Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGatevsLoews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate ranks marginally better than Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando. Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate scores 81 with endorsements from 7 sources such as Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
1500 Masters Boulevard, Davenport, FL 33896
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"One of the newer luxury resorts to spring up just south of the Disney district in ChampionsGate, the Omni offers a comprehensive array of leisure facilities." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Located 10 miles south of Disney World, the Omni is an excellent destination resort with attentive service." Full review
Zagat
4.0
"Though trekking to Disney is "fast and easy", fans of this "beautiful" ChampionsGate resort have "no need for the parks" thanks to an array of "first-class" facilities."
Fodor's
"There's family appeal, too, thanks to a lazy-river-style pool and excellent children's programs." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This spa is nestled away from the hubbub of Orlando on a 15-acre resort property that features two 18-hole championship golf courses and a lighted 9-hole course." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Home to the Leadbetter Golf Academy World Headquarters with 36 holes of championship greens, and the pool area has a lazy river, waterfalls, and plenty of “nooks and crannies to settle into”." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Omni Orlando is tucked away from the hustle and bustle, set among extensive grounds with world-class golf, great dining and an exclusive feel." Full review
Time Out
"The Omni at ChampionsGate has been an Orlando staple since 2004, but 2017 marked a new era for this laidback but refined haunt. Omni debuted Orlando’s only wave pool in May of that year..." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Fairly isolated, though buffered from noise and congestion by two golf courses, wetlands and plenty of green space." Full review
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
6601 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL 32819
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure
"Universal's newest Orlando property has 1,000 rooms centered around a tropical lagoon with a huge, snaking pool area complete with waterfalls, slides, and two white-sand beaches." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Close to the theme parks but still provides a serene Caribbean-style getaway, set around a lagoon and waterfalls, with tempting dining and a unique rum bar." Full review
Gayot
"Resort amenities and theme park perks draw families to this massive property."
Oyster
Upscale
"This massive 1000-room upscale resort is set within the Universal Orlando complex and comes with an array of theme park perks, including free water taxis and early admission to some parks." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The pool is the gem of this Caribbean-inspired resort, with a sand beach, water slide, fire pit, and rentable cabanas." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The hotel offers 1,000 guest rooms including 83 suites, four scenic restaurants and lounges with water views, and resort-style pool with a white sand beach and water slide"
Orlando Travel Guide
July 6, 2021
Frommer's
"Opened in July 2016, the Modern Caribbean-inspired Sapphire Falls is clean and understated." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Inspired by the Caribbean, it has a tropical vibe and a melange of eras, from colonial to the 1950s. The property's water features include lovely rivers and waterfalls." Full review