NO ELEVATORS, you must carry all of your luggage up the stairs which is not mentioned on their website.

Decor is a little dated and no elevator to floors 2/3 are the only negatives.

We were on the third floor and there is no elevator, so bringing luggage up and down was difficult.

The only bad thing about this hotel is there is no elevators and you have to pay for parking

Upon arrival we were told that they do not have any elevators at all.

There are no elevators, so we chose to only walk up the one flight (wouldnt want to be on the top floor if you have a lot of luggage!).

The only thing that could have made my stay easier was if I had noticed that the property DOES NOT have an elevator.

There are no lifts and pathways are narrow which could be an issue for anyone with mobility issues and pushchairs.

As other reviews have pointed out there is no elevator
but this did not affect us as we requested ground floor suite for my parents.

There is no elevator to navigate to floor 2 or 3.

When you book take note there are three floors and NO elevator.

We were on the 3rd floor and there are no elevators,

How did I miss seeing that there are no elevators?

There are no elevators and the rooms all have exterior entrances.

although they advertise free breakfast, when you check in, they tell you it is a grab and go consisting of a bag of granola bars and muffins.

I know COVID impacted the free breakfast amenity

The free breakfast was amazing and offered a wide variety.

Included breakfast was excellent with something for everyone.

The complimentary breakfast is served later than most hotels, 7-10:30 am, and offers a good variety of food.

We spent 2 weeks at the Staybridge Suites as a family of 8, occupying 2 x two bedroom suites

The suites are spacious and comfortable, and an ideal location for exploring Disney (10 mins away) or other nearby attractions 

Facilities are excellent, with free breakfast each morning, offering a good selection of hot and cold options.

When you consider the free breakfast (eggs, sausage, bagels, waffles, toast, coffee, soft drinks) and the happy hour that they offered (free beer, wine, snacks) it is an incredible value.

There's ample parking, a complimentary breakfast, outdoor seating and pool area and a nifty social hour Monday to Wednesdays.

It is very well maintained, the staff is pleasant and accessible, and the complimentary breakfast is good as well as helpful if you want to save a few dollars.

Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the free breakfast and social hour.

Breakfast is included and there are plenty of choices

Within walking distance of grocery store and many restaurants-even a Wawa.

Luckily we had one store nearby where we got Indian groceries.

It’s in a great area with lots of stuff available around, like grocery stores and Tesla chargers.

You are able to walk to several restaurants, pharmacy and grocery store.

Walking distance of a few shops for necessary groceries , a pharmacy and plenty restaurants all within 10 minute walk.

The resort is very close to the entrance of Disney Springs and is in walking distance to eateries, gift shops, and a grocery store.

There are several restaurants that are within walking distance, as well as convenience and grocery stores.

There is a grocery store across the street for anything you would need during your stay.

Convenient to so many restaurants (we love Sweet Tomatoes) and next door to a grocery store, across the street from Walgreen's.

There is also a grocery store and a Walgreens just across the street.

There are plenty of grocery, food and shopping options in the immediate area, and of course, the theme parks are just a short drive away.

There’s a grocery store, WaWa convenience store, and many restaurants (Italian, Mexican, Chinese/Japanese, American).

The location was excellent for us - not too far from any of the parks and close to a number of restaurants and a grocery store.

The location was conveniently located for all of the area theme parks, had two grocery stores within a mile of the property (Winn Dixie has better prices.

The drive to Disney was quick and easy, with lots of nearby restaurants and a grocery store next door.

Lots of places within walking distance such as grocery store, liquor store and  restaurants.

It was close to all the attractions and the grocery store.

We stocked up the kitchen area with groceries from the store down the street and it was just like being at home.

Walmart and Target within 15 minutes, grocery stores even closer, and Walgreens across the street.

Close to grocery stores, fast food and nice restaurants.

There is a grocery store, Walgreens, and restaurants very close by.

24 hour grocery store right across the two-lane, and restaurants and shopping across from the entrance.

As well as the pool and extensive seating in the internal courtyard, there is also a coin operated laundry, if you are on a road trip, or intending an extended stay.

but since we were on our way to New York I decided to not ruin my road trip so decided to write a review instead.

I have never in my life smelt anything like this before.. and it’s in them all ..!

