• Several resorts near SeaWorld Orlando are pet-friendly, however, they often require a refundable damage deposit, daily fee or cleaning fee.Dog on a throne image by berio from Fotolia.com
  
  SeaWorld is a theme park that features shows, rides, exhibits and marine animal interaction. Aquatica, SeaWorld's water park, and Discovery Cove, SeaWorld's interactive marine haven, provide countless opportunities for memorable experiences like swimming with dolphins. Visitors can stay just minutes away from SeaWorld in one of the nearby luxurious, family-friendly and pet-friendly resorts.
  
  

Doubletree Resort Orlando---International Drive

• The Doubletree Resort offers a convenient location next door to SeaWorld and Aquatica. The resort offers complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal theme parks. Guests can make a splash in the three swimming pools, including two children's pools and a lagoon pool featuring a waterfall. Families can have fun playing mini golf or let the children hang out in the Kid's Lounge. The Doubletree Resort has a business center and a fitness center. Guests can relax at the on-site L'Esprit full-service day spa. Suites feature Sweet Dreams beds, flat screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Travelers can vacation with their pet, as Doubletree Resort is dog- and cat-friendly (a fee is required.) Dining options on-site include Bamboo Grille, Bangli, Max's Deli, Red Parrot and Tropical Isle.
  
  Doubletree Resort Orlando---International Drive
  10100 International Drive
  Orlando, FL 32821
  407-352-1100
  doubletreeorlandoidrive.com
  
  

Grand Bohemian Hotel

• The luxurious Grand Bohemian Hotel opens in April 2010. The hotel offers first-class hospitality and a blend of art and music. Orlando's theme parks, such as SeaWorld, are located just minutes away. The hotel features the Poseidon Spa, as well as a whirlpool, heated indoor and outdoor swimming pool and exercise room. Business travelers will value the high-speed Internet access and business center. Guest rooms have LCD flat panel TVs, luxury bedding and in-room coffee service. The on-site Boheme Restaurant and Bosendorfer Lounge provide an art-inspired dining experience. The private concierge lounge serves a complimentary continental breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres.
  
  Grand Bohemian Hotel
  325 S. Orange Ave.
  Orlando, FL 32801
  407-313-9000
  marriott.com/hotels/travel/mcoak-grand-bohemian-hotel-orlando-autograph-collection
  
  

Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa

• Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa is located just two miles away from SeaWorld and Universal Orlando theme parks. The resort has seven heated outdoor pools, seven hot tubs, four wading pools, as well as a lakeside marina and dock. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy on-site basketball, horseshoes, mini golf, shuffleboard, tennis, volleyball and a fitness center. The resort features a 24-hour business center and the world-class Serenity Spa by Westgate. Guest rooms include color TVs, DVD players, full baths and kitchenettes. Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa is pet-friendly, however, a non-refundable cleaning fee and refundable deposit are required. Pizza Hut Express, Sid's Deli, Westgate Smokehouse Grill and The Marketplace are located on-site.
  
  Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa
  10000 Turkey Lake Road
  Orlando, FL 32819
  407-345-0000
  wglakes.com