The Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Orlando

Orlando is the ultimate family vacation destination, offering world-famous theme parks like Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and LEGOLAND Florida. Whether your family wants to stay inside the magic of a theme park resort or prefers a spacious resort with pools and kid-friendly amenities, these hotels provide the perfect home base for an unforgettable Orlando adventure.
To help you find the perfect place to stay, we’ve compiled a list of the best family-friendly hotels and resorts in the area. Plus, for parents who need a night out, Destination Sitters provides trusted babysitting services right in your hotel or vacation rental.
Here’s a variety of exceptional hotels designed to cater to both parents and children. Here are some top family-friendly hotels in the area, each providing unique amenities to ensure a memorable stay:
For a luxury Disney experience, Four Seasons Orlando provides spacious family suites, character breakfasts, and a five-acre water park. Kids will love the Explorer Island, which features a lazy river, waterslides, a splash pad, and a kids’ camp. Parents can relax at the adults-only infinity pool or enjoy fine dining with views of Disney fireworks.
✔ Five-acre water park with lazy river & slides
✔ Explorer Island kids’ camp
✔ Character dining & luxury family suites
✔ Disney fireworks views from the resort
📍 Where: 10100 Dream Tree Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
A luxury family-friendly retreat just minutes from Disney World, the Waldorf Astoria Orlando features spacious suites, a zero-entry pool, and a lazy river. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to Disney parks, a kids’ club with fun activities, and golf for parents.
✔ Zero-entry pool & lazy river
✔ Luxury suites with family-friendly amenities
✔ Complimentary Disney shuttle
✔ Kids’ club & outdoor activities
📍 Where: 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln, Orlando, FL
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
One of Disney’s most luxurious and family-friendly resorts, the Grand Floridian offers a Victorian-style atmosphere with world-class amenities. Families will love the beachfront pool with waterfalls, a water play area for kids, and character dining at 1900 Park Fare. The monorail access makes getting to Magic Kingdom a breeze, and the hotel provides fireworks views from the resort.
✔ Monorail access to Magic Kingdom & Epcot
✔ Themed pools & water play area
✔ Character dining with Disney favorites
✔ Luxury family accommodations & fireworks views
📍 Where: 4401 Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort
A retro-themed, budget-friendly resort, Cabana Bay Beach Resort is perfect for families visiting Universal Orlando Resort. The hotel features a lazy river, two large pools, a waterslide, and a bowling alley. Families staying here enjoy early admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and convenient shuttle service to Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure.
✔ Lazy river, waterslide & two large pools
✔ Early park admission to Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter
✔ On-site bowling alley & arcade
✔ Budget-friendly family suites
📍 Where: 6550 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL
For families visiting LEGOLAND Florida, staying at the LEGOLAND Florida Resort is a must! The hotel features LEGO-themed rooms, interactive play areas, and a heated resort-style pool. Guests also enjoy early park entry and exclusive LEGO character meet-and-greets.
✔ LEGO-themed rooms & interactive play areas
✔ Early park entry for LEGOLAND guests
✔ LEGO character meet-and-greets
✔ Kid-friendly dining & activities
📍 Where: 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
A great off-theme-park option, The Grove Resort is a spacious, all-suite resort with a full kitchen and living space—perfect for families needing extra room. The resort features the Surfari Water Park, complete with a lazy river, water slides, and a splash zone. Families can also rent paddleboats or enjoy movie nights by the pool.
✔ Water park with lazy river & waterslides
✔ Spacious suites with full kitchens
✔ Paddleboat rentals & family-friendly activities
✔ Shuttle service to Walt Disney World
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
For families looking for elegance and adventure, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando offers a mix of luxury accommodations and outdoor activities. The resort features a lazy river pool, kids’ club, and nature trails for families to explore. Parents can enjoy the spa and championship golf course, while kids participate in butterfly garden tours and fishing excursions.
✔ Lazy river pool & kids’ club activities
✔ Outdoor adventure programs for families
✔ Luxury accommodations with family-friendly amenities
✔ Close to Disney, Universal & SeaWorld
📍 Where: 4012 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando, FL
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With kid-friendly resorts, world-famous attractions, and expert babysitting services, Orlando is a fantastic family vacation destination!