Orlando is a city located about 73 miles (117km) from Florida. A drive from Florida will take you about 90 minutes or less. It is famous for its amusement parks like the Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World® Resort, and Magic Kingdom Park. Let’s not forget SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Studios Florida, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Other well-known attractions include Lake Eola Park, Orlando Science Center, and the SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium. Are you planning a short-term visit to Orlando and you’re looking for a comfortable place to stay? You’ve come to the right article. Read on as we show you the top short-term rentals in Orlando, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 06, 2024.
1. Lovely condo in a gated community (from USD 151)
Are you looking for a place to stay in Orlando? Set in a gated community, this lovely condo unit offers a cozy accommodation good for six guests. It has an open-plan concept with a fully equipped kitchen, a beautiful dining area, a living area with comfy seating and a flat-screen TV. There are two bedrooms in the house, one with a king-size bed and the other has a queen-size bed.
During your stay, you will be provided with access to shares amenities such as the pool, hot tub, barbecue area, and tennis court.
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enjoyed the pool and condo amenitiesworked great!-nice large desk provided an excellent writing spacethankfully the magnetic badge worked from that point on-comfy bedbeds are very comfortableCleanliness:
-soft clean towelsthe apartment was very clean, convenient and comfythe place was clean and the host was friendly and communicated quicklythe property was exactly as describedclean and cozy with everything recently remodeledHost:
keep the good work!the owner reacted promptly to all our questionsthis trip was very last minute, i had a business meeting in east orlando fl and wanted to take advantage of going to universal afterwards with my familyhowever, the complex it sits in is a bit troubling, not exactly family friendlyhe also provided plenty soap, toilet paper, make-up removal napkins, etc for my stay which i was not expecting on a vacation rentaland last but not least , the communication with razvan was effortlessRead more reviewsLocation:
proximity to the parks was greatgreat location, great placethis is just an observation not a criticisma few initial minor issuesthe apartment is spacious and located in a quiet neighborhood, with shops and interstate 4 nearby
Short term rentals near Orlando, Florida
2. Beautiful vacation rental with a playground (from USD 140)
This short-term rental in Orlando features a large community pool where guests can enjoy swimming and sunbathing. It has three bedrooms and four bathrooms and can accommodate seven people comfortably. The place includes a fully equipped kitchen that is open to the dining area. There is also a living area with a large sectional couch and a flat-screen TV for entertainment. Some of the shared amenities that you can access are the game room, playground, movie theater, and fitness center.
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the property was comfortable with most amenities you’d need providedfound a box fan in the twin bedroom and that helpedwith bedrooms on the third floor had to get a box fan for each roommind you a fan was provided in the master bedroom which helped a little bitnice roomy kitchen with plenty of kitchen tools and utensilsCleanliness:
very clean and well maintainedcould be deep cleaned a bit betterproperty was clean and tidynice place clean well maintainedthe townhouse was also clean and spaciousHost:
owner was very responsivethe property manager was very helpful & responsiveowner is easy to communicate withvery friendly owners and responsivewe had a very comfortable stay and the host helped resolve an issue with door access very quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and poolclose to all popular attractionsnice central location to many attractionsvery close to all attractions and the airport - recommend it to anyonethis property is in a great location just minutes away from universal studios and other attractions
3. Luxurious studio with lake views (from USD 107)
Spend a relaxing getaway in this luxurious studio that offers beautiful lake views. This cozy living space includes three beds, one full bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchenette. There is also a living area with a comfy couch and a balcony that overlooks the resort.
During your stay, you will get to enjoy great amenities such as the fitness center and shared pool. You can also rent a kayak or a boat if you want a mini-cruise across the lake in the afternoon.
4. Charming vacation house with a lap pool (from USD 276)
Get that Orlando getaway with this charming vacation house. It has a large living space with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Accommodating up to 10 people, this is an ideal home for big families or groups of friends.
It comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a big dining area, and a cozy living area. There is also an outdoor space with a full-size lap pool and grill where you can enjoy a sunny afternoon swimming and grilling. You can also grab some drinks while waiting for the sun to set.
