Gaylord Palms
The Gaylord, situated away from the worst of Kissimmee, is geared to captive audiences attending meetings, so although its scenery is extravagant, so are its incidental charges. Still, it impresses: Beneath its mighty glass atrium is a 4[bf]1/2-acre Florida-themed ecosystem of gator habitats, caves, indoor ponds, sand sculptures, restaurants, and a full-size sailboat. All of that makes for an attraction unto itself, and to face it, you’ll pay extra. Rooms have a decor with no particular point of view, but they sleep five and sport unusually nice granite-lined bathrooms. If Disney weren’t right outside, you might never leave, what with the on-site Cypress Springs mini-waterpark (which would be elaborate enough to please a small town and is free to guests), main pool, and the Relâche Spa & Salon. It also schedules family activities and an annual holiday ICE! extravaganza (p. ###). The 300-odd rooms in the Gulf Coast tower opened in 2021. Resort fee warning: $38/night.
The Gaylord, situated away from the worst of Kissimmee, is geared to captive audiences attending meetings, so although its scenery is extravagant, so are its incidental charges. Still, it impresses: Beneath its mighty glass atrium is a 4[bf]1/2-acre Florida-themed ecosystem of gator habitats, caves, indoor ponds, sand sculptures, restaurants, and a full-size sailboat. All of that makes for an attraction unto itself, and to face it, you’ll pay extra. Rooms have a decor with no particular point of view, but they sleep five and sport unusually nice granite-lined bathrooms. If Disney weren’t right outside, you might never leave, what with the on-site Cypress Springs mini-waterpark (which would be elaborate enough to please a small town and is free to guests), main pool, and the Relâche Spa & Salon. It also schedules family activities and an annual holiday ICE! extravaganza (p. ###). The 300-odd rooms in the Gulf Coast tower opened in 2021. Resort fee warning: $38/night.
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