Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet CreekvsLoews Royal Pacific Resort
Both Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek and Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando scores slightly higher than Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek. Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando comes in at 85 with accolades from 10 reviews like Lonely Planet, Oyster and Rough Guide.
Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek
14651 Chelonia Parkway, Orlando, FL 32830
From $125/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service
"Comprised of eight low- and high-rise towers encircling a 10-acre man-made lake, this former swampland has been repurposed into a lively resort community. " Full review
Gayot
"Guests can easily get lost at this massive Wyndham Grand, whose lakeside proximity to Walt Disney World and the Bonnet Creek woodlands makes it a popular destination for vacationing families."
Frommer's
"This resort caps off a development of more than 1,000 timeshare villas around a pretty 10-acre lake at the south end of Disney property." Full review
Fodor's
"Despite being within Mickey's gates, the entry to this family-friendly resort hotel meanders through pristine Florida forest and bamboo-laden landscaping." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This large, four-pearl resort is an upscale option a five- to 10-minute drive from the Disney theme parks." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The Wyndham Grand is a ‘hidden’ luxury hotel that’s close to Disney but often overlooked." Full review
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
6300 Hollywood Way, Orlando, FL 32819
From $236/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"The entrance... sets the tone for the Pacific Rim theme of this hotel, which lies amid 53 acres of lush shrubs, soaring bamboo, orchids, and palms." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Guests at this resort are stranded on a breathtaking Pacific island paradise, with a lagoon-style pool and play area, Emeril’s Tchop Chop restaurant (a must for adults), and superior service."
Rough Guide
"The comfortable rooms here are decked out in bamboo to enhance the “tropical” theme, while the kids will enjoy the lagoon-style pool. $289."
Star Service
"Competing just below its siblings Hard Rock Hotel and the Portofino Bay Hotel, this savvy South Pacific wannabe is the most laid back of the three." Full review
Gayot
"Orlando is no stranger to themed hotels and the Royal Pacific, a member of the Loews hotels, may be one of the most unique."
Zagat
3.7
""Universal Park perks", including "proximity" (a "short ride over in the water taxi") and "early access to the parks", are a "huge bonus" to staying at this "family-friendly" Orlando resort."
Travel + Leisure
"With the lagoon-style pool, complete with beaches, palm trees, and an abandoned prop plane, The Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando recreates a piece of the South Pacific." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Luxurious South Seas-themed resort at Universal Orlando, where carved-wood décor is punctuated by bright Balinese umbrellas as the sweet scent of orchids fills the air." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Kids will love the family-friendly pool, with real sand, and the 6pm 'dive in movie' where they can swim while watching a pool-side screen showing the likes of Harry Potter and Universal favorites." Full review