Fodor's Expert Review JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes

4040 Central Florida Pkwy., Florida, 32837, USA

This lush resort, amid 500 acres of natural beauty, offers spectacular views and amenities galore, including a European-style spa, a Greg Norman–designed golf course, a lazy river–style pool complex, and kids' programs. Rooms have ergonomic workstations and flat-screen TVs, and the in-house restaurants are supplied from the resort's gardens. Guided canoe or kayak tours take you back in time to the Florida wilderness.

PROS

  • pool is great for kids and adults
  • shares amenities with the Ritz Carlton
  • free shuttle to theme parks

CONS

  • $48 daily resort fee, $32 daily parking fee
  • the resort is huge and spread out
  • remote location requires a car to go shopping

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Family
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 407-206–2300 | 800-576–5750
Website: www.grandelakes.com

HOTEL DETAILS

1,000 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals
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