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Originally constructed in 1936 with seating for just fewer than 9,000 people, the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium is now home to the annual Capital One Bowl, Champs Sports Bowl, Walt Disney World Florida Classic, and University of Central Florida Football. The stadium, which has undergone several renovations to increase its seating capacity and overall appearance, is now home to several concerts and entertainment that come to the Orlando area. The current stadium can fit up to 70,000 guests, after adding bleachers in the north end zone. The facility is conveniently located near Orlando International Airport, as well as several top area attractions, excellent dining, and exciting entertainment.After a $38-million renovation in 1989, the stadium now offers a handicap-accessible elevator, additional disabled seating, electrical and phone upgrades, and a state-of-the-art playing field. The facility is owned and operated by the city of Orlando, and is part of the Orlando Centroplex. In the past, the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium has played home to the 1994 World Cup Soccer games and the 1996 Olympic Soccer first and second rounds. It has also housed performances for popular bands such as The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, George Michael, Guns 'N Roses, and Billy Joel.
Lodging/Accommodations close by Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
Best Western Orlando West +1-888-389-4121
2014 West Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32804 ~0.91 miles north of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
~16 minute walk - Midscale Suburban property
- 2 floors in hotel
Oakwood at 55 West +1-800-716-8490
55 West Church St., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.29 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
~23 minute walk - Mid-scale hotel
- 32 floors in property
AC Hotel Orlando Downtown +1-800-805-5223
333 South Garland Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.30 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
~23 minute walk - Mid-scale property
- Fitness center on property
Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown - Orlando +1-888-965-1860
304 West Colonial Drv., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.38 miles northeast of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
~24 minute walk - You'll be just steps away from all of the excitement of the city during your stay at the Crowne Plaza Orlando. This urban and chic Orlando hotel is a short 20-minute drive from Orlando Executive Airport and just a few short blocks from the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium, home of the Capital One Bowl and Champs Sports Bowl. Your spacious guest room at the Crowne Plaza Orlando provides you all the amenities you need to feel just at home, with features such as cable and satellite television, CD player, in-room movies, coffee maker, microwave, tea maker, work desk with lamp, and high-speed Internet access.
- Expensive Downtown hotel
- Has environment-friendly policy See more
Grand Bohemian Orlando, Autograph Collection - Orlando +1-888-788-5576
325 South Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.39 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
~25 minute walk - A stay at the Grand Bohemian Orlando, Autograph Collection, Downtown Orlando gives you the ultimate in luxury. This AAA Four-Diamond property is Orlando's landmark luxury property, and puts you within minutes of downtown attractions, including the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium. From the moment you walk into the lobby, surrounded by the Italian mosaic-tiled ceilings and more than 100 original works of art, you'll know your stay will be unforgettable. Your elegant guest room at the Grand Bohemian, Downtown Orlando, is adorned in lush velvet drapes and dark wood, and features luxurious bedding, spacious bath with bathrobe, refreshment center, in-room Starbucks coffee, high-speed Internet access, and a 27-inch television.
- High end Downtown hotel
- Hotel has 9 meeting rooms
- Bartenders attentive
- Almost all guests enjoyed the lobby entrance
Aloft Orlando Downtown : 500 South Orange Ave. +1-888-897-9207
500 South Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.40 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
~25 minute walk - Affordable Downtown property
- 8 floors in property
- Great location
- Stylish Hotel
Towneplace Suites Orlando Downtown +1-888-469-4795
51 Columbia St., Orlando, FL 32806 ~1.58 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium - 3-star Downtown property
- 110 sleeping rooms in hotel
Sonder - Wellborn +1-888-734-9421
211 North Lucerne Cir, Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.58 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium - Nestled among gardens in a quiet area of downtown Orlando, the Courtyard Lake Lucerne promises a charming stay during your time in Florida. Upon arrival at this historic bed and breakfast, you will be greeted with our knowledgeable and friendly staff, as well as a glass of wine. While at the Courtyard Lake Lucerne, each day will be started off right with a complimentary continental breakfast. Your elegant guest room offers you everything you need during your stay, with modern amenities, a fireplace, double whirlpool tub, marble shower, in-room refrigerator, and hardwood floors. The Courtyard Lake Lucerne is located near the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium.
- 3-star Downtown property
- Check-in time: 11:00AM
- Popular among business travelers
- Rooms in need of an update
Embassy Suites Orlando - Downtown - Orlando +1-888-841-5292
191 East Pine St., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.58 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium - Nestled just 10 minutes from Orlando International Airport, the Embassy Suites Hotel, Orlando Downtown is perfectly situated for you to enjoy top area attractions. Here, you'll be just a short drive from Universal Studios Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, Walt Disney World, the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium, and many others. For your convenience, Embassy Suites Hotel, Orlando Downtown, is home to a fitness room and pool, and offers a complimentary made-to-order breakfast each morning, as well as guest coin laundry and a gift shop. Each guest room features a balcony, alarm radio, plush bathrobe, granite countertops, sofa bed, cable television, and work desk with lamp.
- Mid-scale Downtown property
- Hotel has 13 meeting rooms
Courtyard by Marriott Orlando Downtown - Orlando +1-888-878-9982
730 North Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32803 ~1.79 miles northeast of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium - You will be surrounded by all the comforts of home during your stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown. Providing luxurious accommodations in the city of Orlando, the hotel sets the standard for downtown accommodations, with a friendly staff and all of the amenities you could want in a hotel. The Courtyard by Marriott Downtown is just minutes from a wide selection of restaurants, museums, and event venues, including the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium, and provides recreational opportunities within the hotel including a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center.
- 3 star Downtown hotel
- Hotel has 200 rooms
- Friendly atmosphere
- Basic continental breakfast
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando Downtown - Orlando +1-888-675-2083
60 South Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando, FL 32804 ~1.92 miles northeast of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium - Located in the heart of the city's growing cultural district, the Doubletree by Hilton Orlando Downtown is minutes from sporting events, including the Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium, top attractions, and the area's beautiful beaches. Here, not only will you be in the heart of it all, but you can enjoy the hotel's recreational opportunities including an Olympic-size swimming pool or whirlpool when you're not out discovering the city. Your spacious guest room features a cable television with in-room movies, iron with ironing board, wet bar, coffee maker, hairdryer, and high-speed Internet access.
- Four-star Downtown hotel
- 17 conference rooms in property
- Near city centre
- Rooms are ok
The Eo Inn - Downtown : 227 North Eola Dr. +1-800-716-8490
227 North Eola Dr., Orlando, FL 32801 ~1.96 miles east of Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium - Midscale Downtown hotel
- Shuttle to airport available
- Not very comfortable
- Very friendly staff
FAQs about hotels near Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium
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In the last year, a 2 star hotel near Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium can be as cheap as $75.10 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)
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In the last year, the average 3 star hotel near Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium has been $99.64 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)
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In the last year, the average 4 star hotel near Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium has been $135.25 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)