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Think of lavishness that exceeds your
wildest expectations. A lifestyle of your dreams. A celebration that will be remembered forever.
Take advantage of your next vacation
and splurge, even if only for one night, to experience the grandiose surroundings found in a Presidential Suite. Featuring
premium views, above-and-beyond service and only the best of amenities, these Presidential Suites will exceed even the most
imaginative expectations.
A grand hotel with gabled roofs and Victorian balustrades
typical of the fabled Florida beach resorts of the 19th century is among Walt Disney World's themed resort adventures.
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, nestled
on the picturesque shores of Seven Seas Lagoon between Magic Kingdom and Disney's Polynesian Resort, welcomed its first modern-day
time-travelers in mid-1988.
The 867-room hotel featuring complete resort facilities
recalls the days when John D. Rockefeller, Thomas Edison and even President Theodore Roosevelt led the annual winter pilgrimage
to the land of friendly sunshine, where rowboats and palm fans replaced snow shoes and pot-belly stoves. Canary palms, southern
magnolias and richly colored gardens complete the historic theme.
Often referred to as "the jewel in the crown" of Disney's
Vacation Kingdom, the Grand Floridian also may be the first resort of its kind since the golden era of Henry M. Flagler and
Henry Plant. But this time, it has all the advantages of 21st century living -- including monorail service that stops right
beside the 19th century Grand Lobby.
Complementing the guest accommodations are restaurants,
lounges, snack bars, an arcade, a "Mouseketeer Club" child-care facility, shopping, swimming pools, children's playground,
marina, beauty salon and 9,000- square-foot spa and health club. The luxurious, full-service spa offers an array of fitness
and beauty treatments from seaweed body wraps to aromatherapy.
Like Disney's other resorts, the Grand Floridian has
a distinctive theme that carries through architecture, landscape, furnishings and costumes.
The style of the buildings is reminiscent of the Victorian
era but is more playful and relaxed -- embellished by intricate lattice work and balustrades and 120 miles of scrolls, turnposts
and curved moldings. Snow-white towers and red-shingle roofs make a dramatic first impression on guests.
The resort accommodations are among the most luxurious
on Disney property. The concierge and suite rooms with private elevator access in the 225,000-square-foot Sugar Loaf Key building
include in-room facilities such as a wet bar and lavish decor. One of the resort's five lodge buildings also features personal
concierge service.
In the main building, the third-floor concierge lobby
includes three guest-services desks designed to provide personalized services such as check-in/check-out, reservations, information,
etc. The fourth-floor concierge lobby includes a quiet seating area where guests can enjoy, at no additional charge, continental
breakfasts and evening cocktails. The fifth-floor suite lobby features a bookcase filled with a wide variety of reading materials.
Throughout the hotel, guestroom decor, as it did a
century ago, enhances the atmosphere of a refuge from harsh winters and the hectic big-city pace. Features include soft, spring-like
colors and printed wall coverings, armoires and other furnishings in light woods, marble-top sinks with old-fashion fittings,
and Victorian woodwork.
Most rooms include two queen-size beds plus a day bed.
Suites include a parlor plus one to three bedrooms.
An open-cage elevator, aviary, palms and ferns set
the mood in the sitting area of the Grand Lobby, which reaches five stories to a Victorian ceiling adorned with three illuminated
stained-glass domes, ornate chandeliers and metal scrolls.
Shops carry on the theme in displays featuring turn-of-the-century
toys and clothing.
Dining opportunities at the Grand Floridian are diverse
-- from top-your-own burgers at Gasparilla Grill and Games to intimate, candlelight, gourmet dinners at Victoria & Albert's,
with elegant service fit for royalty. The largest restaurant is Citricos featuring sun-drenched Provenal colors and an open-air
kitchen. 1900 Park Fare hosts character dining at breakfast and dinner plus the popular Wonderland Tea Party. Grand Floridian
Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
All major dining locations are in the main building
except Narcoosee's, a seafood restaurant on a romantic shoreline location. Octagon-shaped and open-beamed, Narcoosee's features
a show kitchen where cooks broil, steam, saut} and smoke the catches of the day.
