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Most hotels in Clermont Florida sit in one compact cluster where State Road 50 meets US 27, close to the National Training Center, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital and the Citrus Tower. A few sit farther out, including a Holiday Inn Express on US 192 that is far closer to Disney than its Clermont address suggests. This guide compares seven of them on location, parking, breakfast and real drive times.
Clermont, the largest city in Lake County and about 20 miles west of Orlando, calls itself the “Choice of Champions” for the hills, lakes and athletes that define it. The trade-off for quieter surroundings, cheap parking and a slightly lower hotel tax is a drive of about 45 minutes to the Disney parks from the middle of town, before traffic.
Fees and policies below come from each hotel’s official page at last check (several only as archived copies, noted where relevant). Confirm them before you book.
Quick answer: For Disney, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clermont SE – West Orlando on US 192 is the closest pick, about 8.5 miles by road from Animal Kingdom’s parking lots. In town, Staybridge Suites Clermont Southeast pairs a full kitchen with hot breakfast and free parking, Home2 Suites and Fairfield are a walk from the National Training Center, Hampton Inn is the simple free-parking choice, and WoodSpring suits stays of several weeks.
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Where hotels in Clermont Florida actually are
Clermont’s ZIP codes stretch a long way, so two hotels with the same city name can be 17 miles apart.
- Central Clermont (SR 50 and US 27): Home2 Suites, Fairfield and Hampton Inn surround the National Training Center, the hospital and Lake-Sumter State College’s South Lake campus; Holiday Inn Express is on US 27 near the Citrus Tower. Historic downtown and Lake Minneola are a few minutes west.
- South US 27: Staybridge Suites overlooks Lake Felter near Hammock Ridge Road, on the way to Lake Louisa State Park.
- East SR 50: WoodSpring Suites is about 1.5 miles from the Orange County line, the closest pick to Winter Garden and the quickest Universal drive of the in-town hotels.
- Four Corners and US 192: Clermont’s 34714 ZIP code reaches south to US 192, where the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clermont SE sits on the Summer Bay resort.
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How we chose these hotels
We picked seven Clermont-address hotels that suit visitors and checked:
- Location: which part of Clermont it is in, with road distances from OSRM routing (rounded; traffic varies).
- Verified amenities: rooms, kitchens, pools and breakfast as listed on the official page.
- Value: what costs extra, especially parking, resort fees and pet fees.
- Transport: any park or airport shuttle. Most Clermont hotels have none, so plan on a car.
Rates vary by season, availability and how far ahead you book.
Clermont hotels compared
| Hotel | Area | Parking | Breakfast | Park shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home2 Suites Clermont | By the NTC | $3.87/day + tax | Free hot | None listed |
| Fairfield Clermont | By the NTC | $2/day | Free hot buffet | None |
| Hampton Inn Clermont | SR 50 | Free | Free hot | None listed |
| Holiday Inn Express Clermont | US 27, central | Free | Free hot buffet | None listed |
| Staybridge Suites | South US 27 | Free | Free hot | None |
| WoodSpring Suites | East SR 50 | Free | Not included | None listed |
| HIE & Suites Clermont SE | US 192, Summer Bay | Free | Free hot | Conflicting, confirm |
Only the Clermont SE hotel mentions a resort fee; we saw none listed for the others. All seven are in Lake County, where you pay Florida’s 6% sales tax, Lake County’s 1% surtax and a 4% tourist development tax, about 11% in total on the room rate.
1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Clermont
Home2 Suites, at 1450 Champions Way, is the hotel Hilton describes as steps from the National Training Center, and the NTC lists it among its lodging partners with special rates for visitors and teams. Every suite has a kitchen and living area; at last check Hilton listed king studios, one-bedroom king suites and two-queen studios, the last shown for up to six guests with the sofa bed.
A free hot breakfast, an outdoor pool and a fitness center round it out. Hilton lists the Citrus Tower as half a mile away, though it is about 2.5 miles by road.
- Why stay: a kitchen in every suite, pets allowed, and an easy walk to the NTC’s pool, track and fields.
- Getting there / to the parks: by road, Animal Kingdom’s parking lots are about 24 miles (roughly 45 minutes via US 27 and US 192), the Magic Kingdom lot about 25 miles via the SR 429 toll road and Universal about 23 miles via Florida’s Turnpike. Hilton lists no airport shuttle, and we found no park shuttle.
- Good to know: Hilton listed a parking facility charge of $3.87 per day plus tax (January 2026 capture). Pets cost $75 for one to four nights or $125 for five to 30 nights, with up to two dogs or cats and a 50-pound limit. Check-in is at 3 pm.
Best for: athletes, swim and track teams, and families who want a kitchen.
