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    Aquatica Orlando

    2.9 (722 reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 7:30 pm, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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    Lena B.

    Experience: Seaworld and Aquatica were offering military 4 free tickets, so I took advantage and took my family. We decided to go on Friday 26 Jun. Facility: This place is nice and a good size for the kids to roam. Service: Well, we discussed this amongst our family several times as we dealt with both rude and horrible staff and kind and friendly staff. You can definitely tell those who enjoy their job and those that need to find a new line of work, because customer service and client interaction is not their forte. LOL! Food: we bought all day dinning and drinks, which is definitely the right way to go. The drinks alone pay for themselves. Unlike other big parks, everything on their menus seems to be available on the all day dinning versus only certain choices... so that is great!! You get one entre choice (chicken tenders, burger, ribs, tacos, fish sandwich, pizza, etc), one side (fries, salad, fruit, mac and cheese, coleslaw, etc) and 1 dessert (cupcake, cookie, fruit, even a pickle, which I appreciated as I didn't want dessert) every 90 minutes. So no one went hungry. We even bring some ziplock bags so they can nibble on their pizza later. Most of the food was good, and some was really good. Overall: we had such a good time and we would definitely come back again. Tips: bring some bug spray, sunblock, water shoes and ziplocks.

    Kamris C.

    I always have the best time at Aquatica whether I'm with family, friends or by myself. They have a variety of rides, slides, and lazy rivers to choose from. I love this local water park, and can't wait too visit again Great food options, and drink options as well.

    Melisa F.

    We recently went to Aquatica on a warm Saturday morning! The traffic was horrendous. Field Service Officers were at the entrance directing traffic but they only made it worse. They were directing traffic based on the traffic signals and not using any strategic or common sense approach. For context, if no cars were crossing over I-Drive into the park, vehicles making a right turn into the park should have been allowed to turn right while waiting for that light to change. It took about an hour to travel a half mile. Once we were on property, we were directed to parking lot C. It was a little walk to and from the entrance. Thankfully we got to Aquatica when we did. We heard later from other park guests that some people had to park at SeaWorld and walk over to Aquatica. We enjoyed the lazy river and wave pool. The lines for the rides were really long so we didn't bother. We did dine at Waterstone Grill. The gift shop staff was pleasant. We utilized park bucks for a gift shop purchase and at Waterstone Grill. The bucks were available to pass members to spend in park. Bucks had to be redeemed via kiosks. Once redeemed, kiosks dispersed the vouchers (bucks) for use. Pass members also received two bonus free guest tickets. I redeemed those prior to our arrival and presented at the park entrance. Although, the day was chaotic in the beginning we enjoyed the visit. Aquatica was a great way to cool off on a very warm sunny morning/early afternoon. We left right before the rain started.

    Monica R.

    My first time in Aquatica Orlando and I couldn't recommend it more ! I love spending the day in the water park with so many water rides ! Walking around the park there's so many cute shops , even though we got the food all the pass , the options were very limited and repetitive, wished the gave more options. The staff was friendly and the park was clean .

    Nicole B.

    Cute little water park. I thoroughly enjoyed myself! Has 2 wave pools but the day I went only one was working. Most of the slides were good it was the cutting in line that was disturbing. Kids & Parents using the fast lane when they didn't have the pass. There is no employee at the rides checking so I don't see the point. I also think if the chairs were set up better there would be so many disgruntle adults fighting over space. Some of them adults just seem mad their there so be aware. I really enjoyed that we could bring in our own food that's a great touch for a park. Overall I enjoyed by time there I would go again.

