DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown
A downtown tower hotel offering rooftop pool views, spacious family suites, and on-site dining at Sixty South.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown is a commercial hotel catering to convention guests and visiting families in the heart of the city. Guests appreciate the spacious suites that comfortably sleep up to six, reliable air conditioning, and meals at Sixty South Restaurant. However, the hotel layout creates major noise issues, with pool-facing rooms echoing conversations and child screams from morning until past ten at night. 194917
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What travelers noticed
- Guests consistently praise the polite and cheerful staff across the property, especially during breakfast. 4
- The Sixty South restaurant earns strong marks for serving gourmet salads, grilled steaks, and contemporary American cuisine. 17
- Reviewers also appreciate the downtown location and the expansive floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Lake Ivanhoe and illuminated skyscrapers. 17
The catch
- Some guests dislike the bathroom setup where the sink and counter are located in the bedroom, while others find the space standard and appreciate the Crabtree bath products. 194
- Views are another dividing point, as rooms in the 17-story tower offer expansive skyline scenery while lower rooms face a parking lot. 13
Who it's for
- — Families needing suites that sleep up to six
- — Business travelers attending downtown conventions
- — Guests wanting a rooftop pool with skyline views
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers assigned to pool-facing rooms
- — Travelers expecting complimentary hotel breakfast
- — Guests who dislike sinks located in the bedroom area
Seen on camera
24 moments · 5 videos · DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown
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“the bar/ restaurant downstairs was fantastic and my room was impeccably clean and cozy”
youtube.com1:39“room cost about $114 a night which is a great price it's a double bedroom”
youtube.com0:23“Rooms are your average DoubleTree room, meaning they're comfortable and functional, but also well-sized for families. It…”
youtube.com0:17“The beds and pillows were comfortable, and there was plenty of closet and drawer space to hold our clothes.”
youtube.com3:32“I would say overall the breakfast was also really good”
youtube.com8:04“The rooms also had plenty of outlets and charging ports.”
youtube.com5:24“I found the food to be good the staff was is very friendly and helpful so good job to the staff”
youtube.com7:57“The Double Tree Suites by Hilton is a Disney good neighbor hotel, which means you're getting official Disney perks like…”
youtube.com1:24“The Double Tree Suites feature spacious, modern, and welle equipped suites that can comfortably sleep up to six people,…”
youtube.com3:05“The bathroom itself was pretty standard, but had everything we needed. including a haird dryer.”
youtube.com4:14“The food was high quality, even at the breakfast buffet, and the service was great.”
youtube.com8:06“Since opening its doors in 1985, this well-established hotel has spent decades mastering the art of exceptional service,…”
youtube.com0:25“this hotel stands out for its prime location in downtown Orlando providing easy access to local attractions such as the…”
youtube.com0:17“the hotel's prime location in downtown Orlando made it convenient to explore the city's attractions and the room was cle…”
youtube.com1:15“the bar/ restaurant downstairs was a highlight offering great food and drinks and the room was impeccably clean and cozy”
youtube.com2:00“the AC seemed to work all the time”
youtube.com7:24“the option for valet parking added a touch of luxury to my stay and the hotel's central location made it easy to explore…”
youtube.com2:08“the staff was is very friendly and helpful so good job to the staff”
youtube.com7:58“The shower was in good condition, and the Crabtree bath products were a nice touch.”
youtube.com4:26“The buses are large and comfortable and much better than the Disney buses we were used to from staying on property.”
youtube.com7:15“Compared to other meals we paid for on this trip, the price at the hotel was quite reasonable.”
