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The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande LakesvsLoews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando

Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes scores significantly higher than Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando. The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes scores 98 with recommendations from 14 reviewers like The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Condé Nast Traveler.

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
9/10
4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32837
From $399/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Frommer's 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 Concierge
"The lakes and nature preserve surrounding the sprawling Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes makes the resort feel far removed from the theme parks."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Plush escape from the theme park frenzy with a serene spa, golf and haute fare in a family-friendly setting." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"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 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 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."
Zagat Zagat
4.5
""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 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 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 Afar Magazine
"56 Club Level guest rooms that offer spectacular views of Orlando, the golf course, lakes and gardens." Full review
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Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
8/10
6601 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL 32819
From $0/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Travel + Leisure 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 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 Gayot
"Resort amenities and theme park perks draw families to this massive property."
Oyster 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 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 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"
Frommer's Frommer's
"Opened in July 2016, the Modern Caribbean-inspired Sapphire Falls is clean and understated." Full review
Lonely Planet 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

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