Where to stay?

The Lantern Resort across the street

I would say it depends on how close you want to be to Santa's Village. I have stayed at The Lancaster Motor Inn which is about 15 minutes away and I have also stayed at the Quality Inn which is about 40 minutes away. The closeness of The Lancaster Motor Inn is very convenient and the staff is very friendly. The Quality Inn had bigger rooms and plenty of convenient stores and restaurants nearby. Hope this helps you.