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YOUR DREAM RESORT & WATER PARK EXPERIENCE AWAITS

Situated near Walt Disney World® and Universal Studios Orlando, the Gaylord Palms Resort & Conference Center is the premier choice in Kissimmee, Florida. Our resort boasts the unique Cypress Springs Water Park with rides, slides and a multi-level treehouse. Inside our impressive 4.5-acre glass atrium, you'll find winding waterways, lush gardens and animal habitats. Enjoy delectable dining, stylish bars, a luxurious spa and additional amenities.
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    SUMMER OF MORE

    Discover more of what you love this summer at Gaylord Palms: more adventure, more fun, more time together, more memories. Find thrills at our exclusive Cypress Springs Water Park, complete with two resort pools, a multi-level water playground, thrilling Crystal River Rapids, winding water slides, and a surf simulator. Throughout the resort, enjoy delicious dining, relax in the spa, or explore interactive activities and fun seasonal events as you make this a summer to remember forever.
    • Surf Simulator at Cypress Springs at Gaylord Palms

      More Thrills

      Exclusive to resort guests, our water park and multiple resort pools offer both a tropical pool oasis and a brand-new rapid river experience alongside a surf simulator, exclusive cabanas, a multi-level tree house playground, thrilling slides, and more!
    • Man in pirate costume in mask

      More Adventure

      Join in our family-friendly, immersive activities and find adventure with fun-loving characters, explore the resort on a scavenger hunt to recover missing treasure, solve puzzles to make it out of an escape room, and more.
    • Sailboat in Key West Atrium at Gaylord Palms

      More Dining

      From dining on an indoor sailboat at MOOR to sipping cocktails from the poolside SandBar, we have delicious eats and drinks to enjoy all summer long.
    • Woman getting face massage at Relache Spa at Gaylord Palms

      More Tranquility

      Discover true relaxation this summer with a soothing massage, calming body therapy, or rejuvenating facial at our luxurious Relâche Spa.
    • St. Augustine atrium and gardens at Gaylord Palms

      More Possibility

      Our expansive, enchanting resort boasts 4.5 acres of lush Florida landscapes under a soaring glass atrium. Step into the Everglades, St. Augustine, and Key West, all under one roof.
    • Ferris Wheel near Gaylord Palms

      More Exploration

      Enjoy the resort's prime location with a trip to the Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove, or Universal Orlando Resort, all located just minutes away. The city provides endless entertainment for the whole family.
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      WELCOME TO MORE

      Welcome to more fall fun at Gaylord Palms Resort. Unwind on a family staycation and enjoy quality time together with seasonal Goblins & Giggles activities, fun at Cypress Springs Water Park, delicious dining and drinks, and more.
      • Cypress Springs Water Park at Gaylord Palms

        More Thrills

        Exclusive to resort guests, our water park and multiple resort pools offer both a tropical pool oasis and a brand-new rapid river experience alongside a surf simulator, exclusive cabanas, a multi-level tree house playground, thrilling slides, and more!
      • More Fall Fun

        More Fall Fun

        Join in our family-friendly Goblins & Giggles activities and embark on a trick-or-treating expedition, explore the resort on a themed scavenger hunt, dance it out at the Monster Mash Bash party, and more.
      • Guests at dining table at Villa de Flora at Gaylord Palms

        More Dining

        Whether catching the game on Wreckers' two-story flat screen or snacking by the pool, our selection of restaurants will ensure everyone finds something they'll love.
      • Woman getting pedicure at Relache Spa at Gaylord Palms

        More Relaxation

        The start of a new school year and planning for the holidays can be stressful! Discover relaxation with a massage, calming body therapy, or rejuvenating facial at our luxurious Relâche Spa, awarded Four Stars by Forbes Travel Guide.
      • St. Augustine Atrium gardens at Gaylord Palms

        More Wonder

        Our expansive, enchanting resort boasts 4.5 acres of lush Florida landscapes under a soaring glass atrium. Explore incredible horticulture and step into the Everglades, St. Augustine, and Key West, all under one roof.
      • Roller Coaster need

        More Exploration

        Discover the ultimate vacation destination with a trip to the Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove, or Universal Orlando Resort, located just minutes away.
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        SO. MUCH. CHRISTMAS.