Top guest reviews
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there was a lovely pool with a fire pit and grill all of which we usednicely updated interior with lots of roomloved the pool and the front screen porchthe beds were all comfortable and the kitchen had everything we neededCleanliness:
the place was super cleanthe house is clean warm and inviting beautifully decorated and just as describedHost:
it was warm and welcoming as were our hostshosts were fantastic to work withowners communicative and close by to help if any issuesRead more reviewsLocation:
location of the house was perfect for usa huge beautiful park is a two minute walksuch a great house such a great locationthe location and house itself was perfect for our needsgreat neighborhood and superb parks
5. Spacious modern house (from USD 116)
You will find yourself in the vicinity of Hiawassee Elementary School. There are two bedrooms and both come with queen-size beds. The common spaces can also sleep two persons so this entire house can accommodate up to six guests. There are two bathrooms that come with dual sinks. Orlando Science Center is about a 20-minute drive away.
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great place clean rooms comfy beds and great communicationvery clean we enjoyedit was very clean and well stockedgreat clean space with beautiful designthe place was great very clean and spaciousHost:
great modern home with a great hostcozy and a great hostmerline was a phenomenal host and here home felt like our homeawesome stay and very friendly host would recommendmerline was a great host and responded in a timely manner to all of our requestsRead more reviewsLocation:
i booked the location for a boudoir photoshoot fantastic location with great natural lightwe had a wonderful stay at merline s placewe felt safe enough to take walks around the area in the late afternoonwe only stayed for one night but it was great merline's place is in a quiet neighborhoodi will definitely book this place againWeekly discount: 10% off
6. Quiet retreat in Dover Shores West (from USD 177)
Need to stay away from the lively city life for a while? This one-bedroom house with a private pool is the perfect place for a quiet retreat. You will get calming lake views of Lake Giles in Dover Shores West. There is one bedroom with a queen-size bed and a bathroom with a bathtub. When the weather is fine, sit under the pergola, sip on a cup of coffee on the deck by the lake, or relax on the hammock. Do note that this rental house is not suitable for children and infants.
Top guest reviews
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the room is a good size with a walk-in closet bath sofa and smart tvhis house is beautiful specially the inside garden with a lake view and the pool areathe bed is incredibly comfortable we got the best night sleep everthe room is so modern and beautifulhis yard is breathtaking the pool was cleaned and sparkly and the view from the lake was incredibleCleanliness:
it was very clean and stylishthis space was very amazing clean in peacefulthe room was super clean and decorated beautifullythe space was clean and had everything we neededclean room and wonderful backyard highly recommendHost:
ernie is a fantastic host and has a wonderful homeernie was such a great host he made us feel at home straight awayhe is a great host and took care of us wonderfullyernie was such a gracious host with so much respect and wonderful hospitalityhighly recommend ernie was such a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great garden in an iconic locationa great place to get away from the park crazinessthe location is a close drive to the parks and so many other fun spotsgreat location and nice outdoor access on the waterthe backyard with the pool and lake are incredible it’s in a great locationWeekly discount: 10% off
7. Garden cottage opposite St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church (from USD 76)
More than 20 guests have given this garden cottage a five star! You will find yourself opposite St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in the area of Fairview Shores if you stay here. There is one bedroom with a queen-size bed and a sitting area right by the windows. There are no steps or stairs to access the property. The front porch makes for an ideal space to spend the morning sipping on coffee or to welcome the evening breeze as the sun sets.
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linda’s oasis is just that- it’s a cozy garden cottage decorated so thoughtfullylinda’s cottage is super cozy and it has everything i needed it and morethe cottage is super clean fully stocked kitchen and countless nice amenitiesCleanliness:
well furnished and exceptionally neat and cleanHost:
host is very friendly and politelinda was so kind to uslinda was an amazing host she responded quickly every time i needed somethingthis is my second stay even better this time linda is a wonderful hostlinda is a fantastic host i highly recommend thanksRead more reviewsLocation:
location is good in a nice quiet neighborhoodgreat proximity to winter park and the theme parkseasy check in convenient location to all of orlandothe little downtown of college park is really cute with restaurants supermarket and coffee shopswe loved this as a base when we ventured to the theme parks and found the location perfectWeekly discount: 5% off
8. Homey one-bedroom apartment in East Central Park (from USD 72)
This homey accommodation is situated very close to the heart of Orlando. There is one bedroom with a queen-size bed, great for solo travellers or couples. You get your own bathroom in the house as well. Feel free to access the kitchen equipped with a microwave, stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Should you decide to drive, there are street parking lots available. Colonial Plaza Mall is a short walk away from the property.
