DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando Restaurants Nearby
You can see it from the lobby. Walk across the street for real Italian food.
You Can See Your Dinner from the Hotel Lobby
Most nearby restaurant searches require scrolling, driving, and hoping for the best. At DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando, the search is over before it starts. Walk to the lobby, look across the street, and you will see Ciao Italia. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been at 6149 Westwood Blvd since 1991. Cross the street — about a 2-minute walk — and you are sitting at a table where handmade pasta, fresh sauces, and warm bread are the standard. No app needed. No reservation required most nights. No complicated directions. Just cross the street.
- Visible from the DoubleTree lobby
- 2-minute walk across the street
- No app or rideshare needed
- Handmade pasta, fresh sauces
- Italian wine list and beer
- $13 kids menu with gelato
- Walk-ins welcome
- Family-owned 35+ years
What Awaits Across the Street
Cross the street and you find a restaurant that feels like it belongs in a small Italian town, not on a busy Orlando boulevard. The lighting is warm. The tables are set properly. The server greets you like a neighbor. Then the food arrives. The Spaghetti con Polpette has house-made meatballs in a slow-cooked meat sauce. The Vitello alla Parmigiana is a breaded veal cutlet with marinara and melted mozzarella. The Linguine con Scampi is shrimp in garlic butter that fills the table with aroma. It is the kind of dinner that turns a good hotel stay into a great vacation memory. 6149 Westwood Blvd. (407) 354-0770. And if you happen to have a SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket from your trip, show it to your server and save 10% on dinner.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
Proximity
Across the street from DoubleTree
2-minute walk
Free parking available
About Dining Near DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando
DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando is perfectly positioned near SeaWorld, Aquatica, and the southern stretch of International Drive. The area has no shortage of chain restaurants, but guests who want something homemade and family-run have a great option 3 minutes from SeaWorld.
Ciao Italia sits at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, roughly 3 minutes from DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando. The Navarra family opened the doors in 1991 and has been cooking Italian food from scratch every night since. Open 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Free parking out front.
The dinner menu is built around homemade Italian food. Start with Carpaccio di Manzo or Zuppa di Pesce. Move to handmade pasta like Penne alla Vodka con Salmone or Tortellini con Brasato. Secondi include Salmone Toscano, Veal Piccata, and lamb chops with mashed potatoes. Italian wine and beer pair with every course. Kids get their own menu at $13 with gelato.
Over 35 years, the restaurant has collected more than 4,000 reviews and 9 awards. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly. A private dining room accommodates up to 60 guests for events or group dinners. Walk-ins welcome nightly, or call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando
Head north on Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is just up the road on the right side with free parking in front. The drive takes about 3 minutes. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32821. There is a free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. Open nightly from 5 to 10 PM.
More Questions About Dining Near DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando
Is there family-owned Italian food near DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando?
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd has been family-owned and operated by the Navarra family since 1991. It is about 3 minutes from DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando. Homemade pasta, Italian wine and beer, and a casual atmosphere every night from 5 to 10 PM.
Where can hotel guests eat near DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando?
Hotel guests at DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando can drive about 3 minutes to Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has served homemade Italian food since 1991. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Free parking in front.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ciao Italia from DoubleTree by Hilton SeaWorld Orlando?
Directly across the street — about a 2-minute walk from the hotel lobby.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front, though most DoubleTree guests just walk across the street.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato. Highchairs available.
Does Ciao Italia take walk-ins?
Yes. Walk-ins welcome every night. For groups of 6+, call (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have wine and beer?
Yes. An Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food.
Does the SeaWorld ticket discount apply to drinks at Ciao Italia?
The 10% discount applies to food items on your dinner check. Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection to pair with your meal.
More From Ciao Italia
Walk Across the Street for Dinner
Handmade Italian food, directly across from DoubleTree. Family-owned since 1991.
Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.