See prices and availability at Home2 Suites by Hilton Clermont
2. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Clermont
Fairfield, at 1750 Hunt Trace Boulevard, is next door to Orlando Health South Lake Hospital and neighbors the National Training Center, which Marriott describes as a 300-acre sports, health, fitness and education campus. The NTC’s partner page says restaurants, shops and the NTC are all a five-minute walk from the hotel. Rooms have a microwave and a mini fridge.
The free hot breakfast buffet runs 6 to 9 am on weekdays and 7 to 10 am on weekends. There’s an outdoor pool with a whirlpool, a 24-hour fitness center and a guest laundry.
- Why stay: the closest beds to the hospital and the NTC, a full hot breakfast and a token parking charge.
- Getting there / to the parks: Marriott says Disney, Universal and SeaWorld are about 20 miles away; by road, the Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom lots are 24 to 25 miles (around 45 minutes) and Universal about 23 miles. Marriott says there’s no shuttle service.
- Good to know: on-site parking was $2 per day (March 2026 capture). Only dogs are allowed, at $75 per pet, with a maximum of two and an 85-pound limit. Check-in is at 4 pm.
Best for: hospital visitors, NTC athletes and short stays where breakfast matters.
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3. Hampton Inn & Suites Clermont
The 87-room Hampton Inn & Suites sits at 2200 East Highway 50, with restaurants within half a mile, according to Hilton. It’s the most straightforward stay in town: free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, a fitness center and free parking. Hilton calls Disney and SeaWorld a 30-minute drive; our routing puts the Disney lots closer to 45 minutes without traffic.
- Why stay: no parking charge, a dependable breakfast and quick access to SR 50 restaurants.
- Getting there / to the parks: about 24 miles by road to Animal Kingdom’s lots, 25 miles to the Magic Kingdom lot and 22 miles to Universal (via SR 50 and Florida’s Turnpike). Orlando International Airport is about 32 miles. There’s no airport shuttle.
- Good to know: self-parking was listed as complimentary (December 2025 capture). Pets cost $75 for one to four nights or $125 for five or more, with up to two dogs or cats and a 50-pound limit. Check-in is at 4 pm.
Best for: couples and small families who want free parking and a hot breakfast at a predictable chain.
4. Holiday Inn Express Clermont
Holiday Inn Express Clermont is at 1810 South Highway 27, about 1.5 miles by road from the Citrus Tower and a few minutes from the NTC, which lists it as a lodging partner. IHG lists rooms with one king or two queens, plus one-bedroom suites.
The free hot buffet breakfast includes make-your-own pancakes, eggs and bacon, and bean-to-cup coffee is available 24/7. There’s an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center and EV charging.
- Why stay: a central US 27 location between downtown and the south side, a strong breakfast and a suite option.
- Getting there / to the parks: the hotel quotes 20 miles to Disney. By road, the Animal Kingdom lots are about 23.5 miles (around 45 minutes) and the Magic Kingdom lot about 24.5 miles; Universal is about 24 miles.
- Good to know: IHG’s FAQ listed free parking for registered guests and said pets are not allowed (September 2026 capture). Breakfast runs 6 to 9:30 am, check-in is at 3 pm and the minimum check-in age is 21.
Best for: families without pets who want a suite and a full breakfast in central Clermont.
5. Staybridge Suites Clermont Southeast
Staybridge Suites, at 3440 South US Highway 27, is an all-suite hotel that IHG describes as brand new, overlooking Lake Felter near Hammock Ridge Road. Every suite has a full kitchen with a stove and full-size refrigerator, and a lobby pantry stocks basics.
Hot breakfast is included, and IHG lists an evening social hour with free appetizers and drinks (Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, at last check). There’s an outdoor pool and hot tub, a patio with a fire pit and grills, a 24-hour fitness center and a laundry. The hotel says Lake Louisa State Park is 4 miles away.
- Why stay: the best mix of space, kitchen and included extras in town, with free parking.
- Getting there / to the parks: the hotel quotes 19 miles to Disney World. By road, Animal Kingdom’s lots are about 21 miles (around 40 minutes via US 27 and US 192), the Magic Kingdom lot about 22.5 miles and Universal about 25 miles. IHG says there is no local or airport shuttle.
- Good to know: parking is free for registered guests. Breakfast runs 6:30 to 9:30 am on weekdays and 7:30 to 10:30 am on weekends. IHG’s pet answer conflicts: it lists a $150 pet deposit per stay and, in the same answer, a non-refundable fee of $75 for up to six nights or $150 for seven or more (September 2026 capture), so ask which applies. Minimum check-in age is 21 and check-in is at 4 pm.