        Discover So. Much. Christmas. at Gaylord Palms Resort during the holidays! With family-friendly events, activities, dining, live entertainment, and more, it's easy to see why Christmas at Gaylord Palms is a beloved and long-standing tradition in Central Florida.
        • ICE! at Gaylord Palms

          ICE! at Gaylord Palms

          Our signature holiday attraction, ICE!, is returning to Gaylord Palms! Step into an extraordinary winter wonderland and see "A Charlie Brown Christmas" brought to life in ice, zoom down epic ice slides, and explore our extraordinary resort and its many Christmas activities. 2023 packages are on sale now! Presented by Pepsi.

        • Guest on snow tubes at Gaylord Palms

          More Possibility

          With activities like tubing down giant, frozen slopes, constructing gingerbread houses, and witnessing acrobatic feats in a cirque-style show, there's so much fun to be found during the holidays.
        • Family at table with Gingerbread character at Gaylord Palms

          More Family Tradition

          Whether it's sharing a meal with favorite holiday characters, capturing a photo with Santa, enjoying extraordinary light shows, or simply taking in the magic of the season together, create lifelong traditions at Gaylord Palms.
        • Moor Restaurant sailboat in atrium at Gaylord Palms

          More Dining

          Our resort features world class dining options, from the elegant Old Hickory Steakhouse to character brunches. You'll find the perfect setting for your holiday meal.
        • St. Augustine atrium at Gaylord Palms in holiday lights

          More Wonder

          Our expansive, enchanting resort boasts 4.5 acres of lush Florida landscapes under a soaring glass atrium - beautifully adorned for the holidays. Step into the Everglades, St. Augustine, and Key West all under one roof.
        • Woman getting pedicure at Relache Spa at Gaylord Palms

          More Relaxation

          Take a load off during the hustle and bustle of the holidays with a de-stressing massage, calming body therapy, or rejuvenating facial at our luxurious Relâche Spa, awarded Four Stars by Forbes Travel Guide.
        • Cypress Springs water slides and playhouse at Gaylord Palms

          More Thrills

          Cypress Springs Water Park offers a tropical oasis that can be enjoyed all year round! Rent a day bed or cabana for the best poolside vides of the towering waterslides, rushing rapid river, and more.
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          Welcome to More

          Escape the ordinary at Gaylord Palms. With spectacular atrium spaces, a thrilling water park and pools, unique events and entertainment, ​
          a collection of delectable and distinctive dining venues, a world-class spa, and sophisticated rooms and suites, our resort experience is unparalleled. ​No matter when you choose to stay, there's so much to see and do. Get away and create unforgettable memories together.

          • Water park at Gaylord Palms

            More Family Fun

            Our resort is bursting with winter-time fun. You can delight in the beautiful weather outdoors at our thrilling water park, dine in comfort at our collection of delicious family-friendly restaurants, enjoy up-close encounters with Florida's amazing wildlife, and more!
          • Waterfall on Cypress Springs Water Park lazy river at Gaylord Palms

            More Thrills

            In Florida, the fun in the sun never has to end! Enjoy Cypress Springs Water Park year-round with its towering water slides, surfing simulator, brand-new rapid river, and more! Get the best seat in the house with cabanas and day bed rentals so you can relax poolside all day.
          • Family at dining table at SandBar next to resort pool at Gaylord Palms

            More Dining

            Our resort features world class dining options from the elegant, Old Hickory Steakhouse to the laid-back poolside SandBar, perfect for refreshments under the Florida sun.
          • Woman getting scalp massage at Relache Spa at Gaylord Palms

            More Relaxation

            Unwind after the stress of the holidays with massage, calming body therapy, or a rejuvenating facial at our luxurious Relâche Spa, awarded Four Stars by Forbes Travel Guide.
          • Sailboat in Gaylord Palms atrium - MOOR Restaurant dining

            More Wonder

            Step into the world of our expansive, soaring atriums and explore 4.5 acres of unique plant life, see alligators and turtles, and explore scenes inspired by the Everglades, St. Augustine, and Key West.
          • Roller coaster new Gaylord Palms

            More Discovery

            Discover the destination with a trip to the Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove or Universal Orlando Resort. Located just minutes away, Orlando provides endless entertainment for the whole family.
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            WELCOME TO MORE

            Escape the ordinary at Gaylord Palms. With spectacular atrium spaces, a thrilling water park and pools, unique events and entertainment, ​a collection of delectable and distinctive dining venues, a world-class spa, and sophisticated rooms and suites, our resort experience is unparalleled. ​No matter when you choose to stay, there's so much to see and do. Get away and create unforgettable memories together.

