports.
• Aimbridge HospitalitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThird-party hotel management company that operates the Holiday Inn Resort Orlando-Lake Buena Vista. Aimbridge Hospitality is one of the largest independent hotel management companies in North America.
• Enterprise, Alamo, National Car RentalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred car rental partners with pickup location at Orlando Disney Car Care Center (1000 Car Care Drive). Complimentary shuttle service to car rental facility can be arranged. Account #6020374 for IHG member discounts.
• L.E.T. GroupcoreOthersThe hotel is owned by PH Lake Buena Vista d/b/a Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Lake Buena Vista, with website design credited to L.E. T. Group (https://www.letgroup.com/).
• Universal Orlando ResortminorGTM or Marketing PartnerComplimentary scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando Resort including the new Epic Universe theme park.
• SeaWorld OrlandominorGTM or Marketing PartnerComplimentary scheduled shuttle service to SeaWorld Orlando included in resort fee.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort: Official Disney Springs resort offering family-friendly accommodations, pool amenities, and Disney-area transportation. Competes head-to-head for family leisure demand in the same Disney Springs / Lake Buena Vista micro-market.
• Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace: Disney Springs-area full-service Hilton with comparable family amenities, pool, and meeting space. Direct competitor for family leisure and group business within the same Lake Buena Vista / Disney Springs micro-market.
• Holiday Inn Orlando-Disney Springs Area: Closely related IHG/InterContinental family product serving the same Disney tourist district. Sister-brand competitor sharing the IHG One Rewards platform and Disney-area shuttle value proposition.
• Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista: All-suite Hilton product in Lake Buena Vista with family-friendly amenities and complimentary breakfast. Closely comparable in product mix (suites, family focus) and price point, competing for the same family leisure segment.
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Orlando Lake Buena Vista: Limited-service Marriott in Disney's Marriott Village targeting the same value-conscious family segment. Comparable location, family appeal, and shuttle-to-parks value proposition at a lower price point.
• Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort: Full-service family resort in Lake Buena Vista offering suites, pool amenities, and Disney-area shuttle service. Directly comparable mid-to-upper tier competitor for family leisure demand in the same submarket.
• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orlando Lake Buena Vista: All-suite Marriott property in the same Disney corridor targeting family and value-oriented leisure travelers. Directly comparable in room type (suites, family configuration) and shuttle-driven Disney-area positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress: Large resort hotel adjacent to Walt Disney World with extensive family amenities, multiple pools, and significant meeting space. Competes for Disney-area family and group bookings at a higher price tier, anchored by the Hyatt brand and loyalty program.
• Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin: Large full-service resort complex on Disney property, operated by Marriott but located directly within the Disney tourist district. Highly comparable to Holiday Inn Resort LBV as a Disney-area full-service hotel competing for the same family and group business, but at a higher price point with broader brand and meeting scale.

Emerging players

• Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando: Large independent value-tier hotel on International Drive near Universal Orlando. Competes for budget-conscious family travelers to Orlando theme parks at a meaningfully lower ADR, putting pricing pressure on the lower end of the Holiday Inn Resort LBV range.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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