Would stay again if the smell of the rooms was sorted!

The room smells like mold, worse than most Florida hotels.

but all the days after that - they must have sprayed something to get rid of the musty smell.

The resort constantly smells like weed, people are always smoking it in the smoking area, courtyard, and stairwells.

but the moment we got in the room we had itchy throat and heavy breathing problems, to the point we had to use nasal sprays.

The front desk and lobby area is not impressive at all it looks more like a nasty convenience store, with one person serving guests so the wait time at 10 pm was quite long.

There is a strange smell inside the room and on the beds.

But when we got to our first room the sinks were clogged there were fleas on the nightstand and a musty smell .. after complaining we were put in another room with blood stained sheets and roachs be very careful people live in complex and move in with pets ….

but I think the outside access also lent to a slight musty smell from the carpet in our room.

Foyer smelled musty when we checked in and I thought ‘ah no.

I want to first say that the negative reviews that mention out dated, mold, dingy, etc.

however have a suggestion - move the customer BBQ grill away from the smoking section, I don't want to grill my food whilst people are smoking next to it!!

When I got there I noticed dried up poop that ran down the toilet bowl.

We opened the door and were greeted by the smell of cleaning products- not harsh over powering chemicals,

That being said, the furniture needed a major update, cleaning was spotty, and the bathroom had some pretty bad mold.

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Three free alcoholic drinks per person (21+) were offered each evening during dinner, as well.

they give out FREE food and drinks each day, the pool was nice and cool and hot tub was steaming hot.

They offer Breakfast and free food and drinks at night ,We are very pleased.

We were surprised to learn about included evening meals and drinks; evening meals were better than expected in that they were labeled snack

Adults are given a free beverage card which allows you to have 3 alcoholic drinks PER NIGHT between 5:30 and 7.

The meals and drinks alone saved us easily $100 a day.

After an exhausting day in traffic we were under the impression that drinks and food( we thought appetizers) would be a wonderful way to relax before going out for dinner.

Can’t beat the free breakfast and the kickoff plus the free drinks and free alcoholic drinks!

but wow, the evening snacks/dinning is also free and comes with 3 free alcoholic drinks!!!!

The associate said that we had 30 minutes left for the free drinks and meal.

Free breakfast, snack (actually a dinner), alcoholic drinks.

The evening reception was very nice after a long drive the adults were able to get three alcohol drinks, wine, beer, margarita etc… the dinner was good with a wide variety such as hotdogs baked potatoes, salade etc… they had a popcorn machine for kids also.

We enjoyed warm greetings from staff, daily maid service (rare these days), prompt responses to our requests (like extra wash cloths and blanket), hot buffet style breakfast, and afternoon manager’s reception with various food and drinks.

Exceeded expectations, made us feel comfortable, very clean room and staff cleaning lobby all the time at breakfast and evening drinks and food.

Was more than impressed with the food and drink provided at the kick-back dinner and breakfast.

It’s plenty for a meal and they allow multiple alcoholic drinks per adult for free so that was amazing at this hotel price.

The free drinks and food are a great way to end your day, as is the pool and hot tub.

Complimentary breakfast, dinner and drinks (not a brown bag you pick up item).

Each adult guest was able to receive 3 alcoholic drinks of their choice and there was a hot meal served.

The evening food and drinks is a must ; safety procedures in place due to Covid 19 situation and we feel very safe ,  anytime in Orlando we will book again

There’s an amazing free breakfast and I can’t say enough Miss Vicky who works the breakfast shift.

For a very reasonable price, our king room on the top floor was clean and comfortable, breakfast was included and also drinks and snacks in the afternoon.

We decided to try the Drury because of the reviews and the fact they included breakfast and the kickback in the evening.

Free breakfast, 3 free cocktails in the evening as well as a full meal ( not just snacks) the night we stayed they had grilled chicken strips, salad, potatoes, green beans, not sure if there were desserts,

Between 5:30PM and 7PM the hotel offers a free appetizer buffet and free soft drinks
One night there was Pasta Alfredo, sliced chicken breast, mixed salad, nachos & cheese and more.

Place looks new and comes with complimentary breakfast, dinner, and 3 alcoholic drinks daily!

