Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort, Orlando
The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort is a sprawling 1,500-acre tropical escape in Orlando that feels like a private world of its own. Its most iconic feature is the massive, 18-story atrium lobby that greets guests with an airy, open design, leading directly to a legendary 800,000-gallon lagoon-style pool. This aquatic wonderland is packed with 12 waterfalls, two water slides, and even swim-through caves, making it a dream for families and travelers looking to unwind.
Beyond the pool, the resort sits on the shores of Lake Windsong, where guests can enjoy kayaking, canoeing, or just relaxing on a private white sand beach. Golf enthusiasts are well-catered for, as the property features Jack Nicklaus-designed championship courses. For those wanting a touch of local flavor, the resort is home to Four Flamingos, a Michelin-recommended restaurant by celebrity chef Richard Blais that specializes in fresh Florida seafood.
The location is incredibly convenient for theme park fans, situated just minutes from Walt Disney World and providing easy access to Universal Orlando Resort. Despite being so close to the famous thrills of the city, the resort’s vast grounds offer a sense of seclusion and serenity, with nature trails winding through cypress and oak trees.
Whether you’re looking to hit the local theme parks, play a round of golf, or simply lounge by a waterfall, this resort balances high-energy fun with resort-style relaxation. It stands out as one of Orlando’s most established and versatile landmarks for a memorable Florida getaway.
Expert reviews
“Probably the most complete resort campus near Disney, the stepped tower packs every conceivable amenity into a lush 1,500-acre campus located practically within Walt Disney World.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Orlando.
“Sitting amid 1,500 palm-filled acres just outside Disney’s back gate, this 18-floor luxury resort hotel has a private lake with watercraft, four golf courses, and miles of trails for strolling, bicycling, and jogging.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Orlando.
“Considering the proximity to Disney’s Magic Kingdom (7 miles) and Universal Resort Orlando (8 miles), plus the quality of the rooms, service, grounds and amenities, this atrium-style resort is one of the best-value options in Orlando.”
“Orlando’s original luxury hotel in 1984. This has been continually refreshed to keep it one of the most expansive and distinctive choices in central Florida. Its monolithic high-rise style gives way inside to a rich, detail-orientated approach, with a dazzling array of activities and outstanding dining choice.”
What guests liked
- Beautiful hotel
- Swimming pool
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
Location
Recent guest reviews
6 April 2026
Fabulous
All good, very nice hotel
Elevator queue
5 April 2026
I had a wonderful time with my wife, thank you.
The only thing I didn't like was the breakfast system. They told us we had to wait 40 minutes, but I understand they have to accommodate a lot of people for the size of the breakfast area. It wasn't a big deal for me.
I think it's a very cool, elegant, and clean place, I really liked the shops they have, the beach, the kayak area, the restaurant; very interesting.
29 March 2026
So much to do and so fun!
So fun and beautiful grounds.
Pool was a little cold
9 March 2026
Our pool waiter Chance was so incredible. He makes the best rum runners ever! Everyone was so nice and welcoming
The property was absolutely beautiful
8 March 2026
It was a great stay. I would go there again, but I would check our room first.
Staff were nice. Location was good. The staff and the food at Four Flamingos restaurant were amazing! Some reviews complained about that it wasn’t worth the price. We didn’t spend more than at a Cheesecake Factory; and the food was unique and delicious. And I’m very picky like a child and I’m also vegeterian… still I could find food to eat there and it was fantastic! Wifey loved it, too. I think it’s worth a try! The breakfast buffet was worth it, too! We loved it. A lot of nice amenities in the hotel also. We had a lot of fun.
There is room for improvement. Our room was not as clean as expected. Sure, the bed, the bathroom, and the floor were clean, but the windows weren’t so much (they also had spiderwebs overhead). I mean it’s not critical, but one would expect more from a 4-star hotel.
24 February 2026
Amazing
The staff were amazing and the hotel was clean
18 February 2026
Great location and experience. Felt a whole lot like a resort in Hawaii!
lots of amenities, kind staff, felt like a disney resort
rooms felt slightly dated and found some hairs in the bathroom.
15 February 2026
Good service
Good service. No extra charges for water bottles, WiFi, very warm welcome. Friendly staff. Able to check in early without extra charges. This is service that you won’t see anymore these days.
The AC in the room was noisy. Room looked clean but closets looked old.
20 January 2026
It was a good experience.
