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The Best Hotel for Convention Travelers Who Want More than a Meeting Room

By Kate Cohen
March 9, 2026

 

Conventions, conferences, and expos offer some of the best opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate in every industry.

If you’re traveling from out of town to attend a large conference or event, why not stay somewhere that perks up your business trip?

A beautiful swimming pool surrounded by a hotel building a palm trees.

Conventions and conferences can seem like a blur of generic meeting rooms, impersonal expo spaces, and rushed meals between presentations.

Rosen Centre is the exception to the norm.

Ideal for business travelers looking for both comfort and convenience, Rosen Centre is the perfect place to stay while attending events in Orlando.

 

Key Takeaways

 

A Location That Can’t Be Beat

A white skywalk bridge with a red roof surrounded by palm trees and leading to a tall beige building.

Rosen Centre is conveniently located on International Drive at the center of Orlando’s thriving tourism scene.

The hotel is a favorite of guests attending events at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in part because of its direct connection to the OCCC via the covered skybridge. Some of the biggest conventions, conferences, competitions, and expos in the country are a short walk from comfortable accommodations.

Guests with post-meeting downtime also appreciate our proximity to Orlando’s major attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Theme parks, water parks, indoor skydiving, dinner theatre, museums, concerts, and sporting events are all only a short drive, rideshare, or shuttle ride from Rosen Centre.

Orlando’s major highways are all easily accessible, too, and the hotel is an easy 15-minute drive from Orlando International Airport.

 

 

Meeting Spaces That Are More Than “Just a Room”

Rosen Centre Meeting Ballroom Image

In addition to its proximity to the OCCC, Rosen Centre is one of the best venues for hosting business meetings in Orlando.

The hotel is home to over 160,000 square feet of elegant and flexible meeting space, including multiple ballrooms and 35 meeting rooms.

Tech-forward amenities like high-speed connectivity and AV support make hosting the most intricate and elaborate events easy, allowing you to impress attendees with professionalism and style.

While Rosen Centre’s beautiful and adaptable spaces are certainly a draw for organizations around the world, it’s the hotel’s award-winning banquet and catering services that leave a lasting impression on clients and guests.

Onsite event planning and catering teams help simplify logistics while delivering exceptional service.

Customized menus satisfy and delight busy attendees, keeping energy and spirits boosted throughout events.

Whatever vision you have in mind for your gathering, the Rosen Centre events team can help make your concept a reality.

 

A Resort‑Level Stay for the Convention Traveler

Two queen beds with gray headboards against a blue painted wall in a room at Rosen Centre.

Any event planner knows rest and downtime are key to a productive event.

Rosen Centre is home to 1,254 spacious guest rooms and 80 suites, all offering peaceful and comfortable respite from social and professional engagement.

Room amenities including 50” HDTVs, mini-refrigerators, and coffee makers offer similar comforts to home, while multi-outlet connectivity bars and complimentary Wi-Fi keep guests connected when it matters most.

ADA compliant rooms are available upon request, as are a limited number of dog-friendly rooms.

 

Dining That Turns Business Travel into Culinary Exploration

A beautiful steak on a bed of fresh vegetables at Everglades Restaurant.

There’s nothing quite like a great meal at the end of a long day.

At Rosen Centre, guests don’t need to venture offsite to enjoy a variety of cuisines, from fine dining to casual poolside menus.

Everglades Restaurant is Rosen Centre’s signature steakhouse, offering a unique environment and upscale dining room adorned with glowing aquariums and life-size sculptures of native Florida wildlife.

At Everglades, you’ll find an extensive menu of elegant dishes with an emphasis on local ingredients like freshly caught seafood, sustainably grown beef, and even Florida farm-raised alligator.

Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill combines tropical poolside vibes with flavors and ingredients of the Caribbean.

Pair dishes like mojo chicken, St. Lucia pork ribs, and ropa vieja with a crisp beer or a refreshing cocktail for a casual meal that transports you to the islands.

98Forty Tapas & Tequila combines Mexican cuisine and Spanish tapas for a special selection of easily enjoyable salsas, guacamoles, tacos, quesadillas, and nachos.

Banshoo Sushi Bar serves freshly made sushi and sashimi, as well as comforting starters like miso soup and chicken or pork gyoza.

Two hands toast with bright pink cocktails over plates of food beside a pool.

Enjoy your food from Harry’s Poolside, 98 Forty, and Banshoo while sipping a cocktail in the comfortable lounge area of Sam & Bubbe’s, a spacious lobby bar with HDTVs and plenty of seating.

Open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., Café Gauguin offers bountiful breakfast buffets featuring hearty dishes with global flavors.

For on-the-go dining options, Red’s Deli serves up made-to-order sandwiches and pizzas, a love letter to the deli counters of New York City. Grab a breakfast sandwich or fresh baked good to start your day and enjoy deli specialties until the counter closes at midnight.

Jumpstart your day with a jolt of caffeine from Smoooth Java Coffee Bar, serving freshly brewed Starbucks coffee, fruit smoothies, and gourmet pastries as early as 6:30 a.m.

Whatever Rosen Centre guests are craving, chances are they won’t have to leave the hotel to find it.

 

Balance Productivity with Wellness and Relaxation

A dimly lit room with rows of neatly made chaise lounges, adorned with flowers and glasses of champagne.

Tucked into a quiet corner of the hotel’s lobby is The Spa at Rosen Centre, a soothing getaway amidst the hustle and bustle of traveling guests.

This full-service spa offers a variety of indulgent massages, facials, and wellness treatments that perfectly balance the busyness of a business trip.

Monthly specials incorporate seasonal ingredients for a truly relaxing experience that leaves guests refreshed and refocused for whatever lies ahead.

 

Inviting Networking Spaces That Foster Collaboration

A poolside event at Rosen Centre with lounge furniture and colorful balls on the pool surface.

Rosen Centre is home to a variety of spaces ideal for networking and connecting with colleagues without getting lost in the crowd.

Quiet seating areas throughout the meeting space lobbies offer opportunities for one-on-one conversations or catching up on work between sessions.

Casual lounges, bars, and poolside areas are perfect for informal meetups and small satellite events for VIPs and focus groups.

It’s easy to execute a memorable event when guests feel comfortable conducting business and networking in a space designed for success at every level.

 

Why Rosen Centre Stands Tall Among Orlando Convention Hotels

The exterior of Rosen Centre, standing tall with palm trees and the front sign. Rosen Centre is a great hotel for convention travelers who want more than just a room.

For decades, Rosen Centre has raised the standard of what organizations and individuals can expect from a convention hotel.

Consistently recognized for exemplary service, Rosen Centre associates work hard to ensure a positive guest experience for each and every person that walks through the hotel’s doors.

Elevate your next convention experience by staying at a hotel where business and pleasure aren’t exclusive to one another.

If you’re looking for the perfect place to host your organization’s next event, your attendees will be grateful you took comfort, convenience, and care into consideration throughout the planning process.

Consider Rosen Centre for your next event or conference stay. We look forward to hosting you.

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