Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

Aerial View

The largest expansion in the history of Gaylord Palms will add 302 guest rooms, 90,000 additional square feet of meeting space and action river Crystal River Rapids. Opening in 2021

Exterior

With stunning Spanish Renaissance architecture, Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center allows you to experience the history and uniqueness of Central Florida.

Gaylord Palms Lobby

Uncover a one-of-a-kind enchanted surrounding at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center.

Everglades Atrium

Cypress trees, blooming bromeliads and the sounds of bullfrogs create the unique atmosphere in our Everglades atrium. The lush landscapes include freshwater ponds and local plants.

St. Augustine Atrium

The cobblestone streets of the St. Augustine atrium are your guide through our resort and lead you to our small-scale replica of the oldest Spanish fort, Castillo de San Marcos.

Key West Atrium

In the tranquil lagoon of the Key West Atrium, you’ll be find our 60-foot sailboat, surrounded by stingrays and native Florida fish such as tarpon, snook and redfish.

Key West Atrium

From dining on the deck of a 60-foot sailboat to watching stingrays and fish swim, the Key West Atrium offers an exciting amount of things to do.

Queen/Queen Florida Gulf Coast View Guest Room

Our new gulf coast tower sleeping rooms feature upgraded furnishings with a modern coastal design, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Kissimmee and Orlando area.

Queen/Queen Water Park View Gulf Coast Guest Room

Our new water park view gulf coast tower sleeping rooms feature upgraded furnishings with a modern coastal design, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Cypress Springs Water Park.

Queen/Queen Emerald Bay Main Atrium View Guest Room

Our Emerald Bay Rooms offer upgraded décor and feature furnished balconies overlooking our main atrium’s lush indoor gardens. Balance work and play with our flat-screen TVs and large workstations.

Queen/QueenQueen Atrium View Guest Room

Guest rooms feature scenic views of our atrium boasting the island vibes of Key West, the rustic charm of the Everglades, and the old-world spirit of St. Augustine.

Queen/QueenQueen Florida View Guest Room

Our spacious and stylish rooms feature luxury bedding and upscale décor, overlooking the Orlando area.

King Emerald Bay Main Atrium View Guest Room

Our Emerald Bay Rooms feature furnished balconies overlooking our main atrium’s lush indoor gardens. Settle into accommodations with stylish décor reminiscent of our Central Florida surroundings.

King Emerald Bay Main Atrium View Guest Room

Rooms at our hotel include high-speed Wi-Fi and flat-panel TVs. Greet each day on our furnished balconies overlooking our main atrium with lush gardens.

King Florida View Guest Room

Our guest rooms boast stylish décor and golden accents. Enjoy the Orlando-area view, numerous amenities and our signature service.

King Atrium View Guest Room

From the balcony of our atrium-view rooms, you can take in the breathtaking views of our lush and enchanted surroundings. Accommodations also include décor reminiscent of our Kissimmee location.

Atrium View Guest Room

Enjoy views of our atriums from a furnished balcony. Whether staying at our Kissimmee resort for business or pleasure, you’ll appreciate tranquility just outside your room.

King Atrium View Guest Room

Our rooms offer king beds and furnished balconies overlooking lush indoor gardens. We also offer high-speed Wi-Fi and smart TVs designed to meet your high-tech lifestyle.

King Atrium View Guest Room

From the balcony of our Atrium View rooms, you can take in the breathtaking views of the lush and enchanted surroundings of our Key West or Everglades atriums.

Atrium View Guest Room

Enjoy views of our atrium from a furnished balcony overlooking our lush indoor gardens.

Main Atrium View

Enjoy views of our St. Augustine atrium from a furnished balcony overlooking our lush indoor gardens.

Key West Atrium View

Atrium View rooms may be located in either the Key West Atrium or the Everglades Atrium.

Everglades Atrium View

Atrium View rooms may be located in either the Key West Atrium or the Everglades Atrium.

Florida View

Our Florida View sleeping rooms offer casual comfort boasting an excellent view of the Orlando area.

Queen/Queen Water Park View Gulf Coast Guest Room

Our new water park view gulf coast tower sleeping rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Cypress Springs Water Park, including Crystal River Rapids and our drop and racing slides.

Gulf Coast Guest bathroom - Shower

Our new Gulf Coast tower bathrooms feature a walk-in shower with upgraded furnishings and a modern coastal design.

