The Inn at Celebration undergoes renovation, joins Marriott's Autograph Collection
There are more than two dozen hotels at Disney World, with hundreds more in the surrounding area. Which hotel you choose is based on several factors, including your vacation budget, how many people you are traveling with and how long it will take you to get from your hotel to Disney.
If a major deciding factor for you is finding a hotel that participates in the Marriott Bonvoy program, it's time to consider The Inn at Celebration, Autograph Collection.
The Inn at Celebration, a lakeside property less than 15 minutes from Disney World, is owned and operated by Chattanooga, Tennessee-based Vision Hospitality Group and was renovated in partnership with design firm Baskervill. It recently underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation and joined Marriott's Autograph Collection portfolio.
"When we acquired this charming inn-style hotel in 2022, we recognized its hidden potential," founder and CEO of Vision Hospitality Group Mitch Patel said in a statement. "Our renovation preserved its classic architectural charm while enhancing the guest experience with modern amenities, sophisticated design, and full-service offerings."
The inn-style boutique hotel sits on the shore of Lake Rianhard, offering guests a serene retreat only a short drive from the exciting theme parks and attractions in the surrounding area. The Inn at Celebration's distinct Southern style blends natural colors and materials inspired by the Sunshine State's flora and fauna with subdued green, tan, blue and gray hues and artwork depicting Florida wildlife.
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"Our goal was to make this hotel the 'living room' of Celebration — a warm and welcoming space for both locals and visitors," said Elaina Lackaye, Baskervill's design director. "Inspired by the surrounding landscape, we incorporated natural materials and an indoor-outdoor design to seamlessly blend the hotel with its scenic environment. One standout feature is the lobby's library wall, a unique interactive element where guests can browse, borrow, or contribute their own stories."
In addition to standard rooms, The Inn at Celebration has 23 suites, ranging from studio suites with two queen-size beds and a sofa bed to one-bedroom suites with one king-size bed and a sofa bed. Sixty-five of the hotel's rooms and suites overlook the lake. The hotel's Lakeside Kitchen & Bar is open from morning to night, serving seasonal, locally sourced meals in a waterfront setting. You can also grab a cocktail, wine or beer from the lobby bar.
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As part of the renovation, the hotel doubled the size of the fitness center and expanded the outdoor lounge and dining areas, giving guests even more space to soak up the small-town charm and waterfront views.
The Inn at Celebration is the only hotel in Celebration, a master-planned community in Florida founded and developed by The Walt Disney Company in the 1990s (it is no longer owned by Disney).
If you are picturing overt Disney theming and characters, you'll be surprised by Celebration's design. You may see subtle nods like Mickey-shaped post caps on some residents' front porch railings, but what you will find more of are perfectly manicured lawns, pastel-colored buildings, quiet hiking and cycling trails and an idyllic town center that could easily serve as a setting in a Disney film.
The town center is also where you'll find The Inn at Celebration, several restaurants, local boutiques and a Sunday farmers market. You can navigate this walkable area on foot or rent a bike to explore the town's nature trails and lakeside paths.
Rooms at The Inn at Celebration start around $200 or 33,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
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