Athlete's Arena
If you love sports as much as you enjoy luxury and relaxation, this 12-bedroom mansion is sheer perfection. At the Athlete’s Arena villa in Villatel Village, you’ll score major points for booking a vacation home that has its very own sports simulator, movie theater, massive swimming pool, two game rooms, and more. For the kids, three over-the-top themed bedrooms will win their hearts—and one is perfect for little sports fanatics.
About the Resort: Minutes from Disney and Orlando's top attractions, this exceptional resort features 71 expansive, ultra-unique villas and estates, as well as incredible resort amenities—including a state-of-the-art Event & Conference Center, which plays host to exclusive programming, events, and classes, and can be reserved for private functions. Guests also receive complimentary access to a covered playground, sports courts, and a grand resort pool with a lazy river, water slide, and on-site dining.
Entrance/Great Room: Your guests won’t believe their luck when they set foot in the grand foyer and the adjacent great room, which are decorated with gorgeous Contemporary furniture and finishes. Lounge on the stylish sofa and chairs, catch a game or movie on the oversized TV together, and get ready to explore the rest of this 7,200-square-foot palace that sleeps up to 34 guests.
Kitchen/Dining Room: The party always spills over into the kitchen—and this stunning open-plan chef’s kitchen is dressed to impress with its sleek black-and-white cabinetry, white marble countertops, and top-end appliances. Hang out on stools at the kitchen island, or enjoy a sit-down feast together at the expansive dining table.
Pool & Patio: Bring your bathing suits, because a massive, sparkling swimming pool awaits just outside. In this private oasis, relax in the spillover spa or get sporty with a range of games from pool basketball to ping-pong to foosball. With its beautiful summer kitchen and covered patio deck with tables and chairs, this is the place for epic alfresco gatherings.
Arcade Room: Back inside, you’ll find the first in a series of unbelievable recreation spaces. This one’s devoted to the arcade games of your youth, from Pac-Man to air hockey.
Sports Simulator Room: Down the hall, sports-loving guests won’t believe their eyes when they discover the garage that’s been transformed into a sports simulator room. In this high-tech haven, you can spend hours honing your skills or trying the moves of your favorite athlete.
Game Loft: The second floor boasts even more family fun: the loft game center offers a pool table, darts, ring toss, wall Scrabble, and more.
Movie Theater: Grab the movie snacks and popcorn and settle into one of the 15 comfy recliners (the first row is custom-made just for kids) in your private movie theater. This is what vacation memories and family fun are made of.
Fitness Room: Stay fit and work up a sweat in your private gym—fully equipped with a top-of-the-line stationary bike, treadmill, and free weights. For extra motivation, turn on the TV and connect via app to a virtual trainer.
Themed Bedrooms: The kids will marvel at the three over-the-top themed bedrooms (one on the first floor and two upstairs) that double as playrooms. Each one is a creative masterpiece and imaginative wonderland.
First up is the Sports Palace room–the special “12th Bedroom” in the house, and easily the most elaborate and spacious. Capture the hearts of your aspiring athletes with this room’s stadium-style bunk beds, colorful décor, and a super slide. Playtime here is a major sporting event for your little MVPs, and bedtime is stress-free because kids will never want to leave this sporty hideout.
In the Enchanted Forest room, kids will love exploring an alpine wonderland of cozy cottages (aka bunk beds), ladders, and fanciful wall art that will remind them of their favorite snow-princess movie. Make-believe has never been more fun, and bedtime is cozy and inviting in this Nordic fairyland.
The Secret Galaxy room will transport them to an incredible forest moon complete with mountains in the distance and a green jungle overhead. They’ll love hanging out in this lush hideaway with its “treehouse” bunk beds, woodland wall art, and river-like slide—all reminiscent of beloved blockbuster sci-fi movies.
Bedrooms (King, Queen, & Full): Nine additional exquisite bedrooms with en suite baths cater to grownup tastes with sleek Contemporary décor and every comfort imaginable. You’ll find three on the first floor and six upstairs—each one providing the space, privacy, and relaxation that vacations are all about.
