Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

This secluded, relaxing resort lies between Orlando and Tampa and offers guests tranquil grounds covering around 690 hectares. A selection of bars, pubs and restaurants are located around 3 km from the hotel and it is roughly 8 km to the nearest shops. The nearest links to the public transport network are 800 m away; Orlando is 17 km from the hotel.

The resort welcomes guests in a 3-storey building with a lift and 100 rooms. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The resort has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The complex has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, individually adjustable heating and a fan. A balcony is among the standard features of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe provides secure storage for guests' personal property. There is a fully-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, mini fridge, microwave and tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (for a fee) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Wheelchair-accessible rooms can also be booked. The resort has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

The pool complex includes both indoor and outdoor pools, which are in part heated. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. The wide range of activities offered at the resort ensures that there is something new to do every day, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, volleyball, basketball, crazy golf, golf, archery, fishing and horse riding. Water sports enthusiasts are offered canoeing. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, callisthenics and aerobics. A wellness area with a spa is available in the complex.

Dining facilities include a café and a bar. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu. The resort also offers picnics.