Best for: families staying a week or more who want to cook, and anyone visiting relatives in south Lake County.
See prices and availability at Staybridge Suites Clermont Southeast
6. WoodSpring Suites Orlando West – Clermont
WoodSpring Suites, at 16311 State Road 50 on Clermont’s east side, is a no-frills extended-stay hotel aimed at travel nurses, contractors and relocating families. Each room has a kitchen with a full-size refrigerator, microwave and two-burner cooktop, plus free Wi-Fi. Nightly, weekly and monthly rates are offered.
Housekeeping comes every other week for long stays, with extra cleaning and cookware for purchase. The hotel lists free parking, a fitness center and a guest laundry; its page doesn’t list a pool or breakfast.
- Why stay: a kitchen and weekly rates for long stays, and the quickest Universal drive of the in-town hotels.
- Getting there / to the parks: Universal is about 21 miles by road (roughly 30 minutes via SR 50 and Florida’s Turnpike), the Magic Kingdom lot about 24 miles and Animal Kingdom’s lots about 28 miles via the SR 429 toll road. The hotel is about 3 miles from Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, by its own figure.
- Good to know: a $50 deposit is required on arrival. Up to two dogs under 75 pounds are allowed (no cats) for a $100 non-refundable cleaning fee per pet, plus listed daily charges of $25 for the first six nights and $10 per pet per night; confirm the total.
Best for: long-stay budgets, not resort-style vacations.
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7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clermont SE – West Orlando
Despite the Clermont address, this hotel sits at 105 Summer Bay Boulevard, off US 192 near Four Corners, about 17 miles by road south of the Citrus Tower and much closer to Disney. IHG says it stands on a 400-acre secured resort, and that the resort’s amenities, including six pools, mini golf, a basketball court and a fishing pier, are covered by your resort fee.
The free hot breakfast runs 6:30 to 9:30 am, there’s an outdoor pool and fitness center, parking is free and there’s no restaurant on site. The hotel courts teams playing at nearby ESPN Wide World of Sports; check your event’s housing rules first, as our guide to hotels near ESPN Wide World of Sports explains.
- Why stay: the shortest Disney commute with a Clermont address, plus resort pools and activities.
- Getting there / to the parks: about 8.5 miles by road to Animal Kingdom’s lots (20 to 25 minutes) and 13 miles to the Magic Kingdom lot via US 192 and World Drive, with no toll road needed; Universal is about 20 miles via I-4. Shuttle details conflict: IHG’s page mentions a scheduled Disney shuttle (reservations required) but its FAQ says there’s no complimentary local shuttle, while the management company’s site and the NTC’s partner page promote free Disney and Universal shuttles. Ask the hotel before relying on it.
- Good to know: the resort fee amount wasn’t published on IHG’s page at last check (July 2026 capture). Up to two dogs only (75-pound limit), at $25 per night plus a $100 damage deposit. Minimum check-in age is 21 and check-in is at 3 pm.
Best for: Disney-first families who want resort amenities without staying on Disney property.
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Drive times from Clermont to the parks and airport
Road distances and free-flow times from OSRM routing to each park’s main guest parking and the airport, rounded. Add a buffer for rush hour and park-entry lines.
| From | Animal Kingdom | Magic Kingdom lot | Universal | MCO airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Clermont hotels | 23.5–24 mi, 45 min | 24.5–25 mi, 45 min | 22–24 mi, 30–35 min | 32–34 mi, 45–50 min |
| Staybridge (south US 27) | 21 mi, 40 min | 22.5 mi, 40 min | 25 mi, 35–40 min | 35 mi, 50 min |
| WoodSpring (east SR 50) | 28.5 mi, 45–50 min | 24 mi, 45–50 min | 21 mi, 30 min | 30 mi, 45 min |
| Clermont SE (US 192) | 8.5 mi, 20–25 min | 13 mi, 25 min | 20 mi, 30 min | 28.5 mi, 45 min |
From central Clermont, the fastest Magic Kingdom route uses the SR 429 toll road, Animal Kingdom is quickest via US 27 and US 192 with no tolls, and the routes to Universal and the airport use Florida’s Turnpike (the airport run adds the SR 528 toll road). Our guide to Orlando toll roads explains your payment options with a rental car. Budget for park parking too: Disney’s standard theme park parking was $35 a day and Universal’s $35 including tax at last check.
Cabins, vacation homes and other stays near Clermont
Lake Louisa State Park cabins. On US 27 south of town, the park has 20 cabins overlooking Dixie Lake, according to Florida State Parks. Each has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a full kitchen and sleeps up to six, with a two-night minimum. The park is open 8 a.m. to sunset, with a $5 per vehicle entry fee, and its entrance is about 16 miles by road from Animal Kingdom’s parking lots.
