Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly place to stay near Walt Disney World Resort or luxurious accommodations in Orlando (or perhaps both), look no further than the brand new and highly anticipated Conrad Orlando.
The 433-key property is set on Evermore Orlando Resort, a first-of-its-kind vacation destination spanning 1,100-acres coupling top-of-the-line rental properties, from four-bedroom flats to 11-bedroom villas, with all the amenities you’d expect at a five-star hotel—including two golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus. The pièce de résistance, however, is Evermore Bay, an eight-acre swimmable lagoon with several zero-entry points and activities such as stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. Consider it a beachy paradise in the heart of Central Florida.
Though Conrad Orlando isn’t completely finished—the hotel is finalizing some details for the spa, fitness room, and Mexican restaurant Ceiba—it’s still worth booking for your next vacation whether or not you’re going to visit Disney World, which is a short three miles away via the property’s complimentary shuttle service.
From the moment you drive into the hotel’s porte-cochère embellished with an art installation inspired by wood Chris-Craft boats, it’s clear the design draws inspiration from Florida’s diverse natural landscape. The soaring, gleaming lobby marries water-themed art from local artisans—you can even take a self-guided tour of the property’s impressive collection—with natural materials like marble, wood, and Florida limestone. The views of Evermore Bay, the outdoor pool, and the immaculate greenery dazzle, too.
Fittingly, the indoor-outdoor aesthetic extends to the very spacious guest rooms and suites. Punched up with cheerful aqua, abstract wall art resembling rippling water, and textured rugs and chairs, the accommodations feel bright and uplifting. Other thoughtful touches include Nespresso coffee machines, woody Mojave Ghost toiletries by Byredo, and Frette linens topping the beds. Your best bet? Book a room with views of the lagoon.
Five dining outlets, including the soon-to-open Ceiba, mean you don’t have to venture very far for an excellent meal or cocktail. Located on the lobby floor, Little Spoon is a light-filled cafe stocked with grab-and-go snacks, ice cream, and exquisite baked goods like almond croissants and sticky buns. Cooking up rustic Italian fare, Sophia’s Trattoria is the hotel’s all-day restaurant—the foraged mushroom omelettes and margherita pizzas are terrific—while Apéro nods to the Italian Riviera with a menu of Sbagliati, Negronis, and housemade pastas such as the crab- and calabrian chili-topped squid ink bucatini. For an evening filled with tropical vibes, stellar views, and culture-blending Polynesian cocktails and cuisine (think Papaya Poke Bowls, Pupu Platters, Shrimp Toast), book a table at the waterfront open-air eatery Papaya Club.