As the highly anticipated Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe aligns the Chronos and opens the portals to fantastical worlds, people are looking for Orlando resorts that have unique, immersive, or even adventurous escapes away from the theme parks. These four Orlando resorts have their own epic experiences, and some people might never want to leave that property.
In and around the City Beautiful, guests are looking for the ultimate vacation experience. While Orlando might be the theme park capital of the world, it is more than immersive lands and adrenaline inducing thrills that make a locale a hot destination. The resorts offer every tip of amenity for both vacationers and locals.
With these epic Orlando resorts, there is a little bit of everything for everyone. From the kids who want to plunge down a slide to adults who just want to relax by a man-made beach, there is no need to take the car out of valet to venture off property.
Evermore Orlando Resort
When guests step onto the Evermore Orlando property, the immediate response can be overwhelming. It is more than just the expansiveness of the Evermore Bay, every detail of the Hilton Conrad property invites the ultimate escape and relaxing retreat.
Surrounding the property, there is a stunning nature reserve. Paired with the water garden and the clear waters of Evermore Bay, guests feel that the rest of Orlando disappears as they are surrounded by the beauty and wonder of the resort.
For the more adventurous guests, there are plenty of aquatic adventures. Also, guests find the fairway at the Links Course.
Lastly, the food and beverages on site are equally as impressive as the activities. With a garden onsite and superb group of savory and pastry chefs on its team, these food and beverage offerings delight guests and satisfy every craving.
Gaylord Palms Resort
While many people have holiday traditions at Gaylord Palms Resort and bask in the chilly wonderland of the annual ICE celebration, the resort offers a wide array of activities throughout the year. From the nighttime light shows in the soaring atrium to the fun of its slides and lazy river, guests appreciate the little bit of everything that Gaylord Palms Resort offerings.
For the summer, the Gaylord Palms Resort partnered with Discovery Global Experiences to offer DC Summer. The special partnership includes Super Hero themed live shows, character meet and greets, and other fun activities. Both heroes and villains will be featured across both the complimentary and paid activities. The DC Summer event runs through September 1, 2025.
Grove Resort and Waterpark Orlando
Located just six miles from Walt Disney World Resort, the Grove Resort and Waterpark Orlando offers 106-acres on its property. The space boasts family-friendly amenities in a full-service resort. Anyone who travels with a group appreciates the extra space. From a screened balcony to a full-kitchen to save money on eating out, this spot feels like a home away from home.
For its activities, the Grove Resort and Waterpark Orlando offers a kids activities pool, lazy river, and FlowRider surf simulator. Additionally, the Lake Austin reserve area boasts, a pier, dining, and other resort amenities. Basically, it feels like the perfect enclave nestled within the resort city.
Margaritaville Resort Orlando
While the lyrics of “wasting away” might instantly come to mind, the Margaritaville Resort Orlando captures that island escapist vibe as soon as guests step in the front door. From classic hotel accommodations to larger house style rentals for groups, this spot close to Walt Disney World has a little bit of everything for everyone.
From the mixologists who craft some impressive cocktails in its many bars to the thrills in its H2O waterpark, the days feel like an endless adventure. At this resort it is more than just a cheeseburger that is enjoyed in paradise.
The epic Orlando resorts are just a few of the many properties in and around the City Beautiful. While on property locations offer convenience to the theme parks, other resorts create an oasis that people may never want to leave.