Vacation homes. South Clermont and Four Corners are full of rental homes with private pools, which can beat two hotel rooms for a big family. Compare resort communities in our guide to Orlando vacation homes with a private pool, and see our best hotels in Davenport, Florida for resorts around ChampionsGate and Reunion and hotels farther south on US 27.
North and east of town. For a golf-and-lake stay in Montverde or hotels closer to Disney’s western entrance, our guide to hotels in Winter Garden, Florida covers Bella Collina and Flamingo Crossings.
What’s near your hotel in Clermont
- Citrus Tower: opened in 1956 on US 27, the 226-foot tower has an elevator to an observation deck with views of about 35 miles.
- Waterfront Park: on Lake Minneola downtown, with the Champions Splash Park and a fitness trail that is part of a 30-mile trail system.
- Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards: north of town on US 27, with daily guided tours and tastings on a 127-acre estate.
- National Training Center: an outdoor heated 70-meter by 25-yard pool, a track and field complex, a cross-country course and athletic fields.
How to choose a hotel in Clermont
- Mostly Disney days: book the Clermont SE hotel on US 192, or Staybridge if you want a kitchen in town. If even that drive is too long, compare our best hotels near Disney World.
- NTC, hospital or college visits: Fairfield and Home2 are within walking distance; Hampton and Holiday Inn Express are a short drive.
- Lowest extras: Hampton, Holiday Inn Express Clermont, Staybridge and WoodSpring list free parking, and we saw no resort fee for them; Home2 and Fairfield charge small daily parking fees.
- Traveling with pets: rules vary widely, from no pets at Holiday Inn Express Clermont to dogs only (Fairfield, WoodSpring, Clermont SE) and dogs or cats (Home2, Hampton). Check the weight limits and per-night charges.
- A week or more: Staybridge, WoodSpring and Home2 all have kitchens in every room.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Clermont, Florida from Disney World?
From the hotels around SR 50 and US 27 in central Clermont, Animal Kingdom’s parking lots and the Magic Kingdom lot are both about 24 to 25 miles by road, roughly 45 minutes without heavy traffic; the Magic Kingdom route uses the SR 429 toll road. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clermont SE on US 192 is about 8.5 miles from Animal Kingdom.
Is Clermont a good place to stay for Disney World?
It works if you have a car and want a quieter base with free or cheap parking, a slightly lower hotel tax and lakes and trails nearby. Expect a drive of about 45 minutes each way from central Clermont, plus tolls on some routes and Disney parking. If you want shorter commutes, choose the Clermont SE hotel on US 192 or a hotel closer to the parks.
Which hotels are closest to the National Training Center in Clermont?
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Clermont is next door to Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, and the NTC describes a five-minute walk to its campus. Hilton says Home2 Suites Clermont is steps from the NTC. Hampton Inn & Suites Clermont and Holiday Inn Express Clermont are a short drive away. The NTC lists several of these as lodging partners with special rates.
Do Clermont hotels charge resort fees?
Among the hotels on this list, only Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clermont SE mentions a resort fee, which covers the Summer Bay resort’s pools and activities; IHG didn’t publish the amount at last check, so ask when you book. Home2 Suites and Fairfield charge small daily parking fees, while Hampton, Holiday Inn Express Clermont, Staybridge and WoodSpring listed free parking.
What is the hotel tax in Clermont, Florida?
Clermont is in Lake County, which charges a 4% tourist development tax on stays of six months or less. That is added to Florida’s 6% sales tax and Lake County’s 1% discretionary surtax, for about 11% in total on the room rate. Stays in Orange County (12.5%) and Osceola County (13.5%) are taxed a bit more. Check your folio for any added fees.
Can you stay in a cabin at Lake Louisa State Park?
Yes. Florida State Parks lists 20 cabins overlooking Dixie Lake, each with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen and a living and dining room, sleeping up to six. Linens and cookware are provided, but there are no TVs or phones, pets are not allowed in the cabin area and there is a two-night minimum. Reservations open 11 months ahead.
Bottom line
Clermont makes sense if you want lakes, hills and lower-key hotels with cheap parking, and don’t mind driving to the parks. Pick Staybridge Suites for space and included extras, Home2 or Fairfield for the National Training Center, Hampton for simple free parking, and the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clermont SE when Disney is the main event.
See prices and availability at Staybridge Suites Clermont Southeast
Sources checked in October 2026: Lake County Tax Collector: Tourist Development Tax, Florida Department of Revenue: Local Option Transient Rental Tax Rates, National Training Center: Lodging Partners, Florida State Parks: Lake Louisa cabins and campgrounds, City of Clermont: Waterfront Park