Welcome to Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

Upscale Water Park & Resort in Central Florida

Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center is an upscale, family resort in Orlando Florida with a water park. Situated just minutes away from Walt Disney World® and Universal Orlando Resort™, our hotel near Champions Gate makes us the perfect base for exploring Orlando and Central Florida. Our expansive glass atriums showcase Florida's diverse landscapes, from historic St. Augustine to vibrant Key West. Enjoy thrill rides and fun in the sun at Cypress Springs Water Park or relax at our outdoor, South Beach-inspired pool oasis and whirlpool. Experience the best Orlando fine dining at our nine on-site restaurants, spark ideas in 400,000 square feet of meeting space, and unwind in our beautifully updated guest rooms and suites.

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Cypress Springs Water Park

Splash Into Fun

Slide, splash, and swim at our three-acre water park and resort pools. An exclusive amenity for resort guests, Cypress Springs features a drop slide, racing slides, zero-entry pool, rapid river, a South Beach inspired pool oasis, private cabanas, and so much more.

Kid sliding down slide

Three-Acre Water Oasis

At Cypress Springs Water Park you can let loose, make a splash, and go with the flow. Ride the currents of Crystal River Rapids, take a plunge down our 35-foot Florida Free Fall drop slide, or twist and turn while racing down the Tamiami Twister slides. When you're ready to relax, escape to the serenity of our South Beach-inspired pool.

aerial view of water park with pools and slides
aerial view of water park with pools and slides

Adventure Awaits

Discover family-friendly events and activities, vibrant live entertainment, engaging kids' programming, a thrilling atrium light show, interactive scavenger hunts, and countless opportunities to make memories together. ​

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November 15, 2024 - January 4, 2025

Gaylord Palms Presents ICE! Featuring Elf™

This holiday season, experience the magic with the return of ICE! featuring Elf™! Marvel at larger-than-life ice sculptures depicting iconic scenes from this beloved Christmas film. Zoom down epic two-story ice slides and enjoy dazzling décor and festive activities throughout our resort. Don't miss the extraordinary experiences at Gaylord Palms. Presented by PEPSI®.

Family explores immersive tunnel at ICE!

Trick-or-Treat Trailblazers Package

Book our new “Trick-or-Treat Trailblazers” package to enjoy our annual Goblins & Giggles Weekends celebration with the entire family. This exclusive package includes room accommodations, up to 4 tickets to the “Monster Mash Bash Dance Party,” and one “Adventure Kids: Hunt for Halloween Treasure Scavenger Hunt” booklet. Use Promo Code YX1. *Rate is per room, per night, and based on availability at time of reservation. Tax, resort fee, and parking are additional. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Not retroactive. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions.

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Dining at Gaylord Palms

The Food You Crave

Dine around the world without leaving the resort! With nine diverse restaurants featuring everything from fresh, locally sourced seafood and handcrafted cocktails to modern Mediterranean cuisine and gourmet steaks, there’s something for everyone to savor.

Chilled Shellfish Tower

Atrium Spaces

Room to Roam

Inside our airy, four-and-a-half-acre glass atriums inspired by three distinct Sunshine State regions, you'll find winding waterways, lush gardens, and animal habitats. Wander through the tranquil paths, find a quiet spot to chat, or simply relax and enjoy the perfect 72-degree temperature.

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Wellness

Revitalize & Thrive

A rejuvenating escape awaits at Relâche Spa. Whether you escape, relaxation, connection, or exhilaration, our treatments are designed to soothe, balance, and bring harmony to your mind, body, and spirit.

Relâche Spa Massage

What to Expect

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Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, Florida, USA, 34746

Tel: +1 407-586-0000

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