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    Elizabeth K.

    i was really excited to visit here with my son but it was sort of an experience due to a number of reasons. it took us two hours to get in like right at the exit 1 - all due to traffic lights and flow of traffic in not being seamless. i'm not sure where blame is due there but that's a bad vibe to start the whole park entrance. i know crowd control doesn't fall on the park per se - but orlando as a city should look into this! people were like getting out of their cars on the highway confused. inside was PACKED. and my friends couldn't make it in because of full parking capacity with no allocation of other options. the lockers were starting at $41, parking also starts at $41 and it goes up for better quality. we got the bbq cheeseburger but the fries were honestly my fave part of the day. really good fries. also - mobile order is key - we got our food fast that way but fellow people had waited 2 hours ... the lazy river was not clear, but alas we swam. the park as a whole looked nice and big, i did enjoy the variety of offerings and my son is not quite that age yet but he had slides and places to play so i did appreciate that. i am hesitant to visit again on a weekend but maybe it could be a better experience on a week day or better time.

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    Nadia B.

    We went for the aqua glow night. It was ok, but there are some things they could improve upon. For a glow night, they had a lot of their black lights off which defeated the glow aspect. They also had a major ride not working and food was expensive. For the price, it was fun to experience the water park at night and the lines were shorter than during the day which is a plus. It was a decent time but could be great with a few changes

    Monique P.

    I must say this Water park did not disappoint me and my family had a fabulous time. The only pitfall was the bathrooms. They smelled terrible and one of the water slides that I was looking forward to was not up and running that day. That was a waterslide when you get on a Mat and you go down and race other than that had a great time will definitely revisit, but I hope they get the bathroom smelling a little better because they smelled like a Gas station bathroom. Oh I forgot and last I noticed when we were in line getting on the waterside, you know you're up high so you get to look down and I noticed that they had pallets of water sitting outside. I thought that water should not sit outside in hot weather.

    Janecia H.

    I came for aqua glow and most of the vendors were closed. There was no mobile ordering available in any cabana which greatly diminishes the cabana value in my opinion. When we did trek out to the bar Desirea fully understood the assignment! She was fast, friendly, and had a STONG pour. Overall I would do it again. Had a great time catching up with an old friend.

    Cris R.

    Aquatica Orlando is always a fun time. They have so many water sllides to keep you busy and smiling. It is family friendly and has everything for everyone. They even have a kids section for water play but also two wave pools for everyone to enjoy. Lets not forget the Lazy River that everyone loves and enjoys They have a variety of cabanas you can rent and lounge around in, particularly the Family & Premium Cabins right in between the two wave pools which is where I stayed at and was absolutely secure, safe, and convenient. They are also even guarded and watched over by Aquatica Orlando Personnel. They have an attendant to take care of you, a locked safe with a key, and a QR code in your Cabana and they will deliver all drinks and food over to you. They even have 10 water bottles within a cold refrigerator and towel service with loungers.

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    Aaron B.

    What an AWESOME DAY! This was my family and I, 2nd time coming here, and weren't disappointed, such a BLAST! We bought tickets on Groupon for $140 for all three of us to go. We spent $70 for up front parking, $45 for a locker, $35 for an all day eat pass, and $180 for fast passes....TOTALLY WORTH IT! Food was better than most amusement parks as far as quality is concerned, and we shared our meals, the all day pass is good for one, but there is enough to go around for a family of (3). Had an upside down cake that was warm and freshly made. The fast pass, really is the TRUE HACK for getting your money/time worth, you fly by all the lines and average wait time is like 10 mins max. We went on-pretty much every slide they had, before the park (Weather) closed at 5:30. We expected that leaving from Palm Harbor, and running from the storm, but it's that time of the year. The only thing I can say I did not like about our experience, someone vomited in one of the garbage cans, that we have to pass by multiple times to get to our locker. We showed up at 9:00am and by 5:30pm the garbage cans was still-not taken care of. All-In-All, I will definitely come back again. These bad reviews for this waterpark has no merit, in some cases. Not many pictures, but I have a few videos I taken from my smart glasses. Enjoy your visit!!

    Apple S.

    It was my first time ever at Aquatica on Tuesday June 24, 2025. It was insanely busy and 4 (or 5?) attractions were closed!!!!! The wait for every slide was an hour!!! At one point they shut one down and people kept waiting. I got a fast past (which is $60!!) which I highly recommend however if I knew most attractions especially the best ones were closed I would not have done it maybe. I have a season pass at island h2o and it's price wise way better, the slides are better. What I did like was the very fast lazy River!! And the other lazy River has a fish and dolphin watch. That elevates the experience. Island H2O might have a few less attractions and is a smaller park but at least they are all open and I never had a long wait there before. I won't be back here, not worth it if you pay full for half the experience.

