Grand Floridian Resort
The Disney Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is based on a grand hotel built by Henry M. Flagler of Standard Oil. His hotel housed many famous people like John D. Rockefeller and Teddy Roosevelt. This grand hotel was lost to a fire. The Grand Floridian Hotel resembles the hotel with its verandas, towers, latticework, ceiling fans, and much more. This resort has it all and more. The main building is called the Grand Lobby. All you can say about this room is magnificant. Even if you do not stay here come and take a look around. You'll be amazed.
The 900 rooms at the Grand Floridian Resort have been recently refurbished. The are decorated with printed wall coverings, marbletopped sinks, ceiling fans etc. They are prepared with hairdryers, bathrobes, mini-bars, daily newspapers and lets not forget nightly turndown service. Most of the rooms measure 400 square feet and include two queen-size beds, plus a daybed. Many of the rooms have wonderful terraces. The price range for this resort starts at $304.00 per night up to $615.00 per night.
Restaurants at the Disney Grand Floridian & Spa Resort include the following:
Citricos: This is the largest of the six restaurants and is located on the second floor (Alcazar Level). The cuisine is the South of France taste and the seating allows great views of the Magic Kingdom's firework display.
Gasparilla Grill & Games: This is a 24 hour snack bar which offers video games.
Grand Floridian Cafe: This lovely restaurant is located on the first floor. You can have breakfast, lunch or dinner.
1900 Park Fare: A buffet restaurant on the first floor (Windsor Level). Characters host breakfast and dinners.
Victoria & Albert's: This restaurant is named after the former queen and prince of England. This is , I believe, the most expensive of all Walt Disney World restaurants. Jackets are required for men and priority seating is a must. This restaurant will seat no more than 60 guests. Make sure your wallet is full and call before you leave for Disney World.
Lounges: There are three wonderful lounges to visit.
Garden View: This is a beautiful spot on the first floor with garden and pool views. Tea is served in the afternoon.
Mizner's: This bar is located on the second floor and is named after an eccentric architect.
Summerhouse: This is for beachside and pool refreshments.
What To Do:
Swimming: The main pool is located just outside the main building. There is also a whirlpool and let's not forget the white-sand beach.
Playground: Adjacent to the Mouseketeer Clubhouse is a great playground with swings and climbing apparatus.
Health Club: The health club has everything from exercise equipment, to whirlpools, to steam and sauna rooms.
Spa: There are 16 treatment rooms for massage, herbal wraps, and aromatherapy. There are even spa programs available for children.
Salon: The Ivy Trellis salon offers a full line of hair care services.
Shopping: Summer Lace is located on the first floor There is also Sandy Cove on the first floor. Go up one floor and find M.Mouse Mercantile character shop. There is also Bally leather goods store and Commander Porter which is a men's shop.
Video Arcades: Gasparilla Grill & Games is located on the first floor in the main building.
Biking :I do not believe there is a location to rent.
Tennis: There are two clay courts available. Reservations are suggested: call 407-939-7529.
Boating: The Captain's Shipyard Marina has a large variety of water boats. There are sunfish and hobie waves, canopy boats, water mouse boats, and jet boats. In addition the Grand 1 yacht can be rented for a mere $275.00 an hour. The captain comes with this price.
Children's Program: The Mouseketeer Club is a supervised evening activity which runs from 4:30 p.m. until midnight. This is for children between the ages of 4 and 12. The cost is $5.00 per hour. Call to make reservations 407-824-2985.
Child Care: In-Room Child Care- Private service by KinderCare Learning Centers is available to Walt Disney World Resort guests with 24-hour advance notice. Call 407-827-5444
Transportation: The Grand Floridian & Spa is connected to the Transportation and Ticket Center. The Magic Kingdom can be reached by the monorail, which is located on the platform outside the hotel under the awning on the second floor.The other Theme Parks and Water Parks can be reached by buses at the Transportation and Ticket Center. The same applys for Downtown Disney, Pleasure Island, etc.
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The Grand Floridian & Spa Resort
407-824-3000
