Hotels near Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center ranked for business travelers
9 hotels within a mile of Gaylord Palms, selected by Navan's convention booking data for business travelers.
Every hotel clusters along one corridor: here's what that means for your commute
Gaylord Palms sits on 64 acres off I-4 Exit 65 in Kissimmee, and the nine hotels on this list all fall within a mile along the Osceola Parkway and W Irlo Bronson Highway corridor. Navan's booking data shaped this selection around proximity, guest ratings, and convention utility.
Closest option: Gaylord Palms itself at 0.1 miles (you are already there)
Distance range: All 9 hotels sit within 0.9 miles of the convention center
Loyalty programs: Marriott Bonvoy, IHG One Rewards, Hilton Honors, Wyndham Rewards
Parking tip: Arrive by rideshare and skip the $38/day self-parking fee entirely
Top Hotels Near Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
9 Rating (1,725 Reviews)
0.1 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Convention goers who stay on-site eliminate the commute entirely: step out of your room and walk straight to the convention floor without crossing a parking lot. Six restaurants, a full-service spa, and the 3-acre Cypress Springs Water Park mean recovery between sessions never requires leaving the property.
Vacation Village Orlando, Celebration
8.4 Rating (5,111 Reviews)
0.6 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
2975 Arabian Nights Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Full kitchens in every unit make this a practical base for extended convention stays when per diem budgets need stretching. Seven pools spread across the property offer more downtime variety than most hotels on this corridor, and free parking saves $38 per day compared to the resort.
Parkway International Resort
9.1 Rating (533 Reviews)
0.7 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6200 Safari Trl, Kissimmee, FL 34747
The highest-rated alternative to staying on-site, with rooms built around full kitchens and a layout designed for travelers settling in for more than one night. Free parking and a pickleball court offer a rare combination for convention downtime that most nearby hotels cannot match.
Fairfield Inn and Suites Orlando Kissimmee Celebration
8.4 Rating (446 Reviews)
0.7 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6073 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Marriott Bonvoy members earn points at a reliable mid-range price point that keeps corporate travel managers satisfied. Complimentary breakfast and free parking handle the two biggest incidental costs this corridor throws at business travelers heading to Gaylord Palms.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Orlando Celebration
7.7 Rating (4,343 Reviews)
0.7 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
2900 Parkway Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Nine on-site meeting rooms and 13,327 square feet of conference space give groups a secondary venue steps from the main convention center. Two pools, four restaurants, and The Pointe for American cuisine keep extended stays comfortable without leaving the property.
Super 8 by Wyndham Kissimmee/Maingate/Orlando Area
7.4 Rating (769 Reviews)
0.8 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
5875 W Irlo Bronson Meml Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Budget travelers who funnel savings back into convention registration or client dinners find their floor here on W Irlo Bronson Highway. Complimentary breakfast and free parking strip two of the corridor's biggest daily expenses from the final bill.
Staybridge Suites Orlando Royale Parc Suites by IHG
7.9 Rating (1,718 Reviews)
0.8 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
5876 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
IHG One Rewards members picking a suite-style layout get full kitchens and separate living areas built for multi-day convention stints. Complimentary breakfast runs daily from 7:00 to 10:00 AM, and the Old Town entertainment district sits directly across the street for evening options.
Waldorf Astoria Orlando
8.5 Rating (630 Reviews)
0.9 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, FL 32821
When the convention wraps early and the client dinner needs a setting that closes deals, Bull and Bear steakhouse inside the lobby handles the job. A Rees Jones golf course, two pools, and the full Waldorf spa give convention attendees recovery infrastructure that budget options along W Irlo Bronson cannot offer.
Celebration Suites
9 Rating (4,946 Reviews)
0.9 miles from Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
5820 West Irlo Bronson Highway, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Suite-style rooms with full kitchens and free parking make this a strong pick for groups splitting costs across a multi-day convention at Gaylord Palms. Three outdoor pools and direct adjacency to Old Town mean post-session evenings have options without a rideshare fare.
What's in the Area
- Old Hickory Steakhouse (on-site) -- Prime steaks and wine list built for client dinners. Reserve a week ahead during conventions.
- MOOR (on-site, Key West atrium) -- Seafood with lagoon views and flexible private dining for groups up to 400.
- Villa de Flora (on-site, Everglades atrium) -- Italian buffet and a la carte options. Walk-in friendly, solid for working lunches between sessions.
- Columbia Restaurant (Celebration, 1.5 miles) -- Award-winning Spanish-Cuban cuisine. Best off-resort client dinner with atmosphere.
- Self-parking costs $38 plus tax per day with no hourly option. Valet runs $50 plus tax. Pre-pay online for a 20% discount on day parking.
- Convention attendees often receive complimentary parking through event registration. Check your confirmation before paying.
- Arriving by rideshare avoids the parking fee entirely. Guests without a vehicle registered to their room are not charged.
- Fairfield Inn, Parkway International, Super 8, and Celebration Suites all offer free self-parking nearby.