Guest Bathroom Vanity

Enjoy plenty of space for the family with two-sink vanities in our guest room bathrooms.

Guest Room - Vanity

Enjoy plenty of space for the family with two-sink vanities in our guest room bathrooms.

Gulf Coast Bathroom

Our new gulf coast tower bathrooms feature modern coastal design and two-sink vanities with plenty of space for the family.

Emerald Bay Bathroom - Queen/Queen

Our Emerald Bay Queen/Queen bathrooms feature a bath tub with shower and upgraded furnishings.

Emerald Bay Bathroom – King

Our Emerald Bay King bathrooms feature a walk-in shower and upgraded furnishings.

Queen/Queen Bathroom Shower

The queen/queen guest rooms include bathrooms with tubs and shower combinations.

Accessible Bathroom – Roll-in Shower

This accessible bathroom includes a roll-in shower and handheld showerhead.

Accessible Partial Bathroom

This partially accessible bathroom includes a low vanity and a handheld showerhead.

Deluxe Suite Living Room

Our Deluxe Suites include either an 8-top or 4-top table as well as a separate living area.

Deluxe Suite Living Room

Our deluxe suites are ideal for hosting a few friends for drinks or relaxing in a home-like environment after a day's activities.

Executive Suite

The Executive Suite offers a relaxed atmosphere with an expanded living area and work station. This room is ideal for business travelers and families looking for extra space.

One-Bedroom Deluxe Suite Bedroom

Our deluxe suite offers a private bedroom with one king-sized bed and living room with sofa bed.

One-Bedroom Deluxe Suite

Our deluxe suite offers a private bedroom with one king-sized bed and living room with sofa bed.

Executive Suite – Sofa Bed

Our executive suite offers a private bedroom with one king-sized bed and living room with sofa bed.

Suite Sofa Bed

Our executive and deluxe suites offer a private bedroom with one king-sized bed and living room with sofa bed.

One-Bedroom Executive Suite Living Room

Each of our executive suites provides extra space for relaxation and features separate space for working, lounging and sleeping.

One-Bedroom Executive Suite King Living Room

Private, stylish and perfect for getting work done, our executive suites include everything you need to thrive. Accommodations also include separate bedrooms with personal HDTVs.

Emerald Bay One-Bedroom Deluxe Suite - Living Room

Versatile, spacious and uniquely appointed, our deluxe suites feature separate bedrooms and spacious living rooms. Entertain friends or meet with colleagues in our accommodations.

One-Bedroom Deluxe Suite Living Room

Our deluxe suites were designed to offer comfortable spaces for entertaining guests or hosting small corporate meetings. Features include separate living rooms and bedrooms for your convenience.

One-Bedroom Deluxe Suite King Living Room

In addition to the contemporary living rooms and separate bedrooms, our deluxe suites offer flat-screen TVs boasting premium cable channels and access to several streaming services.

King Emerald Bay Main Atrium View Guest Room

Our Emerald Bay Rooms feature furnished balconies overlooking our main atrium’s lush indoor gardens. Settle into accommodations with stylish décor reminiscent of our Central Florida surroundings.

Emerald Bay Bathroom Vanity – King

Our Emerald Bay King bathrooms feature a walk-in shower and upgraded furnishings.

Crystal River Rapids

With natural waterfalls, water activations, and alcoves to stop and take in the views, this elevated active river attraction allows you to experience the Florida springs without leaving the resort.

Villa De Flora

The enhanced Villa de Flora restaurant atmosphere evokes modern coastal Mediterranean countries, including Italy, Spain, Greece and more.

Villa de Flora

Villa de Flora has reopened after its extensive renovation with new theming and the same fresh and seasonal dining options

Wreckers Sports Bar

Relax in the neighborhood-style atmosphere of Wreckers, where our two-story sports screen and 50-plus HDTVs make you feel like a part of the action.

Wrecker's Local Craft Beer

Wrecker's serves local craft beers.

Socio Patio

Socio is our upscale, Cuban-inspired bar and lounge. Meaning "close friend," Socio lets you enjoy interactive cocktail services surrounded by old world décor.

Catered Holiday Parties

For an unforgettable holiday outing, choose our award-winning culinary team to flawlessly execute plated menus of your favorite holiday meals or chef-attended buffets for 10 to 3,000 people.