Hotel recreation is water-oriented -- white sand beaches
on Seven Seas Lagoon, a marina with rental craft and a children's playground. Beach Pool offers guests a natural springs setting
complete with a waterfall flowing from a 27-foot-tall stone mountain. For the most lavish water experience, the Grand 1 offers
a
pampered VIP boating experience on Seven Seas Lagoon overlooking Magic Kingdom. The 44-foot Sea Ray yacht sails on morning,
afternoon or evening excursions, featuring a fireworks display above Magic Kingdom on select evenings. For the ultimate cruise,
private butler service and on-board gourmet dining is available.
A full-service spa and health club pampers guests with
a variety of personalized treatments including massage therapy, body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures. Men's and
women's sauna, steam room, whirlpool and workout room round out the amenities.
Grand Floridian Resort &
Spa Amenities:
- Pools - Splash, sun and slide under waterfalls
in the zero-depth entry feature Beach Pool. Take a quiet swim in the courtyard pool, relax in the spa, and watch
the little ones play in the kiddie pool.
- Beach - Soak up the sun on a white-sand beach.
- Arcade - Play a variety of video and pinball
favorites at Gasparilla's Grill & Games.
- Playground - Climb, slide and play to
your heart's content on the playground located between "Fantasia" and "Toy Story."
- Banking services available
- Barber/Beauty Salons - Salon available
at Ivy Trellis Salon.
- Camera Rental
- Guest Services desk
- Concierge - Concierge service is available.
- Child Service Facility - Child service
facility is available.
- Children's Activities - Children's activities
include: children's Pool, playground, arcade and Mouseketeer Club.
- Credit Cards - Credit Cards accepted:
American Express®, Discover Card®, Disney Credit Card®, JCB®,
MasterCard® and VISA®.
- Dining - Dining available at Victoria
& Albert's, Citrico's, Narcoossee's, 1900 Park Fare, and Grand Floridian Cafe.
Character dining available at select locations.
- Lounge - Garden View Lounge and
Minzer's Lounge.
- Bell Services
- Wireless (Wi-Fi) Internet Access
- Laundry - Coin laundry facilities and
dry cleaning service available.
- Monorail Services - Monorail to Magic
Kingdom® park, Epcot® and selected Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels.
- Parking -
- Free parking is available for guests staying
at selected Walt Disney World® Resorts.
- RV/Truck parking.
- Pizza Delivery - Pizza delivery to room
available.
- Fitness - Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club:
Experience the perfect
balance of relaxation and wellness when you enjoy the first-class services and luxurious amenities at Walt Disney
World® Resort's Flagship Resort and Spa.
- Recreation - Recreation: watercraft Rentals,
heated swimming pool, white-sand beaches, two lighted clay tennis courts.
- Watercraft Rentals - Spend some time on
the lake with a Pontoon Boat, Canopy Boat or Sea Raycer by Sea Ray®, or charter the Grand 1,
the Grand Floridian's Sea Ray Yacht. (Extra fee)
- Tennis - Hit the clay courts for a set
or two. (Don't forget to bring your own equipment.)
- Jogging Trail - Take a scenic one-mile
run along the path to Disney's Polynesian Resort.
- Services for Guests with Disabilities
- All Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels offer rooms equipped for guests with disabilities: wide doorways,
additional handrails and special bathrooms.
- Shopping - Shopping available at Sandy
Cove, Commander Porter's, Summer Lace, M. Mouse Mercantile and Bally.
- Tickets - Tickets for Walt Disney
World® Theme Parks available.
- Elevators
- Game Room
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Grand Adventures in Cooking -
Have a delicious time painting an apron, decorating your very own chef's hat and whipping up tasty treats. (For children ages
4-10) Space is limited.
- Wonderland Tea Party - Join Alice
and her curious friends for lunch, cupcakes and, of course, a spot of tea. (For children ages 3-10) Space is limited.
