Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is the flagship Walt Disney World resort hotel and has been an icon of the resort since it opened in 1988. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is known for its unique theming that celebrates the golden age of travel and Victorian-era Florida beach resorts.

Overview

• Address: 4401 Floridian Way, Orlando, FL 32830
• Phone Number: (407) 824-3000
• Category: Deluxe
• Cost Range:
• Number of Rooms: 867 rooms
• Location: Magic Kingdom Area
• Opening Date: June 28, 1988
• Check-in: 3:00 PM
• Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Pets Allowed: No
• Last Renovation Date: Non Club-Level Rooms in 2024
• Current Renovations: Lobby renovation with approximate timeline of April 2025 through November 2025
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Disney's Grand Floridian Room Types

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has 867 hotel rooms including standard rooms, club level rooms, and handicap accessible room options. The standard rooms are considered some of the largest on Walt Disney World property averaging around 450 square feet.

Standard rooms are furnished with two queen beds, dresser, desk with chair, nightstand, flat screen TV, mini fridge, coffee maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, ironing board and iron. Rooms also include shampoo, conditioner, lotion, body wash, and bar soap.

Club level rooms include access to one of the two concierge resort lounges. Guests that are willing to pay for this high end service can enjoy a dedicated check-in and check-out service, turn down service, complimentary breakfast, appetizers, snacks, and an assortment of drinks. Suites are available but many Club level rooms are similar to the standard rooms.

Handicap accessible rooms feature vary from roll-in showers, assistive hearing devices, and other inclusive options.

Guests can opt for different views from their resort hotel room which include:

• Garden View: these rooms have views of landscaping, pools, or other buildings.
• Lagoon View: these rooms face the Seven Seas Lagoon but don't have a Magic Kingdom view.
• Theme Park View: this view is the top tier option with views of Magic Kingdom.

Pricing is cheapest for the Garden View with the most expensive being the Theme Park view. Each room is equipped with a balcony and chairs.

Average Cost for Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

The average cost of a room at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa varies depending on room type and view.

• Standard rooms with a resort view start at $807 per night and go as high as $1000 per night for a theme park view.
• Club level rooms with a resort view start at $1344 per night and go as high as $1571 per night for a theme park view.

Prices vary throughout the year with room rate increases common during the holiday season and holiday weekends. These rates are before an applicable hotel discounts which are available on a rotating basis throughout the year which you can track on our Walt Disney World hotel discounts page. 

One Unique Thing

The one unique thing you can find at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is their giant gingerbread house display during the holiday season at Walt Disney World.

Visiting this deluxe hotel is a must during the holiday season to take in the jaw dropping decorations in the lobby which any guest can access. This does increase crowds in the lobby during this time so keep that in mind if you are staying at the resort in the holiday season.

Dining Options

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has numerous dining options ranging from quick service options tailored to guests staying at the hotel and fine dining restaurants that are popular amongst all Walt Disney World guests.

• Victoria & Alberts– This is the most premium Disney Signature dining option at Walt Disney World. This elegant restaurant is reminiscent of a Victorian themed garden with world-class service and the option of two tasting menus each evening.
• Cítricos– This upscale lounge Disney Signature lounge has recently been reimagined as a space inspired by Mary Poppins Returns and offers an award winning wine list.
• Narcoossee's– This signature dining experience offers waterfront views and an upscale coastal inspired menu.
• 1900 Park Fare– This popular character dining option is available for breakfast and dinner featuring notable Disney Princesses and Princes in a setting with carousel theming, whimsical décor and impressionist-style Disney artwork.
• Enchanted Rose– This lounge offers four different areas all inspired by Disney's Beauty & the Beast film offering a wide selection of drinks.
• Grand Floridian Café– This restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with reinvented American classic dishes.
• Gasparilla Island Grill– This quick service location includes grab and go entrees available for lunch and dinner. Selections include an artisan burger, flatbreads and sandwiches.

Keep in mind that fine dining experiences, called Disney Signature dining, have a dress code requiring guests to dress accordingly.

Transportation

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has two main transportation options: monorail and bus service.

• Magic Kingdom: monorail, on foot via the resort walking path, water taxi
• EPCOT: monorail, bus
• Hollywood Studios: bus
• Animal Kingdom: bus
• Disney Springs: bus
• Typhoon Lagoon/Blizzard Beach: bus

The monorail is also connected to the Contemporary Resort and Polynesian resort. If you want to visit the other resorts, you will have to drive or use a rideshare service like Uber/Lyft or Minnie Vans. Or you could take a Disney bus to Disney Springs which has bus stops for all the Disney resort hotels and transfer from there.

Pools

There are two main pools at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and a kiddie pool area with water playground.

The Beach Pool and Alice in Wonderland themed water playground are located right off the main building entrance. The Beach Pool overlooks the Seven Seas Lagoon with a 181-foot water slide and beach cabanas for rent. This area also has showers, storage lockers, and restrooms.

The Courtyard Pool and hot tub are to the east of the main building and offer a great view of the fireworks from Magic Kingdom at night. The hot tub in this area is large enough to accommodate many guests.

Pool hours vary but are often from 9AM to 11PM. The main feature pool, Beach Pool, has lifeguards.

Amenities & Other Recreation

This resort includes all the Standard Amenities and Recreation Options at Walt Disney World Resorts (link to new page) along with other amenities including:

• Disney PhotoPass Studio
• Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Convention Center
• Motorized Boat Rentals
• Fishing
• Fireworks Cruises
• View of the Electrical Water Pageant
• Health Club
• Basketball Courts
• Disney Signature Services for Club Level Guests
• Club Level Concierge

And of course, the most notable amenity at Disney's Grand Floridian Spa & Resort is The Grand Floridian Spa offering massages, body treatments, hair services, manicures, pedicures and more.

Staying at any of the Walt Disney World deluxe resorts also qualify guests to participate in Extended Evening Hours which are dated events that allow guests into specific theme parks after they close.

Other Walt Disney World Deluxe Resorts

Walt Disney World has nine other deluxe resorts which you can find more information on below.

• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
• Disney's Beach Club Resort
• Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West
• Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
• Disney’s Riviera Resort
• Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
• Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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