THE EDGEWATER HOTEL, Winter Garden

The Edgewater Hotel - A historic 1926 Winter Garden landmark with on-site dining and direct trail access

Step back in time at this authentic 1926 historic hotel, offering a modern bed & breakfast experience while preserving its original character. Located on the second and third floors of the building in Winter Garden, The Edgewater Hotel features individually decorated rooms with antique furnishings, gel-infused memory foam mattresses, and period-style décor. Four distinct dining options occupy the ground floor: Thai Blossom restaurant, The Tasting Room for small plates and craft drinks, The Chef's Table fine dining restaurant, and Scoops Old Fashioned Ice Cream Store. The property also houses Earl Brigham's Barber Shop, where guests can get an old-fashioned haircut in a setting reminiscent of the Saturday Evening Post. History enthusiasts will appreciate that the hotel once hosted businessmen, the Washington Senators during spring training, and celebrities like Clark Gable. Positioned directly on the 22-mile West Orange Trail, this Winter Garden hotel stands within walking distance of the restored Garden Theatre, Plant Street Market, and downtown's numerous shops, restaurants, and weekly Farmer's Market.

Pros

The building features a continuously operational sprinkler system and elevator dating back to 1926

Located less than 30 minutes from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and major Orlando attractions

Peach Sky Productions offers food tours combining Winter Garden cuisine sampling with historical walking tours

Friday evenings feature live music in the gazebo in front of the hotel from 7-9 PM

The Oakland Nature Preserve with wetland boardwalk is accessible from the nearby West Orange Trail

Cons

The hotel is located 18.5 miles from Orlando Executive Airport

Rooms are situated on the second and third floors only