Extended Stay America Suites - Orlando - Lake Buena Vista
FL 32836, Orlando, 8100 Palm Parkway
Within 10 minutes' drive of Walt Disney World,... read more
USD 124
If you are looking to participate in outdoor fun, start planning for the upcoming Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in Florida.
The location enjoys a good climate, amazing sights and delicious dishes that you will love. There is also lots of fun, games and exploration to be done as you witness people taking part in endurance campaigns.
If you are also a good jogger, you could also sign up for one of the courses that fit your fitness level. There are several amazing sights and activities to engage in throughout the entire weekend.
Let’s take a look at some of the places you can stay over the weekend.
When : 3 – 7 January 2024
Location: in the Walt Disney World Resort (Epcot area)
Complimentary transportation to and from Disney Parks
Location: inside the Walt Disney World® Resort
Free Shuttle Service, Popular Hotel
Location: Lake Buena Vista
Popular Hotel/Resort, Good Value
Location: Lake Buena Vista
Daily Disney Theme Park shuttle service, Good Value
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FL 32836, Orlando, 8100 Palm Parkway
Within 10 minutes' drive of Walt Disney World,... read more
USD 124
FL 32821, Orlando, 8623 Vineland Avenue
This Lake Buena Vista hotel is located 1.6... read more
USD 189
FL 32821, Orlando, 8601 Vineland Avenue
This all-suite hotel in Lake Buena Vista is... read more
USD 199
FL 32830, Orlando, 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Situated in the Walt Disney World Resort, this... read more
USD 290
FL 34746, Orlando, 6200 Safari Trail
Parkway International features family-friendly amenities along with spacious... read more
USD 243
FL 32821, Orlando, 8203 World Center Drive
This hotel is an all-suite property 3 minutes'... read more
USD 249
FL 32821, Orlando, 8101 World Center Drive
The tropical-style Caribe Royale Orlando resort offers an... read more
USD 311
FL 34746, Orlando, 5711 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
Located 10 minutes' drive from Walt Disney World,... read more
USD 148
FL 34747, Orlando, 3000 Maingate Lane
The Main Gate of Walt Disney World is... read more
USD 159
FL 32821, Orlando, 13875 State Road 535
Nestled in a picturesque setting on the shores... read more
USD 281
34746 FL, Orlando, 5876 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
Staybridge Suites - Orlando Royale Parc Suites is... read more
USD 229
FL 32830, Orlando, 1850 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
This Lake Buena Vista hotel is in the... read more
USD 229
FL 34747, Orlando, 225 Celebration Place
Meliá Orlando is a full-service Walt Disney World... read more
USD 198
FL 32821, Orlando, 8317 Lake Bryan Beach Boulevard
Located just 5 minutes' drive from Walt Disney... read more
USD 281
FL 32836, Orlando, 12118 Turtle Cay Circle
This Orlando property is within a 15-minute drive... read more
USD 329
FL 32836, Orlando, 12191 South Apopka Vineland Road
This hotel is a 2 minutes' drive from... read more
USD 189
FL 32836, Orlando, 12205 S. Apopka - Vineland Road
Located 10 minutes' drive from central Walt Disney... read more
USD 299
FL 32821, Orlando, 8849 WorldQuest Boulevard
This all-suites resort, situated in Orlando/Lake Buena Vista,... read more
USD 179
FL 32821, Orlando, 8615 Vineland Avenue
This hotel in Lake Buena Vista is only... read more
USD 189
FL 32821, Orlando, 8701 World Center Drive
This Central Florida Marriott Orlando World Center offers... read more
USD 249
FL 32836, Orlando, 8501 Palm Parkway
This completely non-smoking hotel in Lake Buena Vista,... read more
USD 299
32836 FL, Orlando, 8686 Palm Parkway
This completely non-smoking hotel is located 1 km... read more
USD 215
FL 32821, Orlando, 13351 State Road 535
Offering spacious family-friendly accommodations furnished with flat-screen cable... read more
USD 189
32836, Orlando, 8751 Suiteside Drive
This Florida hotel is a 4 minutes' drive... read more
USD 220
FL 32830, Orlando, 1805 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
This Lake Buena Vista hotel is located inside... read more
USD 209
FL 32821, Orlando, 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
This Orlando hotel is located on a 482-acre... read more
USD 715
FL 32821, Orlando, 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
Located adjacent to Walt Disney World Resort, this... read more
USD 324
FL 32830, Orlando, 14651 Chelonia Parkway
Nestled on 500 acres of lush tropical landscapes,... read more
USD 230
FL 34747, Orlando, 3011 Maingate Lane
Located off Highway 192, this Kissimmee, Florida resort... read more
USD 146
FL 32836, Orlando, 8651 Treasure Cay Lane
The resort has a year-round outdoor pool and... read more
USD 338
FL 32830, Orlando, 1850 B Hotel Plaza Boulevard
This Lake Buena Vista hotel is in the... read more
USD 167
32836, Orlando, 8040 Palm Parkway
Spring Hill Suites by Marriott Orlando Lake Bunea... read more
USD 319
32836, Orlando, 11409 Marbella Palms Court
Featuring 3-star accommodation, Holiday Inn Express & Suites... read more
USD 239
32821, Orlando, 14900 Chelonia Parkway
Situated in Orlando, 7.8 km from Disney Springs,... read more
USD 469
32836, Orlando, 7950 Palm Parkway
Situated in Orlando, 4.7 km from Disney Springs,... read more
USD 289
32830 FL, Orlando, 1255 Epcot Resorts Boulevard
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve features free bikes,... read more
USD 659
There are several good hotels near the location of the Disney World Marathon Weekend. You can go to the Walt Disney hotels around Epcot. Epcot is the starting and finishing point of the race. Besides, the hotels close to the park give you several transport choices to the marathon location. There are also lots of cuisine choices to entice your taste buds during the weekend.
