GAYLORD PALMS RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER, Celebration – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center - Family-friendly resort with water park near Walt Disney World(R)
Located in Celebration, Florida, this 4.5-acre resort features a year-round water park, multiple dining options, and themed atriums. The property includes Relâche Spa, a fitness center, shopping arcade, and Cypress Springs Water Park with slides, a FlowRider surfing facility, and a zero-entry pool. Dining options range from Cuban-inspired cocktails at Socio lounge-bar to seafood at MOOR and a Mediterranean buffet at Villa de Flora. The resort is minutes from Walt Disney World(R) and Universal Orlando Resort(TM). Accessible features include self-operating lifts in pools, van-accessible parking, and hearing-accessible rooms.
Additional perks of the hotel
Clearwater Cove water activities playground with an octopus-themed slide and sand beach play area
Wreckers Sports Bar with a 37-foot screen and over 50 HDTVs
Seasonal events like springtime scavenger hunts, escape rooms, and larger-than-life Easter egg displays
Paid shuttle service to SeaWorld and Universal Orlando
Emerald Bay Café & Market for coffee and snacks
Coquina Lawn with fire pits for evening relaxation
Electric car, bike, paddle boat, and sailboat rentals available nearby
Rooms & Suites
The resort offers 1,718 guest rooms, including 129 suites and 306 newly renovated rooms in the Gulf Coast tower. Standard rooms include a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee maker, wardrobe, and safe deposit box. Some rooms feature French doors opening to furnished balconies overlooking the St. Augustine or Key West atriums. Suites include a separate seating area and walk-in showers. Upgraded rooms provide views of Cypress Springs Water Park.
Other conveniences
Air conditioning and ceiling fans in all rooms
Private bathrooms with walk-in showers or bathtub combinations
Streaming services available on flat-screen TVs
Pool views available in select rooms
Accessible room options with roll-in showers and adjustable-height shower wands
Digital check-in and mobile key service
Daily housekeeping and wake-up calls
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Transportation Options
Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Water sports
- Golf course
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
- Water slides
- Toys
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Aqua park
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
The hotel has some positives like the lazy river and indoor Florida rooms, but cleanliness was an issue as we found a blood-stained pillow. The lack of a refrigerator was disappointing considering it's a Hilton hotel.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were comfortable, but a bit dirty with water bottles under the bed. The courtyard view was nice, especially during the evening event. The confusion about my reservation was a downside, but the service was friendly overall.
The hotel's location is convenient, close to Disney World and within Orlando. The rooms were very quiet despite the distance from the lobby. However, the presence of a BBQ smoke smell until evening was off-putting. The lush surroundings and well-maintained grounds make it a pleasant stay, but the additional fees for parking and amenities can be inconvenient.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, although not as clean as expected, were fully equipped with essential amenities like a fridge, coffee maker, safe, and TV service. However, the lack of a microwave was noticeable. The service provided was friendly overall, but there were some issues with misinformation and handling charges. The location was beautiful, especially the outdoor seating area, but cleanliness could be improved. The dining options were limited and overpriced. Despite these drawbacks, the hotel had some delightful facilities to offer.
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