What's included at The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and what costs extra
The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes charges a mandatory daily resort fee and many on‑site services cost extra: valet parking, spa treatments, golf tee times, dining, pool cabanas and some transfers are charged separately. Standard room inclusions typically cover in‑room bottled water, a 65‑inch TV and basic in‑room Wi‑Fi for direct bookings; other services and activities are pay‑as‑you‑use.
In this guide
- Rooms — what’s included in your room rate
- Resort fee, parking and Wi‑Fi — mandatory and optional charges
- Dining — most meals are not included
- Pools, cabanas and the spa — which areas cost extra
- Golf, tennis and fitness — fees and schedules
- Kids, childcare and pets — extra charges and rules
- Transfers, check‑in/out and other policies
Rooms — what’s included in your room rate
Standard inclusions in Rooms & Suites include a 65‑inch HD smart TV, complimentary bottled water and in‑room amenities like an iPod docking station. Many rooms also offer private balconies in renovated inventory.
In‑room Wi‑Fi is available; complimentary in‑room internet is provided to Marriott Bonvoy members who book directly, while other reservations may face a daily fee. Check your confirmation for which rate includes free Wi‑Fi.
- Included (typically): 65‑inch HD smart TV, bottled water, basic toiletries
- May be included: in‑room Wi‑Fi (depends on booking channel/Marriott Bonvoy status)
- Not included in base rate: meals, minibar items, pay‑per‑view services, spa or golf fees
| Room name (examples) | What the rate usually covers |
|---|---|
| Room, Pool View | Room amenities listed above; meals and activities extra |
| Club Room, Lake View | Room amenities; Club Lounge access may be a separate paid benefit (confirm at booking) |
| Presidential Suite | Suite amenities included in room rate; F&B and incidentals billed separately |
Resort fee, parking and Wi‑Fi — mandatory and optional charges
A mandatory daily resort fee applies to most stays; published amounts vary by source and can change, so confirm the exact per‑night amount at booking or check‑in. The resort fee is reported to cover items such as shuttle reservations to area parks and one fitness class per room per day by some sources, but covered inclusions can vary.
Valet‑only parking is charged separately; the official site lists a daily valet fee of $58.00. In‑room internet is complimentary for direct Marriott bookings, while other reservations may incur a daily Wi‑Fi charge.
- Mandatory daily resort fee — amount varies by source; verify at booking/check‑in
- Valet parking fee: $58.00 per day (official site figure; subject to change)
- In‑room Wi‑Fi: complimentary for eligible direct bookings; otherwise a daily fee may apply
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Daily resort fee | Mandatory (amount varies by source; confirm with hotel) |
| Valet parking | $58.00 per day (official site figure) |
| In‑room Wi‑Fi | Free for direct Marriott bookings; fee for other reservation types |
Dining — most meals are not included
The resort is not an all‑inclusive property: restaurants and bars charge separately. On‑site venues include Knife & Spoon, Highball & Harvest, The Lobby Lounge, Bleu Pool Bar, First Drop, Vitale Spa Café and Fairways Pub among others; each outlet has its own menu and pricing.
Knife & Spoon operates evening dining and a bar/lounge; Highball & Harvest serves farm‑to‑table Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations and dress code guidance are available on the restaurants’ listings.
- On‑site dining is individually priced — plan to pay per meal or add charges to your room folio
- First Drop is the coffee shop for breakfast and quick snacks; Vitale is the spa café with lighter fare
- Knife & Spoon is the resort’s signature steak/seafood restaurant (reservations recommended)
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Knife & Spoon | Bar/lounge and dinner (evening hours); reservations: +1 407-206-2400 |
| Highball & Harvest | Breakfast, lunch and dinner (farm‑to‑table Southern) |
| Bleu Pool Bar | Poolside dining and drinks (casual) |
Pools, cabanas and the spa — which areas cost extra
The resort has three outdoor pools: a family‑friendly heated pool, a kids/wading pool and an adults‑only spa lap pool (the spa pool and spa facilities are restricted to guests 18 and older). General pool access for registered guests is part of the stay; private cabanas and daybeds are available to reserve for an additional fee.
