Do you have a dream resort at Disney World where you’ve constantly wished to remain?

Numerous people have deluxe resort dreams on an All-Stars Resorts budget plans, however often, you can score an offer (and even rent DVC points) and get a space at one of Disney’s more glamorous hotels. We had a chance to remain at what is most likely THE most glamorous hotel on Disney World home, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and there are some things we wanted we ‘d done in a different way. Live and find out, right?

A longer stay

Due to the fact that this hotel IS so costly, you may favor having a much shorter stay here. That, nevertheless, is an error– we did that, and we regret it. One day is inadequate to truly enjoy this stunning resort that provides lots of excellent dining, activities, excellent views, and more.

So if you have actually got the cash to spend lavishly for a long stay, DO IT. You will not regret it. This is among those cases where the hotel is as much a location as the parks.

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Remain on a night with prolonged night hours

There’s one BIG perk that remaining at a luxurious hotel can provide that you can’t get at any of Disney World’s other hotels. That’s Extended Night Hours, which occur on particular nights at Disney World’s amusement park. So if you remain at the Grand Floridian and your stay does not accompany among those particular Extended Evening Hours nights, you’ll wind up losing out on the very best perk luxurious hotels provide.

Before you schedule that stay, make certain to inspect the Disney World calendar on the Disney World site or My Disney Experience app. Make certain you have at least one night at the Grand Floridian when Extended Night Hours are provided.

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Just consuming at one dining establishment

There are some AMAZING dining establishments at the Grand Floridian and if you’re simply dining at one, you’re losing out on an entire cooking experience. You have actually got Citricos, which is a fresh upscale dining establishment themed around Mary Poppins Returns with a menu by Chef Andres Mendoza plus a 2022 mention in the Michelin Guide.

1900 Park Fare provides character buffet dining for breakfast and supper. We have actually got 2 words for you: Strawberry Soup (this meal is well-known for a factor). Charm and the Monster fans will like the Enchanted Rose Bar and Lounge, which provides premium bites and crafted mixed drinks in a setting that consists of a radiant bar with a golden chandelier, a figure of the renowned increased from Charm and the Monster, a Cogsworth-inspired clock, a Lumiere-inspired candelabra, and a Mrs. Potts-inspired teapot.

Obviously, who can ignore the AAA five-diamond ranked Victoria & Albert’s, which is great dining at its … well … finest. This is another dining establishment that’s been acknowledged by the Michelin Guide. Is it costly? Yes? Is it worth it? Likewise, yes! If you like seafood, you’ll wish to go to Narcoossee’s, which likewise has incredible views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks.

If you desire casual, American fare, there’s Grand Floridian Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and supper. You can likewise get a fast meal at Gasparilla Island Grill, the Grand Floridian’s counter service dining establishment. Plus, there are 2 swimming pool bars where you can get some excellent mixed drinks and treats.

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Having a resort day

If you’re remaining someplace as great as the Grand Floridian, we recommend you avoid a day in the parks and have a day where you simply invest a long time at the hotel. Trust us on this one. There’s plenty to see AND do. We might invest a DAY alone simply roaming around the premises of this stunning resort, taking pleasure in some swimming pool time, and enjoying some enjoyable activities (more on that later).

You’re paying a great deal of cash to remain there, after all. May also spend some time to delight in whatever the hotel provides.

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Avoiding the health spa

Mentioning a resort day, we want we had went to the health spa to unwind, charge, and get some much-needed indulging. Get a body treatment, massage, manicure, or among the health spa’s lots of other treatments, and invest a long time hanging out in the relaxation space.

You can book an appointment here It’s a getaway, after all– you ought to delight in some chill time when you’re not running all over the parks.

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Get images of the glass slipper

Okay, so there are a lots of excellent picture chances at this hotel, however one you can not miss out on is the glass slipper. This is a PhotoPass place where you can get an expert picture of you holding Cinderella’s renowned glass slipper.

You’ll discover the PhotoPass place near the primary staircase on the 2nd flooring of the lobby. It’s readily available the majority of the day, so do not miss it!

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Get a special Grand Floridian fragrance

Did you understand that the Grand Floridian has its own Basin place? If you’re not acquainted with Basin, it’s a store that offers aromatic soaps, candle lights, bath bombs, and more! Well, Basin has an EXCLUSIVE sent out at its place in the Grand Floridian– it’s the Isn’t it Grand.

You can get this as a soap, bath bomb, candle light, and more– and we’re simply going to inform you that it smells DIVINE.

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View the Electrical Water Pageant

If you have actually never ever remained at any of the Magic Kingdom-area hotels, you might not even learn about the Electrical Water Pageant. This is a parade that happens on 7 Seas Lagoon, and you’ll have a terrific view of it if you’re remaining at the Grand Floridian. It consists of a great deal of enjoyable animals, too.

So what’s it like? It’s a shimmering pageant of light and lit-up drifts that’s a lot like the Main Street Electrical Parade however on water.

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Delight in resort-exclusive activities

Remember us pointing out activities for that resort day you should take? Well, we are sorry for refraining from doing these things and there is a lot to do at the Grand Floridian. Not just does the hotel have some enjoyable swimming pools, however you can likewise take part in campfire activities, Films under destiny, fishing, boat and pontoon leasings, specialized cruises, therefore a lot more.

We informed you there’s a lot to do at the Grand Floridian, and we weren’t lying!

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So there you have it. Do not make the errors we did and not make time for whatever this extraordinary hotel deals. It’s a getaway in and of itself!

Stay tuned to DFB for more.

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