At the center of the Clarion Inn and Suites At International Drive is a stylish pool and hot tub surrounded by greenery and a deck dotted with black and white umbrellas, sleek black lounge chairs, and a canopy draped over two modern couches that appeals to business travelers who need to relax after a long workday. The stylish feel of the pool area and the hip furnishings of Scene Cafe and Lounge -- that features a pool table and chic bar with a flat-screen TV -- differs from the hotel's traditionally decorated hallways and lobby. This budget hotel has a family-friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

The Clarion Inn and Suites has a prime Orlando location, convenient for business travelers and families. The hotel is a three-minute walk to the International Drive and 10 minutes to the Orange County Convention Center. Free transportation from the hotel to Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando takes 10 minutes. But attractions are also easily reachable by public transportation. Within a six-minute car ride from the hotel is SeaWorld (or 14 minutes by bus). The Orlando International Airport is 16 minutes by car. There's a Walgreens, Red Lobster, and McDonald's within a five-minute walk.

Rooms are bright, clean, and traditionally furnished with dark wood accents, spacious bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, electronic safes, and flat-screen TVs. Suites have kitchenettes with microwaves and mini-fridges, small living rooms, and balconies with views of the pool area or the pretty courtyard. There is no elevator, though, for rooms on the second floor.

The highlight here is a stylish outdoor pool with hot tub, lounge chairs, and shaded lounge areas. There is an on-site E-Z Rent-A-Car shop that is convenient for travelers who want to explore the Orlando area. A small, bright gym with fresh towels, water, and a flat-screen TV is also convenient for business travelers. The on-site small laundry room -- with two washers and two dryers -- sells detergent, appealing to families and other travelers who don't want to return home with piles of dirty laundry.