By Dawn Henthorn
Florida Travel Expert, about.com
Visitors to LEGOLAND Florida can now immerse themselves in the creative world of LEGOS at the adjacent LEGOLAND Hotel, located just steps from the main entrance to the theme park. The five-story, 152-room hotel is situated on historic Lake Eloise with some rooms enjoying lake or theme park views.
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The
colorful and highly themed hotel is sure to bring children’s
imaginations to life from the time they are greeted by a LEGO dragon at
the spectacular entrance that leads to themed play areas, a family pool
that overlooks Lake Eloise, lounge, family restaurant, LEGO models and
interactive features throughout.
As parents check in at the reception desk in the lobby, children
are sure to notice the entire wall of more than 5,000 LEGO mini figures.
And, on their way to their themed room, everyone will be amazed at the
disco elevator that features pulsating lights, music “lava” tiles,
rotating mirror ball and sound effects that announce the arrival on each
floor.
[post_ads]The Castle Play area, based on the LEGO Kingdom and Pirates lines,
features a pirate ship and an interactive castle surrounded by a
LEGO-filled moat. Young guests can pull on a handle to enter the castle
and walk the interactive LEGO ogre.
The LEGO Club Room offers a Character Meet & Greet, building areas, LEGO Club magazines and videos.
Rooms
Parents
and kids can choose from four different themed rooms – Pirate,
Adventure, Kingdom or Friends – and between either “themed” or “premium
themed.” Premium themed rooms include additional LEGO models and themed
wall décor; and, of course, are more expensive. In fact, they start at
$895.00 per night through $2895.00, based on the number of guests.
Considering there are at least eight LEGO models in every themed room,
children shouldn’t be disappointed if you don’t spend the extra money.
Standard and highly-themed
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Every room includes a treasure
chest that young guests can unlock once they complete a special treasure
hunt activity. All children’s sleeping areas include a bunk with a
trundle bed. Keeping the kid-friendly focus, additional features include
peep holes at a lower level and LEGO bricks in each room for children
to create their own masterpieces.
Adults will be happy to know that room service is available and
each room includes free Wi-Fi. Additionally, all rooms include a king
bed in the adult sleeping area, two high-definition flat panel
televisions, mini-fridge and coffee maker.
Restaurants
Bricks Family Restaurant features a buffet station designed specifically at a height kids can reach and includes healthy food options.
Skyline Lounge features humorous scenes within a LEGO skyline that was designed by LEGOLAND’s master builders.
Details
A
stay at LEGOLAND Hotel is a bit pricey; but, of course, you're paying
for convenience to the theme park with special early morning access and
the entire experience of staying and playing amid LEGO-themed settings.
Rates begin at about $379 per night, plus the additional $20 per night
resort fee and the 12% applicable tax can translate into nearly $450.00
per night total. The resort fee pays for self parking, Wi-Fi access,
local calls, pool towels and nightly children's entertainment. Valet
parking is available for an additional $20 per night.
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LEGOLAND Hotel
is located at One Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL 33884. For additional
information call 877-350-5346. Reservations are available at www.LEGOLANDHotel.com or by calling 1-877-LEGOLAND (534-6526).
When
booking, ask about special packages that include theme park admission
along with your stay. Annual pass holders receive a 10% discount on
hotel stays.