    Yvelin R.

    I can't believe I had not visited this park after living in Florida most of my life. We came to Orlando for a few days and didn't really have anything booked or planned. This park happened to be 4 mins from our hotel so we decided to spend a day here. Ideal for families and for kids over 48 inches (so they can go on more slides). Although they have a huge area for smaller children. We had a blast in all slides, the 'beaches' areas, lazy river and the rapid river. My kids are 10 and 14 and we all enjoyed our visit here.

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    Is it worth visiting if we don't have all inclusive stay passes for both parks?

    We were able to get a 50% off deal they were running online. If that's still available then yes but if you have to pay full price then I would would say no. Also the Loggerhead Lane Lazy River was closed 12/31/21 when we were there. But the kids… 

    Hi wondering can I bring in snacks for my 6 year old granddaughter?

    Officially no , but they are very easy to sneak in with a bit of hiding . Wrap it up in a towel then place in bag .

    I have a small child that could careless about having access to food all day. Could I just purchase one all day meal ticket and me and my daughter eat off of it?

    Yes. You will be able to eat every hour..so you can eat and then she could an hour later if she wasn't hungry at the time or she could grab a desert or side dish with you and eat

    How much is it to get in?

    Rates vary depending on season, special days, and whether you qualify for any military or other discounts. The best bet is to book online at least three (3) days in advance and to add the all day meal ticket. You will be very glad if you do. Www.… 

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    “The rapid river was so much fun, slap on a life vest and just float away in the current, it was a lot of fun.”

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    4.4(342 reviews)
    5.7 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando

    I came to Disney's Typhoon Lagoon after experiencing an actual typhoon in my bathroom. I was…read morepeacefully soaking in the bathtub when the water began to swirl, the porcelain groaned, and I was swept away into the mysterious tropical wilderness of Disney World. There, I encountered a peculiar spirit who led me directly to the wave pool. A tremendous wave crashed over me, releasing the spirit from my body--and, in a touching gesture of supernatural gratitude, he purchased me a cup of Dippin' Dots. In all seriousness, Typhoon Lagoon is one of my favorite water parks. The wave pool is fantastic, and Castaway Creek--the lazy river--is wonderfully relaxing. There are plenty of rides for thrill-seekers, while the entire park is beautifully themed around the aftermath of a tropical storm. Even the walking paths are thoughtfully designed, with little water sprayers keeping the pavement damp so your feet don't feel as though they're marching across the surface of the sun. There are plenty of dining and drinking options throughout the park, and the atmosphere is cheerful, immersive, and unmistakably Disney. The after-hours event is also a tremendous amount of fun, especially with the park illuminated at night. Seeing the slides, palm trees, wave pool, and storm-tossed scenery glowing after sunset gives the place an entirely different personality--almost as if the typhoon itself has returned from beyond the grave. Whether you want to relax, ride some excellent attractions, float along the lazy river, or be spiritually cleansed by a six-foot wave before receiving complimentary Dippin' Dots from a benevolent ghost, Typhoon Lagoon is well worth visiting.

    Visiting Typhoon Lagoon was my first time at a Disney water park, and it did not disappoint! It was…read morethe perfect way to beat the Florida heat while still getting that Disney magic. The wave pool was hands down the coolest feature. Watching those giant waves roll in was so much fun and unlike any other wave pool I've experienced. I could have spent hours just hanging out there. The lazy river was nice and relaxing, but be prepared to exercise a little patience if you're hoping to grab a tube since they can be in high demand throughout the day. Pro tip: get there right at opening if you want to snag a lounge chair. They go quickly, especially on busy days. Another perk? Disney provides as many towels as you need, which was a nice touch and one less thing to worry about packing. Overall, Typhoon Lagoon is a great way to cool off, relax, and have some Disney fun.