The activities.Lots of things to do with the family
Room isnt as i expected
17 January 2026
Great
Wonderful pools
6 January 2026
Exceptional
Room view everything really good
The room clean not perfect because i show underwear from last customer in the clothes room. The food i had at four flamingos 4/10.
2 January 2026
Nice stay but could use a modern facelift
I liked the fine dining restaurant. I had NYE dinner and it was a nice experience. Our server Mike was great and the food was delicious. The plating was also gorgeous. We really wanted to be able to see the fireworks and the front desk staff really delivered on a great room view. The decorations for the holidays were also nice and really made the lobby look nice. The grounds are maintained nicely and it’s really beautiful outside. The conference section of the hotel and daily events like movie night were a nice touch.
I didn’t like that the rooms don’t have microwaves and there is one microwave on every 5th floor. I also didn’t like that the my room still have carpet. I KNOW those carpets aren’t shampooed between guest so it just doesn't make the room feel clean. It’s literally 2026 and after COVID, every hotel should have wood or tile floors for sanitation purposes. The hotel also could use some renovations. It was a nice stay but the hotel section of the resort felt a little old like it was amazing 15 years ago. I truly hope some renovations to the hotel are coming soon because it’s still a nice place and could use a facelift.
29 December 2025
Good/big resort with many outdoor options but free shuttle is joke!
Very big resort with many outdoor amenities. Good quality breakfast.
Free shuttle is joke! You can't rely on it due to single shuttle per day to the Universal park. Also very limited availability/seats. $40/day parking fee which seems very high after paying daily room charges/cost and resort fee.
28 December 2025
Very good
Good
16 December 2025
Fabulous
Perfect stay
Location, facilities, and the staff especially
5 December 2025
I will stay at this resort again!
The staff, hotel and grounds were wonderful.
They should offer a shuttle to Disney Springs that runs more often. One shuttle leaving at 5:00 and picking you up 4 hours later is not a convenience.
30 November 2025
Completely enhanced my holiday
Loved the look of the hotel. From the water Brook in reception to the very dectrive pool.the grounds and gardens are beautiful, well planned and kept In excellent condition. The room are very comfortable. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly . Overall I could not fault the hotel. Thank you for a fabulous stay.
I did notice the restaurant wasn't used very much. Most days it was empty. Maybe something to think about, in terms of price and menu.
23 November 2025
The facility is beautiful and comfortable but shuttle pick up at Disney should end at 9:45 or 10pm.
Beautiful, clean facility. Comfortable bedding
I bought Disney world tickets at concierge desk. I was told that I do not have to stand in line at Disney and can just go straight to the gate which is not true. I have to stand in the same line like purchasing tickets at Disney. It is prob better if I purchase tickets at the gate so I can ask for more advice about fast pass to save time. I think staff does not clear info about Disney when they sell tickets Also shuttles end at 9:30pm but the spectacular firework also ends at 9:30-9:40pm so we can not take shuttle back as we will miss the firework. I think the time can change to 10pm instead.
21 November 2025
The perfect time at the perfect time of year at the perfect hotel
This is always been my favorite hotel in Central Florida. It has the perfect mixture of activities, excellent customer service, and great food. It’s so affordable it’s family, friendly and a good place for people who don’t have children. I have never had a bad experience at this hotel and would highly recommended to anyone over any other hotel in Central Florida.
I didn’t like the fact that I had to leave. I wish I could stay forever.
18 November 2025
Exceptional
Staff very helpful. Excellent food. Reliable shuttle to parks.
Thin walls.
17 November 2025
Fabulous
The building.
The waitress did not put plastic bags on the trash or recycling bins.
16 November 2025
Exceptional
Hotel is very pretty, rooms are very nice, AC is great. Service was wonderful and lots of amenities. Also rooms had a little if natural light and a ceiling fan which I loved!
15 November 2025
Exceptional
Everything was great from the staff to the rooms and the food
11 November 2025
Good option for a short stay
Friendly staff. Great facilities. Good location.
A little worn in some rooms
5 November 2025
Good value and perfect location.
Location was perfect.
A little dated. Still very nice.
5 November 2025
Excellent stay with outstanding service, spotless cleanliness, and exceptional staff, especially at the pool and restaur
I had a wonderful stay at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort. I was especially impressed by the pool service — everything was well-organized and relaxing. The cleanliness throughout the property was excellent, and the restaurant service was outstanding. The service personnel were exceptional — friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. Overall, a great experience that I would definitely recommend!
