Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Autograph CollectionvsDisney's Contemporary Resort
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. On balance, Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Autograph Collection scores significantly higher than Disney's Contemporary Resort. Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Autograph Collection has a TripExpert Score of 90 with approval from 13 reviewers like Zagat, Frommer's and Gayot.
Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Autograph Collection Show All Reviews
325 S. Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
From $147/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Urban sophistication and high art come to a city better known for animal mascots and scampering children... this is a good choice for those who prefer to stay well away from the circus."
Oyster
Luxury
"The 247-room Grand Bohemian Hotel is a stylish upscale property located in Downtown Orlando, near dining and nightlife." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"In the heart of downtown Orlando, this hotel pays tribute to the arts. Decadently luxurious, it showcases classic and contemporary artwork from local and internationally renowned artists."
Rough Guide
"Downtown’s most luxurious hotel is centrally located and has classy rooms decorated in soothing, earthy tones."
Star Service
"Long considered the best hotel downtown, it is a refined contemporary showplace that dominates the city center with award-winning service and well-regarded dining. " Full review
Gayot
"This intriguing representation of European Bohemia... has put Orlando on the map for a discerning and cultured jet set."
Zagat
4.2
"A "pleasant surprise in Downtown Orlando", this "luxurious", "NYC-style" retreat (part of Marriott's Autograph Collection) boasts a "truly unique ambiance"."
Frommer's
"It caters almost exclusively to the business and romance crowds, which means -- much to the satisfaction of the adult guests here -- you'll find almost no children on the premises." Full review
Fodor's
"Decorated in a sophisticated and eclectic "Bohemian" style, this European-style property is Downtown Orlando's only Four Diamond luxury hotel." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sophisticated city-center hotel close to Orlando’s theme parks, with a rooftop pool and lively jazz brunch." Full review
Disney's Contemporary Resort
4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $380/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"The monorail passes right through the middle of this concrete resort, where the rooms have recently undergone a complete renovation."
Rough Guide
"Disney monorail runs right through the centre of this hotel, which takes its exterior design from the futuristic fantasies of the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland."
Fodor's
"You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort next to the Magic Kingdom, as the monorail runs right through the lobby, making park hopping a breeze." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Contemporary is one of Disney’s original resorts, and it’s a favorite among kids both because it’s home to both Chef Mickey’s and the Monorail cuts right through the hotel." Full review
Gayot
"Spectacular views and convenient monorail station highlight this futuristic Disney icon."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Disney's Contemporary Resort has been extensively refurbished but still includes the monorail track running through the vast, enclosed foyer, providing a genuine Disney feel good experience." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Why book? This classic Disney resort has the best amenity possible—its backyard is the Magic Kingdom." Full review
Frommer's
"A midcentury architectural treasure, and indicative of the revolutionary methods that Walt Disney World hoped to pioneer...even if you can’t stay here, this is the best hotel to tour. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"The granddaddy of Disney resorts, the Contemporary's futuristic A-frame opened Walt Disney World in 1971 but feels uninspired and disappointing by today's standards." Full review