The Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes Orlando
Putting guests just over two miles east of International Drive, the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes Orlando combines an elegant hotel with world-class golf in one complete package. The 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course has a clubhouse with a pub and restaurant. Rooms and suites at the Ritz have iPod docking stations, balconies, marble bathtubs and flat-screen televisions with cable. Six restaurants, three bars two cafes, and a sushi bar are all located on the property. The hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool, and the on-site spa offers massage and revitalization services.
The Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes Orlando
4040 Central Florida Parkway
Orlando, FL 32837
(407) 206-2400
grandelakes.com
Grand Cypress Resort
Guests of the Grand Cypress Resort do not have to go far to hit the greens, since the resort has both a 27-hole and an 18-hole championship golf course on the property. Located less than five miles from International Drive, this luxury hotel offers villas that come with flat-screen televisions and cable, wireless Internet access, morning newspapers and separate living rooms and bedrooms. The hotel is home to seven restaurants, five lounges, a health club and a driving range. On-site activities include fishing, rock climbing and tennis.
Grand Cypress Resort
1 N. Jacaranda
Orlando, FL 32836
(877) 330-7377
grandcypress.com
Marriott's Grande Vista
Situated just half a mile off International Drive, the Marriott's Grande Vista offers guests access to three on-site golf courses, as well as driving ranges, putting greens and instructions. The guest rooms and villas come fully equipped with daily newspaper delivery, wireless Internet access, flat-screen cable TV and kitchenettes with mini-fridges and microwaves. Guests also have access to three swimming pools, a spa, a fitness center, a food court, a restaurant, a coffee sho and a grocery store.
Marriott's Grande Vista
5925 Avenida Vista
Orlando, FL 32821
(407) 238-7676
marriott.com
About The Author
Patrick M. Lind has been freelance writing since 2007 and has worked as an editor and journalist for ChicagoSporting.com. He received a Master of Arts in history from the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands and has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Middle East.
