
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Best for travelers who want extensive on-site golf, a large spa program, and family amenities with an established luxury pedigree.
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The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes is a long-established, full-service luxury resort centered on a large spa, Greg Norman golf course and multiple dining venues; this guide is for travelers who want a multi-activity, family-capable luxury stay. Conrad Orlando at Evermore is a newer five-star Evermore-area lagoon and beach-style resort near Disney; read on if you’re choosing between a newer lagoon-beach concept and an established golf-and-spa resort.
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Best for travelers who want extensive on-site golf, a large spa program, and family amenities with an established luxury pedigree.

Best for guests seeking a newer, beach-lagoon resort experience very close to Walt Disney World and contemporary meeting/event facilities.
When The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes wins: pick the Ritz-Carlton if you want a big, established resort with a 40,000 sq ft spa, an 18-hole Greg Norman golf course, a wide choice of dining (including Knife & Spoon), and family programming such as Ritz Kids.
When Conrad Orlando at Evermore wins: choose Conrad Evermore if you prefer a newer property with a lagoon/beach concept near Walt Disney World, contemporary meeting space, watersports and a single-resort beachfront/pool focus.
Bottom line: both are five-star Orlando choices but serve different priorities — Grande Lakes for spa, golf and a wide activity roster on a large estate; Conrad Evermore for a modern beach-lagoon stay close to Disney with large event capacity.
| Category | The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes | Conrad Orlando at Evermore |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, established luxury resort focused on spa, golf and family programming | New luxury Evermore-area resort with a lagoon/beach resort design |
| Location | 4012 Central Florida Parkway (Grande Lakes complex) — near SeaWorld and a short drive to theme parks | 1500 Eastbeach Way — within a 10-minute drive of Walt Disney World® Resort and Disney Springs™ |
| Size | 582 rooms on a 500-acre resort | 433 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Ages | All ages — family programs and also adult-only spa pool/areas (18+ rules apply in spa areas) | All ages — adults-only: No (property is not adults-only) |
| Pools & beach | Three outdoor pools including family pool, kids pool, and adults-only spa lap pool; shared access to JW Marriott waterpark features | One outdoor pool plus private beach/lagoon activities and watersports (paddleboarding, kayaking listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven on-site dining venues including Knife & Spoon (Michelin-recognized) and Highball & Harvest | Five restaurants and 3 bars/lounges; includes Sophia’s Trattoria and a coffee shop/cafe |
| Spa & wellness | The Ritz-Carlton Spa — 40,000 sq ft, ~40 treatment rooms, adults-only spa pool and signature treatments tied to the resort garden | Full-service spa on site with treatment rooms and fitness classes listed |
| Known for | Golf course, large spa, farm-to-table dining and family programming | Lagoon/beach concept, proximity to Walt Disney World, modern meeting space |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive event venues across the Grande Lakes complex (many ballrooms and large outdoor lawns) | Conference space ~64,242 sq ft and 24 meeting rooms (supplier listing) |
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes sits inside the 500-acre Grande Lakes complex on Central Florida Parkway with quick access to SeaWorld and a manageable drive to Disney and Universal.
Best if you want a resort estate with lots of on-site activities and easy access to multiple Orlando attractions.
Conrad Orlando at Evermore positions itself as a new luxury lagoon/beach-style resort very close to Walt Disney World and Disney Springs.
Best if proximity to Walt Disney World and a beach-lagoon resort atmosphere are priority.
Grande Lakes offers 582 rooms and suites across multiple room types, from standard rooms to large suites and presidential accommodations.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton for a wider selection of room types and large-suite options across a big resort footprint.
Conrad Orlando at Evermore lists room types such as King Guestroom, Two Queen Guestroom and One Bedroom Suite with Balcony.
Conrad Evermore is newer with typical luxury room and suite options; check specific suite layouts if you need larger multi-room configurations.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes offers multiple dining venues spanning fine dining, farm-to-table Southern, coffee and poolside fare.
Grande Lakes has more variety and well-known signature outlets for fine dining and family casual meals.
Conrad Orlando at Evermore lists five restaurants and three bars/lounges, including Sophia’s Trattoria and a coffee shop/cafe.
Conrad offers a concise, contemporary restaurant roster aligned with a beach-lagoon resort program.
Grande Lakes is notable for multiple pool experiences and shared waterpark access through the resort complex.
Pick Grande Lakes for multiple pool options plus the larger complex waterpark and family-friendly pool programming.
Conrad Evermore emphasizes a lagoon/beach setting with a private beach and watersports on site.
Conrad is the choice for a beach/lagoon-style water experience and on-site water activities.
Wellness at Grande Lakes centers on a large spa and a 24-hour athletic club with group fitness and classes.
Grande Lakes suits guests prioritizing a sizable, programmatic spa and round-the-clock fitness options.
Conrad Evermore lists a full-service spa and many on-site fitness/wellness offerings and classes.
Conrad provides modern spa and fitness facilities appropriate for guests who want on-site wellness without the larger estate footprint.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a major facility (40,000 sq ft, ~40 treatment rooms) and includes an adults-only spa pool.

Conrad Orlando at Evermore is described as within a 10-minute drive of Walt Disney World® Resort and Disney Springs™.

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes includes an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed golf course on site.

Conrad Evermore offers a private beach/lagoon concept with paddleboarding, kayaking and boat/paddles on site.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes is explicitly family-friendly with Ritz Kids programming, multiple pools including a kids pool, and shared waterpark access; Conrad Evermore accommodates families too but positions itself around a lagoon/beach experience.
Conrad Orlando at Evermore is listed as within a 10-minute drive of Walt Disney World; the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes is a short drive as well but is typically described as a longer drive compared with Evermore in supplier notes.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa restricts spa facility and spa pool use to guests 18 and older (with specific teen treatment rules). Conrad’s supplier listing confirms a full-service spa but does not publish specific age restrictions in the supplied listing.
Yes. Conrad lists ~64,242 sq ft of conference space and 24 meeting rooms; Grande Lakes/JW Marriott combined event capacity across the complex is extensive and includes multiple large ballrooms and outdoor lawns.
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