International Drive, Orange County, Florida, United States
Located in the heart of Orlando with easy access to theme parks
Outdoor pool with sun loungers
Spacious rooms with Sleep Number beds and pleasant decor
Microwaves, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs in all rooms
Access to YMCA Aquatic Center next door with large indoor pool and gym (fee)
Shuttle to Disney World and Universal Studios (fee)
Games room, kids’ playground, and tennis court
Convenience store, ATM machine, and car rental service
Extensive meeting facilities with large breakout area
Hidden fees for breakfast, Wi-Fi, shuttle service, and YMCA access
Constant shortage of supplies such as room towels and pool towels
Poor breakfast buffet with limited choice and disorganized service
Maintenance issues including some broken Sleep Number beds
Slow to respond to guest concerns
Limited free parking isn't exactly secure
The 233-room Allure Resort is located right in the heart of Orlando, on the attractions-packed International Drive. It's part of an eight-hotel group that looks pleasant enough, but often doesn't deliver. Maintenance issues and a generally forgotten-about approach to everything from rooms to features are hard to overlook, even with the hotel's big pool and rock-bottom rates. Rooms look pleasant enough, with light tones and wood accents, but are often short on supplies such as towels and pillows and some come with broken appliances. Hidden fees for standard amenities such as Wi-Fi and shuttles, a lack of secure parking, and the buffet breakfast are also disappointing. For a hotel without hidden fees and an overall better experience, try Rosen Inn International instead, which has similar rates.