Kissimmee Orlando Florida Hotels Near Gatorland

Take a walk on the wild side! 

 Located a short distance from our three Orlando-Kissimmee area hotels is a one-of-kind habitat where adventure lurks around every corner: Gatorland!  The “Alligator Capital of the World” is located about 15 minutes from any of our three Orlando area hotels: EconoLodge Inn & Suites Orlando, Howard Johnson Inn Maingate East Orlando or Rodeway Inn Maingate Orlando.

It’s hard to believe today’s Gatorland once began as a roadside attraction in 1949!  Today Gatorland is a 110-acre theme park featuring great shows and critters of all kinds.  Once you step through the giant alligator jaws that serve as Gatorland’s entrance, your exploration of gators, crocodiles, birds, bears and more begins. 

Visit Alligator Island, home to the largest park residents; take a ride on Express Railroad carrying passengers around the Jungle Crocs and Breeding Marsh/Bird Rookery areas.  Enjoy a self-guided tour through a native Cypress Swamp along the raised wooden walkway of Swamp Walk or stop by Allie’s Barnyard and have your picture taken with some cute, cuddly barnyard critters.  Shivers run down your spine when you watch our alligator wrestler or see huge crocodiles jump high in the air for food.  Beat the heat of a humid Florida afternoon and cool off in Gator Gully Splash Park.  Featuring unususal water sources, such as a row of giant egrets spilling water from their beaks, Gator Gully Splash Park is sure to entice kids of all ages, young and old to splash, squirt and play in the cool water.

Plan your Gatorland adventure—visit their official website linked below.

Our properties are conveniently located near all area attractions and activities.  Each hotel is staffed with friendly and experienced personnel whose goal is to ensure your visit is a memorable one.  All stays are eligible for participation in either the Choice Privileges® or Wyndham Rewards™ programs.