Orlando is a vacation paradise and there is no doubt about it. If you are planning to visit Orlando with your family, you will surely enjoy it, but if you want to make the most of your vacation and also stay within your budget, you need to consider where you will stay. In most places, going on vacation means staying in a hotel, but in Orlando there is another possibility, renting a condo, house or villa. In case you haven’t made your hotel reservation yet, I’d like to point out the advantages of renting a vacation home in the Orlando area.

Let’s start with space. Sure, there are luxury hotels in and around Disney World, but they’re no match for vacation rental homes, especially when it comes to comparing the spaciousness of the accommodations. Instead of cramming your entire family into one, two, or three bedrooms, a vacation home rental gives you an entire condo, home, or villa. Your children will be able to have their own bedrooms and sleep peacefully at home, and you will also be more relaxed in a private bedroom.

Now let’s take a look at comfort. Vacation rental homes are fully furnished homes. You get a fully furnished home, with kitchen appliances and linens, and home entertainment systems including TV, DVD. The houses have air conditioning and sheltered pools. Sure, luxury hotels have pools too, but imagine after a day at the theme parks, having a barbecue and relaxing by your own private pool. You just can’t do better. And on top of that you won’t have to worry about parking because you will have your own private garage.

If you’re thinking you’ll have to sacrifice location to enjoy this combination of space and luxury, then think again. You can rent condos, houses, and villas that are located minutes from Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios, and other Orlando attractions. This type of location gives you great flexibility and convenience. For example, you visit a theme park in the morning, return home at noon, leave in the afternoon, and return to prepare for the night. And remember, when you’re in your own private residence you can come and go as you please without disturbing anyone.

I’m saving the best part for last. You can get all these benefits and save money too. That’s right, if you come with your family, it is usually cheaper to rent a vacation home than to rent a room or rooms in a luxury hotel. A three-bedroom, two-bathroom home starts at $115. Rates go up a bit if you come in peak season, which includes Easter, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. If you plan to visit in high season, it is also advisable to make your reservations well in advance.

So consider all the advantages of choosing an Orlando vacation home rental, and then make your reservations accordingly.