Adjoining all the master bedrooms, the spacious master baths are appointed with the finest materials and offer tubs and showers, double sink vanities, and walk-in closets. Downstairs, the master queen bedroom features a double-door walkout to the pool area.
Attractions & Resort Amenities: In addition to the championship-level amenities of the Athlete’s Arena villa, experience all of Orlando’s famous attractions and dining destinations, including:
• Disney Parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Typhoon Lagoon, Blizzard Beach): ~23 minute drive
• Universal Parks (Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Volcano Bay): ~28 minute drive
• SeaWorld: ~26 minute drive
• World-Class Shopping & Dining (International Drive, Downtown Orlando, and Kissimmee): 28 - 40 minute drive
• Groceries & Convenience Shops (Publix, Target, and more): 6-10 minute drive
You’re also invited to enjoy all of the luxe amenities reserved for guests of Solterra Resort: tennis courts, a lazy river, fitness center, and more. Plus, you’ll gain access to the private, covered playground and scenic grounds at Villatel Village Resort, as well as its 15,000-square-foot Event & Conference Center, featuring fitness classes, entertainment, food experiences, and ticketed events.
Villa Tell-All: We’re not ones for secrets! Scroll for important details about this villa:
• Pool heat is available throughout your stay for an added fee.
• This home is equipped with one Pack n’ Play & 1 high chair (additional are available for rent).
• The kitchen and bathroom are stocked with essentials to get you started (perfect for when those flights arrive late in the evening!); plan to purchase additional items for the balance of your stay.
• This home’s driveway accommodates up to 5 cars WITH parking passes placed in the windshields; cars parked on the street will be towed.
• Additional LIMITED parking is available nearby (~1 mile away) on a first-come, first-serve basis. Total number of cars per villa cannot exceed 5.
Get ready to win big with your vacation guests—book The Athlete’s Arena today!
*This property is not owned, promoted, affiliated with, or endorsed by Walt Disney World Resort, SeaWorld, or Universal Orlando Resort
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See all accommodationPool & spa heat is available for a daily add-on fee. Once heated, pool temperatures are set to reach 82-86 degrees Fahrenheit; spas are set to reach 102 degrees Fahrenheit. Depending on the weather, it can take up to 24 hours to heat the pool, so it is recommended that you reserve pool heat in advance of your stay if you’d like to add this service.
No, pool heat distributes heat to both the pool and the spa simultaneously; the spa will not be warm if pool heat isn’t turned on. Turn the manual timer on the lanai wall to turn on the spa jets and heat the spa up to 102 degrees Fahrenheit. When the jets are on, the heat will be directed toward the spa and away from the pool. Note that the spas are not “hot tubs”; they will not reach temperatures usually associated with hot tubs and cannot be heated on their own, separate from the pool.
‘Cold fronts’ in the winter months (i.e. temps below 60 degrees) can cause the pool equipment to stop functioning; this does not constitute mechanical failure and refunds for pool heat will not be issued.
Yes, every pool at Villatel Village features a spa.
Yes, all of our pools are equipped with a child-friendly safety gate between the lanai and the pool area.
To make sure you have the smoothest trip possible, we recommend renting a car after you arrive from any of the major car rental companies. It’s the quickest and easiest way to get to all of your Orlando vacation destinations, as well as shopping and restaurants. And the rental companies are located right inside the airport, so you don’t have to waste a minute on a shuttle.
Up to 5 cars are permitted per reservation.
If you’ve reserved a 6-bedroom villa, you can park 2-3 standard size cars in the driveway. 11- and 12- bedroom units fit up to 5 standard size cars in the driveway. If extra parking is needed, there are designated street parking spots throughout Solterra Resort (marked by white lines). These overflow spots are not located within the Villatel Village neighborhood of the resort; they are ~.5 - 1 mile away. Cars parked on the grass or blocking a driveway/sidewalk will be towed. Every car MUST obtain a parking pass upon entry into the community from the front gate and always display it on their dashboard. RVs, large vans, tractors, and buses are not permitted inside the resort.
Please place bagged trash in the bin outside your villa for collection. Pick-up begins as early as 6am, so please plan accordingly for same-day pick-ups. Loose trash will not be picked up; please ensure all trash is bagged and properly tied up.