            • Guess on waterslide at Cypress Springs at Gaylord Palms

              More Splashing

              In Florida, the fun in the sun never has to end! Enjoy Cypress Springs Water Park year round with its towering water slides, surfing simulator, brand-new rapid river, and more! Get the best seat in the house with cabanas and day bed rentals so you can relax poolside all day.
            • Gaylord Palms atrium in lights

              More Family Fun

              Be inspired by this season of fresh starts when you enjoy our spring art studio, live performances, and more springtime fun at Gaylord Palms.

            • Big Screen TVs at Wreckers Sports Bar at Gaylord Palms

              More Dining

              From hockey to baseball, there's always a game to catch on the giant TV at Wreckers or step over to Old Hickory for a premium steak. Find food to satisfy all your cravings at Gaylord Palms.
            • Woman getting face massage at Relache Spa at Gaylord Palms

              More Tranquility

              In this season of renewal, discover true relaxation with a destressing massage, calming body therapy, or rejuvenating facial at our luxurious Relâche Spa, awarded Four Stars by Forbes Travel Guide.

            • St. Augustine atrium and gardens at Gaylord Palms

              More Possibility

              Our expansive, enchanting resort boasts 4.5 acres of lush Florida landscapes under a soaring glass atrium. During the spring, find giant Easter eggs and chocolate bunnies hiding about.
            • Ferris Wheel near Gaylord Palms

              More Discovery

              Enjoy the resort's prime location with a trip to the Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove, or Universal Orlando Resort all located just minutes away. The city provides endless entertainment for the whole family.

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            • Crystal Rapids Lazy River at Gaylord Palms
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              ENJOY CYPRESS SPRINGS WATER PARK - COMPLIMENTARY FOR GUESTS

              ROOMS & SUITES

              When you book a room or suite with us, you also get access to our three-acre Cypress Springs Water Park! Experience Crystal River Rapids featuring speeding currents through cascading waterfalls, multiple thrilling slides, our zero-entry pool, surf simulator, tree house water playground, and more!

            • Sailboat Moor Dining at Gaylord Palms
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              DON'T MISS OUT ON OUR STUNNING BALCONY VIEWS

              MAIN ATRIUM-VIEW ROOM UPGRADES

              Elevate your stay by upgrading to a Main Atrium View room, complete with a balcony overlooking our serene and lush main St. Augustine atrium. From the comfort of your balcony, enjoy private, exclusive views of our evening Illuminate Florida Light Show.
            • Emerald Bay Room
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              RESORT CREDIT OFFER

              From dining to spa, apply your credit to a wide selection of premium resort amenities. $50 credit per night.

              Use code ZX0

            • St. Augustine Atrium, Wedding - Gaylord Palms
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              GET THE CELEBRATION YOU DESERVE

              SPECIAL EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS

              From stunning outdoor event spaces to enchanting indoor gardens and plazas to elegant ballrooms, our one-of-a-kind spaces offer the ideal location for your special moments - big and small. Let our culinary and events team assist you in flawlessly and creatively bringing to life the celebration, gathering, or event you deserve!
            • Lounge Chairs by Crystal Rapids Lazy River at Gaylord Palms
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              ELEVATE YOUR POOL EXPERIENCE

              CABANAS, DAYBED & PREMIUM POOL SEATING

              Upgrade your poolside experience with our luxurious private cabanas - which provide extra shade and space, comfortable lounge areas, refrigerators, and more - premium seating, and daybeds. Gone are the days of having to rush down to the pool early to hold your spot!
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            Florida Airboat

            SOAK IN THE SUNSHINE

            Orlando provides endless entertainment for the whole family with premier golf courses, unique Florida attractions, world-class theme parks like Walt Disney World theme parks, SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove, or Universal Orlando Resort.