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Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Lobby — Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby

At Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Victorian elegance meets modern sophistication at this lavish bayside Resort hotel. Relax in the sumptuous lobby as the live orchestra plays ragtime, jazz and popular Disney tunes. Bask on the whites and beach, indulge in a luxurious massage and watch the fireworks light up the sky over Cinderella Castle. Just one stop to Magic Kingdom park on the complimentary Resort Monorail, this timeless Victorian-style marvel evokes Palm Beach’s golden era.

Know Before You Go

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
4401 Floridian Way
Orlando, FL 32830

Transportation: The major advantage of this resort is that Magic Kingdom can also be accessed via pedestrian walkway (it’s about a 10-15 minute walk) or monorail via the station on the second floor in the Main Building, or a ferry boat. The same Monorail can be also be used to ride to the Transportation And Ticket Center, here guests can transfer to another Monorail and ride to the front gate of Epcot.
Disney provides bus service from Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, and Disney Springs. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort’s bus stops sit along the front wall of the lobby, between the lobby and check- in parking lot. Each theme park has its own bus stop somewhere along the wall. Animal Kingdom’s bus service is shared with Blizzard Beach, while Disney Springs and Typhoon Lagoon also share a stop and service.
Check-in time 3:00 PM, Check-out time 11:00 AM.
Location: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is in the Magic Kingdom resort area between ZMagic Kingdom and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. It’s just across the Seven Seas Lagoon from the Magic Kingdom.
Laundry facilities – There are on site washers and dryers available for guest use.
Yes, there is an Elevator
If you lose something during your stay, contact Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort’s Lost and Found department by calling (407) 824-3000.

Building Type and Room Capacity Information

• Outer Building- Garden View (5)
• Outer Building- Lagoon View (5)
• Outer Building- Deluxe Room (5)
• Outer Building- Theme Park View (5)
• Outer Building- Standard Room- Club Level Access (5)
• Main Building- Standard View- Club Level (5)
• Main Building- Theme Park View- Club Level (5)
• Main Building- Deluxe King Room- Club Level (3)
• Outer Building- 1 Bedroom Suite- Club Level Access (6)
• Outer Building- 2 Bedroom Suite- Club Level Access (8)

Each Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa room is furnished with the following:

disney's grand floridian resort bathroom — Bathroom with bathtub

1 King Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
Dresser with 4 small drawers
Desk with chair
Nightstand
Full-length mirror (on bath door)
WiFi wireless Internet access
Flat-panel TV
Mini fridge
Coffee Maker
Ironing board and iron
Hair dryer
Digital thermostat
In-room safe
Tiny bottle of H2O-brand shampoo, and bar soap

Room Types

Outer Building Lagoon View Room

The resort has two categories of rooms: Main Building and Outer Building.

The outer building has the following views:

Theme Park View: Views of Magic Kingdom Park – 1 King Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
Garden View: Views of the Courtyard, Marina or Pool Area– 1 King Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
Lagoon View: Views of the Seven Seas Lagoon – 1 King Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed

Curious what the Lagoon view looks like from your resort room?

Concierge (Club) Level Rooms

At Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa there are two concierge lounges. The first is called the The Royal Palm Club, and it’s located on the fourth floor of the Main Building. A second concierge lounge is located in the Sugar Loaf Key building of the resort. This lounge has amenities and services similar to Royal Palm Club in the Main Building.
Guests are treated to special services including a lounge/club, complimentary food and drink, and personalized service. There are about 175 Royal Palm Club rooms and around 90 Sugar Loaf Key rooms, most of which are similar to regular rooms throughout the resort, but there are also suites available. Club level prices can start at $150 more than standard rooms at the Grand Floridian.
Upon arriving to Grand Floridian, concierge guests are taken to an exclusive area to be checked in and taken care of. Once guests are brought to the club level, they will be introduced to the cast members on hand to be the resource for any special services they may need including advanced dining reservations, park tickets, and transportation options.
Another special service provided to concierge level guests is a nightly turn down. Housekeeping cast members come to your room in the evening to prepare your bed and leave chocolates.
A more exciting benefit to staying club level is access to free food for most of the day. There are breakfast options in the morning, snacks are available along with an assortment of drinks including soda, hot drinks like coffee, and beer throughout the day and in the late afternoon/early evening appetizers are put out for guests. Wine and liqueurs along with desserts are served throughout the evening as well.
The selection of food and drink laid out in the lounges is only accessible to club level guests. There are several tables and chairs set up for folks to use throughout the day. Kids have their own area here with child sized table and chairs and a TV running cartoons and other Disney favorites.

