Hop along as we take you on a tour of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
and share some of our favorite reasons to stay here!
Disney is famous for its beloved fairy tales,
and at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa,
it feels like you’re stepping right into one.
This deluxe hotel welcomes guests with its elegant Victorian-era architecture and magnificent
chandeliers hanging from the main building’s atrium.
From the intricate details in the lobby to its beautiful views of Seven Seas Lagoon and
Magic Kingdom, the Grand Floridian’s theming truly captures the magic of Walt Disney World.
The resort offers luxurious accommodations, various transportation options,
top-notch amenities and award-winning restaurants.
As Walt Disney World’s flagship resort, the Grand Floridian combines Victorian elegance
with modern flair.
From across the Seven Seas Lagoon, you can easily spot its signature white walls and
red rooftops, inspired by the late 19th century beach resorts.
The gorgeous gardens, flowing fountains and white sandy beach only add to the property’s
picturesque environment.
Sitting on the edge of the water near the resort, Disney’s Wedding Pavilion fulfills
its role as a perfect fairy tale wedding venue.
If you've watched Disney Fairytale Weddings on Disney+, you'll definitely recognize some
areas from the show!
The majority of the Grand Floridian’s standard rooms measure 440 square feet,
making them the largest standard rooms on Walt Disney World property!
The Grand Floridian is divided into its main building and five outer buildings
— Sago Cay, Sugarloaf, Conch Key, Boca Chica and Big Pine Key.
Conch Key is the closest to water taxi access, while the Courtyard Pool is surrounded by
Sugarloaf, Boca Chica and Big Pine Key.
Each standard room can sleep up to five adults with 2 queen beds and a daybed,
or a king bed and a double-size sleeper sofa.
Most rooms have a small patio or balcony that look out to the lagoon or gardens.
As one of the hotels closest to Magic Kingdom,
Disney’s Grand Floridian has a variety of ways to get to the park.
You can hop on the resort monorail line, which will take you directly to the main entrance
(it’s the first stop!).
The monorail also allows you to get to other nearby resorts and EPCOT just as easily.
When it’s time to head back to the hotel, keep in mind that there will be brief stops
at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the Transportation and Ticket Center and
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
You can also take a water taxi, which stops at Magic Kingdom and Polynesian Village Resort.
Guests are also now able to walk back and forth between Magic Kingdom and
the resort via a brand-new walkway!
Bus transportation is available to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom,
EPCOT, Disney Springs and the water parks.
Spending full days at the theme parks can be exhausting, and a spa day may be
just the thing you need to balance out a fast-paced vacation.
Treat yourself, right?
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is home to one of the two Senses Spas on
Walt Disney World property.
Guests who want to keep up their workout routines can do so at
Sense’s 24-hour health and fitness center.
If you want a simpler way to unwind, relax under the sun at either the Courtyard Pool
or the Beach Pool.
The zero-entry Courtyard Pool, which sits directly behind the main building,
offers a calm and peaceful swimming experience.
Not far away, the Beach Pool overlooks Seven Seas Lagoon, complete with its
181-foot-long waterslide and cascading waterfalls.
A water playground perfect for younger tadpoles sits right next to the Beach Pool.
Other recreational activities around the resort include motorized boat rentals,
specialty cruises, Movies Under the Stars, Arcadia Games arcade room, basketball, jogging
and campfire activities.
The Electrical Water Pageant sails by the shoreline of the resort,
giving guests spectacular views of the nighttime water parade.
The biggest perks of staying on-site include the ability to book advance dining reservations
for your length of stay 60 days in advance of check-in, as well as easy access to
Disney World's complimentary transportation options.
Beginning October 1, Disney Resort hotel guests will be able to access every theme park
30 minutes early, every day!
Guests staying at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort or other Disney Deluxe or
Deluxe Villa Resort hotels will also be able to enjoy extended evening hours on select nights
in select theme parks.
If you’re looking for a last-minute souvenir, you have plenty of options at the Grand Floridian.
Enter the house of the mouse at M. Mouse Mercantile for the best Mickey merchandise.
Sandy Cove Gifts and Sundries is your one-stop-shop for any gourmet gifts, snacks, fine chocolates,
hotel merchandise and sundry items.
Dining at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
The resort has a grand lineup of dining options,
ranging from pool bars and lounges to prestigious fine dining.
Victoria & Albert’s is a unique fine dining experience unlike any other.
For starters, the restaurant has received the prestigious
AAA Five Diamond Award since 2000,
as well as the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award.
Prepare for world-class service and an exquisite culinary adventure.
Next door to Victoria & Albert’s is Citricos,
another Signature Dining experience featuring Mediterranean-style dishes and an award-winning,
international wine list.
The resort is also home to 1900 Park Fare, which hosts breakfast, dinner
and afternoon tea parties with characters such as Alice in Wonderland, Mary Poppins, Cinderella and more.
Narcoossee’s serves a spectacular selection of fresh seafood, steak and other scrumptious entrees.
Enjoy coastal cuisine at this waterfront Signature Dining restaurant
that provides panoramic views of Seven Seas Lagoon.
The Grand Floridian Cafe is a more casual table-service restaurant
that’s open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Begin the day with a mix of breakfast and lunch offerings,
which include the Lobster 'Thermidor' Burger, Miso-glazed Salmon,
Traditional Eggs Benedict and Old Fashioned Pancakes.
Pick up a casual meal at the resort’s main quick-service restaurant
any time of the day since Gasparilla Island Grill serves breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
Start your day off with a breakfast platter or Mickey waffles, plus sides of eggs, grits and bacon.
We recommend placing the order while you’re still in your room
and hitting the “Prepare My Order” button once you’re headed over to the restaurant
if ordering at a peak dining time.
As one of the newer lounges at Disney World,
Enchanted Rose serves up sophisticated appetizers and cocktails.
Themed after “Beauty and the Beast,” the golden chandelier hanging above the bar
takes inspiration from Belle’s iconic ball gown.
Enjoy your drink while sitting at a table or on a couch in the Library room.
If you look closely, you may spot Mrs. Potts, Lumiere and Cogsworth!
Need a bite to eat or a cocktail to sip by the pool?
Beaches Pool Bar & Grill has a wide selection of food and drinks.
The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is a standalone Disney Vacation Club Resort
that shares the same theming as the Grand Floridian.
It’s located right next to the Senses spa and has its own separate lobby.
This DVC Resort offers multi-bedroom villas that feature fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas,
private bedrooms and more, which are great options for larger families or extended stays.
Considering at stay at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort?
Weigh the resort's prime location, luxurious amenities and overall atmosphere against its price tag.
Because of all that this grand dame has to offer,
it’s an excellent choice for those with the time to explore and take it all in.
You're right next door to Magic Kingdom, which is only a hop, skip and jump away.
The Grand Floridian offers a plethora of dining options that you won't even have to leave the resort for.
While it's one of the nicest and most upscale Disney hotels,
it still remains family-friendly with several character opportunities, a kiddie pool and an arcade room.
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