30 October 2025
Exceptional
The pool is my favorite
The parking rate is very high in comparison to other properties in the area
26 October 2025
Very enjoyable. Staff were great
Location and facilities
More expensive for bats and restaurants than we were expecting
21 October 2025
All in all it was a very nice stay. I would go back!
Relaxing. Great service. Easy check in .. clean.
They have a guest lounge for post check out where one can shower, ect … no blow dryer and no where to sit if waiting for a shower room. It was nice to be able to use the hotel pool after check out though!
19 October 2025
Always look forward to staying at Grand Cypress
Always so much to do here. Absolutely love this resort.
The new towel machines at the pool weren’t my favorite. We also seem to always have an issue leaving self parking using our room key.
17 October 2025
Great
The location and staff was amazing
The room was not clean
15 October 2025
Really nice hotel
LOVED IT!
14 October 2025
It’s a beautiful resort. A lot of activities to do on the property
It was extremely beautiful! A lot to do on the property.
The self parking is extremely far away from the property. We did use valet just the first night, but they had done some damage to my vehicle that I chose to use self parking on our remaining stays. It was just easier to use uber to go to the theme parks! Wish the hot tubs were a lil more hotter and that they would put an age limit for them.. they were so crowded with kids jumping and swimming in them. We just needed a lil peace and quiet to enjoy the hot tubs for our aching muscles. We are 55+ so a hot tub to relax for adults only would be really nice and for the disabled, have closer self parking.
9 October 2025
Relaxing 😌
Beautiful around😍 food delicious 🤗
9 October 2025
Fun and comfortable stay and the grandchildren found lots to do and enjoyed the pool and activities
The restaurant for breakfast and dinner was closed in the afternoon. Due to heavy rain the pool was closed to so no option!
9 October 2025
Such a highly recommended hotel! Atmosphere was supreme! Staff so helpful and kind. The best hotel we have ever stayed i
Everything!
6 October 2025
I would return again. Beautiful location. Friendly staff, Clean rooms.
We really enjoyed the hotel, the staff were very attentive. The grounds were very up kept. We were offered champagne when we first entered. Bell service delivered our luggage.
Payment for parking. Valet service is understandable but not for self parking, which was $37 a night and it was a further walk.
5 October 2025
Exceptional
Awesome
1 October 2025
Love the waterfall pools and hot tub, picturesque grounds close to all the parks and attractions
Great amenities, great location
King bed Pool view felt too small and was near very loud ice machine and equally noisy HVAC.. pricey drinks expensive parking
29 September 2025
Fabulous
Everything was beautiful . Pool and staff
Prices overrated
27 September 2025
Beautiful hotel, rooms were clean and staff were very nice.
Clean, welcoming staff
Market didn’t open until 6:30am, restaurants at 7am
25 September 2025
Fabulous
Great facilities
Room was small. When checking in staff didn’t give us any information at all about the facilities or shuttle service.
22 September 2025
Great time at this beautiful location. Great customer service.
Everything… cleanses and neatness.
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22 September 2025
We had a great time and will be back.
The property is very beautifully landscaped. The staff was very friendly.
There was a lot of trash left around was the only negative thing. That’s part lazy disrespectful guest but, also part in observant staff. $20 drinks add up fast.
21 September 2025
Fabulous
room was excellent, pools are good but there is no specific for kids, service was very good
parking cost very expensive $50-day
6 September 2025
The hotel has a magical view. Rooms were spacious. Needs a bit of maintainance
room was fine, breakfast was good, Waiters were very good.
Hotel needs a little maintenance. Elevator stopped while all my family were inside and checking out for transportation to our cruise in Port Canaveral. The driver left us and I had to pay for the additional transportation 0f 200 USD.
29 August 2025
Exceptional
I liked everything!
None
25 August 2025
Great experience
Overall cleanness
Not expending transportation to other places within certain Mille
25 August 2025
Amazing resort with lots outdoor areas
Staff helpful and welcoming
Nothing
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre (additional charge)
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Fishing (additional charge)
- - Games room
- - Billiards
- - Table tennis
- - Canoeing (additional charge)
- - Hiking (additional charge)
- - Cycling
- - Mini golf
- - Private beach area
- - Entertainment staff
- - Water sport facilities on site (additional charge)
- - Fitness
- - Beach
- - Movie nights (additional charge)
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Picnic area
- - Outdoor fireplace
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (free)
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Minimarket on site
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Pool and wellness
- - Water slide
- - Heated pool
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Entertainment & family services
- - Board games/puzzles
- - Indoor play area
- - Kids' outdoor play equipment
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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9 April 2026
Very good