About Clarion Inn International Drive
The Clarion Inn International Drive is located on International Drive, a short distance from Orlando’s famed theme parks. The hotel features an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.
In-room amenities include TV, refrigerator, safe, coffeemaker and hairdryer. Climate control and additional vanity areas are also included. Some rooms offer Wi-Fi access.
The hotel features a heated outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, children’s playground, gift shop, tennis courts, and sports area for beach volleyball, horseshoes and bocce ball. A shuttle service is offered to Universal Studios, SeaWorld and more. A 24-hour business center is also available.
The Cargo Bay Grill serves Floridian cuisine, while the Deli Café offers quick snacks. Guests can relax in the lounge or pool bar. More than 50 restaurants are located near to the hotel.
Orange County Convention Center is less than a mile away. Numerous shops and restaurants are located nearby. A number of golf courses are in close proximity.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Close to local amenities.
Past guests report that the Orlando Metropolitan Resort is conveniently located close to restaurants, shops and other local amenities. Guests will find a host of dining options within walking distance, including a variety of steakhouses.
positive:
Easy access to Orlando's famed attractions.
Thanks to its International Drive address, the hotel makes it easy for guests to make their way to the likes of Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and Wet n' Wild. Regular buses and trolleys travel to these attractions, all of which are also a short drive away.
positive:
Huge swimming pool perfect on a sunny day.
A number of guests have praised the hotel's heated outdoor pool, which is described as being large and enjoyable. Other guests also praise the pool facilities at the nearby YMCA, which are offered free of charge to hotel guests.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Hotel in need of some serious attention.
Many guests staying at the Orlando Metropolitan Resort report that the hotel is in need of major renovation. Weird smells, dirty walls, stained carpets, a lack of hot water, and cockroaches are just some of the criticisms offered.
negative:
Customer service leaves a lot to be desired.
Past guests report that the level of customer service at the hotel is less than desirable. The front desk is often criticized for being uncaring and adopting a poor attitude. Lost reservations are commonly reported, while housekeeping is reported to be lackadaisical.
negative:
Hotel breakfast is terribly lacking.
A number of guests have reported that the hotel breakfast, which incurs an additional charge, is grossly lacking. Reports suggest that guests are offered little more than bread and cereal.