Pros:
-biggest bang for your buck
- breakfast included hot and cold items, loved the hard boiled eggs, coffee and fruit
- Lucy was very helpful and always smiling
- three free glasses of wine, wow!

I knew from online reviews there is free breakfast 

After a good nights sleep, free breakfast.

The free buffet breakfast here sets you up for the day, it's great.

The cherry on the cake is the complimentary breakfast and evening ‘snacks’ which can save a packet.

They have a nice free breakfast buffet and an evening buffet for their guests.

Good breakfast and great  evening complimentary snacks/drinks 
5 minutes away from Universal.

Every morning there is a complimentary breakfast with choices like eggs, biscuits and gravy, waffles, and multiple choices of cereals.

They have free breakfast which is good and also a 5:30 meal which they have upgraded since the last time we were there.

The included breakfast was also generous and fresh.

We had stayed at a few Drury's while on a road trip and this one in Orlando was quite good, a decent value for Orlando.

This was our last stop on our US road trip.

He was genuinely interested in our trip & gave us a few ideas for our road trip up to New York. The only negative is we wish we had stayed longer :)

We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast, which was our best throughout our entire 2 week college road trip.

They also have fresh popcorn and an open soda machine.

Staff is very pleasant, rooms/bathrooms are spacious and clean, public areas inviting, free hot breakfast, free hot dinner, free soda and coffee available pretty much all day, fresh popcorn every evening.

With breakfast, dinner, cocktails and popcorn, soda and coffee available at no additional cost the value is just fantastic.

Amazing hotel with breakfast and snacks, free sodas, popcorn and a lot more.

I love their free soda machine and their breakfast as well.

You can get free sodas all day and night if you want.

The 24/7 complementary sodas, water, coffee, and tea were the icing on the cake.

Soda, juice, and coffee are still available self serve as they have always been.

But, I am surprised how much I've enjoyed the soda fountain for Diet Coke and filtered water.

The blueberry muffins are delicious and the free popcorn and soda at night are both great perks.

A soda fountain was available to grab a refreshing beverage at any time.

..room is wonderful and clean, beds are comfy, outstanding breakfast and evening kick back nightly including 3 Happy Hour drinks, popcorn, coffee, tea and soda always available.

Free dinner including alcoholic beverages, free soda, coffee, tea, popcorn and breakfast.

Popcorn &  soda is available in the afternoon & into the evening in the lobby every day.

Breakfast and dinner included as well as adult drinks and soda and popcorn every night.

Free fountain soda and popcorn in the lobby

Free breakfast in the morning, free soda and popcorn from morning until 10 pm.

Complimentary evening drinks including soda and fresh popcorn.

It's nice to have access to a soda fountain  in the lobby during the day and free popcorn.

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She was friendly, patient, great with the kids, understanding, etc.

Good family pool and poolside activitiesfor kids and adults.

The lobby was clean and bright, kid friendly!

The lazy river was relaxing, the kids loved the slides, and I loved the hot tubs .

My grand daugther did not reach the tall size   In this fact, I am not agree because I choose the Resort for the vacation time of the kids.

Plenty of room 
-having laundry and dishwasher was helpful
-outside patio was a nice extra space 
-Very friendly and helpful staff 
-Lazy River was fun and heated so that was nice
-hot tubs 
-smart TVs with cable 
-free wifi 
-market had a good supply of items 

What could have been better:
-living room set up was awkward for viewing TV
-kids beds on wheels so they rolled around 
-main pool was cold and not very deep
-water slides hurt (could feel each seam as you went down).

We save a fortune when we go to Disney by staying off site at this resort and our kids love the pool and activities.

Very kid friendly and a great place to relax, after day out in the parks.

Loved seeing the little squirrels in the morning & the pool area was awesome, the kids loved it

I also enjoy the layout of the condo, has upstairs and downstairs which is great for separating the kids.

but we still enjoy a day in pool with some bingo activities,  trained dogs to entertain kids and  much more.

The lazy river was one of my kids favorite part of the trip.

Pool was nice, the kids enjoyed the slides and lazy river.

The kids had a really great time only thing was blue slide hurt as you went down

The pool area is beautiful and full of activities.

Since we spent most of our days at on-site in the pool area we noticed how efficient the staff did their jobs.

The water park and pool area, will keep you busy for hours.

