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14 Best Luxury Hotels in Orlando, Florida

Orlando is a place you’ll never forget. Sure, most people come here for the magic of the world-famous theme parks like the Walt Disney World Resort, the Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando. And, with so many theme parks close by, many of Orlando’s best luxury hotels come with perks like early entry or free transport to and from the parks.

But Orlando has lots to offer beyond its theme parks, like a delicious restaurant scene, beautiful nature and lakes, and incredible spa packages for a truly relaxing stay. Better yet, some of the best luxury hotels here offer all of the above – perfect if you’re traveling with a large group. Not sure where to stay next time you hit up Orlando? Read on for all of the best luxury hotels.

Ritz-Carlton Orlando Ritz-Carlton Orlando
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Ritz-Carlton Orlando

While Orlando may only have a few select five-star resorts, the hotels that do make the cut go above and beyond with incredible facilities. The Ritz-Carlton Orlando is probably the best example of just that: a huge, Italian-inspired Florida resort that’s home to an 18-hole golf course, a 40,000-square-foot spa, and a long list of on-site restaurants. If you’re something of a foodie, you’ll fall in love with this top-rated luxury hotel in Central Florida. As you might expect from such a variety of facilities, the Ritz-Carlton is definitely a spacious hotel. This luxury spot covers plenty of ground, and you’ll want to spend the first portion of your time here simply wandering around and taking it all in. Take advantage of the two-mile bike trail or walk around the resort or, if you’re looking to be a little more active, there are kayaks, tennis courts and three outdoor pools to keep you busy.

The Four Seasons Resort Orlando Four Seasons Resort Orlando
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The Four Seasons Resort Orlando

The Four Seasons Resort Orlando is seriously swish and is perfectly located for families looking to enjoy Walt Disney World as much as possible. A great spot if you’re hoping to spend your time in Orlando in the parks but want a little taste of luxury while doing so, this five-star resort is ready for all kinds of guests and promises a magical experience. This lakeside haven is dotted with gardens, pools, one of the best lazy rivers in Florida, and towering pillars of palms and cypress trees in every direction: it’s almost as beautiful on the outside as it is on the inside. Across the resort’s grounds, you’ll find a luxurious spa and salon, vibrant restaurants including the Michelin Star-rated Capa Steakhouse, three tennis courts, and a championship golf course. You’ll also get complimentary luxury shuttles to the four main Disney Parks throughout your stay.

Waldorf Astoria Orlando Waldorf Astoria Orlando
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Waldorf Astoria Orlando

One of the most popular resorts near Disney World, The Waldorf Astoria Orlando takes luxury accommodation to a whole new level with a spacious resort that demands attention from the second you walk across its polished floors. This huge hotel has plenty to offer both inside and out, although the star of the show is the oversized swimming pool studded with palm trees on either side. A great spot no matter whether you’re hoping for relaxation or plenty of activities, it’s located on a 482-acre nature preserve, adjacent to Walt Disney World Resort, and comes with free transport between the hotel and the parks to keep things simple. A brilliant spot for Disney fanatics: this place even participates in the Disney Extra Magic Hours and 60 day Fast Pass+ benefits, so you’ll have even more Disney-filled fun during your time here. At the resort itself, you’ll find an 18-hole golf course, a full-service spa, and a huge range of different restaurants.

Hyatt Regency Orlando Hyatt Regency Orlando
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Hyatt Regency Orlando

The Hyatt Regency Orlando may officially be a four-star resort, but its range of amenities and unbeatable service means you’ll give it five stars in your mind anyway. This oversized resort comes filled to the brim with family-friendly activities and promises a wonderful, stress-free vacation only a stone’s throw from the magic of Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld. But if you don’t fancy leaving the resort, you’ll find lots to keep you entertained within the hotel’s walls. Those with a love for the water can spend their time in the two resort pools, one of which features a waterslide, waterfall, splash pad and separate kid’s pool. Looking for some personal R&R? Take a trip to the onsite full-service spa and salon. Got energy to burn? Check out the state-of-the-art fitness center.

Universal's Loews Sapphire Falls Resort Universal's Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
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Universal's Loews Sapphire Falls Resort

Universal’s Loews Sapphire Falls Resort comes with one extra special reason to stay that not many nearby hotels can boast of: it offers Early Park AdmissionƗ to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park a whole one hour before the park opening times. So, if you’re looking to really make the most of Orlando’s magic, this is the place to check-in. This luxury hotel near Universal is a top choice for families and has a huge lagoon pool that visitors of all ages will enjoy. A place to soak up the Floridian sunshine every single day, you’ll love the open-plan nature of the resort as well as its fire pit, games room, and fitness center. Looking for some good food and drinks? Universal’s Loews Sapphire Falls Resort has multiple on-site restaurants, including Tapas-style dishes and Amatista Cookhouse, serving up Caribbean cuisine.

Hard Rock Hotel Orlando Hard Rock Hotel Orlando
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Hard Rock Hotel Orlando

Check into Hard Rock Hotel if you’re looking for fun during your time in Orlando. A hotel with a great reputation, this is a place for music lovers with themed decor in every single room. That music theme is something they take pretty seriously at the Hard Rock Hotel: swim through the 12,000-square-foot pool, and you’ll notice some underwater music or wander through the hotel’s grounds to see rock and roll memorabilia. Rooms, as you might expect, follow a similar tune with rock and roll decor throughout and music sound systems to keep you plugged in on a 24/7 basis. In addition to the music, Hard Rock Hotel is home to Palm Restaurant, where you’ll find delicious traditional American food and Velvet Bar: a full bar with appetizers to keep you nicely full. The hotel also provides complimentary shuttle buses and walking paths around the resort.