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the full kitchen was nice even though i didn't need to use it to its full capacitythe kitchen was so nice and allowed us to eat in some of the timeplenty of space kitchen was perfect and kitty was as so very sweeti was given tour of her beautiful home the kitchen bathroom and my private roomthe living room dining room are spacious nice updated kitchen small bathroom bedroom was very comfortableCleanliness:
very clean with a lot of privacyextremely clean and spacious for two peoplethe place was so cleanthe house was very clean and spaciousit is very clean and the kitchen is nicely remodeledHost:
what a great host and spaceshe was really easy to chat to and very friendlyour host jo-anne was very kind accommodating and eager to helpshe is so incredibly friendly and hospitablethanks for being a great host jo-anne my 4 weeks at your accommodations were very relaxingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatgreat location and nice areathe location is perfect toolocation- the neighborhood is very safe and quietit was the perfect location for our travel needsWeekly discount: 10% off
9. Two-bedroom apartment near Universal Studios (from USD 128)
This apartment is situated near Universal Studios. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms. One bedroom comes with a queen-size bed while the other has two single beds. This accommodation sleeps up to six guests. The kitchen is fully equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and coffee machine. Feel free to access the shared swimming pools, gym, and tennis court. The laundry room is located on the third and fourth floor. Universal Studios Florida is a mere five-minute drive away!
Top guest reviews
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we had everything we needed in the apartment and the balcony was nicegood kitchen with a massive fridge cooker toaster kettle and coffee makervery clean with really comfortable beds and amazing views from the balconythe beds were also really comfortable and the condo was the perfect size for three peopleall the mattresses were extremely comfortable and very clean locationCleanliness:
the place smelled clean upon arrivalsmall but clean and nicespotlessly clean and exactly as describedvery clean and comfortablegreat place clean and niceHost:
host is amazing with very quick responsesthe host is very nice and always replied message sooneveryone was very friendlygabriel was a great host really quick to respond to any questions i hadgabriel was very responsive and a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat place close to everythingthe location is great only 8-10minutes drive to universal studioclose walk to restaurants and entertainmentgood location with lots of restaurants and attractions close byDiscount: 19% off
10. Studio apartment near Clear Lake
This newly-renovated studio apartment is two blocks from the Camping World Stadium and a short walk to George Barker Park. There is one queen-size bed that’s suitable for solo travellers or couples. You get your own sheltered outdoor patio space on days when you want to dine outdoors. This studio is part of a house but you get your own private entrance, parking space, and bathroom.
Orlando, Florida, United States
15.37 km (9.6 mi) from South Econ Community ParkAccommodates: 2
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the iron was the size of my hand not suitable to iron adult clothesclean great air conditioning comfy bed and tons of good movies to watch on tvbed was super comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and modern spaceamazing place clean and cozyclean studio apt in orlandoit was sparkling clean and we immediately felt comfortablethe room is cleanHost:
john is an amazing hosthe was such a awesome hostthey are responsive and nice peoplethe owner had great communicationthe host was great at answering right away & making sure i had everything i neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to get aroundvery cute cozy and close to downtownlocation wasn’t the bestthe location is good and quietgreat location minutes away from all the major sites
11. Guest suite along Curry Ford Road
You will get your own private entrance to the guest suite with a bathroom. It comes with a double bed and a working desk. From the suite, you can directly access the pool area as well. Feel free to use the outdoor kitchen and lanai area. You will be situated along Curry Ford Road, about a 13-minute drive from Orlando Executive Airport. This accommodation is not suitable for children and infants.
Orlando, Florida, United States
1.66 km (1.1 mi) from South Econ Community ParkTop guest reviews
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the room and amenities are fantastic for the priceproperty also has a nice pool area with fireplace and grillthe patio/pool area was amazing and where we spent most of our timethe pool was nice and their grill is on point and the neighborhood is so quietthe bed was like sleeping on a cloud and the shower has some amazing water pressureCleanliness:
very clean and organizedsuper clean and cozybeautiful clean luxurious and privatethe space was very clean and the shower pressure was amazingheartily welcoming perfect clean spaceHost:
cynthia are wonderful hoststhey were great hosts toothe host were top quality like their homehosts are very friendly and make you feel well at homegreat little oasis with great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
only 15 mins to the airport so a nice location and neighborhoodeasy access from airport and close to great food and funlocation was great as it was only 10 minutes from airport with walmart 3 minutes awayvery good place and love the locationgreat location and price for this beautiful place
12. One-bedroom flat in the vicinity of Lake Eola Heights
You will be situated in the neighbourhood of Lake Eola Heights. There is one-bedroom with a queen-size bed that fits two persons. If you’re travelling with more than two, the third guest can hit the sack on the sofa bed in the living room. Enjoy contact-free check-in and 24/7 virtual support by the Sonder team. Coffee, fresh towels, and bathroom essentials are provided during your stay.
