Orlando is the “Theme Park Capital of the World”, known for its thrilling roller coasters and water parks. This family-friendly city boasts world-renowned attractions like Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but is also full of exciting hotels filled with fun facilities. With over 400 million annual visitors to HotelsCombined, we’ve found the best Orlando hotels with lazy river, over-the-top pools, waterfalls, swim-up bars and water slides.
These Orlando hotels with lazy river range from 5-star luxury abodes to budget-friendly accommodations and boost the fun factor with on-site waterparks, Disney character breakfasts and miniature golf courses.
Our Top pick for Orlando Hotels with Lazy River
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Nestled right in the gates of the iconic theme park, Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World is a lakeside haven with gardens, pools and towering pillars of palms and cypress. Watch the nightly fireworks show in the Park View Room from your private balcony, which also includes a deep-soaking tub, king-size bed and thick bathrobes.
Its centrepiece is the two-hectare Explorer Island, where visitors of all ages can enjoy the splash zones, interactive fountains, water slides and a lazy river. Kids will love the video games, billiards and touch-screen tables at The Hideout, while adults can sign up for a private cooking class and learn how to make Spanish tapas.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: 419 USD – 1,551 USD
Guest Rating: 9.2
Address: 10100 Dream Tree Boulevard, Bay Lake, Orlando, United States
Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
One of the most tranquil spa resorts in Orlando, Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes also boasts an 18-hole golf course and a pool with a lazy river. Capture sunrise views from a Lake Front room, where you can enjoy a king-size bed, flat-screen TV, 24-hour in-room dining, oversized desks and feather duvets.
After a float in the lazy river, refuel at the on-site Highball & Harvest with dishes made from ingredients grown in the resort’s garden or sample Latin, Caribbean and Asian cuisine from an award-winning James Beard chef at Norman’s. Drive 10 minutes to swim with bottlenose dolphins and hand-feed tropical birds at Discovery Cove.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: 239 USD – 756 USD
Guest Rating: 9.1
Address: 4012 Central Florida Parkway, South Orlando, Orlando, United States
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
Only a 15-minute drive from the go-kart tracks at Fun Spot America, Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate is the perfect place to feel like a kid again. Travellers of all ages will love the 260-metre-long lazy river, zero-entry family pool, slides and wave pool, while adults can enjoy a tropical cocktail at the adults-only pool lined with private cabanas.
Facing a walk-out 36-hole Greg Norman-designed championship course, the 862 guestrooms at the hotel also boast contemporary furnishings and private balconies. For an open kitchen, built-in wet bar and washer and dryer units, upgrade to a villa. Pamper yourself with a massage at the European-style Mokara spa, then teach the kids how to perfect their swing at the lighted nine-hole miniature golf course.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: 119 USD – 409 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 1500 Masters Boulevard, Four Corners, Orlando, United States
Reunion Resort, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort
Reunion Resort, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort offers luxury accommodation with one, two and three-bedroom villas. It also has a huge water park with twisting water slides and a lazy river. Designed to be a “home away from home”, the villas feature spacious living and dining areas, full kitchens and balconies.
You’re spoilt for choice with dining options, from juicy steaks at Eleven to modern Italian cuisine at Forte and signature rolls at the Grande Lobby Sushi Bar. Spend your downtime at the on-site golf course designed by Arnold Palmer, enjoy a Citrus Melon Mojito mani-pedi at the spa or take the family to Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park for zip-lining and Tarzan swings.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: 173 USD – 366 USD
Guest Rating: 8.5
Address: 7593 Gathering Drive, Orlando, Florida, United States
Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
The 1.2-hectare pool at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek is perfect for beating the heat in the Sunshine State while floating in the lazy river, riding down water slides or relaxing in a private cabana. It’s impossible to be bored at this resort, where 12 dining options, an 18-hole golf course and award-winning spa are at your fingertips.
Capture spectacular views from the Disney Fireworks View Guest Room, which also boasts a sitting area, workspace and king-size bed, or upgrade to a Junior Suite for extra space. If you want a bird’s-eye view of Orlando, drive 20 minutes to ICON Orlando to ride its 121-metre-tall Ferris Wheel with 360-degree views of International Drive.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 138 USD – 318 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, Florida, United States
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
Only a 20-minute drive from SeaWorld, JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes is a family-friendly resort with nearly 1,000 guest rooms. Plush bedding, internet-ready HD TVs, marble bathrooms and oversized tubs can be found in each of the rooms, while private balconies with scenic lakeside views and separate living areas are available in the suites.
