Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6000 Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746, Kissimmee, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center is a 4-star resort set on 63 acres in Kissimmee at 6000 Osceola Pkwy. The property is known for its large glass atrium garden and a broad mix of leisure and convention-focused facilities. It holds a strong public rating of 4.4/5 from 19,863 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are described as warm and straightforward, with marble bathrooms plus free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Suites add pull-out sofas and wet bars, and upgraded suites add living rooms and kitchenettes. Some guest feedback points to occasional room wear/dated interiors and inconsistent housekeeping.
Dining & Bars
On-site dining includes three restaurants, a cafe, and two bars. A standout venue is a sports bar with a 37-foot screen. Guests frequently highlight the breadth of dining choices and strong breakfast, though some note limited gluten-free options on à la carte menus.
Amenities & Recreation
Leisure facilities include a water park, a spa, a children’s game room, and an outdoor adults-only heated pool. The resort also offers a distinctive experience: the chance to feed baby alligators. A resort fee covers a theme-park shuttle and access to the fitness center.
Meetings & Events
The resort is built for large-scale events, with approximately 400,000 square feet of meeting space. This makes it a substantial option for conventions, corporate gatherings, and multi-day group programs where on-site breakout space is essential.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The resort is positioned for theme-park trips, about 3.2 miles from Walt Disney World® Resort. Nearby points of interest include Disney Springs (3,117 m), Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park (2,591 m), Disney’s Hollywood Studios (3,637 m), and Epcot (4,355 m). SeaWorld Orlando is also within reach at about 9,857 m away, and Magic Kingdom Park is roughly 10,027 m from the hotel.
Best for
This resort suits travelers who want a full-featured, on-site experience near Walt Disney World® Resort, with multiple dining venues, a water park, and an adults-only heated pool. It’s also a strong fit for conference and group travelers thanks to its roughly 400,000 sq ft of meeting space and convention-center scale. Families who value kid-focused activities (game room and the baby-alligator feeding experience) tend to find plenty to do without leaving the property.
Travel tips
Plan for a resort fee and use it strategically: it covers the theme-park shuttle and fitness-center access. If you’re prioritizing certain Disney areas, note the closest nearby options include Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park (about 2.6 km) and Disney Springs (about 3.1 km), with Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios also within a short drive. If dietary needs are important, consider contacting the resort in advance, as some guests report challenges finding gluten-free choices on à la carte menus.
What guests say
Guests frequently describe the resort as impressive and visually striking, with strong service and notably friendly staff. Dining variety and breakfast are commonly praised, and families mention spending long stretches at the on-site water park. At the same time, some feedback points to inconsistencies in room condition and cleanliness, including reports of dated rooms and a pest sighting. A few guests also note lapses in housekeeping and limited gluten-free options on certain menus.
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