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The value-priced CoCo Key Water Resort-Orlando is set to debut April 15 offering a fun and affordable option for families.

The Key West-themed property combines a casual tropical hotel setting with a water park that features four pools, eight water slides and poolside entertainment designed for children ages 2-12 in a safe and friendly environment.

Bookings open for the 386-room resort, with rates ranging from $99 to $149 per room per night, and water park amenity access for just $19 per room per day (for up to four people).

“We know that affordability remains the driving factor for most families when it comes to vacation planning, so we’ve purpose-built this CoCo Key resort as an alternative that not only addresses value but also delivers a comprehensive resort experience that’s memorable and fun for the whole family,” said Frank Fry, general manager of the property.

CoCo Key features brightly colored cabanas, swaying palms, fragrant hibiscus, native artwork and thatched roofs

. The 54,000-square-foot canopy covered and outdoor water park features eight adventure water slides; CoCo’s Beach; Parrot’s Perch, an interactive play island; Minnow Lagoon featuring a zero-entry pool for younger children; Coral Reef Cove, a teen pool; and an outdoor splash pad.

Families also can enjoy a 6,500-square-foot video arcade; snack bar; outdoor lounge; Parakeet’s Playhouse, a 4,800-square-foot activities room for kids; and a function space for a variety of celebrations.

A separate grotto area can be found towards the front of the resort for adults. Biscayne Bay offers a private pool, hot tub/spa with a waterfall, fire pit and four spa cabanas for massages.

The resort has 12 buildings all themed to the Florida Keys, including eight two-bedroom suites, four junior suites, and a combination of rooms that connect not only side-by-side but back-to -back.

It also offers a $30 price break on those connecting rooms, making CoCo Key an option for larger families and groups.

Guestroom amenities include 37-inch, flat-screen TVs with high-def feeds; Wi-Fi, room service; granite showers and countertops; lighted vanities with large mirrors; and plenty of accessible outlets to charge electronics.

There is also a 1,000-square-foot fitness center featuring the latest in workout equipment; Gators Grab ‘N Go, a convenience store offering specialty coffees, ice cream treats, souvenirs and pool toys; and a business center.

For dining, CoCo Key has TradeWinds, a full-service restaurant serving breakfast and dinner; a food court including the Callaloo Grill that offers burgers, wraps, chicken fingers and soft serve ice cream; and a Pizza Hut Express.

The property is located in the heart of the Orlando vacation corridor at 7400 International Drive – a five minute-drive from Universal Orlando; five minute-minute drive from Sea World/Aquatica, and a 10-minute drive from the Walt Disney World.

CoCo Key also is a Destination Universal Resort offering guests free transportation to and from the Universal Orlando theme parks and Universal CityWalk entertainment complex, as well as to and from SeaWorld and Aquatica and Wet n’ Wild.

There also is free vacation planning assistance and access to tickets and information at the Destination Universal Desk in the hotel lobby, as well as golf reservations and complimentary transportation to select area courses offered through the Golf Universal Program.

CoCo Key-Orlando, created in partnership with Wave Development LLC, Sage Hospitality Resources and CNL Lifestyle Properties, Inc., is the 10th CoCo Key Water Resort in the U.S. Managed and developed by Sage Hospitality Resources, other CoCo Key Water Resorts can be found in

Rockford, Ill., Omaha, Neb., Kansas City, Mo., Cincinnati, Columbus, Ohio, Danvers, Mass., Fitchburg, Mass., Waterbury, Conn., and Mt. Laurel, N.J.

Book CoCo Key-Orlando by calling 407-351-2626

or by selecting the Orlando tab at

www.cocokeywaterresort.com