You’ve got plenty of options for outdoor activities, from the hotel’s lazy river and outdoor pool to the bike trail and par-72 golf course. Indulge in casual farm-to-table cuisine at Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen or grab a sandwich to go at Cafe Bodega. For access to a plunge pool, steam room and Scrub Bar, head to the on-site spa.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 127 USD – 427 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 4040 Central Florida Parkway, South Orlando, Orlando, United States
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
A beautiful New England-style lakeside hotel, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort boasts nautical touches and the adventure-packed Stormalong Bay. You can zip down waterslides, ride on an inner tube in the lazy river or relax on the tanning deck, then kick back in one of the three whirlpool spas.
Book a Water View room for views of Crescent Lake, a coffee maker, mini-fridge and Wi-Fi, while in-room celebrations are a popular add-on. Savour premium steaks at Yachtsman Steakhouse or dine on seafood in Ale & Compass Restaurant, then sign the kids up for a Pirate Adventure Cruise or drive 10 minutes to Disney Springs to explore its indoor theme park, bowling lanes and boutiques.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 353 USD – 626 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 1700 Epcot Resorts Boulevard, Bay Lake, Orlando, United States
Hilton Orlando
Pack your swimsuit when staying at Hilton Orlando. Hilton Orlando has the nicest lazy river in Florida and the temperature-controlled swimming pools, winding water slide are impossible to resist. Order a tropical drink at one of the poolside cabanas or enjoy a pampering massage at Eforea Spa. When hunger strikes, indulge in American comfort food at David’s Club Bar & Grill or pick up late-night snacks at the 24-hour Marketplace.
Relax on a king-size bed in one of the guest rooms, enjoy a separate living area in a suite or upgrade to an Executive Room for continental breakfast, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges and lounge chairs. Drive five minutes to Aquatica Orlando and experience its iconic Dolphin Plunge slide, which is a transparent tube surrounded by dolphins.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 77 USD – 459 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 6001 Destination Parkway, International Drive, Orlando, United States
Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort
Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort boasts spacious hotel-suite condos in addition to nine restaurants, four golf courses and seven pools with slides and a lazy river. There’s a wide range of accommodation available, from studios with fully-equipped kitchens, blackout shades and flat-screen TVs to three-bedroom villas with separate living rooms, washers and dryers and pull-out sofas.
Travelling with the family? There are plenty of on-site activities for kids, such as table tennis, billiards and a putt-putt golf course. Enjoy a Key West-inspired menu at Breezes Restaurant and Bar or combine live sport with tasty snacks at Legacy Sports Bar and Grill.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 98 USD – 249 USD
Guest Rating: 8.4
Address: 8505 West Irlo Bronson Memorial, Four Corners, Orlando, United States
The Grove Resort & Spa Orlando
Boasting residential-style accommodations, The Grove Resort & Spa Orlando is home to the thrilling Surfari Water Park with water slides, a zero-entry pool and lazy river. Pick from the one, two and three-bedroom suites, which feature flat-screen TVs, full-size washers and dryers, sleeper sofas and separate living and dining areas.
After a day at the parks, stock your suite with snacks and drinks at the Alfresco Market or bite into a Three Cheese Margherita at Antonio’s Pizza. You can also take advantage of the hotel’s “Stock Your Fridge” program to come home to a fully-stocked fridge. Spend your days relaxing on the shores of Lake Austin or drive 20 minutes to Old Town USA to stroll its 1950s-style district lined with retro shops, diners and amusement rides.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 147 USD – 211 USD
Guest Rating: No Rating
Address: Avalon Road, Four Corners, Orlando, United States
Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Only a six-minute walk from Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Cabana Bay Beach Resort is home to retro-style Guest Rooms with flat-screen TVs and pool views. The Family Suite boasts a spacious living area, two queen beds and kitchenette with mini-fridge. You’ll find plenty of on-site activities, including a bowling alley, arcade and pool.
Plunge down the dive tower-themed water slide, float in the lazy river or enjoy cocktails poolside, then head to the Bayliner Diner food court for pizza, burgers, salads and desserts. Take a 10-minute walk to Universal Citywalk to dine at the Hot Dog Hall of Fame, pick up sweets at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium or catch a Blue Man Group show.
