Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
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Hotel Overview
Amazing stay, worth every penny.
Beautiful and large room. Friendly and down to earth staff. Only single complaint was the $25 per...
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Bribed
- May 6, 2013
Perfect location for Epcot adventures
We ended up eating at two of the hotel's restaurants. Both had great food and service. Loved the...
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Kiki Benson
- Apr 9, 2013
Florida -- in all its incarnations -- and free shuttles to Disney parks
The Gaylord Palms epitomizes Florida grandeur. The sprawling resort pays homage to the various regions of the state, from breezy Key West to old-world St. Augustine. Four and a half acres of themed experiences under glass walk guests through theme park-like exhibits filled with lush foliage and architecture that capture the identity of the featured area. Rooms complement the style of each wing. Amenities tend to every need, whether it is scheduled transportation to Walt Disney World or babysitting services.
Highlights
- Four and a half acres of themed experiences to showcase the regional architecture of Florida
- Six restaurants and lounges
- Clearwater Cove, which features a zero-entry pool, octopus water slide and sand play area
- Relache Spa with salon and fitness center
- Scheduled shuttle service to Disney theme parks
Rooms
Lining the perimeter of four themed atriums, the 1,406 rooms of the Gaylord Palms are designed to mimic Key West, the Everglades, St. Augustine and Emerald Bay. Spaces wow with striped cabana fabrics, Spanish and Mission-style furniture and rich woods. Amenities aim for extra pampering, from glass-enclosed, walk-in showers to lighted magnifying makeup and shaving mirrors. Balconies encourage guests to take in the circus-like views below.
Features
If the massive boat "docked" in the Key West Atrium does not grab the attention of Gaylord Palms guests, then the live alligator feedings and oversized octopus fountain in Clearwater Cove will. Relache Spa, a 20,000-square-foot oasis, pampers visitors from head to toe with an extensive menu of massages, facials, body treatments and nail and hair services. The spa is also home to a 4,000-square-foot fitness center equipped with cardiovascular machines and Smith Press System.
Transportation
- Orlando International Airport (14.5 mi/23.3 km)
Attractions
- Downtown Disney (1.9 mi/3.1 km)
- Epcot (2.4 mi/3.9 km)
- Walt Disney World (3.7 mi/5.9 km)
- Animal Kingdom (4.8 mi/7.7 km)
- SeaWorld Adventure Park (5.8 mi/9.3 km)
- Wet N' Wild (8.8 mi/14.2 km)
- Universal's Islands of Adventure (9.6 mi/15.5 km)
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (9.6 mi/15.5 km)
- The Florida Mall (10.5 mi/16.9 km)
Business
- Offers 400,000 square feet of convention, exhibition and pre-function meeting space
- Catering
- Dedicated meeting managers
- Technical support
- Full-service IKON Business Center
- Parcel services
Policies and fees
- The hotel charges a daily resort fee of $ 15 USD plus tax that is not included in pre-paid booking. The fee must be paid directly to the hotel.
- A free shuttle to Downtown Disney operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The shuttle picks up guests at the transportation lobby. Request an updated shuttle schedule at the concierge desk.
- The hotel charges $15 per day for Self Parking and $22 USD per day for Valet Parking.
- Exciting renovations are now underway to provide guests with an incredible new resort experience. These renovations will not impede guest amenities however some areas will have limited access.
This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.
Amenities
- High-speed internet
- Outdoor pool
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Air conditioned
- Smoke-free policy
- Free local telephone calls
- Elevators
- Ice machine
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness center or spa
- Health club
- Exercise gym
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Children's activities
- Game room
- Tennis
- Water skiing
- Horseback riding
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Coffee maker in room
- Coffee shop
- 24 hour room service
- Room service
- Vending machines
- Services
- 24 hour front desk
- Business center
- Maid service
- Laundry service
- Guest laundromat
- Express checkout
- Babysitting/Child services
- Concierge desk
- Laundry/Valet services
- ATM/Cash machine
- Wake-up service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Car rental desk
- Barber shop
- FAX
- Video checkout
- Gift shop
- Currency exchange
- Florist
- Internet
- High-speed internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Accessibility
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible parking
- Room
- Television with cable
- Radio
- Safe
- Phone with speaker
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Free newspaper
- Hairdryer in room
- Microwave
- Outlet adapters
- Cribs available
- In room movies
- Sofa bed
- Temperature control
- Shower
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Bath tub
- Wet bar
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Kissimmee
- Nearby airports
- Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 19.30, MI, NE; Orlando Sanford International Airport, (SFB), 50.10, MI, N; Orlando Executive Airport, (ORL), 22.00, MI, NE; Kissimmee Gateway Airport, (ISM), 8.00, MI, SE;
- Area description
- Resort, Location Type: Resort
Nearby points of interest
- The Millenium Theatre: 1.4 mi
- Million Dollar Mulligan: 1.7 mi
- Jungleland: 4.3 mi
- World of Orchids: 4.4 mi
- Green Meadows Petting Farm: 5.6 mi
Dining
- Old Hickory Steakhouse
- Indulge in the finest wines as you savor tender, juicy premium All Natural Black Angus Beef seared-to-perfection. Chef JR supports local, organic and sustainable farming. Experience artisanal cheeses, stored and aged by our Maitre d'Fromage.
