Lake Buena Vista, United States
Centrally located right next to Walt Disney World
Enormous grounds include a private lake with white-sand beach that offers water sports
Rooms feature modern decor and private balconies with views of Disney
Huge outdoor pool area features a 124-foot waterslide, waterfalls, and man-made caves
Numerous outdoor activities, including golf, rock climbing, and tennis
Several restaurants, lounges, and a pool bar offer a mix of meal options, ranging from seafood to salads
Camp Hyatt program features kid-friendly activities, such as crafts and hiking (fees apply)
Nothing within walking distance of the resort
Shuttles require advance booking and can get crowded
Some complaints of poor housekeeping in rooms
Resort fee (includes theme park shuttle and "free" Wi-Fi)
Fee for children's Camp Hyatt activities
Fee for both valet and self-parking
The
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is a self-contained mega-resort situated on 1,500 acres of private grounds in the
heart of Orlando's bustling theme park landscape. The 815 modern
rooms have balconies overlooking the resort's pool area or Lake Buena
Vista -- with views of the fireworks at Epcot and the Magic Kingdom
included. Though the property is adjacent
to Disney, you'll still need a car to reach it, as well as the other
major theme parks, which are all within close driving distance. There
are numerous activities here (from boating to biking), but the extra fees can be steep. Though
the grounds cannot compare, the updated Marriott Orlando World CenterResort has cheaper rates for similar amenities in a comparable
location.
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Scene
Wide open spaces filled with man-made waterfalls and tropical gardens
The hotel towers above impeccably manicured grounds filled with tropical flora. In the building's immediate area, paths lead around ponds, fountains, and man-made waterfalls to patios with umbrella-covered seating. The sounds of trickling water make for a relaxing vibe, while the Asian-themed bronze and stone sculptures scattered throughout the property add a touch of art to the grounds. Inside, the heart of the hotel is its cavernous atrium. Somewhat dated by design, the 18-story glass ceiling still has a timeless quality, with glass elevators rising to the tiered balconies above. A pond surrounded by more tropical plants and a parrot breathe a little life into the sparsely furnished open space.
Location
Situated on sprawling grounds adjacent to Walt Disney World
The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is centrally located right next to Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, an area that is 25 minutes south of downtown Orlando. However, no attractions can be reached by foot from the hotel. All of Disney's properties, including Epcot, Magic Kingdom and Disney's Hollywood Studios, are within a 10- to 15- minute drive away. The hotel does provide a shuttle service to all the major parks, but reservations are required and the buses can get crowded. Those with a car can also easily reach SeaWorld (10 minutes) and Universal Studios (20 minutes) via nearby Interstate 4. The Orlando International Airport is a 25-minute drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Modern rooms with private balconies, work desks with ergonomic chairs, and iPod docks
The guest rooms at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress are decorated in a contemporary style that combines sleek wood and upholstered cream furniture. The rooms are clean for the most part, though the patterned carpets have a raised texture that can be hard to keep spotless, and some guests have reported issues with housekeeping. Most of the 815 rooms are 360 square feet, with some suites double or triple that size. All have private balconies, either facing Disney or the hotel's own pool grounds and lake. High-tech amenities include iPod docks, as well as adapter panels to play multimedia, which are great for families looking to spend downtime in the rooms. Business travelers may appreciate the work desks with lamps and ergonomic roller chairs, as well as the in-room laptop safes. Bathrooms have large sinks and vanity areas with backlit mirrors and shower/tub combos that feature rain showerheads. Coffeemakers come standard with the rooms.
Features
The hotel caters to a mix of families, couples, and business travelers with an array of features that include water sports, tennis courts, golf courses, large event facilities, and numerous meeting rooms.
With 1,500 acres of private grounds, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has ample space for guests to spread out and take a break from the crowds, especially for those who want to entertain themselves outdoors. Several miles of trails wind around the grounds for guests to walk, jog, or ride on free bicycle rentals, including surrey bikes big enough for a whole family. A wide range of watercraft are available to take out on the property's lake, including kayaks, canoes, paddleboats and sailboats. The lake's white-sand beach features lounge chairs, hammocks hung from a pergola, and a sandy volleyball court. Nearby, the huge, lagoon-style pool has waterfalls and man-made caves sheltering hot tubs. The pool area features a 124-foot waterslide, an interactive water play area, rock climbing, and a large sundeck. Other recreational facilities include outdoor racquetball, basketball and tennis courts, and 45 holes of golf spread across four courses amid the hotel's tropical grounds. For business travelers, the property offers event facilities that total 65,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, with 45 different meeting rooms. Dining options are a bit on the pricey side. They include one restaurant serving classic American cuisine and another offering steak and seafood dishes inspired by the island travels of literary legend Ernest Hemingway. There are also a couple of cocktail lounges and a pool bar.
