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Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention CentervsDrury Inn & Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center and Drury Inn & Suites Orlando are both rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center is the choice of most writers compared to Drury Inn & Suites Orlando. Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center comes in at 80 with approval from 8 reviews including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Zagat.
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
Independent Travel + Leisure
6000 W. Osceola Pkwy., Kissimmee, FL 34746
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "Gaylord Palms has its own restaurants, recreational facilities, shops, and the Canyon Ranch Spa Club."
Star Service "This Southern-flavored convention-resort follows the blueprint of its Nashville sibling Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, offering an upscale biospheric experience." Full review
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You can choose between soft orange or deep blue color schemes, though all units share the same well-rounded amenity roster.
Gayot "This elaborate, decidedly Southern resort... pays tribute to distinctive regions and eras of Florida that are rich in history and charm, though often underrepresented."
Zagat "It may be centered on a convention center, but this sprawling 63-acre Marriott resort in Kissimmee also attracts leisure travelers."
Frommer's "It's a convention center in disguise, but the Gaylord Palms appeals to vacationers, too, and is not your run-of-the-mill resort." Full review
Fodor's "Built in the style of a grand turn-of-the-20th-century Florida mansion, this resort is meant to inspire awe." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hotel has a lush atrium and rooms, two on-site pools, a Canyon Ranch spa, golf putting course, and croquet lawn." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This is, without a doubt, the most massive hotel in Orlando, and it’s popular as a conference center... and a family resort." Full review
Independent "Fans of 1972 sci-fi classic Silent Running will be at home in this uber-cool domed environment encompassing 1,718 rooms and five acres of indoor delights that feel like the great outdoors"
Travel + Leisure "It’s near everything, but also in a world of its own, thanks to towering glass atriums with native flora and fauna and scenes made to feel like other destinations...kids go crazy for the water park"
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Drury Inn & Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort Fodor's Frommer's
Oyster
The Telegraph
7301 West Sand Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819
From $70/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "The sunny, marble-floored lobby; well-appointed rooms; and sincere, cheerful service give the impression of a much pricier hotel." Full review
Frommer's "Design is fresh in rust browns and greens, rooms are wider than the industry average, and there are tons of free extras." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"The three-pearl Drury Inn & Suites Orlando offers easy access to Universal Studios Orlando Resort and a plethora of freebies." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"This consistent, cost-conscious national chain, based in St Louis, Missouri, is a relative newcomer to Florida but still delivers value for money with a flourish, including half-board value at room-only prices." Full review