- Wreckers Sports Bar
- Enjoy elevated sports bar fare featuring lip-smacking appetizers, hearty concoctions and the coldest draft beer in town, including our Wreckers Red Ale. With the feel of an Old Key West bar featuring our 37ā sports screen! Kids' menu available.
- Villa de Flora
- Our chefās table offers a seasonal buffet inspired by Mediterranean cuisine with fresh selections from the bread and produce markets, made to order pasta, specialty selections from the carving station, a focused wine list and sangria made tableside!
- Sunset Sam's, a Key West Grill
- Step aboard the 60' sailboat for a tropical oasis of excitement! Sunset Sam's features New World Floridian cuisine, with a variety of fresh seafood prepared to your preference. Kids' menu available.
- SORA
- SORA combines the art of sushi with the style of South Beach and features a full bar offering handcrafted drinks with specialty sushi ranging from startlingly fresh sashimi and the ever-popular kamikaze roll, to our signature cucumber roll.
- SandBar
- Conveniently located just steps from our pools, SandBar lets you grab a bite without having to leave the fun in the sun! Indulge in All-American favorites and refreshing beverages to quench your thirst. Kids' menu available.
- Java Coast
- We serve only the best coffee and espresso selections at Java Coast. Freshly baked pastries, great sandwiches, gourmet salads and delectable desserts--along with a selection of beer and wineā make Java Coast the perfect way to start or end your day.
- Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shoppe
- Treat yourself to a treat like no other. Delectable Haagen-Dazs ice cream, as well as their sorbet and frozen yogurt, are made from the purest and finest ingredients.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (210)
Ratings and reviews for Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
- All travelers (210) 4.4 / 5
- Business (23) 4.4 / 5
- Couples (58) 4.4 / 5
- Families (112) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (11) 4.5 / 5
- Singles (4) 4.3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Florida Beach Mom
Great stay
We stayed at the Gaylord Palms Resort for a weekend getaway and had a great time. The hotel was absolutely beautiful. The room was spacious and clean overlooking the atrium. We were there for a short time so we didn't get to use any of the amenities. I would definitely go back again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Gaylord Weekend 3/25
So we deceided to take a last minute trip to Orlando weekend 3/25. We live in Tampa, so our drive was minimal at best. * Gaylord staff was attentive and accomodating despite our after 9PM arrival. * Upon arrival to our room key cards to joining room did not work, so had to travel back to front desk. Had trouble with key cards most of the weekend. * Family pool was extremely crowded as this was a busy weekend with onsite conventions and favorable weather. However adult pool was very comfortable and change of pace from previous. * Restaurant dining was pricey ($$$) but food was fantastic.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
"beautiful, aside from the snakes"
The people where great. The hotel grounds were amazing, i was a little disappointed when asking the additional fees that apply an [...]representative said none. However when arriving at the hotel there was a resort fee and a parking fee totaling $32.00. That was a down side.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Top Gun Taylor
Unbeatable location
We had a wonderful time. The hotel had the theme of keywest, st Augustine and everglades. Wow, just beautiful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
gaylord palms
excellent, nice pool great hotel
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
fantastic family getaway
vacation
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Gaylord-unacceptable stay
It all started at check-in. Apparently staff at the Gaylord consider it a capital crime for a spouse to check-in ahead for the registered guest. They would not allow me to check into the hotel because I put my wife's name on the reservation even though the booking was in my name as was and so was the receipt which I showed at the desk. Long story short I had to lug my luggage to the pool, get my wife so she could stand in the long line all over again and register. Our room was nice except the toilet broke later in the evening and we had to flush it by taking the lid off. At the pool security checked us for our rooms keys countless times. I understand that this resort is just off I4 and they must have an issue with locals sneaking in but I was asked 3x on Saturday and twice on Sunday, my wive had the rooms keys in her pool bag and was at the bar and security waited with me like I was a criminal until she returned. Traditionally I stay at the Gaylord 3-4 times annually because it's awesome, beautiful resort, closer to Disney than most Disney hotels and if you look for deals, you cannot beat the price. Bottom line is I'm fed up with their check-in policy because it always seems we send in the unregistered spouse to check us in only to be turned away looking like our credit card was rejected or something to that effect.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
perfect day away!
Took our sons to see blue man group then stayed the night at gaylord palms. spent the next day at the pool relaxing and rebonding with the family. Had an incredible time.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Amazing stay
It is an amazing hotel that you can spend all your day in
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Good
Shopping
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Premium outlet mall
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