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    4.1(205 reviews)
    8.4 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando

    A wonderfully themed and maintained water park for your Disney vacation!…read more Beat the heat with a winter wonderland! We had the perk of a free water park admission on our check-in day, so of course, we wanted to check out the Disney excellence at Blizzard Beach. The entryway almost feels like you are in Arendelle! Large ski resort buildings with details that exude Disney magic. Icicles dripping from the gutters. Snow banks pushed up against the structures. A cute photo op of melting snowman taking a photo in Disney attire! Plenty of slides. Tons of seating areas. You could easily enjoy an entire day in this waterpark!

    For our friends birthday, we rented a Cabana for the day... and a cabana is the way to go!…read moreIncludes unlimited bottles Dasani water, Disney refillable cup, fresh towels all day, a safe to lock items in, and a personal concierge to order what ever you want. Hannah, our concierge, was the best. She made sure we never ran out of anything. Our cabana was right near a drink filling station, which was very convenient. It was also right next to an entrance to the lazy river, which was perfect. The water temperature was amazing. It was a pretty warm day and the water felt fantastic. In the afternoon, we ordered several platters, and one of them was the charcuterie spread. The Mickey had goat cheese was delicious. All the arrangements were fantastic. We also got the chicken fingers and the nacho bar which I forgot to take pictures of lol because we dug right in. Overall, when going with a group to the water parks, it is definitely worthwhile to all chip in and rent a cabana. 10/10 we would do this again.

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    Universal's Volcano Bay

    3.1(832 reviews)
    4.0 mi•Dr. Phillips, Horizons West / West Orlando

    Volcano Bay is my absolute favorite water park, and I've been to many! This was our second visit,…read moreand my husband and I actually go for our anniversary. We like visiting around this time of year, toward the end of September and within the last few weeks before closing, because while it can still be popular, it's nowhere near as busy as the peak summer season. Volcano Bay is unique because you park in the Universal parking garage, the same garage used for CityWalk. Parking is $35. From the first floor, you go through security before boarding a bus to the water park. This is the only way to get there. Thankfully, both times we visited, the process was very quick. We didn't have to wait for a bus since they were constantly coming through. The park itself, and the walk up to it, is gorgeous! All the little details throughout the park really make it stand out, which is one of the reasons I especially love it. We've purchased tickets online before, and this time we purchased them at Guest Services. Online, Florida residents can get a discounted price, while you cannot get that price on site. That said, when we visited, they told us the price was the same that day, so it wouldn't have mattered for us. The entire park basically functions as one giant circle. We always start to the left because that's where the closest lockers and restrooms are. There are three locker sizes, and we purchased the smallest for around $18. It fit our beach bag and a travel bag with a change of clothes, so I thought it was a decent size. This area also has restrooms, showers, and a standing dryer. For $7, you get three minutes. It didn't completely dry us, but it definitely helped! Of course, the iconic volcano is the centerpiece of the park. At its base is the wave pool, surrounded by tons of free lounge chairs and umbrellas on soft white sand. Throughout the park are multiple water slides, including single and multi-person slides, open and enclosed slides, inner tubes, and a water coaster. There are also several areas for toddlers and young children, plus a lazy river and the Crazy River, which is my FAVORITE! You wear a life vest and float through a roaring, wavy river. It is SO much fun and surprisingly fast! There are multiple food locations throughout the park, but keep in mind that each has different menu options. They also have misters throughout the park, including ones that cool the flooring. On especially hot days, this is a lifesaver for your feet! The slides can be pretty strict about what you can bring. Certain slides don't allow loose clothing or cover-ups, shoes, or cell phones, while others are less strict. Thankfully, they have small open cubbies at the beginning of every ride for belongings you can't or don't want to take with you. My favorite slide is the OhNo! drop slide, and my favorite ride overall is the Krakatau Water Coaster. SO much fun! They have also changed their express system since our last visit in 2020. This time, you entered the express line and your band was scanned closer to the ride entrance. The bands are fair because you can only use them once per slide or ride. They also have two types of express passes, one covering all rides and another covering the multi-rider slides. We grabbed food around 3:30, which worked out great because it wasn't crowded. We had burgers and fries, and both were good. Just be aware that drinks do not have free refills, although I believe there is a cup upgrade for unlimited refills. You can also bring your own food and water into the park. I didn't realize this and brought an empty bottle to fill, but our friend brought two full water bottles in without an issue. We were able to ride every slide and even ride some twice, plus enjoy the wave pool and Crazy River multiple times. We had an absolute blast, as always, and I already can't wait for our next visit!

