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Where to stay
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Bay Lake travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bay Lake

With a population of 50, Bay Lake is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bay Lake has to offer.

When to visit Bay Lake

Bay Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
$210
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bay Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
$210
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bay Lake

Plane

Although Bay Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 29 km from Bay Lake. Melbourne is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, United Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bay Lake departs from New York and takes around 2h 43m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bay Lake, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Bay Lake to Tampa takes 1h 45m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $36 for a 4h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bay Lake is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 25 km from Bay Lake. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Bay Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 29 km from Bay Lake. Melbourne is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, United Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bay Lake departs from New York and takes around 2h 43m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bay Lake, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Bay Lake to Tampa takes 1h 45m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $36 for a 4h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bay Lake is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 25 km from Bay Lake. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Bay Lake

MLBMelbourne
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Bay Lake

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,619 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,573 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,087 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,808 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,433 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,515 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,603 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,093 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,423 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bay Lake

Most booked hotels in Bay Lake

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Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1412 reviews)
$182+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 951 reviews)
$133+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1535 reviews)
$116+
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Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando At Flamingo Crossings Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1202 reviews)
$123+
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Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 580 reviews)
$156+
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Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 248 reviews)
$170+
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Renting a car in Bay Lake

Renting a car in Bay Lake costs $121 per day, on average, or $362 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 71% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Bay Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bay Lake, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bay Lake costs $121 per day, on average, or $362 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 71% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Bay Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bay Lake, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

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