I know we re not discussing specific hotels here, but I have to put in a plug for Fort Wilderness. I

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Orlando is not like other US tourism destinations.  It s spread out.  Oodles of time and energy will be wasted if your hotel is not in the area of the attractions that interest you most. Hotels in Orlando are as varied as the cereal aisle in your local grocery store.  With the hope of helping you figure out where to stay in Orlando, fares on southwest airlines I will simply briefly breakdown each district.
This district is the most popular district, although two others are gaining more ground.  In my personal opinion, if your primary focus on your trip to Orlando is Disney then there is no reason not to stay on Disney fares on southwest airlines property.  Staying in Lake Buena Vista still offers nearby convenience and low hotel rates, but the extra perks such as Disney transportation and extra magic hours, are not there.
This district is growing in popularity due to the magic spell that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter  has cast.  Just like hotels on Disney property, hotels on Universal property offer special fares on southwest airlines perks.  This district is best suited for visitors with older kids, about age 12 and older, and for visitors without kids.  If you choose to spend less money on a hotel and stay in the Kirkman  area you will find more traffic and less options fares on southwest airlines within walking distance.
I-Drive is over 10 miles long.  In all actuality, Sea World and I-Drive could be considered their own districts.  I recommend this area for those who desire budget friendly Orlando hotels and for those who plan on doing a little bit of everything while in Orlando.  This district is also home to the Orlando / Orange County Convention Center .  You will find lots of little attractions along I-Drive fares on southwest airlines (such as WonderWorks, Ripley s Believe it or Not, Fun Spot, WhirleyDome) and a variety of dining options including Pointe Orlando and Restaurant Row .
Although this area is working to improve itself, I really do not have too many positive thoughts on this district.  To put it diplomatically, it is very low priced and I firmly believe in life you get what you pay for.  I will leave it at that.
These districts cover the attractions areas.  There are accommodations available in Orlando and its suburbs that are not right next to the attractions.  If you want to explore all of Central Florida (museums, the  beach, small businesses, farmers markets) then you may want to consider fares on southwest airlines Lake Mary, Altamonte, Winter Park, or Downtown Orlando.
fares on southwest airlines Disney, Universal, and Sea World all have ticket pricing that encourages you to buy multiple days at their parks.  Buying one day tickets to each park is the most expensive way to visit Orlando.  I highly recommend choosing one of the three properties and focusing on one at a time on separate vacations.
Avoid Interstate 4 (I-4) as much as humanly possible!!!!  Which is another reason why staying on Disney or on Universal property is so valuable.  Whatever you decide, enjoy yourself and thisfloridalife.
I know we re not discussing specific hotels here, but I have to put in a plug for Fort Wilderness. It s a Disney property, and thus comes with all the benefits you mentioned, but it offers a really nice respite from the hustle and bustle of the big Disney hotels. And, there s lots of fun outdoorsy stuff to do there. Lots of bang for your buck!