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Park View Hotel: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
5651 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884 (Formerly BEST WESTERN Park View Hotel)
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Savannah, Georgia
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“DO NOT STAY HERE!!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

Wow, it's amazing how deceiving a website can be. This is the most disgusting hotel I've ever been to. The bathtub had a scum ring in it. If you turn off the A/C, the smell of mildew is overwhelming. No complimentary coffee like they said. Rooms open to outside in questionable neighborhood. The elevator didn't work. I had to walk downstairs and around the outside of the building to get to the front desk for coffee. They directed me upstairs to the restaurant, but I didn't bring my wallet. Not worth the proximity to LegoLand!!!

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Point Pleasant, New Jersey
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27 reviews 27 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Closest Hotel to Legoland”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 24, 2012

The Park View is the closest hotel to Legoland. It is about 60 seconds by car but it is too far to walk especially when it it is 90 degrees outside. It is no longer a Best Western hotel. The employees were very nice. The staff was very apologetic for not having coffee in the lobby. They do not have a shuttle to Legoland but they do have a fun arcade room for children. What better way to conclude your day after 8 hours at Legoland! The 5th floor of the hotel has new carpeting, etc in the hallway and the room. This was the third room I looked at and was satisfied. There is a Walgreens within walking distance. Legoland was awesome and I would stay at this hotel again.

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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Wellington, Florida
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Do not stay here!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed July 26, 2012

After finally finding the hotel since the sign on the Cypress Gardens Blvd. says Admiral's Inn with Park View written on the marquee underneath it, my grandson and I checked in at 8:00 PM after a day at Lego Land. We tried to order room service (open until 10:00 PM) but the chef had already left. No food available so we had to get in our car and try to find a restaurant. Toilet paper bars were missing so the paper was on the floor. Could hear people in the next room throughout the night arguing. Bathroom has barely enough room to turn around in. I would have left but since I paid for the hotel online I would have another problem trying to get my money back. Horrible facility....old and outdated. Go down the road a little and find a decent hotel.

Room Tip: Don't come here is my best tip!
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  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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BWParkViewManagement, Front Office Manager at Park View Hotel, responded to this review
August 22, 2012
Dear Sally M:

Naturally, we were disappointed to learn that you encountered issues during your stay. I sincerely apologize. Unfortunately, your experience was not the same as many of our other satisfied customers have received. We will share your comments with our team to improve our consistency in providing excellent customer service to all guests. I apologize for the F&B department not being open to meet your needs during your stay. So, we thank you for bringing it to our attention. I hope you will contact me with the information listed below so we can have another opportunity to exceed your expectations in all areas. We look forward to welcoming you back.


Sincerely,

Mia Dunkley
Front Office Manager
Park View Hotel
5651 Cypress Gardens Blvd.
Winter Haven, FL 33884
Email: mdunkley@dhmhotels.com
Phone: (863) 324-5950 Ext 611
Fax: (863) 324-2376
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Lake Worth, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“This hotel needs a makeover...stat!”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed July 21, 2012

We recently stayed at the best western in winterhaven as we were going to legoland for a couple days. The only good thing was the location. I could literally see the rollercoasters from the hotel. The hotel is very old in appearance...looks kind of dingy. We stayed in the area by the pool which has outside corridors. We are not smokers and requested a non smoking room...BUT guests are allowed to smoke in the corridor and the smell comes right into the room. Maybe now that legoland is near they will overhaul this place and breathe some life into this otherwise sad hotel.

Room Tip: Maybe the rooms in the other tower are better than the ones by the pool.
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  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Palm beach
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“You Get What You Pay For”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 15, 2012

Spent a couple of nights here with the family 2 adults and 2 kids(3 and2). Stayed in a two queen bed room in the Tower part of the hotel. I found this hotel to be perfectly adequate for what we wanted, a place to sleep after a couple of days at Legoland. The room was clean, the staff was courteous and pleasant, and the location to Legoland is perfect. When setting up reservation, make sure to stay in the Tower part of the hotel. This property is a converted motel, half has been changed into a hotel set up, the other half is still a motel. For me, with two young children, I prefer the hotel setup of one main entrance, don't like the setup of a motel with doors open to the street. Safety always seems questionable to me with motels. Overall, I would say this is a great option for staying at Legoland. It is not the Ritz, so if you're expecting luxury accommodations, stay somewhere else, which is difficult in Winter Haven. I would recommend this hotel to anyone traveling with the family for a Legoland trip.

Room Tip: Choose a suite in the tower.
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  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Park View Hotel

Also Known As:
Best Western Admirals Hotel
Best Western Winter Haven
Winter Haven Best Western
Address: 5651 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884 (Formerly BEST WESTERN Park View Hotel)
Region: United States > Florida > Central Florida > Winter Haven
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #8 of 16 hotels in Winter Haven
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Park View Hotel formerly Best Western Park View Hotel,overlooking Legoland® Florida Theme Park. The hotel offers every amenity to make both business and leisure travelers feel right at home. Guests will be close to a variety of local attractions including Legoland® Florida Theme Park, Lake Eloise, Historic Bok Sanctuary, Golf, Fishing, Polk Museum of Art and Fantasy of Flight. ... more   less 
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