The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande LakesvsRenaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld are both rated highly by writers. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes ranks significantly higher than Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes comes in at 98 with approval from 14 publications such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Show All Reviews
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
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
" 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."
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
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
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
6677 Sea Harbor Dr, Orlando, FL 32821-8092
From $96/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"What appears to be a rather simple-looking hotel from the exterior gives way to an inviting and modern interior, with trendy touches throughout." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Recent renovations have made this upscale resort even more impressive than before."
Rough Guide
"An upmarket hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms, a bright and airy atrium, an onsite spa, and a good location directly opposite SeaWorld Orlando. $249."
Michelin Guide
"The exterior of the ten floor hotel... situated close to Sea World and other area attractions, is architecturally uninspiring, but its interior reveals a cavernous sunlit atrium."
Star Service
"Located across the road from Sea World, this Shamu-sized hotel continues to prove one of the best hotels outside of the park." Full review
Gayot
"Across from SeaWorld Orlando, this hotel is among the finest off harried International Drive."
Zagat
3.5
"Whether "for business or pleasure", this "beautiful" Orlando resort, "right across from SeaWorld", offers an "air of luxury"."
Fodor's
"With a vast and airy 10-story atrium full of ponds, palm trees, and, ironically, a sushi bar, this SeaWorld neighbor underwent a substantial renovation in 2013." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld is built to impress, with a spectacular, 10-story atrium that features a cascading waterfall." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Within steps of SeaWorld theme park, Aquatica, International Drive, and attractions, the hotel offers a spa, pool, onsite water park with water slides, and a toddler play area as well as several dining venues"
Orlando Travel Guide
July 6, 2021