Old Hickory Steakhouse

Take a path through the Everglades and arrive at our signature restaurant, Old Hickory Steakhouse. Our staff and personalized service make for a memorable dining experience.

MOOR

Experience the charm of a captain’s paradise and the class of an upscale yacht club while dining alongside the largest indoor saltwater lagoon.

Poolside Dining

Conveniently located just steps from our pools is our restaurant, SandBar. Easily enjoy meals while under the sun and Indulge in American dishes while at our Floridan resort.

Resort Pools & Water Park

Our resort guest-exclusive Cypress Springs Water Park and South Beach Pool offer something for everyone with exciting thrills and relaxation.

Crystal River Rapids

Twist and turn through the speeding currents as thrilling water activations surprise and delight in this family-friendly water park attraction.

Cypress Springs Water Park - Crystal River Rapids

Crystal River Rapids is inspired by spring-fed Florida rivers and immerses you in nature as you race past roaring waterfalls, crumbling limestone walls and larger-than-life sprinkling leaves.

Crystal River Rapids

This action water adventure offers beautiful views and thrills for the entire family as you enjoy your ride down the river at three-and-a-half feet per second.

South Beach Pool Cabana

Reserve a private poolside cabana to cool off, savor a breathtaking view, watch your favorite TV show and order a frosty drink.

South Beach Adult Outdoor Pool

A tranquil setting awaits at the exclusive adult-only pool at our Kissimmee resort. A sophisticated South Beach design lined with tropical palms welcomes you to relaxation.

South Beach Adult Outdoor Pool

This adult-only tropical oasis offers a tranquil escape. Reserve a cabana or order from SandBar, our poolside restaurant.

Cypress Springs Outdoor Pool

This oasis is the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun. You can also enjoy scheduled poolside activities, ideal for the entire family.

Fitness Center

Work out like a pro with our fitness center featuring Technogym USA’s EXCITE Series. Our cardio equipment features personal screens with an array of apps to help enhance your exercise routine.

Relâche Fitness Center

The Relâche Spa fitness center is accessible 24 hours a day and offers a full array of cardio equipment, resistance machines and free weights.

Photos with Santa

Don't miss your chance to meet the big guy himself and tell him what's on your Christmas list! Take a photo with Santa in a festive setting that has been redesigned so you can creatively capture the memorable moment in a socially-distanced way.

A CHRISTMAS STORY™

Relive scenes from the most iconic Christmas movies, including ELF™, THE POLAR EXPRESS™, NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION™, A CHRISTMAS STORY™, and THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS™.

Gingerbread Decorating

This fun and interactive decorating tradition just got a whole lot sweeter! Choose from different design options to create either delectable holiday-themed gingerbread cookies or a complete gingerbread house. After you've decorated to your heart's content, make your way to Nutmeg, the gingerbread man, for a heartwarming photo opp.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™

Relive scenes from the most iconic Christmas movies, including ELF™, THE POLAR EXPRESS™, NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION™, A CHRISTMAS STORY™, and THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS™.

Snow Tubing

Slide down Snow Flow Mountain, where the factory conveyor belts have frozen solid! With six REAL ice slides, you can race to the bottom on the speed slide or brave the unique “ice coaster” plummet

THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS™

Relive scenes from the most iconic Christmas movies, including ELF™, THE POLAR EXPRESS™, NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION™, A CHRISTMAS STORY™, and THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS™.

Cypress Springs Waterpark

Features include a zero-entry pool, multi-level treehouse playground, racing slides and a double FlowRider.

FlowRider

Feel the rush of our FlowRider, The Wake Zone, where you can body board or surf the waves with demonstrations from our trainers.

Everglades Atrium

In our Everglades atrium, you can get an up-close look at our family of baby alligators, known as "grunts."

Cypress Springs Water Park Slides

Our water park features a zero-entry swimming pool, multi-level playground, racing slides, a drop slide and a double FlowRider. Find fun for the whole family at our Cypress Springs Water Park.

Cypress Springs Water Park - Free Fall Drop Slide

Complete with a 35-foot free-fall and flatline loop, the Florida Free Fall slide ends in a centrifugal force final splashdown at Cypress Springs Family Fun Water Park.

Cypress Springs Water Park - Tamiami Twister

If competition gets your heart pounding, choose the Tampa or Miami slide on the Tamiami Twister for a winding and turning race to the deck at Cypress Springs Family Fun Water Park.

