Location. The glamour and magnificence of the Victorian era can be relived at Disney's Grand Floridian in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Walt Disney World is less than one mile from the hotel, and Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom are all within seven miles. Orlando International Airport is 20 miles from the resort.
Hotel Features. The focal point of the Grand Floridian's five story lobby is an illuminated stained glass dome. Architectural detail is prominent, as was common in Victorian buildings. Typical of the era, a grand piano, ornate chandeliers and metal scrollwork all complement the resort's public areas. The Grand Floridian offers complimentary transportation to Disney's parks, but resort guests need never leave the property to enjoy a full service spa, two pools and a white sand beach dotted with colorful umbrellas. Activities for children include cruises and tea parties. The resort also has shops, a marina and on site childcare.
An entertaining start to a day might include breakfast with Cinderella, the Mad Hatter and other Disney favorites at 1900 Park Fair Buffet Restaurant. Victoria and Albert's Restaurant offers sumptuous dcor and dining, with the romantic ambience enhanced by harpists and a rose for each lady. Adjacent is Citrico's Restaurant, where market fresh Mediterranean cooking offers Tuscan inspired favorites such as sauted shrimp, warm onion tarts with walnut vinaigrette and seared tuna with saffron pappardelle.
Guestrooms. The Grand Floridian's 867 guestrooms are surrounded by tropically landscaped gardens on the Seven Seas Lagoon, across from Disney's Magic Kingdom. Decor includes Victorian accents such as pastel colors, printed wall coverings, light wood armoires, marble top sinks with period fittings and 19th century style woodwork. Amenities include high speed Internet access for a fee, multi line telephones and in room safes. Most guestrooms also feature balconies. Refrigerators, coffeemakers and microwave ovens are available upon request.
Expert Tip. Disney's Grand Floridian transports guests to the Magic Kingdom by way of water taxi, ensuring a scenic trip to the land of Mickey Mouse. |
Nearby Attractions Distances are calculated in a straight line from the propertys location to the point of interest or attraction, and may not reflect actual travel distance.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre. Magic Kingdom 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Walt Disney World 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Palm Golf Course 2.4 km / 1.5 mi Richard Petty Driving Experience 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Osprey Ridge Golf Course 4.6 km / 2.8 mi Epcot 6 km / 3.7 mi Lake Buena Vista Golf Course 6.2 km / 3.9 mi Grand Cypress North, South and East Courses 6.4 km / 4 mi Disney's Boardwalk 6.5 km / 4 mi Disney's Animal Kingdom 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Orange County Convention Center 11.8 km / 7.3 mi SeaWorld Adventure Park 12.4 km / 7.7 mi Wet N' Wild 13.3 km / 8.3 mi Universal's Islands of Adventure 13.5 km / 8.4 mi Universal Studios Orlando 13.6 km / 8.5 mi
The preferred airport for Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is Orlando, FL (MCO Orlando Intl.) 27.9 km / 17.3 mi. |
Driving Directions The preferred airport for Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is Orlando, FL (MCO Orlando Intl.) 27.9 km / 17.3 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the propertys location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre. |
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