    What a wonderful experience and time we had here. We went on a weekday and it was not busy at all…read more I am not a person of thrill, but I was able to ride a lot of the tube rides without being too afraid lol. The two lazy rivers were the star of the show for our day. Lots of lifeguards present at each ride and there is something for the entire family to enjoy. The food was expensive, which is expected, but it actually was very good. We got rained out but that's OK. We enjoyed our day and I would return and recommend.

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    3.0(125 reviews)
    10.4 mi•Horizons West / West Orlando

    We had a great time at Island H2O Water Park! The slides were a lot of fun; the wave pool was one…read moreof our favorites; the park was clean and well maintained. The lines were very reasonable for most rides, so we were able to enjoy a lot throughout the day. The Florida heat and humidity were definitely noticeable, but that's expected during the summer, and being in the water made it much more enjoyable. A few of the ride attendants looked serious while managing the lines, but everything was organized and the rides moved efficiently. Don't miss the lazy river! We saved it for the end of the day, and it turned out to be the perfect way to relax before heading home. The water is only about 3 feet deep, and we ended up floating around it four times before we left. Overall, it was a fun day with family and friends,

    We've been annual passholders at Island H2O Water Park for over 4 years, so we've seen it evolve…read moreover time. While I do miss some of the perks that used to come with the annual pass, it's still the water park that works best for my family, which is why we continue to renew. The park is clean, the attractions are fun for both kids and adults, and there's a good mix of thrill rides and areas to relax. It's a great place to spend a full day making family memories. Customer service can be a bit hit or miss, but many of the employees are younger and still learning, so I try to keep that in perspective. The standout for us is always the lifeguards--they're attentive, professional, and genuinely interact with the kids, helping everyone feel safe while still having fun. Overall, despite the reduced passholder perks over the years, Island H2O continues to offer a fun, family-friendly experience that's worth visiting. We'll definitely be back for another season.

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    Discovery Cove

    4.1(729 reviews)
    0.8 mi•International Drive / I-Drive

    Hubby and I had so much fun here...and yes, we went alone! We weren't the only ones either…read more Imagine an all-inclusive beach resort with cool animal excursions, food and drink, snorkeling, and so much more. The check-in process was a little slow-going, but the staff were friendly and professional and got us taken care of as soon as possible. On the website and in emails, they tell you what you need to bring and what they provide. DON'T FORGET YOUR WATERPROOF PHONE CASES! They don't include that on the list, but they sell them for $40. Bring your GoPro too, if you have one. For some of the special experiences, like the SeaVenture, they will offer to let you use one and then they will charge you for the videos and images. I was kicking myself because I forgot to bring either. Our interactions with the gift store staff were probably the least enjoyable. They seemed uninterested in assisting us and would rather count down their drawers or take inventory than ring us out. One lady told us that the other would assist us but eventually saw that the extensive wait time was unreasonable, especially in an otherwise empty store. Our most enjoyable interactions were with the marine life! I was not a fan of the full-body wetsuit that I was told was required for the SeaVenture. Sizing was eye-balled and inaccurate! I also got a pretty nasty rash after wearing it. I have extremely sensitive skin that did not agree with that material or the fact that it is shared and I'm not sure how they are cleaned/sanitized. When we arrived to the SeaVenture, almost every other participant was wearing the short-sleeved, shorts version of the wetsuit. I wish I had been given the option to choose. The dolphins were absolutely adorable and so entertaining. The aviary was fun and interesting, and the birds ate ALL DAY, despite what I'd read and heard through videos about needing to get there first thing in the morning. The current in the lazy river was the only thing lazy about the river. You do have to work to move around in there. I spent the majority of my time in the grand reef. Snorkeling for the first time in an atmosphere like this was 10 out of 10 highly recommended! If we come back again in the future, we'll skip the Day Bed rental, as we didn't utilize it at all. I got it just in case it started raining. I wanted us to have shelter. It did rain while we were there and I just stayed in the Grand Reef until it stopped! We had fun during our "under the sea" adventure (SeaVenture), but I could skip that next time. I would've opted for a dolphin encounter instead. The food was just okay. It's hard to mess up breakfast, so it was good, but lunch was meh. I had some very basic salmon and some creamy, but unseasoned, macaroni and cheese. We also had the drink package and tried to get our money's worth, but it isn't very wise to get tipsy and go snorkeling, so opted to focus on the snorkeling.

