Nearby hotel · Kissimmee, ~5 miles from WDW
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
A destination in itself: a 4.5-acre glass atrium with indoor gardens and gators, the Cypress Springs water park, and the famous ICE!
Not a Disney-owned hotel
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- Tier
- Nearby hotel
- Typical rate
- $250-450/night + resort fee
- Getting to parks
- Scheduled Disney shuttle (verify current fee)
- Closest park
- Animal Kingdom
- Pools
- 1
The short version
A destination in itself: a 4.5-acre glass atrium with indoor gardens and gators, the Cypress Springs water park, and the famous ICE! holiday event. For families who want a 50/50 resort/parks split. (Upscale tier, approx. guest rating 4.5/5.)
Why people love it
- Cypress Springs Water Park on site
- 4.5-acre glass atrium
- Huge seasonal events (ICE!)
- Marriott Bonvoy
Worth knowing
- No Disney perks
- Resort fee plus parking
- 10-15 min drive to parks
Best for
- Off-property savings
- Drive/shuttle stays
Getting around
- Scheduled Disney shuttle (verify current fee)
Rooms
| Room | Sleeps | Size | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium-View Room | 4 | Varies | Overlooking the glass atrium |
| Standard Room | 4 | Varies | Two queens or king |
| Suite | 6 | Varies | Separate living space |
Pools and things to do
- Water park
- Spa
Amenities
- Water park with slides
- Multiple restaurants
- Spa
- Seasonal events
Rates and amenities from marriott.com , guest rating about 4.5 out of 5. I confirm everything for your dates.