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A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small covered seating area.

A park with picnic tables, a barbecue grill, and a volleyball net.

A laundry room with two front-loading washing machines, a dryer, and a chair.

A modern kitchen area with a vending machine, seating area, and a counter with food items.

1. Best Western Auburndale Inn & Suites

18.9 km from Safari Wilderness

Lorrisa

RM413

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, an exit sign above, and a reception desk to the left.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland

10.9 km from Safari Wilderness

Jaime A

RM243

RM300 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio with teal chairs and a fire pit, large windows, and a covered area with string lights.

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton," and a "Hilton Honors" sign. There are two refrigerators labeled "COLDER" in the background.

A hotel room with a herringbone-patterned wall, a gray sofa, a small table with chairs, a desk with a chair, and a large window with a geometric pattern.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer and chair, a sofa, and a small table.

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lakeland North I-4

12.6 km from Safari Wilderness

Melissa

RM485

RM543 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a long communal table, several blue chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a television mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel with a 'Welcome' sign, a Hampton Inn sign, and a 'Clearance 18' sign.

4. Hampton Inn Lakeland

11 km from Safari Wilderness

craig

RM413

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and a checkered wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a large digital screen displaying scenic images.

A modern hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and a parking lot.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland

Downtown Lakeland, 17.6 km from Safari Wilderness

Raul

RM530

RM593 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa set, a red chair, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a sign reading 'Comfort Inn & Suites.'

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and two lamps.

A hotel breakfast area with a long counter, self-service food stations, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakeland North I-4

12.9 km from Safari Wilderness

Maribel

RM358

RM401 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large wall art piece.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, TV, and artwork.

A modern hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a small side table, a floor lamp, a large window with a city view, and a bed with a TV.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, a counter with bottles, and a sign reading "THE PLACERY".

7. Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

Downtown Lakeland, 17.5 km from Safari Wilderness

Jennifer

RM466

RM522 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lobby with seating, a reception desk, and artwork.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and signage for 'Premier Best Western' and 'Curry Leaves Fine Indian Cuisine'.

8. Best Western Premier Lakeland North

13.2 km from Safari Wilderness

Sarah

RM395

RM443 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, wooden wall paneling, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating options, including booths and tables, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland North - I-4 by IHG

10.9 km from Safari Wilderness

Monique

RM482

RM563 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table with a decorative vase, and a large window with curtains.

A conference room with a black and white checkered floor, large windows with curtains, and a chandelier.

A historic building with arched windows and a black awning.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.

10. The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Lakeland, 17.2 km from Safari Wilderness

Cindy

RM552

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view of palm trees, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, a coffee station, and a reception desk.

A living room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sofa with a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a balcony with chairs, and a painting on the wall.

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Lakeland

12.9 km from Safari Wilderness

John

RM220

RM262 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Best Western PLUS' sign.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A spacious, modern kitchen area with a coffee station, counter space, and a tiled floor.

A gym with a bench, dumbbells, and a wall with a large TV.

12. Best Western Plus Lakeland

19.8 km from Safari Wilderness

Jennifer

RM413

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and wicker chairs, a central fire pit, and a hedge wall.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a pool view.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A vending area with snack and drink options, including a refrigerated section with beverages and a freezer with packaged goods.

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lakeland

13.1 km from Safari Wilderness

Tim

RM438

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoor pool.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a computer, and a large window.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a microwave, and a food display.

A hotel entrance with a fountain, potted plants, and a blue carpet leading to the door.

14. Clarion Pointe Lakeland I-4

11.3 km from Safari Wilderness

Carled

RM318

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

A long counter with white chairs, framed mineral specimens on the wall, and a shelf with towels.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and booths, a modern ceiling design, and abstract wall art.

A Stay America hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

15. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Lakeland I4

11.1 km from Safari Wilderness

Parris

RM290

RM325 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A Howard Johnson hotel by Wyndham with a red roof, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland

13 km from Safari Wilderness

Amber

RM219

RM245 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a prominent tower, a red-tiled roof, and a landscaped entrance area with palm trees.

A pool area with a circular hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, surrounded by a red brick floor and yellow walls.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, a fruit display, and a television mounted on the wall.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland West

12.7 km from Safari Wilderness

Penny

RM242

RM295 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small dining area with a blue chair.

A row of motel buildings with balconies, a central walkway, and a clear sky.

