Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a luxury hotel at 4401 Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, inside Walt Disney World Resort. The Grand Floridian is Disney's flagship resort, modelled on a Victorian beach resort with a grand lobby and white-painted verandas. It is the most elegant of the monorail resorts and the most expensive. Nearby, Magic Kingdom and the monorail are easy to reach, and Disney transport (buses, monorail, Skyliner gondolas or boats, depending on the resort) links the property with the theme parks and Disney Springs. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 30 to 40 minutes away by car, with private and shared transfers and rideshare available. Amenities include monorail to Magic Kingdom, spa, several restaurants, beach pool, fitness centre and bell service. Accommodation is offered as Standard View, Lagoon View, Club Level and Suite, so visitors can match the room to a solo, couple or family stay. The property suits couples and families who want the full Disney luxury experience. Disney resort guests can use Disney transport at no extra charge, and booking rules, park-ticket requirements and Early Entry benefits change, so check the official Walt Disney World site before paying. Nightly rates generally run about $850-$1,800 USD before taxes and fees, rising during school holidays, spring break, summer and any large convention or event. Late August to mid-November (outside holiday weeks) and January to February have lower rates and shorter lines; Christmas, Easter and summer are the busiest. With a 4.7 rating, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a dependable choice. In short: Victorian-style Disney flagship resort on the Seven Seas Lagoon, with a monorail to Magic Kingdom and a spa.