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) is 20 miles east, a 25-30 minute drive. No airport shuttle from Gaylord Palms.
- Uber and Lyft from MCO cost $25-50 depending on demand. Pickup zones are at Terminals A and B.
- Mears Connect runs shared shuttles from MCO for $16-32 per person. Multiple stops add 30-60 minutes to the trip.
- Gaylord Palms provides a complimentary shuttle to all four Disney parks and Disney Springs for overnight guests only.
- Old Town (1.1 miles southeast) -- Open-air entertainment complex with shops, restaurants, and weekend car cruises on Irlo Bronson.
- Celebration (1.5 miles southwest) -- Disney-designed town with a walkable lakefront, boutique shops, and restaurants.
- Fun Spot America (1.1 miles southeast) -- Go-karts, rides, and arcades. Quick mental reset between convention days.
- Walt Disney World (3 miles northwest) -- Four parks plus Disney Springs. Free shuttle for overnight Gaylord Palms guests.
- The entire Gaylord Palms resort operates cashless. Bring a card for every transaction from coffee to parking to spa.
- The 4.5-acre indoor atrium is themed by Florida region: Everglades, Key West, St. Augustine. Use sections as landmarks.
- EV drivers get four free Tesla Destination chargers in the parking garage. Check availability early during large conventions.
- 500,000 sq ft of meeting space includes the Coastal Ballroom (30,000 sq ft) and Florida Exhibition Hall (capacity 10,000).
- Check-in at 4:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM. Large conventions create lobby congestion. Arrive by 3:30 PM or after 5:00 PM.
- Daily resort fee is $45 plus tax. Covers Cypress Springs Water Park, Wi-Fi, and the Disney shuttle. Factor into total cost.
- Peak parking congestion hits 7:30-9:00 AM on convention mornings. Rideshare drop-off avoids both the fee and garage queue.
- Sunscreen and hydration matter even indoors. The walk from parking garage to convention entrance crosses open Florida pavement.
What's in the Area
- Old Hickory Steakhouse (on-site) -- Prime steaks and wine list built for client dinners. Reserve a week ahead during conventions.
- MOOR (on-site, Key West atrium) -- Seafood with lagoon views and flexible private dining for groups up to 400.
- Villa de Flora (on-site, Everglades atrium) -- Italian buffet and a la carte options. Walk-in friendly, solid for working lunches between sessions.
- Columbia Restaurant (Celebration, 1.5 miles) -- Award-winning Spanish-Cuban cuisine. Best off-resort client dinner with atmosphere.
- Self-parking costs $38 plus tax per day with no hourly option. Valet runs $50 plus tax. Pre-pay online for a 20% discount on day parking.
- Convention attendees often receive complimentary parking through event registration. Check your confirmation before paying.
- Arriving by rideshare avoids the parking fee entirely. Guests without a vehicle registered to their room are not charged.
- Fairfield Inn, Parkway International, Super 8, and Celebration Suites all offer free self-parking nearby.
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) is 20 miles east, a 25-30 minute drive. No airport shuttle from Gaylord Palms.
- Uber and Lyft from MCO cost $25-50 depending on demand. Pickup zones are at Terminals A and B.
- Mears Connect runs shared shuttles from MCO for $16-32 per person. Multiple stops add 30-60 minutes to the trip.
- Gaylord Palms provides a complimentary shuttle to all four Disney parks and Disney Springs for overnight guests only.
- Old Town (1.1 miles southeast) -- Open-air entertainment complex with shops, restaurants, and weekend car cruises on Irlo Bronson.
- Celebration (1.5 miles southwest) -- Disney-designed town with a walkable lakefront, boutique shops, and restaurants.
- Fun Spot America (1.1 miles southeast) -- Go-karts, rides, and arcades. Quick mental reset between convention days.
- Walt Disney World (3 miles northwest) -- Four parks plus Disney Springs. Free shuttle for overnight Gaylord Palms guests.
- The entire Gaylord Palms resort operates cashless. Bring a card for every transaction from coffee to parking to spa.
- The 4.5-acre indoor atrium is themed by Florida region: Everglades, Key West, St. Augustine. Use sections as landmarks.
- EV drivers get four free Tesla Destination chargers in the parking garage. Check availability early during large conventions.
- 500,000 sq ft of meeting space includes the Coastal Ballroom (30,000 sq ft) and Florida Exhibition Hall (capacity 10,000).
- Check-in at 4:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM. Large conventions create lobby congestion. Arrive by 3:30 PM or after 5:00 PM.
- Daily resort fee is $45 plus tax. Covers Cypress Springs Water Park, Wi-Fi, and the Disney shuttle. Factor into total cost.
- Peak parking congestion hits 7:30-9:00 AM on convention mornings. Rideshare drop-off avoids both the fee and garage queue.
- Sunscreen and hydration matter even indoors. The walk from parking garage to convention entrance crosses open Florida pavement.
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