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Hyatt Regency Grand CypressvsUniversal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress scores significantly better than Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress ranks #3 in Orlando with accolades from 12 reviewers such as Star Service, The Telegraph and Zagat.
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
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort Fodor's Travel + Leisure Oyster Gayot The Telegraph Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
6550 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL 32819
From $108/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Besides offering a moderate price for an on-property hotel, a stay at this resort offers a 10-lane bowling alley, early park admission... and poolside activities." Full review
Travel + Leisure "On the same property as the standard rooms, Cabana Bay also offers 900 spacious family suites, which sleep up to six and include a kitchenette and a large bathroom." Full review
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No matter which type of room you choose, enjoy two zero-entry swimming pools, a waterslide, a fitness center and even a 10-lane bowling alley.
OysterUpper-middle-range
"An amusement park in itself, this enormous, 1800-room upper-middle-range property is inside of Universal Orlando and within easy walking distance of Universal’s Islands of Adventure." Full review
Gayot "Universalâs new Cabana Bay Beach Resort feels like stepping back in time, yet without sacrificing any of the amenities and conveniences modern travelers have come to expect."
The Telegraph8.0
"A superb – if massive – budget-conscious resort with immense family appeal, right on the doorstep of the Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure theme parks." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Universal’s newest hotel harks back to the 1950s with its colorful, mid-century modern design." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A very family-friendly property with its own bowling alley, lazy river and character meet-and-greets." Full review
Frommer's "You’ll find 600 family suites with kitchen areas (microwave, no stove) that sleep six somewhat tightly, two on a sofa bed. The music never stops in the two ginormous pool areas" Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Cabana Bay Beach Resort has a beautifully themed, hip, retro-Florida vintage vibe. It offers moderate and value-priced accommodation." Full review