    Discovery Cove was absolutely amazing! One of the best parts is that so much is included with your…read moreadmission. Between the food, drinks, snacks, beautiful beaches, lazy river, snorkeling, and relaxing atmosphere, there is plenty to enjoy without adding a single extra upgrade. We chose to do the dolphin encounter, and it was 100% worth it. It was a memorable experience and definitely a highlight of our visit. That said, even without the dolphin encounter, we would have had an incredible day. Everything felt well organized, clean, and relaxing. If you're looking for a unique Orlando experience where you can truly slow down and enjoy yourself, Discovery Cove is worth every penny. We had a fabulous time and would gladly return!

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    The Grand Reef - snorkel among the coral reef, tropical fish, reef sharks, and sting rays

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    Surfari Water Park

    Surfari Water Park

    5.0(2 reviews)
    12.5 mi•Horizons West / West Orlando

    What's better than cheap? FREE, all access water park INCLUDED in your Grove Resort stay. Enjoy…read morewater slides, relax in the (heated) lazy River, fire water canons, swim in their centralized (heated) pool, and splash in an aquatic playground area targeted for younger kids. Perfect for families and vacationers of ALL ages. Our fam of 6 never had an issue scoring complimentary towels, reclining sun chairs, tables, and/or umbrellas. You can even pay $30 for 30m or $55 for 1 hr to tackle the Flow Rider, a super cool surf simulator. In addition to a bar/grill onsite, they pipe in cool, upbeat tunes to enjoy throughout the park. At times, this includes COVID/CDC safety announcements.

    The Grove in Orlando is the best family hotel that I have been to. The staff and customer service…read moreare amazing here. Always smiling and willing to help. This hotel is like a home away from Home . Very spacious for big families and big groups. They have two and three bedroom suites, amazing restaurants, pools, and a market on site. Rates start from $200 a night during the off season and up to $400 during the high season. Access to the waterpark is included with your stay. And truly the waterpark is the best park. They have poolside service, a lazy river and lots of lifeguards standing by. The only downfall I see of this property is that is so big so there's a lot of walking. But overall it's an amazing hotel. Very close to the Disney parks and plenty of room for families. You can even do groceries and cook and if you want to. This is my go to resort when in the area. I highly recommend it.

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    CoCo Key - Deluxe Double- Exterior Corridor

    CoCo Key

    2.1(533 reviews)
    2.9 mi•International Drive / I-Drive

    I had a bad experience regarding a laptop that my daughter left in our room. When we returned and…read moreasked at the Front Desk, they contacted the Housekeeping department and told us that nothing had been found and that no items had been left in the room. After insisting and requesting to speak with both the Housekeeping Manager and the Front Desk Manager, the laptop suddenly appeared. It was an uncomfortable situation because it creates a very negative impression and raises concerns about how lost items are handled. Other than that incident, we had a very good experience. The kids absolutely loved the water park, and it was a lot of fun for the whole family. I would also like to recognize the Front Desk team for their excellent customer service, professionalism, and kindness. They deserve a 10 out of 10. And I cannot fail to mention Sandra, the Colombian employee at the restaurant. She was amazing--friendly, charismatic, and provided outstanding customer service. She truly deserves recognition for her excellent work. A perfect 10 out of 10 for Sandra! Overall, we had a good stay, although I believe the hotel's lost-and-found procedures need improvement.

