What are the Gay Friendly Hotels in Orlando?
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Orlando has plenty of gay-friendly hotel options near the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods of Thornton Park, Mills 50, and Church Street.
Thornton Park & Lake Eola
- The Delaney Hotel (1315 S Orange Ave) — Boutique hotel in the SoDo district just south of downtown. Popular with LGBTQ+ visitors for its intimate atmosphere
- Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando (325 S Orange Ave) — Luxury Marriott Autograph Collection hotel downtown that hosts LGBTQ+ events and art exhibitions. A 10-minute walk to Thornton Park
Downtown Orlando
- Aloft Orlando Downtown (500 S Orange Ave) — Modern, design-forward Marriott hotel within walking distance of Thornton Park and Church Street LGBTQ+ venues
- AC Hotel by Marriott Orlando Downtown (296 S Orange Ave) — Boutique property on Orange Avenue, steps from Church Street gay bars
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown (191 E Pine St) — Full-service hotel central to both Church Street and Thornton Park
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown (495 S Orange Ave) — Budget-friendly extended-stay option walkable to LGBTQ+ venues
Tips for Visitors
- Stay downtown or in Thornton Park for the best access to LGBTQ+ nightlife and the Lake Eola Pride festival
- During Gay Days (June) and Pride (October), book early — hotels near downtown and the theme parks fill up fast
- Visit Orlando actively markets to LGBTQ+ travelers and publishes a dedicated gay travel guide
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