The best luxury resort hotels in Orlando: Four Seasons, Waldorf Astoria, Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes, Disney deluxe resorts and Universal premier hotels.
Orlando's luxury resorts are destinations in their own right. Think championship golf, lazy rivers that wind for a quarter mile, spas big enough to lose an afternoon in and restaurants that locals book for anniversaries. Several sit inside or right beside Walt Disney World, so you can have the parks and the pampering on the same trip.
This guide covers the resorts that consistently deliver a five-star experience, what sets each one apart and how to choose based on whether your trip is about the parks, golf, the spa or simply doing nothing by the pool.
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Each area has trade-offs. Here is how they compare.
Minutes to the Disney parks
The Four Seasons sits inside Disney, and the Waldorf Astoria and Signia by Hilton at Bonnet Creek are surrounded by it. Disney's own deluxe resorts add the magic up close.
About 15 to 20 minutes to Disney
The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes share a secluded 500-acre estate with a large spa and golf course.
Walk or boat to the parks
Universal's premier hotels, including Portofino Bay and the Hard Rock Hotel, include Universal Express Unlimited ride access.
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| To | Approx. drive |
|---|---|
| Walt Disney World (from Bonnet Creek) | 5–10 min |
| Walt Disney World (from Grande Lakes) | 15–20 min |
| Universal Orlando (from Grande Lakes) | 20 min |
| Orlando International Airport (MCO) | 20–35 min |
Times are without traffic. Allow extra time on weekday rush hours and event days.
Rooftop restaurants at some resorts on Disney property overlook the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Reservations go fast, so book when you book your room.
Spa appointments are easiest to get midweek. Plan a slow day between park days and make a morning of it.
At Universal, only the premier hotels include Express Unlimited. It can save hours on busy days and changes the value of the room rate.
Most luxury resorts add a daily resort fee and valet or self-parking charges. Compare the total when choosing.
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Free cancellationThe Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes are consistently rated among the best luxury resorts in the area.
The Four Seasons sits on Disney property, and the Waldorf Astoria and Signia by Hilton at Bonnet Creek are minutes away. Disney's Grand Floridian is on the monorail to Magic Kingdom.