The main pool area was nice, we did enjoy one day by the pool and lazy river.

Loved being close to basketball area and pool.

The pool area is so nice, especially with children.

Pool area was good and the slides were really cool.

No need to deal with water amusement parks, grandparents, parents, and kids all loved the pool area.

The pool area has lots to do, like the slides and lazy river.

He's the reason the pool area is so nice.

A big Shout out to Lucy, who is working around the pool area to keep everyone safe and happy.

He helped with out Cabana rental and around the pool area!

The pool areas, lazy river, and hot tubs were very convenient and pleasant to use.

The grounds were kept very clean, pool area immaculate, activities for kids well run and fun, pool slides super fun, hot tub relaxing, quiet

We booked last minute to extend our road trip and relax a bit.

It was great to have a washer and dryer, especially since we were in the middle of a 24-day road trip at the time.

This was our last leg of a Florida Road Trip.

Shower spout was sticking out about 4 inches resulting in water dripping behind tub… could result in black mold.

My only problem is the condo can use an upgrade and it smelled when i walked in.

Only thing I’d say is it was a little musty in the room

Overall was good could improve on some updating we had a broken toilet seat dried food on counter from prior guest stains on curtains light smell of mildew  and they could touch up some paint on wood in bathrooms around floors guest service when checking in and out was amazing very nice and polite

When we turned on the oven, the unit immediately filled up with a vile, thick, chemical smelling smoke.

although the only reason I didn't give it a 5 star because we could use our table our back because it was filthy.

This year, our room was lacking in kitchen items, had a broken bathroom sink, the base molding was rotting.

We only had half the kitchen items and there was cigarette ash and mess on the back porch.

However, we could not get over how filthy the kitchen was- the dishwasher that didn’t clean the dishes at all or the disgusting film on all of the dishes from apparently years of neglect, that no amount of scrubbing would remove.

however the rooms are outdated and smell of mildew.

Beds sink and don’t go barefoot as carpet is disgusting with hair on floors in bathrooms.

That is probably because the "ceiling" is screened rather than a hard surface, keeping rain & debris out.

A/C unit and duct work is very dirty and unhealthy with dust and mold.

but in past experiences when that happens you tend to have a musty smell or carpet that is a bit nasty or you don't want to walk on because it is aged and yuck.

The only issue we had was the person next door would come outside to smoke cigarettes and the smoke smell would linger outside of our townhouse.

The kitchen and dining room floors were filthy so we had to clean them.

butt" guests instead of complaining about it We just went to the store and bought cheap ones.

You could almost smell that it wasn't cleaned well.

When we walked into our room it smelled musty and like cigarettes and was very stuffy.

There is a lazy river, water slides, pool and splash pad.

We loved the lazy River and water slides.

The water slides, lazy River, hots tubs, and pools are the most wonderful amenities to add to your stay!

The pool, water slides, lazy river are all nice.

Very nice place to stay the villa was bigger than I thought the pool was nice and big not over crowded water slides are fast

The lazy river and the water slides are a great added bonus!

This was a last minute planned trip and my kids requested a hotel with water slides because it's so hot in August.

We really enjoyed the lazy river and the water slides (included in the rental price).

Lots of fun stuff to do; lazy river, water slides, arcade, put-put.

Everything was wonderful.Pool,water slides,lazy River All great and clean.Hot tub and warm tub was also clean and in good working order.Snow cones and ice cream by the pool was refreshing.Close to everything.Staff very friendly.Needed a few things from housekeeping and they brought it right away.Villa was clean and had new flooring throughout.Beds were very comfortable.Pillows and linens were soft and spotless.Big screen TVS we’re great and wifi worked well.Great place to vacation!

The lazy river and water slides were awesome.

Resort also has arcade, activities and 2 huge water slides w a kiddie splash pad.

best clean place ever to stay definitely do it again I recommend to my family and friends or will definitely do it again with family pool big not to crowded water park for the kids 10/10 water slide is the best open bar is a must best drink ever

The pool, lazy river, and water slides were the kids favorites

Water slides, lazy river, big pool, warm water.

My girls loved the water slides and went down them repeatedly.

The water park was also very nice which included a lazy river, two water slides, and a nice warm pool.

The lazy river was also super fun and so were the water slides.

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