Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is situated in the Magic Kingdom Resort area on the edge of the Seven Seas Lagoon just a short monorail ride from Disney's Magic Kingdom. You can also reach the Magic Kingdom by boat or take the monorail to Epcot.
Themed on a turn of the century Victorian style luxury hotel, the flagship Grand Floridian has a lot to offer.
Take in the Grand Floridian's elegant Victorian decorated guestrooms, afternoon teas, fine restaurants and beautiful white sandy beach complete with cabanas as well as a number of swimming pools, spa (Jacuzzi/hot tub) and a health spa.
As soon as you step into the five storey high lobby with its beautiful stained glass domes, ornate chandeliers, potted palms and live music at a grand piano, you are whisked back in time to the opulence and splendor of a bygone era.
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World
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Standard rooms are around 440 square feet and will sleep 5 (plus a baby in a crib) on two double beds and a day bed (some rooms are available with a king sized bed instead).
There are three types of standard room; Garden View overlooking the resort grounds including the marina, the pools or the gardens, Lagoon View overlooking the Seven Seas Lagoon and the wedding pavilion and Magic Kingdom View with views of the Magic Kingdom. There are also Lodge Tower rooms which are on the corners of the hotel and feature more windows (and hence views).
For an additional fee you can have a Club Concierge room, again for 5 guests or you can have a one bedroom or two bedroom suite.
The one bedroom suites have either 1 1/2 or 2 baths and a separate sitting area (sleeps 2 to 4) and the two bedroom suites have 2 1/2 baths and a separate sitting area (sleeps 4 to 8)..
All prices quoted are the general Disney rates (rack rate) per night for 2008 and do not include taxes. Occupancy is based on two adults sharing, extra charges may apply for additional adults. Prices vary by season (see sidebar) and sometimes offers are available. 2007 rates can be seen after the 2008 rates.
| Room Type | Value | Regular | Peak | Holiday |
| Standard rooms | ||||
| Garden view | $385 | $435 | $510 | $605 |
| Lagoon view | $445 | $515 | $605 | $705 |
| Lodge Tower rooms | ||||
| Lodge Tower | $470 | $535 | $635 | $710 |
| Suites | ||||
| 1 Bedroom | $1010 | $1092 | $1270 | $1460 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1570 | $1735 | $1920 | $2130 |
| Concierge Club Rooms | ||||
| Lodge Building | $505 | $580 | $685 | $775 |
| Main Building | $665 | $745 | $860 | $950 |
| Deluxe | $670 | $760 | $870 | $970 |
| Concierge Club Suites | ||||
| Honeymoon Suite | $670 | $760 | $870 | $970 |
| 1 Bedroom (Magic Kingdom) | $1025 | $1115 | $1295 | $1500 |
| 1 bedroom (Sugarloaf) | $1115 | $1220 | $1400 | $1590 |
| 1 bedroom (Main Building) | $1225 | $1340 | $1520 | $1730 |
| 1 bedroom (Victorian) | $1465 | $1615 | $1795 | $1985 |
| 2 bedroom (Sugarloaf) | $1685 | $1870 | $2110 | $2315 |
| 2 Bedroom (Magic Kingdom) | $1795 | $1995 | $2205 | $2445 |
| 2 bedroom (Main Building) | $1875 | $2080 | $2290 | $2535 |
| 2 bedroom (Walt Disney/Roy Disney) | $1950 | $2150 | $2400 | $2660 |
| 2 bedroom (Grand) | $2010 | $2240 | $2505 | $2795 |
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Note that as of June 1, 2007 all Disney Resort hotels are smoke free and guests may only smoke in designated outdoor smoking areas. No smoking is permitted inside the hotels including guest room patios and balconies.
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Concierge Club guests at the Grand Floridian Resort have access to either the Royal Palm Club or Sugar Loaf Club Concierge Lounge depending on room location, offering Continental breakfast, snacks and an evening wine and cheese reception.
Guests are also able to participate in the Wildlife Discovery Excursion which is an exclusive guided tour of Kilimanjaro Safaris® at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park, for an additional fee.
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Rooms: 900 rooms & suites
Rates from: $375 (2007)
Area: Magic Kingdom Resort
Address: 4401 Grand Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
The Grand Floridian offers one of the best Disney wedding opportunities at the Fairy Tale Wedding Pavilion which is located on an nearby island in the Seven Seas Lagoon with views of Cinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom.
You can even arrange for some of the Disney characters to visit.