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The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande LakesvsHyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes scores significantly better than Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes scores 98 with endorsements from 14 reviewers including Forbes Travel Guide, The Telegraph and Concierge.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Frommer's
Concierge
Jetsetter
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Fodor's
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32837
From $399/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Debuting back in 2003, the Ritz-Carlton Orlando has fast become one of the city's best destinations for deep-pocketed travelers." Full review
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A recent addition to the Grande Lakes resort's outdoor activities is a zipline adventure, with two separate courses to choose from, each with multilevel structures, poles, cables, platforms, and unique climbing elements.
Concierge "The lakes and nature preserve surrounding the sprawling Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes makes the resort feel far removed from the theme parks."
Jetsetter "Plush escape from the theme park frenzy with a serene spa, golf and haute fare in a family-friendly setting." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Located about 15 minutes from both Disney and Universal Studios on the beautiful (and massive) Grande Lakes resort grounds, the Ritz-Carlton is one of the best luxury hotels in Orlando." Full review
Star Service " Around-the-clock room service, daily newspapers, complimentary shoeshine, twice-daily maid service, and a well-connected concierge round out the options." Full review
Gayot "Located on the Grande Lakes Orlando resort, this Italianate-style hotel offers class and elegance in a city riddled with inexpensive chains catering to the theme park crowds."
Zagat4.5
""No one does it like Ritz-Carlton does" rave fans who come to be "bathed in elegance" at this "large, convention-sized" resort in South Orlando, where "everything is top-notch"."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"It's here that you can find expertly crafted cocktails and rub shoulders with the property's many business travelers who come to the luxury resort for conferences." Full review
Fodor's "Exemplary service that extends from the porte-cochere entrance to the 18-hole golf course, restaurants, children's programs, and 40-room spa." Full review
Afar Magazine "56 Club Level guest rooms that offer spectacular views of Orlando, the golf course, lakes and gardens." Full review
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
DK Eyewitness Gayot Zagat Fodor's Oyster Jetsetter Star Service
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
1 Grand Cypress Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32836
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness "Waterfalls, caves, grottoes, and rope bridges surround the pool at this upscale resort. There is plenty on offer for guests of every age."
Gayot "This elegant 18-story, V-shaped hotel overlooks an exotic 1,500-acre property and aims to be for adults what Disney is for children---a whirlwind of fantasy and play."
Zagat3.8
"Repeat visitors "can't get enough" of this "wonderful", "luxurious" resort that's "great for couples or families" and features "beautiful" grounds."
Fodor's "Sitting amid 1,500 palm-filled acres just outside Disney's back gate, this huge luxury resort hotel has a private lake with watercraft, three golf courses, and miles of trails for strolling." Full review
OysterUpscale
"TheHyatt Regency Grand Cypress is a self-contained mega-resort situated on 1,500 acres of private grounds in theheart of Orlando's bustling theme park landscape." Full review
Jetsetter "1,500-acre mega-resort with sprawling lagoon-style pool, golf courses and an array of watersports in prime Florida theme park land." Full review
Star Service "This superb resort is designed to draw golfers, CEOs, equestrians and, with the recent expansion of its options for children, demanding families." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Its monolithic high-rise style gives way inside to a rich, detail-orientated approach, with a dazzling array of activities and outstanding dining choice." Full review
Travel + Leisure "There’s no shortage of activities here, not only with Walt Disney World next door, but because the 815-room Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress also has four Jack Nicklaus Signature Design golf courses." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"This all-in-one resort has “so many good restaurant choices we never ate off property,” said one reader." Full review
