Rodeway Inn & Suites Winter Haven Chain of Lakes

Rodeway Inn & Suites Winter Haven Chain of Lakes

1911 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33884, Auburndale, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 2.9 / 5

Overview

Rodeway Inn & Suites Winter Haven Chain of Lakes is an unfussy, low-rise, 3-star hotel on Cypress Gardens Blvd in Winter Haven (Auburndale area). It’s positioned as a practical base for exploring the Chain of Lakes area and nearby theme parks. Public guest ratings average 2.9/5 from 711 reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are described as straightforward and include Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living rooms with sofabeds, and some units include kitchenettes. Furnishings are noted as simple, with wood accents.

Amenities & On-site services

On-site features include a simple dining area, a heated outdoor pool, and guest laundry facilities. Parking and breakfast are available, and the property is pet-friendly. (Additional amenities are not documented.)

Location & nearby attractions

The hotel is about 2 miles from Cypress Gardens and roughly 3 miles from LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, with multiple LEGOLAND-related attractions nearby. Notable points of interest include LEGOLAND® Florida Water Park (about 1.3 km away), Cypress Gardens (about 1.3 km), LEGOLAND® Florida Resort (about 1.8 km), and PEPPA PIG Theme Park Florida (about 2.2 km). Farther afield are Bok Tower Gardens (about 14.2 km) and Circle B Bar Reserve (about 16.1 km).

Best for

This property best fits travelers who prioritize being close to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort and related attractions over a resort-style experience. It can also suit longer or more practical stays thanks to in-room microwaves/minifridges, suite layouts with sofabeds, and on-site guest laundry.

Travel tips

If your main goal is theme parks, plan around the nearby cluster of LEGOLAND® attractions (including the Water Park and rides like LEGO® NINJAGO® World and The Great LEGO® Race) located within a few kilometers. Confirm breakfast details at check-in, as guest feedback indicates expectations about “free breakfast” don’t always match the on-site offering. If traveling with a pet, clarify pet fees and deposit policies upfront before settling in.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the location as a major advantage, especially for visits to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort and nearby attractions. Several reviews mention pricing and billing friction, including deposits, discounts, and confusion around points/blackout periods. Negative feedback commonly points to cleanliness concerns (including pests and bathroom issues) and the need for updates/renovations, along with room-functionality problems (lighting, TV setup). Service experiences are mixed to negative in the excerpts, with repeated complaints about front-desk responsiveness and communication, as well as noise disturbances reported by some guests.

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