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Dining, Shopping and Accommodations

Over the last decade West Orange County has blossomed into a gastronomic haven, featuring every kind of restaurant from high-end seafood and steaks to local taverns, to Greek and Cuban eateries where locals can feast. Whether you enjoy national chains, local eateries, grabbing a meal to go or leisurely dining al fresco at an intimate café, you will find it in West Orange County.

Not only has West Orange County had a boom with restaurants, but local shopping choices have also multiplied. Local malls have made West Orange County a distinctive shopping destination. Here you will find the finest high-end retail shops, as well as some of the best discount stores, all right in our own backyard. Winter Garden Village at Fowler Groves is a 1.15 million-square-foot, open-air shopping center and is located at the northeast quadrant of CR535. Located in MetroWest is Veranda Park, which blends residential living along with luxury office and retail space. The West Oaks Mall, in Ocoee is where visitors can shop at over 120 stores inside a comfortable air-conditioned space.

While vacationing in West Orange County, visitors will find several choices for accommodations while keeping close to family and friends. Here you will find everything from luxury hotels to family-friendly hotels, and everything in between, to fit every price range. With the rapid growth in our communities, locals and visitors will find all of their accommodation needs right here in West Orange.

The Best Western Turnpike West has its roots in West Orange County, dating back to 1972. In late 2008 the guest rooms were renovated to have a “European” spa-like feel with warmer tones, sconce lighting, inviting workspaces, new sleek lines, plush bedding and luxurious bathrooms. Guests can enjoy the Olympic-size swimming pool and outdoor heated spa. The lobby and guest rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, coffee service and the USA Today® newspaper. Adjoining the lobby is the Coconut Grove Lounge.

Red Roof Inn Orlando West, constructed in 2001, features 83 beautifully appointed guest rooms. In 2008 the hotel earned the coveted “Franchise Hotel of the Year” honor, awarded by the Red Roof Inn chain. Enjoy the lobby coffee/cappuccino bar with complimentary Wi-Fi service. The inn has high-speed Internet access in each room, as well as an iron and ironing board and hair dryer. The refreshing pool is ideal after a long day in the Florida sun.

Courtyard by Marriott, constructed in 2004, has all of the amenities you have come to expect from a Marriott. In 2008, Courtyard launched its new campaign to redesign and reinvent the brand. “It’s a Whole New Stay”® creates a new feel. Guests will feel welcome with a much friendlier staff, open-air concept, warm and inviting work spaces and a new breakfast concept. The Courtyard Orlando-Ocoee has consistently won regional and national service awards from Marriott International, Inc., including the prestigious “Chairman’s Award” for achieving the highest guest satisfaction in North America. A beautiful pool, spa and gazebo lend itself well to a lush tropical backdrop with a soothing fountain for serenity in the middle of our hometown.

Minutes away from Orlando International Airport and the area’s most popular theme parks and attractions, is the Rosen Centre, which features 1,334 deluxe guest rooms. Rosen Centre is a multi-award-winning hotel that offers 106,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting space, which includes a 35,000-square-foot grand ballroom. Amenities include a full-service concierge desk and high-speed Internet access in all guestrooms. Guests of Rosen Centre enjoy six restaurants and lounges, a newly renovated fitness center featuring state-of-the-art equipment, a heated tropical pool, a day spa and lighted tennis courts.

Marvel at the magic of West Orange County and take in the fun while retaining a sense of sophistication at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. This exceptional Orlando, Florida, hotel offers families a stylish way to indulge in the playful offerings in our area. Inspired architecturally by the grand palazzos of Italy, The Ritz-Carlton hotel in Orlando features; 584 well-appointed guest rooms, including 56 Club Level rooms, 62 Executive Suites and two Presidential Suites. Guest rooms feature a five-foot private balcony with panoramic views of the lakes, pool and gardens. Enjoy easy access to world-famous, family-friendly attractions such as Walt Disney World (10 miles), SeaWorld, Discovery Cove and Aquatica (two miles). Complimentary transportation to SeaWorld, Aquatica, Universal Orlando and Wet ‘n Wild requires advance reservations through the concierge. The hotel lies in close proximity to Orlando International Airport (10 miles).