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Early Theme Park EntryResort guests are able to enter each theme park daily a half an hour before the general public. Valid theme park admission, park reservation and Resort ID are required.
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What we love
Beautiful Victorian-style architecture
Direct Access to Magic Kingdom® Park by walking path, monorail, or boat taxi
Rooms are some of the largest in all of Walt Disney World® Resort; most sleep up to five
The most luxurious standard rooms on property, with hardwoods and marble in the bathrooms, and elegance all round
Multiple table-service options, including the AAA Five Diamond-awarded Victoria & Albert's
On-site character breakfast and dinner dining at 1900 Park Fare
24-hour dining via room service and the quick-service Gasparilla Grill
Live music in the lobby, including an orchestra in the evenings
Beach Pool features a gently sloping entry similar to that of a natural beach, a splash area for little ones
Quiet pool is the largest on property, and includes a whirpool and kiddie pool
A full-service spa and health club in a Victorian-themed setting offering massages and body treatments, plus a full-service salon
Few parking lot views; most rooms overlook the beautiful grounds, with some water and Magic Kingdom® Park views
Keep in Mind
Hotel charges $25 per night (sales tax included) for overnight self-parking
Hotel charges $33 per night (sales tax included) for valet parking
Proximity to Magic Kingdom® Park and world-class amenities make Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa the most expensive hotel on property
Transportation time to other parks can be longer
More traffic from non-hotel guests than any other property
Families coming to and from the theme park are as welcomed as those dressed to the nines, which you will see, especially in the evenings
On-site convention center brings in some business travelers
Shared bus service to Disney's Hollywood Studios® and Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Concierge-level rooms are in the main building and Sugarloaf; main building rooms are more expensive
Notable Facts
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa was modeled after the Hotel del Coronado in San Diego
Many of the resort hotel's buildings are named after islands in the Keys
The Beach Boys filmed the video for "Kokomo" at the hotel in 1988, and incidentally were the hotel's first guests
Big Bertha, a band organ built in Paris and used in a theme park in Grand Rapids, Mi., plays at 1900 Park Fare
Frog Family Tips
Request a standard room in the Big Pine Key building to be closest to the quiet pool; rooms in Conch Key are closest to boat transportation (not all requests are guaranteed)
Book reservations for Victoria & Albert's a full 60 days in advance of check-in for the best chance at getting a table, especially if you want a seat at the coveted Chef's Table, which offers only one seating for 10 each evening
Take the monorail to Magic Kingdom® Park, but consider the boat ride back as it's the first stop before heading to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
In the mood for other dining options? Expand your dining options with a short walk to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
To visit Epcot®, you'll need to take the monorail to Transportation and Ticket Center and then transfer to the Epcot® monorail
Best For
Families looking for an elegant but still kid-friendly Disney experience, with an abundance of amenities, upscale and casual dining, and direct monorail access to Magic Kingdom® Park
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Legendary elegance and lavish décor combine with impeccable service and spectacular views to create an exceptional style that pampers guests and responds to every whim. Live lobby entertainment by the live orchestra, multi-paneled arch windows, turn-of-the-century gas lamps, regal chandeliers, and a world-class spa define quintessential luxury at Disney's flagship Resort Hotel. Guests will enjoy a less-than-one-mile stroll on the scenic walking path that connects Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to Magic Kingdom park, keeping you close to all the magic.
EXCLUSIVE THEME PARK BENEFITS:
Early Theme Park Entry for Resort Hotel Guests - guests of Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels can get a 30-minute jump on their Disney day with early theme park entry—available at all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks—for each day of your stay, subject to capacity
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours – guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels or Disney Deluxe Villas and other select hotels can enjoy extended evening hours—experiencing select attractions, shops, and dining after regular park hours—in select theme parks on select nights.