A motel with a 'Welcome' sign, a covered parking area, and a 'Menu' sign advertising all meals under $4.

18. Motel 6 Lakeland, FL

13.3 km from Safari Wilderness

Selena

RM213

RM247 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A covered porch with two wooden chairs and a bench, overlooking a road and a body of water.

A single-story house with a light green exterior, a dark roof, and a front porch with two wooden chairs.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table with a vase of yellow flowers, a ceiling fan, and a piano in the background.

A car parked at an electric charging station.

19. Lakefront Retreat on Lake Ariana w/ EV Charger

19.7 km from Safari Wilderness

Katrina

RM470

RM1,366 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A motel with a parking lot containing several cars.

A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned quilt, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A staircase with ornate white railings and a chandelier.

A motel sign with amenities including phones, HBO, ESPN, pool, and budget rates.

20. Best Motel Lakeland

Parker Street, 15.9 km from Safari Wilderness

Nina

RM200

RM224 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Safari Wilderness

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Auburndale Inn & Suites	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland	8.6 Excellent 541 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Lakeland North I-4	9.6 Exceptional 355 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Lakeland	9.0 Wonderful 669 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Safari Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Kompose Boutique Resort at Theme Parks

10/10 Excellent

"Todo fue excellent"

Margaritaville Resort Orlando with H2O Waterpark

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful time!! Highly recommend"

Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Flamingo Crossing/Western Entrance

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay! Very well maintained and great location."

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS(r) Town Center

8/10 Good

"Clean and comfortable!"

Embassy Suites By Hilton Orlando Sunset Walk

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great. Front desk people, bartender. Food was really Good. Happy hour was a nice bonus also."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando at Flamingo Crossings

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and price, very clean and well-maintained"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando at Flamingo Crossings

10/10 Excellent

"Literally, everything was great, 20/10 recommendations!"

Quality Inn & Suites By the Parks

10/10 Excellent

"Clean hotel highly recommend!"

Westgate Vacation Villas Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful sight and friendly staff"

Other attractions near Safari Wilderness

Fantasy of Flight

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Fantasy of Flight during your trip to Polk City. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Big Cypress Golf Club

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lakeland at Big Cypress Golf Club. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail

You can take time to visit Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail during your travels to Polk City. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Tenoroc Shooting Sports

You can take time to visit Tenoroc Shooting Sports during your travels to Lakeland. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Shoppes of Lakeland

You can enjoy retail therapy at Shoppes of Lakeland during your trip to Lakeland. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Lakeland Square Mall

7.8/10 (576 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Lakeland Square Mall during your visit to Lakeland. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall

You can take time to visit Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall during your travels to Lakeland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Safari Wilderness?

Safari Wilderness is located in a welcoming area of Lakeland known for its array of dining options and sporting events. Lakeland is home to 486 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

Where is the best place to stay near Safari Wilderness?

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 6 outdoor pools and a free water park. You'll find it 20.5 mi (33.1 km) from Safari Wilderness. Other good choices in the area include Hilton Vacation Club Aqua Sol Orlando West and Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to Safari Wilderness?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Safari Wilderness.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Safari Wilderness, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Safari Wilderness.

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Our top choices for Safari Wilderness hotels

1. Best Western Auburndale Inn & Suites

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lakeland North I-4

4. Hampton Inn Lakeland

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakeland North I-4

7. Hyatt Place Lakeland Center

8. Best Western Premier Lakeland North

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland North - I-4 by IHG

10. The Terrace Hotel Lakeland, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Lakeland

12. Best Western Plus Lakeland

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lakeland

14. Clarion Pointe Lakeland I-4

15. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Lakeland I4

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lakeland

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeland West

18. Motel 6 Lakeland, FL

19. Lakefront Retreat on Lake Ariana w/ EV Charger

20. Best Motel Lakeland

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Top Safari Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Kompose Boutique Resort at Theme Parks

Margaritaville Resort Orlando with H2O Waterpark

Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Flamingo Crossing/Western Entrance

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS(r) Town Center

Embassy Suites By Hilton Orlando Sunset Walk

Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando at Flamingo Crossings

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando at Flamingo Crossings

Quality Inn & Suites By the Parks

Westgate Vacation Villas Resort

Other attractions near Safari Wilderness

Fantasy of Flight

Big Cypress Golf Club

Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail

Tenoroc Shooting Sports

Shoppes of Lakeland

Lakeland Square Mall

Cinemark Lakeland Square Mall

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