youtube.com8:01“Made Market carries travel essentials, toiletries, and Disney souvenirs, so you can pick up anything you might need duri…”
youtube.com9:15“as far as this hotel goes I would rate the bed as a decent quality it wasn't anything super comfortable it wasn't anythi…”
youtube.com7:11“it definitely gets the job done and it's a good price I mean I paid $20 a night for it and I found that to be a good val…”
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Score breakdown
How the 74/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
81Food
90- “the bar/ restaurant downstairs was a highlight offering great food and drinks and the room was impeccably clean and cozy” 82:00
- “Lunch and Dinner: The menu ranges from gourmet salads and artisan sandwiches to more elaborate grilled steaks and fish. It's an excellent choice for those who want a high-quality meal without leaving the hotel.” 17
Location
81- “Whether you are a business traveler, a couple looking for a romantic getaway, or someone who wants to be close to the best stadiums and convention centers, the strategic location in Downtown Orlando makes all the difference.” 17
- “Rooms are your average DoubleTree room, meaning they're comfortable and functional, but also well-sized for families. It's not a luxury hotel, and the best view you'll get is a parking lot, but here's why this hotel stands out: its location.” 120:17
Noise
86Room
78Service
81Bed & Sleep
78- “The Double Tree Suites feature spacious, modern, and welle equipped suites that can comfortably sleep up to six people, making it a great choice for larger families or anyone who just wants extra space.” 43:05
- “The Hilton brand is world-renowned for its beds, and this location is no exception. Premium mattresses, high-thread-count linens, and a selection of pillows ensure a rejuvenating night's sleep-essential for anyone with a busy schedule of theme parks or meetings.” 17
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Where it sits
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Stay value
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Falls short of what $ usually buys
Scores 8 points below the modest median of 82, across 404 hotels in the same bracket. In Orlando it sits 14 points below the local median of 88.
- This hotel
- 74
- Bracket median
- 82
- Index median
- 86
Based on 404 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
No reviewer has yet described a room, floor or aspect specifically enough to act on at this property. Room intelligence appears here the moment they do.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 62 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “the bar/ restaurant downstairs was fantastic and my room was impeccably clean and cozy” On camera81:39
- “Rooms are your average DoubleTree room, meaning they're comfortable and functional, but also well-sized for families. It's not a luxury hotel, and the best view you'll get is a parking lot, but here's why this hotel stands out: its location.” On camera120:17
- “The beds and pillows were comfortable, and there was plenty of closet and drawer space to hold our clothes.” On camera43:32
- “Rooms are your average DoubleTree room, meaning they're comfortable and functional, but also well-sized for families.” On camera120:17
- “Featuring sophisticated colors and high-quality furniture, the rooms offer the perfect balance between business and leisure.” 17
- “Yea my wife and I stayed at a cambria, and its basically what you said, maybe a step down, and business otiented. But everything was fancy and we got upgraded to their best room, ritzy bar, good food, felt hoppin.” 19
- “I stayed in a two queen tower room, it was quite large and would comfortably fit a family of four, or two friends sharing a room.” 13
- “We've stayed at both Hilton and holiday inn...literally a walk away from each other, and although the holiday inn is a tad further we prefer it because they have balconies! We got adjoining balcony rooms for us and our teens and worked out great!” 11
- “I know DT by Hilton isn't considered quite as nice as Hilton proper, but I'm having almost the exact same experience as Choice for well over double the money.” 19
- “room cost about $114 a night which is a great price it's a double bedroom” On camera30:23
- “I must agree that for value, quality, convenience, and proximity it gives you the most bang for your buck of the hotels that I've stayed at which weren't on property.” 1
- “Universal Hotel prices are insane right now” 1
- “The fees are ridiculous. On top of the hotel room rate you are charged per night a $22 resort fee and a $14 self parking fee (Valet $21) plus tax on all. So add that into your nightly cost.” 14
- “Compared to other meals we paid for on this trip, the price at the hotel was quite reasonable.” On camera48:01