- Disney's Pirate Adventure - Don
yer garb and set sail to exotic ports-of-call in search of buried treasure. (For children ages 4-10) Space is limited.
Dining for Disney's
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:
Victoria & Albert’s
Pamper
your palette by choosing this exceptionally fine dining retreat featuring award-winning American cuisine and gracious service.
Intimate,
elegant, Victorian setting. Victoria & Albert - maid & butler provide "team service" to each table during a seven-course
meal featuring American regional cuisine with classical influences.
Victoria &
Albert’s Chef’s Table
Victoria & Albert's Chef's Table offers a unique in-the-kitchen
experience to observe and interact with the Chef and his Culinary Team; while partaking of the creative and exciting culinary
selections offered exclusively at the Chef's Table.
1900 Park Fare
Dine
with a Princess, a magical English nanny or Characters from the rabbit hole at this enchanting restaurant.
* Breakfast
buffet with Mary Poppins and friends
* Continuous seatings from 7:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
* Dinner buffet with Cinderella
and friends from 5:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cítricos
Treat yourself to
cuisine from the fragrant hillsides of the Mediterranean coast. Casual, sun-drenched ambiance with a European flair,
international wines, onstage preparation of French specialties and desserts, family-friendly service.
Narcoossee’s
"Sea"
yourself dining here. Nestled on the waterfront, this creative seafood restaurant serves North American favorites. Waterfront restaurant with unobstructed view of the Magic Kingdom®
and its spectacular fireworks. Menu features creatively prepared food, showcasing seafood from North American waters.
Wonderland Tea Party at
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa
* A Tea Party with characters from Alice in Wonderland
* Offered
Monday through Friday from 1:30 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.
The Grand Floridian
Cafe
Drink in the sweeping views along the veranda that overlooks the courtyard and sparkling pool.
Specialties include wonderful salads, soups, sandwiches and creative entrées for lunch, and steak and fresh seafood for dinner.
Full
Service - Café windows sweep along a verandah overlooking the courtyard & pool.
Cítricos Lounge
Cocktails
and champagne by the glass complement an "Amuse Bouche" (smaller portions) menu of foods consistent with the Cítricos full-service
menu.
Mizner's Lounge
Lounge
with beautiful marble bar, overlooking the garden. Seats 75. Menu: Light snacks, full bar featuring vintage brandies and ports
are available.
Gasparilla
Grill and Games
Breeze into this light and airy quick service restaurant for great food and a fun assortment
of video games. Snack bar and arcade games. Menu: Danish, pastries, croissants, bacon, sausage and egg croissants, French
toast sticks, tater tots, oatmeal, cereal, fruit cup, fresh fruit, assorted juices and coffee, variety of salads, nachos,
soups, chili, hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, onion rings, pizza, fries, beverages, beer and wine.
Summerhouse
Walk-up
full bar and limited snack items include: rum runners, frozen strawberry daiquiri, hot dogs, several varieties of sandwiches,
fruit cups, chips, piña colada, juices and soft drinks.
Garden View
Lounge
Turn back the clock to the genteel tradition of supping an afternoon tea. Tea cakes and other
traditional tantalizing treats accompany a wide selection of tasty teas. Your afternoons will never be the same.
A
traditional English afternoon tea or cocktail with a view of the garden. Enjoy freshly-brewed teas, tea sandwiches, tea pastries,
fresh strawberries and English trifle.
Grand Floridian Resort &
Spa Transportation:
Motor coach / Bus
Transportation - to the Theme Parks, Water Parks and Downtown Disney®
Ferryboat Service - Ferryboat service
to the Magic Kingdom® Park and selected Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels.
Monorail Services - Monorail to Magic
Kingdom® park, Epcot® and selected Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels.
To reach any of the other Walt
Disney World® Resort Hotels you will need to take a Bus to Downtown Disney® and transfer to a Bus
going to the Resort you want to visit.
If you decided to drive, parking is free at any of
the Theme Parks, for resort guest only.