Club Level Rooms Available

There are standard rooms as well as 1 and bedroom suites available in both the main building and outer building, Sugar Loaf.

Resort Pools

Grand Floridian has two pools. The Courtyard Pool, sits east of Grand Floridian’s Main Building. There is also a hot tub, kiddie pool and water play area.

The other pool, the Beach Pool is located between the Main Building and the Villas. The Beach Pool is a 111,261-gallon pool overlooking Seven Seas Lagoon. Its main feature is a 181-foot water slide.

The Beach Pool also has cabanas available for rent.

Dining Options

Grand Floridian has a number of fine dining options available, including Walt Disney World’s flagship signature restaurant Victoria & Albert’s.

Cítricos – Dine underneath the lovely London sky in this newly re-imagined restaurant inspired by Mary Poppins Returns.

Grand Floridian Cafe

Narcoossee’s – an upscale, yet casual, seafood restaurant

Victoria & Albert’s (Temporarily closed)

1900 Park Fare (Temporarily closed)

Garden View Tea Room (Temporarily closed)

The Enchanted Rose – located on the second floor in the Main Building. Enchanted Rose has indoor seating and a full drink menu, with several beers, wines, and a selection of spirits. The lounge is usually open 4 PM to 10 PM daily.

Gasparillas Island Grill- order your “quick service” meal via the app beforehand for easy pick up. Offering burgers, pizza and and grilled cheese.

The Courtyard Pool Bar is located adjacent to the Courtyard Pool at the Grand Floridian. It has a selection of beers, wines, and cocktails and a small menu of burgers, flat bread pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and desserts is available.

Beaches Pool Bar and Grill is located next to the Beach Pool and boats a selection of alcoholic beverages and a dining menu of burgers, sushi, and salad.

Resort Amenities and Recreation

disney's grand floridian resort villas view

disney's grand floridian resort activities

On-site fitness center for guests to enjoy.
Electrical Water Pageant : Add some twinkling charm to each evening of your stay during a delightful nighttime water parade! Glimmering along the shoreline of this Resort hotel destination, the Electrical Water Pageant gives Guests of all ages the chance to marvel at spectacular sights and sounds as sparkling sea creatures—both grand in size and epic in scope—cruise the lagoon to electronic Disney tunes you know and love.
Movies Under the Stars – complimentary screenings of favorite Disney films, evenings on the Great Ceremonial House Lawn.
Campfires- Cozy up for complimentary outdoor screenings of popular Disney films immediately following your campfire.
Specialty Cruises
Poolside Cabanas
Guided Fishing Excursions : Whether you’re a seasoned sportsman or an amateur angler, a guided fishing excursion is fun for Guests of all ages. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling (407) 939-FISH or (407) 939-3474.

Choose from Guided Bass Fishing Excursions, which includes a 21-foot Sun Tracker pontoon boat that can accommodate up to 5 Guests, and a tournament-style NITRO® bass fishing boat for up to 3 Guests. Both 2-hour and 4-hour excursions are offered, and if available, an extra hour may be added in person at the Marina. Solo anglers may book an afternoon excursion at a reduced rate.

All Walt Disney World Resort fishing excursions include: An experienced guide, Rod and reel, Tackle, Artificial and/or live bait (NITRO boats will not offer live bait,) Non-alcoholic beverages only (Guests may not bring alcoholic beverages aboard.)

Jogging Trail –Enjoy views of Magic Kingdom park, Disney’s Wedding Pavilion and more as you jog along the lagoon
Volleyball- Enjoy a friendly volleyball match on a sandy court located between the Hawaii and Tahiti buildings
The arcade on property is attached to the Gasparilla Island Grill.

Need More Room?

When you stay st The Viallas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, you’ll enjoy the same benefits offered at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa—along with spacious Disney Deluxe Villa accommodations. It’s an outstanding home base for your Walt Disney World vacation.

Discover the Villa Difference
The Villas offered at this resort and other Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts offer accommodations with just-like-home touches that go beyond the traditional hotel room.