Cypress Springs Water Park

Kids can find excitement over the Everglades-inspired Cypress Springs Water Park. An array of aquatic adventures await including a multi-level water playground.

Cypress Springs Family Fun Water Park

Cypress Springs Family Fun Water Park is an exclusive amenity for guests staying at our resort in Kissimmee.

Cypress Springs Water Park

Swim, surf and slide with our thrilling aquatic features at the Everglades-inspired Cypress Springs Water Park - exclusively for Gaylord Palms Resort guests.

Cypress Springs Treehouse

Fun for the whole family, Cypress Spring Treehouse features four water slides, a geyser and a ground spray area. Get drenched by our 317-gallon tipping bucket at our multi-level playground.

Cypress Springs Water Activities

Our zero-entry pool features basketball hoops so you can take a shot while in the water.

Gator Springs

Find 15 juvenile alligators and a variety of turtles in the St. Augustine atrium. Watch feedings and learn about the aquatic animals.

Unique Event Experiences

Join the Gaylord Palms Adventure Kids Club in this interactive show experience featuring Sophie, the leader of the Adventure Kids, Ava the Alligator and Seth the Sea Turtle. Earn your Adventure Kids badge and learn about the wonderful world of Florida.

Adventure Kids

Our expert events team tailors the details of your event to your unique needs. They will assist with choosing space, theming and dining options.

Pirate Outpost Invasion

The Everglades Outpost is filled to the brim with tales of adventure, swashbuckling music and world-famous Captain’s brew – plus pirates!

Pirate & Princess Weekends

The Captain and his crew of notorious pirates have plundered the Florida Coast in search of The Princess's priceless treasure. They have made Gaylord Palms Resort their outpost, commandeering the resort’s Everglades swamp.

Relâche Spa - Make-up Room

Relâche Spa’s makeup application services will leave you looking and feeling your best.

Relâche Spa Pedicure

Relâche Spa is the perfect place to lose yourself in the moment and find your center. “Relâche” comes from the French word meaning “to take a break.” You'll feel relaxed from head to toe here.

Relâche Spa Treatment Room

Treatment rooms at Relâche Spa are inspired by Florida’s natural springs. Experience our exclusive treatments boasting scents of natural elements from our garden.

Relâche Spa Tea Room

Before or after your spa treatment, enjoy the quiet relaxation of the tea room with chaise lounge chairs, spa mixes, hot tea and fruit-infused water.

Relâche Spa Couples Massage

An array of spa and salon services await at Relâche Spa including couples massages, deep tissue massages, facials, hand and foot therapies, nail enhancements, make-up services and waxing.

Celebration Golf Club

Celebration Golf Club is located less than 5 miles from the resort. Play along Old World Legacy, the final course designed by renowned masters Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Jr.

Pre-function Space

Our resort offers a unique, customized meeting service designed to give you exactly what you want with everything in one amazing location.

Pre-Function Area

Offering magnificent views of the lush landscape from our convention center Pre-Function area.

Orange Blossom Ballroom - Classroom Setup

Our 3,115 square-feet Orange Blossom Ballroom is sized perfectly to host exclusive galas, charity events, and meetings.

Osceola Ballroom

Our signature ballroom features 48,505 square feet of space, plus a 42-by-96-foot stage, three dressing rooms and two green rooms.

Hemingway Boardroom

Our stately Hemingway Boardroom is equipped with AV equipment and accommodates gatherings of up to 14 attendees. The adjacent terrace overlooks our awe-inspiring St. Augustine atrium.

St. George Meeting Room - Classroom Setup

Experience meetings that go well beyond the boundaries of typical convention hotels and exceed the expectations of your attendees. When you plan a meeting with us, you really can have it all.

Coquina Lawn

The Coquina Lawn, a 10,000 square-foot outdoor venue complete with three fire pits, provides the perfect location to create unique and memorable events.

Wedding Reception

Whether declaring your love with a spirited celebration of hundreds or an intimate gathering with family and friends, our resort provides a selection of unique venues to accommodate any wedding.

Wedding Ceremony

Our 65 versatile event venues are the perfect setting for your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, bridesmaid luncheon or wedding ceremony.

Weddings at Gaylord Palms

Exchange wedding vows in an outdoor setting with zero chance of rain. Contact our certified wedding planners and make your dream ceremony a reality under our signature glass atrium.