Grand Floridian Resort &
Spa Rooms:
Best room locations
Rooms in Sugar Loaf Key are nearest to the main
building, but can get noisy. Lagoon views in buildings Conch Key & Sago Cay offer views of Cinderella's Castle & the
fireworks. Big Pine Key is nearest to the beach.
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- Typical room is 403 square feet
- Turndown service
- Disabled accessible rooms available
- 24-hour room service
- Nonsmoking rooms available
- Comfy robes
- Irons, ironing boards, hairdryers and make-up mirrors
in each room
- Minibars
- Bathroom with private commode.
- Bath Tub with shower
- Dual marble sinks
- 120 Volt A/C
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- Cribs, refrigerators and microwaves available
- In-room safes
- Disney Channel and ESPN
- Newspaper delivery
- High Speed Internet Access
- Laundry facilities/services
- Smoke Detectors
- Air Conditioning
- Two chairs and a table
- Armoire-concealed television
- Dual Line Phone - voice mail and data
port
- Ceiling Fan
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More than half of the rooms offer delightful vistas of the
Seven Seas Lagoon or the hotel marina.
Most of the 900 Guest Rooms have two queen-sized beds, a day
bed, TV, armoire, table & 2 chairs, mini-bar, closet, small safe, iron, ironing board, hairdryer, coffee maker, bathroom
with seperate vanity area, and a balcony.
The average Guest Room is 400 square feet.
Six honeymoon rooms are located in the towers of the main building.
Standard rooms have a five-person room occupancy.
There are three views available- Garden View rooms feature
balconies overlooking the landscaped gardens. The Pool/Marina view rooms feature balconies overlooking either the courtyard
pool or the marina. Lagoon View rooms overlook the Seven Seas Lagoon, & may or may not include a view of the Magic
Kingdom.
Suites
The 25 one-, two-, or three-bedroom suites feature a parlor
and wet bar, one king-sized bed or two queen-sized beds. Four to 10 adults maximum, depending upon suite type. There are six
honeymoon suites available - jacuzzi honeymoon suites feature a jacuzzi & balcony, octagon honeymoon suites are larger,
but with no jacuzzi or balcony.
Concierge
There are 65 Concierge Guest Rooms. The third-floor concierge
desk in the main building offers exclusive guest service assistance and check-out. Continental breakfast, refreshments, wine,
hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and cordials served on the fourth floor.
Club Concierge Rooms: maximum 5 Guests
Suites: maximum 2-8 Guests
Stay
in a one bedroom with 2 baths and separate sitting area (sleeps 2-4); two bedroom with 1 1/2 baths and separate sitting area
(sleeps 4-8); or Presidential with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room and hospitality bar area (sleeps 4).
Room Features:
- Turndown service
- Disabled accessible rooms available
- 24-hour room service
- Comfy robes
- Irons, ironing boards, hairdryers and make-up mirrors in each
room
- Minibars
- Cribs, refrigerators and microwaves available upon request
- In-room safes
- Disney Channel and ESPN
- Newspaper delivery available
- High Speed Internet Access
- Laundry facilities/services
Club Concierge-level Guests also receive these special amenities:
- Staff available prior to and during your visit for reservations
and vacation planning
- Access to the exclusive Royal Palm Club or Sugar Loaf Club
Concierge Lounge (depending on room location) featuring Continental breakfast, snacks and evening wine and cheese reception
(wine not offered at Sugar Loaf location)
- Ability to participate in the Wildlife Discovery Excursion
— an exclusive guided tour of Kilimanjaro Safaris® at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park — offered only to a
limited number of Club Concierge-level Guests for an additional fee
Standard Room - Two Queen Beds
& One Day Bed
Tower Room - Two Queen Beds
Deluxe (Type #1) - Two Queen
Beds
Deluxe (Type #2) - Two Queen
Beds
One Bedroom Suite - Two Queen
Beds & One Day Bed
One Bedroom Suite - Two Queen
Beds & One Queen Sofa Bed
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