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JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes vs Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes scores significantly higher than Disney's Art of Animation Resort. JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes comes in at 90 with praise from 13 reviews like Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Jetsetter.

JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
8 / 10
4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32837
From $193 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"The seeming isolation of the location of this 1,064-room luxury tower... lends the property an enviable natural tranquility that nearly all other Orlando mega-hotels lack."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Grand statement in Central Florida with five restaurants, a lazy river and a Greg Norman-designed golf course." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A sister property to the neighboring Ritz Carlton with shared facilities." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 998-room JW Marriott is one of the most luxurious resorts in Orlando, and not just because it shares a gorgeous golf course and spa with the adjacent Ritz-Carlton." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Sharing with the Ritz Carlton its spectacular and meticulously kept grounds as well as a long list of amenities, this luxurious property is one of the finest around."
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Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
7 / 10
1850 Century Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Kissimmee, FL 32830
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"An instant hit with the kids, with over a thousand suites designed after Finding Nemo, Cars and The Lion King... and almost 900 inspired by The Little Mermaid."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This brightly colored three-story value resort is a kid's version of paradise." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Guests staying anywhere on Disney property can also take advantage of the free Magical Express transportation to and from Orlando International Airport." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Situated in the Disney Resort complex and features fun, colorful decor inspired by four beloved Disney and Pixar movies -- Cars, The Lion King, Finding Nemo, and the Little Mermaid." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Family Suites have two bathrooms, convertible couches, and demi-kitchens (no stove)...this is Disney’s only pet-friendly Value resort. It also connects to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot." Full review
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