Top Unique Hotel Experiences in Kissimmee

Kissimmee is a destination unlike any other. Here, you can make out-of-the-ordinary memories everywhere you go—even without leaving your accommodations! Check out these unique hotel and resort experiences waiting for you in Kissimmee.  

Take a Walk on the Wild Side

When you stay at Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, you'll quickly discover that this property welcomes all sorts of guests, including four-legged, scaly ones. That’s because the resort features a 4.5-acre, glass-enclosed atrium that recreates three Florida environments: the Everglades, Key West, and St. Augustine.

In the Everglades area, slither over to Sawgrass Place for a closer look at non-venomous snakes in their secure swamp-themed habitats. Then follow the grunting sounds to the baby alligators (known as “grunts”). You can meet these hatchlings every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

You don’t say “See you later, alligator" when you leave the Everglades. Over in the St. Augustine area, you’ll find Gator Springs—home to juvenile alligators and different species of turtles all living together in a freshwater spring-inspired habitat. Stop by on Tuesdays and Saturdays around 6:30 p.m., when staff from Gatorland are on hand to feed these fascinating creatures. 

Fishing for more wildlife? Check out Gaylord Palms’ Key West lagoon to see mangrove snappers, snook, redfish, tarpon, and stingrays. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 1 p.m., there are interactive fish feedings that will capture your attention—hook, line, and sinker. 

If all that exploration leaves you hungry, Gaylord Palms is home to some incredible restaurants. At MOOR in the Key West Atrium, enjoy fresh seafood aboard a life-sized sailboat. And overlooking the Everglades Atrium, Old Hickory Steakhouse is home to sizzling steaks and world-class wines to satisfy any appetite. 

Stay at a Resort That's Also a Water Park

Ever dreamed of staying at a resort that has a water park right outside your door? Well, say hello to your dream come true! Flamingo Waterpark Resort is a pool lover's paradise exclusively for guests. At its heart, you’ll find the Slide Tower, a 30-foot-tall tower features three main slides: the DripDrop speed slide, the Blue Hydra, and the Purple Scream. The little ones can get in on the sliding fun over in the Play Zone, where there are four slides, interactive rainfalls, and more. And for the youngest travelers, there’s the Tot Spot, complete with two smaller slides and lots of space for safe splashing.

Get Your Kicks Playing Footgolf

Any sports fan will tell you Kissimmee is a hole in one when it comes to golf vacations. But there’s more to enjoy here than traditional courses—especially when staying at Reunion Resort & Golf Club. That's where you can try your hand (or feet) at footgolf! 

What is footgolf exactly? Well, the best way to describe it is a combination of golf and soccer. Take everything you know about golf but make it bigger. A lot bigger! The ball is soccer-sized, and the cups are nearly two feet in diameter. And the biggest difference of all is that instead of using clubs, you kick the ball. Other than that, the rules are the same on the par-72 footgolf course: Kick your ball into the cup using the fewest kicks possible. Whether you’re a green golfer or think of yourself as the next Tiger Woods, footgolf offers plenty of fitness fun.

Make Waves for Days

If a day by the pool sounds like your version of paradise, then Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate is the place for you. There’s a pool for the whole family here, including the area's only resort wave pool. This 7,338-square-foot pool transforms more than 131,000 gallons of water into boisterous waves that everyone will love. Grab an inner tube for added fun and child-sized life jackets for the little ones.

Looking for some relaxation to balance out the wave-pool thrills? Take a ride on the 850-foot lazy river through cool tunnels, hidden canyons, and gentle rapids. Or step into the zero-entry family pool, where you can slowly submerge while the kids play around the water fountains and at the nearby splash playground. There's even a 125-foot corkscrew water slide for the most adventurous little ones. And if you need a bit of “me time,” find your own slice of seclusion in the adult pool area. A special spot for guests 18 and older, this is where you can swim, recharge in the hot tub, or lounge the day away in a private cabana.   

Boho is the Way to Go

For a slightly more unconventional vacation, embrace the boho lifestyle at The Inn at Celebration. An ornate escape in the heart of a charming, once Disney-owned town, The Inn at Celebration is an effortlessly cool oasis. Take a stroll around Lake Rianhard in the light of the early-morning sun. Listen to live music as you sip cocktails and share small plates during Lakeside Kitchen & Bar's Celebration Hour. This after exploring nearby Celebration. 

Lounge in the Lagoon

You don’t need to be a Parrothead to dream of wasting your days away in Margaritaville Resort Orlando. Here, you can drift through the huge lagoon-style pools, surrounded by palm trees and tropical birds singing their songs. Or kick back with a margarita in hand and your feet in the sand while listening to live music floating over from the poolside bar. If you find yourself needing to slip away from the Florida sunshine, head to a full-service cabana for umbrella drinks and cheeseburgers in paradise. 

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