Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & SpavsSignia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek are both endorsed by experts. On balance, Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek ranks marginally better than Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek is ranked #10 in Orlando with recommendations from 8 reviewers including Zagat, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
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4401 Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $544/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"You can't pick a more dreamily convenient Disney hotel—it's a single monorail stop away from the Magic Kingdom, and four from Epcot."
Fodor's
"The view across the lake to the Magic Kingdom is spectacular, day or night, as you can see the colors change on the Cinderella Castle along with the fireworks." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Grand Floridian, Disney's crown jewel, is as elegant as it is expensive." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This opulent Victorian-style resort features a magnificent five-story lobby topped by an ornate stained-glass dome."
Rough Guide
"Gabled roofs, verandas and crystal chandeliers are among the frivolous variations on early Florida resort architecture at Disney’s most upmarket hotel, complete with a full-service spa."
Michelin Guide
"Disney's most luxurious property is a Victorian-era waterside complex set on 40 acres along Magic Kingdom's monorail route."
Travel + Leisure
"With gas lamps and wicker chairs in this sprawling neo-Victorian manse, Cindarella, Prince Charming, and the wicked stepsisters feel right at home." Full review
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Don't miss the dingin at Citricos or Victoria & Albert's (one of the best restaurants in Florida) and take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Disney's Magic Kingdom.
Travel + Leisure
"Just like the resort it’s housed in, the spa is meant to evoke the feel of a turn-of-the-20th-century escape." Full review
Gayot
"The splendor of Florida's high society, resort living of the early 1900s recalls the atmosphere of an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Modelled on the classic Hotel Del Coronado near San Diego, California, this historic-styled property is Disney’s crown jewel and most upmarket offering." Full review
Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, FL 32821
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upscale
"This 1,000-room Hilton is an oasis of adult calm amid frenetic child-centric Disney World -- literally, as it's actually within the gates of Disney." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"While most guests book their stay at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek to visit neighboring Disney World, anywhere else, the hotel would be a destination unto itself." Full review
Star Service
"With that said, Hilton Orlando, located at the far end of International Drive, proves a pluckier pick, with resortier guest rooms and a pool that is a smidge better.
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i
The children's programs are extensive and very popular, so parents should be sure to book early.
Zagat
4.0
"Whether you're "doing business in the area" or "hitting the parks with the family", this "lovely" resort satisfies with "modern", "upscale" quarters."
Fodor's
"The Hilton is not quite as plush as its neighbor the Waldorf Astoria Orlando, but it has a load of amenities and appeals to families." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The sister resort to neighbouring Waldorf Astoria, with a location in Walt Disney World that affords views of the Magic Kingdom’s fireworks while retaining a secluded, elegant feel." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Stay in one of the many Disney-sanctioned properties with easy access to the parks, such as Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, and relax at your resort in between park visits"
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Frommer's
"Linked to the Waldorf Astoria by a convention hall and set in 482 mostly unbuilt acres, the hotel has rooms that lack balconies, which is a real bummer, but it’s on Disney turf, which counts for a lot" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Surrounded by Walt Disney World and boasting a big pool with a lazy river and a slide, this quintessential full-service resort makes an excellent alternative to comparable resorts on Disney property." Full review