Another option is to stay within Disney World. All Disney World hotel hotels provide transport to the expo and all races. Therefore, you will not have to worry about it. They also offer 4 to 5-star service, enabling you to enjoy the best of the amazing park. However, the accommodation prices are high during the event and you may lack a room if you book late. Therefore, if you wish to stay on site, consider booking accommodation well in advance.
If you are working on a low budget, you may consider staying off property at one of the hotels. While less convenient than staying in Disney World, you get a good bargain. Some hotels offer a shuttle service to the race. A great area to stay off property is Disney Springs and Lake Buena Vista. These two places are near the park, have good views of the area, many hotels have shuttle services, and you will get good accommodation at pocket-friendly prices.
One of the main benefits of staying on site is that you get to the start of the marathon each morning. Each resort charters a bus to the venue for guests to witness the start of different marathons. Monorail resorts will also have buses to the marathon start point for the convenience of their guests.
The Walt Disney World Dolphin is a resort located close to Epcot. It is also close to nearby attractions such as Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the Boardwalk. It is a vintage point to explore the entire complex. Guests here get a complimentary shuttle service to all the parks. You will also enjoy a five-star accommodation package and dine in an array of restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. There is also a spa and a grotto-style pool to cool off after a day of running.
Located in the Disney Springs area, this IHG hotel offers the best of amazing sights and quality service. All guests staying at the hotel have access to the Early Theme Park Entry, a 30-minute early entry. The property is located inside the Walt Disney World® Resort, this means that you will get to the start of the marathon easy. Some of the amenities that you enjoy at the hotel include secure parking, a fitness centre to prepare for your race, a pool and an array of hotels that serve quality meals from around the globe.
This Disney Springs resort offers a relaxing, green landscape against the backdrop of Walt Disney World. It has extensive leisure facilities, spacious outdoor spaces and several restaurants where you can enjoy dishes from different parts of the world. Guests at the hotel enjoy various amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a relaxing outdoor pool, a bar, a wide choice of restaurants and a free shuttle to all the nearby Disney parks. It also has well-furnished rooms for a relaxing stay at the location.
The Caribe Royale Orlando, located on World Center Drive Lake Buena Vista, is a perfect escape resort while you enjoy the marathon weekend. It offers an excellent mix of outdoor activities and high-quality accommodation. The location of the resort enables you to explore much of the Walt Disney theme parks with ease and retreat to a private suite after a hard day’s work. It has a wide variety of accommodation services, several restaurants, an expansive outdoor pool and landscape, all which provide lots of activities for the whole family. The resort also offers a free shuttle service.
Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort is an award-winning hotel that offers a mix of spectacular amenities and luxurious accommodation. It is also a few minutes away from Walt Disney World. It is surrounded by greenery and has an amazing outdoor space and pool for the guests to enjoy their time. Some of the amenities available at the resort include pet-friendly accommodation, onsite parking, free Wi-Fi and mobile check-in service. Guests also get a free shuttle to the Disney theme parks.
The marathon and the half marathon races start at the Epcot Centre Drive, which is located near Spaceship Earth. Epcot is one of the famous theme parks within the Disney World complex and an amazing location for sights and fantasies. The finish line is set at the Epcot parking area. This area is expansive enough to accommodate the thousands that come to watch the race.
The Walt Disney World® Marathon 2023 course will go through all four theme parks in the complex, including Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Marathoners and spectators will get a chance to experience the fantasy world throughout the competition.
The Walt Disney World Marathon is an annual event held each January at Orlando, Florida. It is organised by runDisney, a division of Walt Disney that runs the sports enterprise. This race has been held each year since 1994.
There are several races that are held at the location, including a full marathon, half marathon, 5k and 10k races. There are also several challenges involving one or several of these races. The running course has been redesigned several times since the race was incorporated. The marathoners pass through the famous Disney Blizzard Beach Water Park.
One of the major endurance events of the marathon weekend is the Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge. Marathoners complete a half marathon on Saturday and a full marathon on Sunday, which makes a combined 39.3 miles in just two days. There is also the Dopey Challenge and the Disney World 10K, where marathoners complete all four races.
For those who love some fun, there is a Castaway Cay Challenge where participants take part in any marathon at the weekend and board the Disney Dream Cruise on the following Monday for some fun at Castaway Cay, a private island in the Bahamas.