Orlando, Florida, United States
13.47 km (8.4 mi) from South Econ Community ParkTop guest reviews
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we were unfortunately only 2 nights but enjoyed the apartment very muchRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s a great location for a cute get awayamazing location made the stay wellthe apartment has a great locationexcellent location next to a quiet yet vibrant part of townsparkling clean good location 10/10
13. Condominium with lake views
There is only one bedroom with a queen-size bed in this condominium at Florida Center North. You get a brightly lit living space with a kitchenette that has bar-top tables. Enjoy lake views by the balcony! You can also access the community pool in the complex. Do take note that the apartment is located on the third floor and there is no elevator. The Holy Land Experience is a short drive away.
Orlando, Florida, United States
17.84 km (11.1 mi) from South Econ Community ParkAccommodates: 2
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a relieve compared to the regular hotel roomthe only thing you should care about is fur in the living roomsuper cute apt with a balcony and a poolthe apt was up to date so we loved itmy favorite part of the apartment was the sparkling clean bathroom and beautiful view from the balconyCleanliness:
great clean and comfortable apartmentspace was very cleanplace was very clean and tidythe apartmen inside it so clean and beautifulit was clean and the shower was amazingHost:
ana was a great host quick with responses and kindthe hosts are responsive and helpfulcommunication throughout was swift and helpfulthe shower is amazing ana and tom were communicative during our stay as wellRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect close to everythinggreat convenient location and spacethe location of this place is greatthe condo is beautiful perfect location to go back and forth to universalplace a great location for going to universal studios
14. Lovely cottage by Starke Lake
It’s a dream come true to stay right by the lake with awesome views to take in during the day and in the evening. The entire house has one bedroom and one bathroom. There is also a baby cot for families travelling with babies. The driveway, lakeshore, backyard, and dock are shared with the host and other guests living in the main house. It is recommended that you drive to the property in order to easily access the rental. Do also note that there is an early check-out time at 10 am, and late check-in time at 4 pm.
Orlando, Florida, United States
28.41 km (17.7 mi) from South Econ Community ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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the view was amazing with all kinds of wildlife easily spotted from the living room and the deckfor those who care the wireless connection was quite good as well as the antenna tvlove seeing turtles swim past the living roomthe cottage is very clean & comfortable - these folks have thought of everythingthey have antenna and use smart tv for the other functionsCleanliness:
cottage was very clean and comfortableit was clean and comfortable and very nicely decoratedthe cottage is clean and well equipped for 1 - 3 peoplevery clean and the hosts were very greatbeautiful clean relaxing place with a caring responsive easy-going and accommodating hostHost:
the visitors guide that they provided was extremely helpful in locating local placesaaron was so responsive to all questions with great tips about the areathe hosts were friendly responded quickly to emails and available if you needed anythingcheryl's husband aaron was so helpful in anything that we neededcheryl's husband aaron was super helpful to us and we hope to returnRead more reviewsLocation:
very relaxing locationit is a great location and quietgreat place to stay close to downtown winter gardenconveniently located to theme parks and the lovely city of winter gardenquiet a great place to get away and unwind
Enjoy your stay in Orlando
For us, living by the lake seems to be a good idea as we tune out from the hustle and bustle of the city life. If you share the same opinion, then you should book yourself a quiet retreat in Dover Shores West. You can also consider the condominium with lake views in Florida Center North or the lovely cottage by Starke Lake. For those who want to be close to the attractions, the two-bedroom apartment in Sand Lake seems like a great choice, being just a five-minute drive away from Universal Studios Florida. No matter where you choose, we hope you will enjoy your stay in Orlando, Florida. Have a safe trip!
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