River island
Full kitchens, nine restaurants, and a spa — all in Kissimmee.
A place to stay in Kissimmee
River Island is a hotel in Kissimmee, Florida, with accommodation ranging from 50 m² studio suites to 158 m² three-bedroom villas. Every room has a private kitchen, balcony, and patio, which suits stays of more than a night or two. The property has nine on-site restaurants, a swimming pool, hot tub, spa, and fitness center. Parking is free and on-site. The Google rating is 4.7/5 across 59 reviews.
Who this stay suits
A self-contained hotel with villa-style rooms, full kitchens, and substantial dining and leisure facilities on-site.
Best for
- Families wanting extra space and kitchen access
- Groups booking multi-bedroom villas
- Guests who prefer not to eat out every night
- Longer stays in the Kissimmee area
Less suited to
- Travelers wanting a compact, lower-cost room
- Those seeking a walkable urban neighborhood
Outdoor pool and hot tub
The pool area includes a swimming pool and a hot tub, along with a sun terrace, outdoor furniture, a picnic area, and BBQ facilities. There is also an outdoor fireplace and garden space.
Villa and suite accommodations
Room sizes run from 50 m² studios to 158 m² three-bedroom villas. Several villa categories include a spa bath, and two-bedroom and three-bedroom options are available with golf views and private balconies.
Nine restaurants on-site
With nine restaurants on the property, guests rarely need to leave for a meal. The range covers multiple dining occasions across a single stay, which is a practical advantage for families or groups.
Activities and recreation
The fitness center covers gym workouts, while the property also has tennis equipment, bicycle rental, water sport facilities, aerobics, bike tours, and evening entertainment run by activity staff.
Rooms & suites
Standard Studio
50 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed OR 1 sofa bed OR 2 large double beds
- Entire studio
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Suite
61 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed AND 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Villa
56 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed AND 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Studio Suite
50 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 large double beds / 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Villa
111 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed AND 2 large double beds / 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- View
Two-Bedroom Villa - Communications and Mobility Accessible
118 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed AND 2 large double beds / 1 sofa bed
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Two-Bedroom Standard Room
111 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Two-Bedroom Villa with Golf View
119 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed / 1 sofa bed / 2 large double beds
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- View
- Air conditioning
Three-Bedroom Villa
158 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed AND 3 large double beds / 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Three-Bedroom Villa with Golf View
158 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed / 1 sofa bed / 3 large double beds
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- View
- Air conditioning
Standout features
Inside River island
Amenities at River island
Great for your stay
- 9 restaurants
- Parking
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
On the map
Things to do nearby
- Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail attraction 1.63 km
- Harambe Station train station 1.7 km
Where to eat
- Maji Pool Bar fast food 0.98 km
- Sanaa Lounge bar 1.17 km
- Sanaa restaurant 1.17 km
- Boma restaurant 1.39 km
- The Mara fast food 1.39 km
- Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar bar 1.41 km
River Island holds a 4.7/5 Google rating from 59 reviewers. Specific review themes were not available for detailed breakdown, but the overall score points to consistent satisfaction. The property is flagged for its location rating and free private parking as stand-out practical positives.
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is River Island located?
The hotel is in Kissimmee, Florida. Nearby points include the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at 1.6 km and several restaurants and bars within 1.5 km, including Sanaa, Boma, and Jiko.
Is parking available, and does it cost extra?
Free private parking is available on-site. No additional fee is listed in the property facts.
What room types are available?
There are ten room categories: studio suites, one-bedroom suites, one-bedroom villas, two-bedroom villas (including an accessible option and a golf-view variant), two-bedroom standard rooms, and three-bedroom villas with or without golf views.
Do rooms have kitchens?
Yes. Every room has a private kitchen with a stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee machine, toaster, and kitchenware. Full self-catering is possible in any category.
How many restaurants are on-site?
There are nine on-site restaurants. Additional dining options nearby include Sanaa, Boma, Jiko, and Maji Pool Bar, all within roughly 1.5 km of the property.
Is there a pool and spa?
Yes. The property has an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, and a spa. A fitness center is also on-site.
Is River Island suitable for families?
The property has family rooms and villa options with multiple bedrooms and full kitchens. On-site activities include evening entertainment, aerobics, bingo, and water sports, which can suit families with children.
What is the lowest nightly rate?
Studio Suites start from $181/night. Rates rise to $373/night for a Three-Bedroom Villa with Golf View. All room prices are shown at the time of booking and may vary by date.
Are there balconies or outdoor spaces?
Every room category includes a balcony and patio. The property also has a sun terrace, garden, BBQ facilities, picnic area, and outdoor fireplace available to guests.
Is there WiFi?
Free WiFi is included throughout the property.
Is there a golf course nearby?
A golf course is within 3 km of the property. Two villa room types also have direct golf views.
What activities are available on-site?
The property has a fitness center, tennis equipment, bicycle rental, bike tours, aerobics classes, water sport facilities, bingo, live music, happy hour, and evening entertainment run by dedicated activity staff.