Why Families Choose Vacation Alchemy over Hotels

When families want to visit Orlando for a family vacation, they often wonder whether it’s better to stay in hotels or rent a vacation home.  There are many reasons Vacation Alchemy’s vacation homes are the better choice to meet the needs of your family.

Hotels Don’t Stack up Compared to Vacation Alchemy

Here are the top 20 reasons to book a vacation home through Vacation Alchemy instead of staying in a hotel:

1. More space: Our vacation homes offer significantly more space than hotel rooms, which is great for families or larger groups. Afterall, together time is when the best memories are made.  Most of our homes have multiple gathering spaces to allow family members relax, swim in a private pool, play in a game room or watch a movie together.
2. Cost-effective: Renting a home can be more cost-effective, especially for longer stays.  Also, when you book direct, you can save 5-14% off the fees that Airbnb, VRBO and other online agencies charge!  That’s why we always recommend VacationAlchemy.com.
3. Full kitchen: Our vacation rentals come with a full kitchen, which can save money on dining out. Equipped with everything you need to serve a big holiday meal, families like the flexibility to have large family meals where the parents can sit and share stories for hours and the kids can escape to the game room or swim in the pool.  Some guests like to hire a private chef or have meals delivered but enjoy having a private space to eat together.
4. Unique properties: Vacation Alchemy offers a wide range of unique properties, from cozy townhomes to luxurious villas. You get to pick your home with the themed rooms that will delight your family.  Afterall, shouldn’t your vacation home just be an extension of your vacation? We designed every home in our portfolio to be a unique experience and “super property” in the vacation rental market.
5. Local experience: Staying in vacation home can offer a more authentic local experience compared to staying in a hotel.
6. Privacy: Our homes offer more privacy than hotels, which is great for couples or families. Enjoying a private pools, hot tub and patio is infinitely better than going to a hotel pool and jockeying for space.  It’s important to have private space to recharge after crowded days at a theme parks.
7. Amenities: Vacation Alchemy homes offer amenities such as a pools, hot tubs, epic game rooms, themed bedrooms, complimentary strollers, high chairs, cribs, fully equipped kitchens, free high-speed internet, dedicated workspaces, free laundry in your unit and SO MUCH MORE.
8. Flexibility: Vacation Alchemy often offers more flexibility with check-in and check-out times.
9. Pet-friendly: Many of our vacation rentals rentals are pet-friendly, which is great for those traveling with pets.
10. Personalized service: Vacation Alchemy provide personalized service and recommendations for local attractions and restaurants. Our free 5-7 day itinerary is the most downloaded free guide with 25 pages of local pro tips so you can maximize your family vacation!
11. Family-friendly: Vacation Alchemy rentals are more family-friendly than hotels with complimentary highchairs, strollers, baby gates, pack n Plays or Cribs, and toys available. There are plenty of rooms for kids to PLAY and relax so you truly are in your home away from home.  Unlike hotels, our vacation homes are designed with kids in mind because we know what it’s like to travel with children.
12. Location: Vacation Alchemy homes are all within 7-9 miles of the Disney theme parks and 10-20 miles from Universal. They are each situated in popular short term rental resorts with additional clubhouse amenities like lazy rivers, water slides, splash parks, sport courts, gyms and more.  Each of our homes is perfectly located to enjoy all that Orlando has to offer, and only an hour from the Florida coasts.
13. Safety: Our Vacation rentals are all in gated residential communities, which can feel safer than staying in a hotel in a busy tourist area. In addition, we are certified by Breezeway, the industry standard in providing a safety-first vacation home experience.
14. Parking: All our homes have FREE PARKING, which saves significant money compared to hotel parking fees.
15. Quiet: Our vacation homes are quieter than hotels, which is great for those looking for a peaceful stay.
16. Large groups: Our homes are designed for groups who want to stay together.  From 4-10 bedroom homes that sleep between 12-30 people, we have the home that is just the right size for your large group.  Whether you want to vacation with several families or have a girls weekend or a corporate team meeting, we offer unique experiences that deliver memorable stays.
17. Longer stays: Vacation Alchemy homes are ideal for longer stays, as they offer more space and amenities for a comfortable stay. It’s convenient to do laundry in your vacation home and eat healthy meals in your own kitchen.  Also, when you have small children, it’s helpful to keep their sleeping routines while not compromising the fun of the rest of the group.
18. Homey feel: Vacation Alchemy homes are designed to be your home away from home. We have thought of all the details, so you don’t have to.  You can expect clean and well-furnished places.  We are frequently told our homes are even better than our photos!  No one wants to show up to a tired and worn vacation home that has not been maintained to a gold standard.  Comfortable mattresses and exquisite room décor offer a homey feel, making our guests feel more comfortable and relaxed.
19. Environmentally friendly: Our vacation rentals are more environmentally friendly than hotels, as they often use less energy and resources. Most of our homes also have installed solar energy panels.
20. Responsive service: Unlike the big corporate property managers or large hotels, Alchemy is a family-owned business known for generous hospitality, super fast communication and personal touches in all their homes.

Vacation Alchemy Beats Hotels

So where you stay really does matter!  It also matters who is the host of your vacation home rental. Vacation Alchemy is a veteran owned, small business that has earned a stellar 5-Star reputation.  We have no doubt that Vacation Alchemy offers a superior experience to hotel stays. Every home is actually designed by Alchemy from top to bottom and we specialize in creating fairy-tale vacations for families and large groups.

Are you ready to be the family hero who found a rock-star place to stay? Go to Vacation Alchemy and take a look at the different home options to fit your group.  Don’t just take our word for it – please read our many reviews and book your Dream Vacation!