Name: The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Address: 4012 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando, Florida, 32837, United States

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes

Orlando, United States

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes

Orlando, United States

About the hotel

Loyalty programme

Style

Cosmopolitan

Rooms

582

"A sophisticated-yet-casual oasis removed from Orlando’s theme park madness, the Italian palazzo-style Ritz-Carlton boasts elegant guestrooms, eleven dining venues and a Greg Norman 18-hole golf club."

At the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, you’ll find you’re an oasis away from Disney and the theme park madness of Orlando. It’s sophisticated and yet is a casual and comfortable environment with superb facilities and dining options, not to mention easy access to the ritzy Mall at Millenia, plus dozens of shopping and dining venues close by.

When it comes to accessing the theme parks, there’s a complimentary shuttle bus to ferry you to and fro. And within the four walls here are many other entertainment options, especially as the hotel shares amenities with neighbouring JW Marriott. So, in addition to the spa, the gym and the Greg Norman 18-hole golf club, there are many other sporting options. Those include fishing in the on-site lakes and ponds, a mountain bike trail, falconry, kayak eco-tours and safaris, tennis courts, swimming pools and the lazy river that’s also part of the JW Marriot. The Ritz Kids programme is notoriously great, and kids of 4 -12 years old can sign up for hours of fun and frolic.

The hotel is Italian palazzo style, with 582 rooms that are elegantly furnished in neutral shades with a cornflower blue chaise longue in each, more in the suites. Every room comes with a private balcony, most of which offer lake views. There’s an option to include access to the Club Level with any room you book, a choice that’s always worth considering, especially here where you’re likely to need a stiff drink (although not free) and some nibbles after a full day in the theme parks. Besides, if you’re like many we know who cannot figure out the whole Orlando scene without help, the dedicated concierge team here cannot escape you, no matter how hard they may try. For a special event, consider the massive Royal Suite, which boasts a gourmet kitchen, a private media room, a dining room for ten people and up to four bedrooms.

The hotel’s dining scene is very exciting, as there are eleven venues within the two properties, serving everything from sushi to flatbreads, milkshakes to smoothies, fine wines, craft beers and fancy cocktails. Highball & Harvest, as an example, is an elegant venue, a farm-to-table restaurant with an exciting menu that includes fresh oysters, fried chicken and kale salad; something for everyone. Don’t miss the Michelin-starred Knife & Spoon, which serves classic steak and seafood by an award-winning chef and the Mediterranean fare featuring ingredients from the on-site organic gardens at Primo.

Hotel amenities

Air conditioning

Laundry/valet service

Restaurant

Room service

Wheelchair access

Lounges/bars

Children welcome

Pets allowed

Business centre

Smoke-free property

Fitness centre

Internet complimentary

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