Star Rating: 3*
Price: 96 USD – 388 USD
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 6550 Adventure Way, Orlando, Florida, United States
Liki Tiki Village by Diamond Resorts
Boasting a water park and 25 hectares of lush landscaping, Liki Tiki Village by Diamond Resorts offers plenty of family-friendly fun. Polynesian-themed buildings house one, two and three-bedroom condos with separate living and dining rooms, fully-equipped kitchens, private balconies and washers and dryers.
Cool off at the water slides and wave pool at the on-site Liki Tiki Lagoon Water Adventure Park or take a swing at the mini-golf course, then stop for wings, burgers and sandwiches at the poolside Shipwreck Sally’s Bar & Grill. Drive 20 minutes to Florida’s iconic Gatorland, where you can watch reptilian shows, observe rare white alligators and zip-line over an alligator marsh.
Star Rating: 3*
Price: 33 USD – 312 USD
Guest Rating: 8.3
Address: 17777 Bali Boulevard, Four Corners, Orlando, United States
Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort
The family-focused Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort sits adjacent to the Walt Disney World Resort and has one to four-bedroom suites that can sleep up to twelve guests. You’ll also find spacious living rooms, modern kitchens, washer/dryers and whirlpool tubs. Step outside to discover a mini-golf course, volleyball court and an indoor game room with a video arcade.
Take your pick from the five outdoor swimming pools, which feature two lazy rivers, waterslides and interactive water fountains and are lined with sun loungers, cabanas and picnic tables. Pick up burgers at La Cantina, pizza at Cocina Pizzeria or drive 15 minutes to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament to see an epic battle between knights and horses while you dine.
Star Rating: 3*
Price: 88 USD – 584 USD
Guest Rating: 8.2
Address: 9560 Via Encinas, Orlando, Florida, United States
Fantasy World Resort
A perfect choice for budget-conscious families, the two-bedroom villas at Fantasy World Resort feature full kitchens, washers and dryers, separate bedrooms and enough space for six guests. Swim in one of the two heated pools, plunge down the water slides or float in the lazy river, then let the kids loose at the splash pad.
There’s an array of activities on offer for the little ones, from poolside challenges to tie-dye and sand art crafts, while everyone can enjoy the board games, ping pong, tennis and shuffleboard. If you’re a family that likes adrenaline-pumping activities, drive 20 minutes to iFLY Orlando and hop in a vertical wind tunnel to feel what it’s like to jump out of a plane.
Star Rating: 3*
Price: 95 USD – 170 USD
Guest Rating: 8.1
Address: 5005 Kyngs Heath Road, Maingate East, Orlando, United States
Flamingo Waterpark Resort
Known for its fun-filled on-site waterpark, Flamingo Waterpark Resort also boasts spacious family suites with bunk beds, single rooms and Jacuzzi suites. Each room is equipped with a workspace, kitchenette, mini fridge, flat-screen TV with HBO and includes daily housekeeping. Visit the 24/7 Pantry Corner for quick snacks or the Tiki Bar for kid-friendly drinks and adult beverages.
The real highlight, however, is the water park, where you can zip down the nine-metre-tall tower water slides, relax in the lazy river and swim in the zero-depth children’s pool. Want to see one of Florida’s most iconic attractions? Take a day trip to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to watch a rocket launch and browse space-related history.
Star Rating: 3*
Price: 44 USD – 215 USD
Guest Rating: 6.3
Address: 2261 East Irlo Bronson Highway, Kissimmee, Orlando, United States
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Rise and shine with welcoming faces at the Disney Character Breakfast at Disney’s Beach Club Resort or splash in the outdoor water recreation area. The Standard View room comes with a mini-fridge, soaking tub and Wi-Fi, while the 2 Bedroom Suite is ideal for families with its extra space and Club Level access.
Disney’s Beach Club Resort has the best lazy river in Florida. Spend your days on an inner tube in the lazy river, then indulge in a Milky Way Sundae or chili cheese fries at the Beaches & Cream Soda Shop or dig into baked cheese dip and roasted prime rib at Crew’s Cup Lounge. Wrap up your day with a signature cocktail at Martha’s Vineyard or cool off with frozen drinks at Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: 457 USD – 555 USD
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: 1800 Epcot Resorts Boulevard, Bay Lake, Orlando, United States
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You’re spoilt for choice with Orlando’s non-stop attractions, where you can meet Walt Disney characters, ride roller coasters or cool off at a waterpark. Most Orlando accommodations feature a pool, but with these popular Orlando hotels with lazy river you can soak up Florida’s sunshine in an inner tube. They also typically have on-site restaurants, pampering spas and golf courses.
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