- “Made Market carries travel essentials, toiletries, and Disney souvenirs, so you can pick up anything you might need during your stay. The prices are not cheap, unfortunately, but not higher than what you'd pay anywhere on Disney property.” On camera49:15
- “it definitely gets the job done and it's a good price I mean I paid $20 a night for it and I found that to be a good value for sure considering coming out of the Caribbean where it was a lot more expensive or even more expensive down in Miami” On camera38:25
- “For us, the value that this hotel offers far outweighed any disappointment from these two drawbacks.” On camera411:42
- “As far as the food, I love the breakfast buffet, which is not included with your stay, but certain Hilton Elite status holders get a big discount on the buffet, and there are often deals when you book a room rate that includes breakfast.” On camera120:43
- “But yea the breakfast blew me away. $14 for cold breakfast, $25 for hot.” 19
- “I would say overall the breakfast was also really good” On camera38:04
- “And you had a host that you were expected to tip for saying "sit anywhere you want" and "how's the food you got from the buffet," I mean the guy was super nice and hard working and I was happy to tip him like 40%, cuz of all the crap he was taking from the other customers (one guy walked out cuz they wouldn't make him a personalized egg white omelet).” 19
- “Choice also has free breakfast, while had to pay $25 for the same exact thing this morning.” 19
- “According to their website their rooms don't offer a microwave, but if you pay a higher rate items can be brought to the room. $25 for breakfast seems pretty steep.” 19
- “The food was high quality, even at the breakfast buffet, and the service was great.” On camera48:06
- “the bar/ restaurant downstairs was a highlight offering great food and drinks and the room was impeccably clean and cozy” On camera82:00
- “Lunch and Dinner: The menu ranges from gourmet salads and artisan sandwiches to more elaborate grilled steaks and fish. It's an excellent choice for those who want a high-quality meal without leaving the hotel.” 17
- “On-site dining is a strong suit here. The Sixty South restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine in a sophisticated setting.” 17
- “The food itself was the exact same as at choice (though I will admit the quality of the actual cooking at choice free breakfast can vary quite a bit).” 19
- “After a full day of Orlando craziness, a relaxing dinner at Sixty South Restaurant hits the spot.” 16
- “the bar/ restaurant downstairs was fantastic and my room was impeccably clean and cozy” On camera81:39
- “That adds ups quickly. They also charge for breakfast! I'm surprised they don't nickel and dime you more with an attendant at the pool selling swimming tickets, charge for ice and god help you if you want clean towels.” 19
- “the bar/ restaurant downstairs offered delicious food and drinks while while the option of valet parking added a touch of luxury to my stay” On camera81:25
- “Breakfast is served at the main restaurant and follows the high-quality standards of the Hilton brand.” 17
- “Yea my wife and I stayed at a cambria, and its basically what you said, maybe a step down, and business otiented. But everything was fancy and we got upgraded to their best room, ritzy bar, good food, felt hoppin.” 19
- “There are plenty of on-site dining options available at the Doubletree Orlando at SeaWorld. From quick bites, to wonderful table service dining in Laguna you will surely satisfy your taste-buds.” 13
- “The bathroom layout is odd in that the counter and sink are in the bedroom, not bathroom.” 19
- “The bathroom itself was pretty standard, but had everything we needed. including a haird dryer.” On camera44:14
- “The shower was in good condition, and the Crabtree bath products were a nice touch.” On camera44:26
- “Whether you are a business traveler, a couple looking for a romantic getaway, or someone who wants to be close to the best stadiums and convention centers, the strategic location in Downtown Orlando makes all the difference.” 17
- “Rooms are your average DoubleTree room, meaning they're comfortable and functional, but also well-sized for families. It's not a luxury hotel, and the best view you'll get is a parking lot, but here's why this hotel stands out: its location.” On camera120:17
- “The Double Tree Suites by Hilton is a Disney good neighbor hotel, which means you're getting official Disney perks like early park entry to all four Disney parks. It's located right in the Disney Springs area, meaning you're just minutes away from worldclass shopping, dining, and entertainment.” On camera41:24
- “This hotel is so close to SeaWorld you can walk, it took me 10 minutes to get from my room to the front gate. Follow the signs, and you will be flying high on Mako in no time!” 13
- “the option for valet parking added a touch of luxury to my stay and the hotel's central location made it easy to explore nearby parks and attractions” On camera82:08