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Castle Hotel

The Castle Hotel stays true to its name with castle-themed decor that’ll have you second guessing whether you’ve woken up in Orlando or an ancient palace from olden times. Fortunately, you’re in the former, which means in addition to this luxury hotel’s beautiful decor, you’re only steps away from the rest of the magic that Orlando holds. This four-star hotel falls under the Marriott chain and comes with all of the amenities you’d expect from such a spot. Here, you’ll find a modern, elegant boutique hotel located on Orlando’s prestigious Universal Boulevard with facilities fit for a king. Bedrooms come accentuated with decorative headboards and gilded handles – following that same castle theme – while outdoors you’ll find an oversized pool surrounded by palm trees. Spend your downtime with a masterfully crafted cocktail in hand at the hotel’s stylish on-site lounge.

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Club Las Palmeras

Hilton’s Grand Vacations Club Las Palmeras in Orlando is a sweepingly large hotel that you’ll want to spend more than a few minutes simply wandering around before you get settled in. This huge hotel goes above and beyond with its range of amenities, suitable for all kinds of travelers no matter whether you’re looking to work or play. A four-star hotel set on landscaped grounds, Club Las Palmeras is only five minutes away from both Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando and comes with everything you need for a thoroughly exciting trip. Some of the coolest parts of this hotel can be found outside, like the waterslide, splash pad, and poolside bar. There’s a fitness center if you’re looking to workout and an activity center, which features video game consoles, billiards, table tennis, and a variety of board games to keep you entertained.

Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort
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Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort

Universal’s Loews Royal Pacific Resort is set between swathes of palm trees and follows a similar tune inside, with decorative greenery paving the way towards your high-tech bedroom and suavely decorated interiors. A four-star hotel that’s determined to inch its way closer to the whole five stars, the Loews Royal Pacific Resort is one of the best Orlando hotels to check in to if you’re looking to spend most of your time in Orlando at the parks. Guests here receive free Universal Express Unlimited ride access to skip the regular lines at most of the coolest attractions in Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, as well as Early Park AdmissionƗ to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park. The hotel itself comes with multiple restaurants, a large central pool, and stylish bedrooms.

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Rosen Center Hotel Orlando Convention Center

Don’t be put off by the “Convention Center” part of Rosen Center Hotel’s name: this is a hotel designed for all kinds of guests. This four-star hotel is a modern and functional one, standing proud above many others in the area and filled to the brim with everything you need throughout your stay. In addition to being adjacent to the Orange County Convention Center, making it a great choice for those who are here for business, it also offers a shuttle to the nearby Universal parks. Inside the hotel, you’re free to explore the modern gym, the onsite spa, and the range of restaurants dotted on differing floors. Rooms here come classically decorated and feature complimentary toiletries and coffee makers. Upgrade to a suite to receive a complimentary breakfast each morning before you head out to explore everything Orlando is best loved for.

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The Westin Lake Mary

The Westin Lake Mary sure is a huge hotel and it’s one kitted out with more than just the essentials. This luxury spot is designed to keep relaxation at its core, which means you’ll find everything you need here within easy reach and anything else only a phone call away. Check into The Westin Lake Mary if you’re looking for something a little different from the usual Orlando experience. This hotel is located closer to Lake Mary than central Orlando itself, which means you’re well placed to explore all of the area’s famed restaurants and shopping experiences. At the hotel itself, you’ll find an outdoor pool, a hot tub, an American restaurant and bar, and a business center, while in the rooms specifically, you’ve got access to a coffee maker and bathrobes as well as free WI-FI and room service.

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Rosen Shingle Creek

Rosen Shingle Creek has a lot to show off about. This huge resort seems to be surrounded by greenery in every direction, thanks to its impressive and top-rated golf course set right on the hotel itself. A luxury restaurant that ensures you never have to lift a finger, it’s home to a few extra fancy elements that you likely wouldn’t find at many other hotels. Its full-service spa and gourmet dining options are two of the most popular things you’ll find at Rosen Shingle Creek, as well as the hotel’s spacious and classically designed bedrooms and service that truly goes above and beyond. Situated on 230 acres of space with a few peaceful walking trails recommended, there’s also lots of room to wander around and enjoy the fresh air during your stay here. The Rosen Shingle also has a legendary steakhouse, which you should definitely sample while you’re here.

Ette Ette Hotel
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Ette

Ette is a perfect fusion of sophistication and luxury. This unique spot is one for anyone with an eye for design or an ear for good music. With subtle electronic music and exquisite attention to detail, a stay at Ette feels a little more tailored than just checking into any old hotel. Ette dances between four and five stars, depending on who you ask and with intricately decorated rooms and an air of pure elegance, we’d lean towards the five-star end of the spectrum. Lounge by the open-air pool or bask in the Mediterranean-inspired Missoni-lined courtyard, and you’ll wonder whether you’re in Orlando or Southern Europe. With a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness center, it’s designed so you’ll never run out of things to do. And, when you’re done for the day, head upstairs to the beautiful bedrooms with their luxury linen, and you’ll never want to leave.

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The Celeste Hotel

As its name suggests, The Celeste is a hotel inspired by the stars and comes with the sort of luxe elegance you’d expect from such a name. This seriously cool hotel is one for anyone who appreciates the attention to detail, with little touches dotted throughout that’ll have you feeling a little like you’ve checked into a very fancy friend’s apartment. Through its luminous decor, cosmic accent pieces, and furnishings inspired by the wonders of the galaxy, it’s certainly a hotel quite unlike any other in the area. A top spot for all kinds of travelers, it’s furnished with all of the amenities you could need throughout your stay. As well as a restaurant, fitness center, a bar and garden, you’ll find a suave setting both inside and out, lined with subtle lighting and palm trees for a true vacation experience.

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