How to get to Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa from the airports
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa lists its street address as 9500 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819. The property record for this task must be treated as an island property reached by boat or ferry with no direct road access, so plan to get from the airport to the Orlando area by taxi/rideshare, shuttle or rental car, then contact the resort (or BookResorts) to arrange the final boat/ferry transfer or a designated meeting point.
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Overview: what to expect when you arrive in Orlando
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa serves families and offers studio-to-multi-bedroom villas and on-site amenities such as multiple pools, Treasure Cove Water Park (paid admission for registered guests), restaurants and Serenity Spa by Westgate.
Although the property’s postal address is 9500 Turkey Lake Rd, for this guide the resort is being treated as an island resort reached by boat or ferry with no road access. That means airport-to-resort travel will include a land transfer to the Orlando area followed by a water transfer or meeting-point pickup arranged with the resort.
- Bring photo ID and the card used to secure the reservation — the hotel requires a primary guest age 21+ to check in.
- Check-in time begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 10:00 AM.
- Water-park access (Treasure Cove) requires separate paid admission available only to registered on-property guests.
| Phone (BookResorts 24/7) | Hotel address |
|---|---|
| +1 (888) 605-1350 | 9500 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819 |
From Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Most visitors arrive at Orlando International Airport (MCO). There is no direct public bus to the resort that avoids transfers; typical airport-to-resort journeys involve a taxi, rideshare, private shuttle or rental car to a designated meeting point in the Orlando resort district.
Because this guide treats the property as island-access only, confirm with Westgate Lakes or BookResorts how they handle the final water transfer or pick-up point before you leave the airport.
- At MCO, follow ground-transport signs for taxis, rideshares and shared shuttles.
- If you use a shared airport shuttle, tell the operator you are heading to Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa and confirm whether the shuttle will drop you at a boat/ferry meeting point or a Westgate transfer desk.
- If you rent a car, plan to park or drop the vehicle at the resort’s designated arrival area and then use the resort’s water transfer or pick-up instructions (confirm in advance).
| From | Typical step |
|---|---|
| MCO | Taxi / rideshare / shuttle to Orlando resort area → confirm resort boat/ferry pickup |
From Orlando Sanford International (SFB) or other regional airports
Orlando Sanford (SFB) is a common secondary airport for the Orlando area. The same approach applies: use ground transport (taxi, rideshare, private transfer or rental car) to reach the resort area, then follow the resort’s instructions for the water transfer or pickup.
If you’re arriving at a smaller regional airport or a private terminal, confirm ground-transfer options in advance and allow extra travel time for the longer land leg.
- Longer land travel from SFB or other airports is typical; plan accordingly and reconfirm arrival times with any booked shuttle operator.
- Westgate Lakes does not list an airport shuttle service on its property pages; check with BookResorts or the resort concierge for recommended transfer companies.
- Keep the resort phone and your booking reference handy in case transfer timing needs to be adjusted.
| Airport | Recommended first step |
|---|---|
| SFB (Sanford) | Taxi / rideshare / private transfer to Orlando resort area → arrange water transfer |
| Other regional airport | Confirm local ground transfer options and resort pickup procedure |
Rideshare, taxi and private-transfer tips
Rideshare apps (Uber, Lyft) and taxis are the most flexible way to travel from the airports to the Orlando resort district. When booking, set your hotel address and then contact the resort or BookResorts to confirm the exact meeting point for the island/boat transfer.
If you prefer private transfers (pre-booked car or van), ask the operator to confirm whether they will take you to a dock, transfer desk or other designated Westgate meeting point — some operators will coordinate directly with hotel staff.
- Provide the driver with the hotel address and the resort phone number in case directions are needed.
- Save waiting/meeting instructions from the resort (email or confirmation message) to your phone before departure.
- If you have a lot of luggage or family gear, consider a larger vehicle or private shuttle for the land leg.
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Rideshare / taxi | Single parties, quick scheduling |
| Private transfer / shuttle | Large groups or fixed pickup windows |
Public transit and the I‑Ride Trolley
Public transit can be economical but is slower and may require several transfers. There is no single direct city bus from MCO to the resort that avoids transfers and long travel times.
The I‑Ride Trolley runs in the International Drive resort area and can be useful for short hops once you are in the resort district; confirm how to reach the trolley from your land drop-off point and whether you’ll still need a short water transfer afterward.
- Expect public-transit trips from the airport to take significantly longer than taxis or shuttles and to include at least one transfer.
- If you choose the I‑Ride Trolley, check current operating hours and stop maps; trolley service runs daily on a set route through the International Drive area.
- Plan extra time with children or heavy luggage when using public transport.
| Transit | When to use |
|---|---|
| City bus / Lynx | On a strict budget and no time pressure |
| I‑Ride Trolley | If staying in the International Drive area and comfortable with shorter on-site legs |
If you rent a car or drive to the area
If you rent a car, keep the reservation and the vehicle until you reach the resort area. The resort offers complimentary self-parking and free valet parking per property details; confirm where to leave the rental vehicle if a dock or boat pickup is required for the island transfer.
Because this guide treats the resort as island-access only, plan the land leg of your trip to a Westgate-specified arrival area and follow the resort’s instructions for the final water transfer or drop-off routine.
- Keep rental paperwork and expected return time handy if you leave the vehicle at or near the resort during a river/boat transfer.
- Confirm parking locations and any permitted overnight parking with the resort before arrival.
- If you plan to use on-site parking during your stay, mention it when you contact the resort to arrange the final transfer.
| Car option | Quick note |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | Complimentary per resort details — confirm where to park for water transfer pickup |
| Valet | Available; check where valet will drop you for the boat transfer |