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Refurbishments
Starting March 1, 2022, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will undergo refurbishment. Guests may see or hear construction during daytime hours. Most Resort hotel amenities will remain available. Please allow for additional travel time. Disney Resort hotels will begin a phased reopening. As these hotels open, a number of health-and-safety measures will be in place. Additionally, some experiences such as housekeeping services and resort activities have been modified or may be unavailable.
Face coverings are optional for Guests in both outdoor and indoor locations, as well as Disney transportation. It is recommended Guests who are not fully vaccinated continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations, including indoor attractions and theaters, and on enclosed transportation.
Some imagery shown throughout our website does not represent current operational and safety guidelines. Visitors should be aware of and comply with government guidelines regarding travel restrictions and mandatory quarantines before visiting our destination.
The following resort amenities are unavailable at this time:
Buildings offer elevators and stairs with interior corridors
Dining:
Cítricos, fine dining full-service restaurant
Narcoossee's, fine dining full-service restaurant
Grand Floridian Cafe, casual full-service restaurant
Enchanted Rose, Beauty and the Beast themed dining
Gasparilla Island Grill, quick-service restaurant
Beaches Pool Bar & Grill, poolside bar and quick-service snacks
Courtyard Pool Bar, poolside bar and quick-service snacks
1900 Park Fare, character dining buffet and afternoon tea
Garden View Tea Room, British-style tea room overlooking the gardens
Victoria & Albert's, AAA Five Diamond Award fine dining restaurant
Cítricos Lounge, bar
Recreation:
Two outdoor pools - one feature pool and one leisure pool
Feature Pool has 111,261-gallon beach pool with zero-depth entry, waterslide, waterfalls, walking bridge, natural springs setting, and cabana rentals
Children's pool and aquatic play area
Whirlpool spa
Motorized boat rentals and specialty cruises
Fishing
Movies Under the Stars
Arcade
Basketball
Jogging trail
Grand Floridian campfire activities
Fitness center
Motorcoach transportation:
Epcot®
Disney's Hollywood Studios®
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Disney Water Parks
Disney Springs™
Official Walt Disney World® Hotels (requires one transfer at a Disney Theme Park)
Water launch to:
Magic Kingdom® Park
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Monorail Transportation:
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Disney's Contemporary Resort
Magic Kingdom® Park
Epcot® (requires a monorail change at the Transportation & Ticket Center)
Other Services:
The Grand Floridian Spa
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Electrical Water Pageant, lighted parade across Seven Seas Lagoon
6 Merchandise locations (gifts, sundries)
Self-service laundry facilities
Valet laundry service
ATM
Mail services
Resort concierge
Business Center
Convention/meeting space
Salon/barber services
Hotel charges $25 per night (sales tax included) for overnight self-parking
Hotel charges $33 per night (sales tax included) for valet parking
General Walt Disney World® Resort Benefits
Staying on-site at an Official Walt Disney World® Hotel gives you several great complimentary benefits, including free transportation and more.
The Frog Family absolutely loves staying on-site not just for the fun themes and Disney atmosphere of the hotels, but also for the convenient amenities. Some of the other complimentary benefits include:
Convenient Proximity - You can easily go back to your hotel from the parks if you need a break or want to relax at the pool. It's just as easy to head back to the parks after relaxing at your hotel for a couple of hours.
Free Park Transportation - Depending on which Official Walt Disney World® Hotel you stay at, you'll have access to the Skyliner, Monorail, water launch and/or bus transportation. Many of the Official Walt Disney World® Hotels are also within walking distance to the parks and other resorts.
Free Wi-Fi - When staying on-site, you'll have access to complimentary wi-fi, available in your room and select public areas, such as the pools, arcades, restaurants, and more.
Merchandise Delivery and Pickup – Merchandise delivery is available for purchases made in-store at select Walt Disney World® shops and through the Shop Disney Parks mobile app (for in-stock merchandise).
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Early Theme Park Entry
Resort guests are able to enter each theme park daily a half an hour before the general public. Valid theme park admission, park reservation and Resort ID are required.