The Ritz‑Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes is a 40,000‑square‑foot facility with treatments, saunas, steam rooms and an outdoor lap pool. Spa treatments and salon services are charged separately; spa facility and treatment access rules (age restrictions, teen/child menu) apply.
- Pool access: included for registered guests; adults‑only spa pool reserved for ages 18+
- Cabanas/daybeds: reservable for a fee (prices vary; reserve in advance)
- Spa treatments and salon services: pay‑per‑treatment; spa hours and age rules apply
| Amenity | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Main resort pool (Solaire Pool) | Included for guests |
| Spa pool & spa facilities | Spa facility access restricted to 18+; treatments extra |
| Pool cabana/daybed | Extra — reservation and fee required |
Golf, tennis and fitness — fees and schedules
The resort has The Ritz‑Carlton Golf Club, an 18‑hole, par‑72 Greg Norman design. Tee times are reservable and golf is charged separately; the driving range and club services incur typical golf‑club fees. Check tee time availability and green fees with the golf pro shop.
The Ritz‑Carlton Athletic Club is open 24 hours and is complimentary for registered guests. Group fitness classes and private lessons are available; some classes are covered by the resort fee (one fitness class per room per day is listed by the resort as included in some sources) while private instruction is charged separately.
- Golf tee times and greens fees: charged separately; tee times generally available 6:00 AM–5:30 PM
- Athletic Club: complimentary 24‑hour access for registered guests (age restrictions apply)
- Fitness classes/private lessons: some group classes may be included via resort fee; private lessons cost extra
| Activity | Typical note |
|---|---|
| Golf (The Ritz‑Carlton Golf Club) | Tee times and play are extra; check club for rates and reservations |
| Tennis/pickleball | Courts available on site; lessons/private clinics are extra |
| Group fitness | One class per room per day may be included per resort fee; confirm inclusions |
Kids, childcare and pets — extra charges and rules
The resort welcomes families and runs a Ritz Kids program for ages four to twelve; Ritz Kids activities and supervised childcare are offered for a surcharge. A separate Kids and Teen Spa menu is available for children ages 2–17 for specific treatments, and age restrictions apply to main spa and fitness facilities.
Pets are accepted with restrictions. The Ritz‑Carlton allows one dog or cat up to 25 lbs per room with a non‑refundable pet fee of $250 per stay; pets are not allowed in spa, pool or restaurant areas. Policies reported by other booking sites may differ, so confirm the hotel’s current rules before arrival.
- Ritz Kids program: surcharge applies for supervised activities
- Kids & Teen Spa menu: pay‑per‑treatment; age‑appropriate services listed
- Pet fee: $250 non‑refundable per stay for one dog or cat up to 25 lbs (official site)
| Service | Age / policy | Cost note |
|---|---|---|
| Ritz Kids program | Ages 4–12 | Surcharge (amount varies) |
| Kids & Teen Spa | Ages 2–17 (specific treatments) | Charged per treatment |
| Pet policy | 1 pet up to 25 lbs | $250 non‑refundable fee per stay |
Transfers, check‑in/out and other policies
Standard check‑in is 4:00 PM and standard check‑out is 11:00 AM. The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old. A credit card presented at check‑in should match the reservation name; special requests are subject to availability.
Airport transfers and theme‑park shuttles may be subject to extra charges. The property does not operate a complimentary airport shuttle; paid airport transfers and a 24‑hour roundtrip shuttle on request are available for a surcharge with rates varying by provider. Some sources state the daily resort fee includes reservation‑based shuttle service to area theme parks — confirm the exact inclusions when you book.
- Check‑in: 4:00 PM; Check‑out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum age to check in: 18 (official source)
- Airport shuttle and transfers: typically an extra charge; confirm pricing and reservations
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check‑in / Check‑out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Minimum check‑in age | 18 years (official policy) |
| Airport transfers | Available for a surcharge; Mears and other paid options used by guests |
