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The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande LakesvsJW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
Both properties are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes is the choice of most writers compared to JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes comes in at 98 with endorsements from 14 publications like Travel + Leisure, Jetsetter and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Frommer's
Concierge
Jetsetter
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
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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
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes Concierge Jetsetter
Lonely Planet Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Star Service Gayot Zagat Fodor's 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
OysterUpscale
"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."
Zagat4.3
""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
