Gay friendly hotels in Orlando
Orlando is unusual because the best hotel location depends less on the gay nightlife and more on what you’re actually visiting for. Stay around the major theme park resorts if Disney or Universal is the priority, or choose Downtown Orlando for a more local city experience and easier access to bars and restaurants. LGBTQ+ nightlife is relatively spread out, so expect to use a car or rideshare. GayMapper’s recommended gay-friendly hotels cover resort stays, great-value options and more luxurious escapes for when the theme parks have finally defeated you.
GayMapper Hotel Recommendations
4* Hilton GV Tuscany Village
Great Value
4* Universal's Hard Rock Hotel
GayMapper Favourite, Luxury
3* Hampton Inn & Suites UCF
Great Value
4* Loews Portofino Bay
Luxury
4* Wyndham Orlando I-Drive
Great Value
4* Hilton Orlando
Luxury
4* Sheraton Vistana Villas
Great Value
4* Grand Bohemian Hotel
Luxury, City Centre
4* Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Luxury
Orlando Gay Scene
A thriving nightlife scene is central to Orlando's LGBTQ+ community, providing a safe space and a sense of togetherness. While the city doesn't have a specific gay neighbourhood, queer focussed bars and clubs are scattered around, away from the theme parks but just as lively. Each offers a unique experience to all members of the community, and most places are mixed, so allies are welcome as well as a loyal crowd of queer regulars. Thanks to a full calendar of queer events and some super camp locals, the nightlife scene here is always buzzing!
