    Roaches, Roaches and more ROACHES!!: There were large roaches visible in the lobby and pool area,…read moreand tiny roaches completely infested my room and got inside my luggage. Broken security: I paid extra to upgrade to the renovated tower rooms specifically for the promised extra security, but the security doors leading to the elevators were left unlocked at night. Terrible service and plumbing: The room toilet wouldn't flush and took numerous phone calls to get fixed. Housekeeping left the soap empty, and after hours of complaining, a staff member just handed me a refill bottle to install myself. Rundown facilities: The common areas are heavily dilapidated and desperately need physical repairs. Overpriced buffet: The breakfast buffet costs $20 but is the exact same low quality you would get from a free hotel breakfast. Smell: Smelled like mildew and hot garbage.

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    The Grove Resort & Water Park - Orlando - Everything you order adds 18% at every restaurant, cafe or coffee shop. Like a cruise ship

    The Grove Resort & Water Park - Orlando

    2.6(487 reviews)
    12.5 mi•Horizons West / West Orlando

    Decent place. Had got 2 bed/rooms nice big fully loaded like an apartment knives & everything. Some…read moreoutlets didnt work in main bedroom. Everything was clean i have ocd. Hospitality ok. Valencia restaurant ok hrs 11am-10pm. A family pool section has 3 pulls & a large jacuzzi 8am-10pm. deeper water 6.3ft area if needed. Heated. Then theres a play area for kids and right next to it is surfing 11am-8pm then lazy river right next to it too. u have to make a reservation for surfing & u get put in a group & take turns. Theres a gym. There a "market" like 7eleven only had smart water. Theres seats & lounges. Its a decent spot. Pay for wut u get. I reccomend. BRING pool toys! There was no wristband thing. Cameras everywhere so safe. I think the staff could be more helpful welcoming charming. The things to do could be more organized as some things are a bit confusing & misleading. The map of the place & getting around isnt too bad , could use more signs though. Ive been to resorts that are just a lot more easy to understand. & yes this includes the website. I didnt see any gold or paddle boat. As i said it was tricky getting help some from someone as the employee around dont know anything and the front desks are just busy. Other resorts have people waiting and standing around looking to help you and sell you stuff, looking to help you have the best time, they play with you and everything. The hello ivy text message scan QR code didnt work as well.

    SO GROSS - RUN FAR AWAY from this place…read more This was the grossest hotel I've stayed at in a really long time. It's comical that they call this a resort. If you are considering staying at this hotel please view the pictures I am attaching. This is the state of the room when we checked in, and also after they came and did a "deep clean" when we called to complain. I think the thing that shocked me the most was that when we called the front desk to say 1- there was vomit with mold growing on it outside the door to the room 2-the counters had white powder, debris and grime on them, 3- there was obvious crumbs, stains and chunks of white stuff on the carpet 4-our chairs were black outside that were supposed to be white 5-bathrooms were filthy The front desk received those comments with absolutely no surprise or shock in their voice, like they receive calls like that all the time. They then told us there was nothing they could do to help us because no one was there to clean rooms. They didn't offer to come themselves or to give us cleaning supplies to clean it ourselves. They did steam clean the carpet where the puke was, but the mold grew right back the next day. I'm telling you; stay away from this place something is wrong with the circulation - you're going to be breathing in mold. Furthermore, There were no pans in the room, no broom, no coffee maker. Dishwasher didn't work, and had nasty stuff in it. Washer and dryer were dirty. Just absolutely disgusting, I have a 2 year old toddler too who honestly made me sick because she was playing on the floors in this place. Never ever ever ever would come back here, wouldn't come back here if they paid me to stay here - SO GROSS

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    Cheyenne is an amazing person with great personality and enthusiasm. This restaurant Valencia has made our family happy

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