JW Marriott Orlando, Grande LakesvsDrury Inn & Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort
Both JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes and Drury Inn & Suites Orlando are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes scores significantly higher than Drury Inn & Suites Orlando. JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes comes in at 90 with endorsements from 13 reviews like Gayot, Lonely Planet and Star Service.
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes Show All Reviews
4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32837
From $193/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"The seeming isolation of the location of this 1,064-room luxury tower... lends the property an enviable natural tranquility that nearly all other Orlando mega-hotels lack."
Jetsetter
"Grand statement in Central Florida with five restaurants, a lazy river and a Greg Norman-designed golf course." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A sister property to the neighboring Ritz Carlton with shared facilities." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 998-room JW Marriott is one of the most luxurious resorts in Orlando, and not just because it shares a gorgeous golf course and spa with the adjacent Ritz-Carlton." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Sharing with the Ritz Carlton its spectacular and meticulously kept grounds as well as a long list of amenities, this luxurious property is one of the finest around."
Rough Guide
Star
"One of Orlando’s most luxurious hotels, this elegant building with an intimate feel and superb rooms shares the 500-acre Grande Lakes Orlando."
Star Service
"In a somewhat isolated location...15 minutes east of Walt Disney World and 10 minutes south of SeaWorld, this deluxe mega-resort is Marriott's flagship in central Florida." Full review
Gayot
"A few highlights include the Greg Norman-designed golf course and 40,000-square-foot spa with hydrotherapy and private lap pools."
Zagat
4.3
""When you need a bit of luxury", this "posh" Spanish colonial--style resort offers a "true oasis in Orlando", from the "courteous" staffers who greet you at the "grand entrance"."
Fodor's
"This hotel caters to a convention clientele, but it also has a European-style spa... and a lazy river–style pool complex, giving this lush resort family and leisure appeal." Full review
Drury Inn & Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort
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
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Drury Inn & Suites Orlando offers easy access to Universal Studios Orlando Resort and a plethora of freebies." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"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