Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Located just off the Florida Turnpike, the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes is a luxury resort designed for couples and small families. The hotel has 66 suites, including two for families with children. These kids' suites include board games and toys and connect to separate living and sleeping areas for the parents. Three other levels of suites, ranging in size from 960 square feet to 2,400 square feet, include up to five balconies, a dining room and kitchen.
Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
4012 Central Florida Parkway
Orlando, FL 32837
(407) 206-2400
ritzcarlton.com
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Eight restaurants, a free shuttle to nearby Orlando attractions, and a waterfall pool spanning half an acre are just some of the amenities at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. The hotel's Hospitality Suite measures 1,128 square feet and includes a bedroom, sitting area and bathroom, while the Executive Suite and VIP suite get progressively larger with up to two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and your own private patio with views of the city.
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
One Grand Cypress Blvd.,
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 239-1234
grandcypress.hyatt.com
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando
Orlando's Hard Rock hotel attracts a younger, hipper crowd. One of its famous attractions is its pool area, replete with a faux sand beach, a 12,000 square foot pool, a beach volleyball court, a waterslide and a series of synchronized fountains. Swimmers are in for a surprise, as the hotel plays music underwater for a rock 'n' roll swimming experience. Inside the hotel, you'll find four types of suites starting at 650 square feet. For a truly indulgent experience, book the hotel's Graceland Suite. It includes a walk-in closet, your own private Whirlpool tub, a fireplace and a baby grand piano.
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando
5800 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 503-7625
hardrockhotelorlando.com
Nickelodeon Family Suites
The 24-acre Nickelodeon Family Suites hotel is the only Orlando hotel where your children can hang out with characters like Dora the Explorer while taking part in messy, wild Nickelodeon games. There are 777 suites to choose from, starting with one bedroom but ranging in size to up to three bedrooms. All suites include a full kitchen, including cookware, and a parlor with movies and a flat-screen television. Rooms are also themed, with decorations including cartoon wallpaper featuring characters such as SpongeBob and Jimmy Neutron.
Nickelodeon Family Suites
14500 Continental Gateway
Orlando, FL 32821-5102
(407) 387-543
nickhotel.com