Friday, September 11, 2009

Experience Orlando Florida at its Best at the Gaylord Palms

Reviewed by Ashley of ReserveDirect.comGaylord Palms in Orlando, Florida is an exceptional facility that features a turn-of-the-century Floridian design with all of the modern conveniences of today. The hotel is an attraction in and of itself, as it boasts three distinctly themed atriums, all of which reflect Florida. From the vibrantly hued Key West atrium, to the greenery filled Everglades atrium, to the old-world charm of the St. Augustine atrium, the allure of Gaylord Palms is that it creates a world to stay in rather than just a city.

The amenities at Gaylord Palms are endless. There are five restaurants on-site, including the award-winning Old Hickory Steakhouse and European inspired Villa de Flora, as well as the H20 Sports Bar & Grille, which serves a delicious lunch. An array of shops are located at the Gaylord Palms and it has a recreation park, known as Coquina Dunes, that provides guests a Bocce court, putting green, croquet lawn and sand volleyball area. Their spa, Relache, offers a variety of services and there is a well-equipped fitness center open 24 hours a day for guest convenience. There are two pools located on site: Clearwater Cove and South Beach. The Clearwater Cove pool area is for kids and adults and is equipped with great water features including a 120,000-gallon zero-entry pool, octopus waterslide, sand play area and waterfall. The South Beach pool area is for adults only and provides a more relaxing environment for guests in a trendy art-deco setting.

The room I stayed in while at the Orlando Gaylord Palms was a St. Augustine Atrium View room. It was superior in both design and case goods, and was very inviting. Features such as luxury linens, high-quality furnishings and an immaculate bathroom that featured a granite vanity with dual sinks and a walk-in shower made the room a relaxing oasis of comfort. The rooms balcony was the most exceptional feature as it faced the gorgeous St. Augustine Atrium and had a beautiful view of the landscaping and architecture that created the themed atrium.

A stay at the Gaylord Palms Orlando will definitely not disappoint. Make your reservations today to experience a whole new way of staying in Orlando.

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