- “the hotel's prime location in downtown Orlando made it convenient to explore the city's attractions and the room was clean comfortable and well equipped with modern amenities” On camera81:15
- “Resort rooms are clustered together in two-story buildings connected by landscaped walkways, bursting with tropical flowers; while rooms inside the 17-story tower offer great views of downtown Orlando and surrounding parks.” 13
- “The DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown offers easy access to numerous attractions, with a local shuttle service for day room guests. It's an ideal spot for theme park visits, cultural sites, and sporting events.” 9
- “this hotel stands out for its prime location in downtown Orlando providing easy access to local attractions such as the Kia Center and the Dr Phillips Center for the Performing Arts” On camera80:17
- “Less than a 15 minute walk to citywalk and it's super easy. Great amenities at the hotel.” 1
- “I found the food to be good the staff was is very friendly and helpful so good job to the staff” On camera37:57
- “I loved that hotel. It was quiet, clean, and the staff was nice.” 1
- “Since opening its doors in 1985, this well-established hotel has spent decades mastering the art of exceptional service, creating a cozy and reliable atmosphere for both leisure seekers and business travelers alike.” On camera200:25
- “alliecat523 said: We've never had terrible service but definitely pick Bonnet Creek over this location. We've never had terrible service but definitely pick Bonnet Creek over this location. Much better quality.” 14
- “I mean there's a bar, the staff seems a little more seasoned and professional, and the building seems a little better maintained, but I'm paying double just for the room what I could pay for a quality inn, even without my friends and family discount.” 19
- “Hard to rate. Staff friendly. Rooms clean and big enough.” 19
- “the staff was is very friendly and helpful so good job to the staff” On camera37:58
- “The polite and cheerful staff during our breakfast was a trip highlight for our family.” On camera48:11
- “The design causes a huge echo and you can hear everything, every conversation, every child scream. So ask for an outer ring room if you like quite.” 19
- “Half of the hotel faces out to the large pool area which can be so noisy from daylight until after ten. Those facing the pool, all, will never know quite. The design causes a huge echo and you can hear everything, every conversation, every child scream.” 19
- “If you need to work remotely during your trip, the internet infrastructure and coworking spaces are excellent and very quiet.” 17
- “The Double Tree Suites feature spacious, modern, and welle equipped suites that can comfortably sleep up to six people, making it a great choice for larger families or anyone who just wants extra space.” On camera43:05
- “The Hilton brand is world-renowned for its beds, and this location is no exception. Premium mattresses, high-thread-count linens, and a selection of pillows ensure a rejuvenating night's sleep-essential for anyone with a busy schedule of theme parks or meetings.” 17
- “as far as this hotel goes I would rate the bed as a decent quality it wasn't anything super comfortable it wasn't anything super uncomfortable it just got the job done” On camera37:11
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- Noise rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
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- 17DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown Reviewhoteltiporlando.comReview site2026-03-11Current10 quotes used
“Whether you are a business traveler, a couple looking for a romantic getaway, or someone who wants to be close to the best stadiums and convention centers, the strategic location in Downtown Orlando makes all the differe…”
Read originalhoteltiporlando.com - 1Hilton DoubleTree "at Universal entrance"reddit.comForum thread2024-12-17Ageing8 quotes used
“I must agree that for value, quality, convenience, and proximity it gives you the most bang for your buck of the hotels that I've stayed at which weren't on property.”
Read originalreddit.com - 14Hilton Downtown Disney Review | Orlando Hotels and ...disboards.comReview site2012-11-01Ageing3 quotes used
“The guest tend to be heavy convention then Disney tourist at this hotel The rooms do need to be rehabbed.”
Read originaldisboards.com - 6We spent 1 night at the Hilton at DD reviewdisboards.comReview site2002-12-02AgeingRead originaldisboards.com
- 2DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtownmapquest.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalmapquest.com
- 3Orlando Hilton Doubletree Universal Studios Tour & Reviewyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only9 quotes used
“room cost about $114 a night which is a great price it's a double bedroom”
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