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Located on Lake Bryan, you have access to jet skiing and other watersports. Or, hang back by the pool and admire the lilly pads.

The resort is tucked away in a calm forest near Disney World's Animal Kingdom. When not at the theme parks, treat yourself to a massage, or head to the sauna.

True to its safari theme, there's a nature path that snakes past chameleons, butterflies, and frogs.

The massive Wakoola Springs water park will keep the kids entertained while you relax on a plush lounge chair.

Located in ChampionsGate, this luxurious family resort is home to three golf course, several delicious restaurants, rooftop pools, and more.

Set on lake Cecile, you can take out a paddle boat and enjoy the water. There's also a spa onsite for a little pampering. You're close to Disney World and the Florida Everglades

The towering 3-story waterslide is the centerpiece of the main pool area. There's also an 18-hole mini golf course and tons of activities like Karaoke Night.

This Polynesian-themed resort features a fun water park – Liki Tiki Lagoon. It's just a quick 7-minute drive to Disney World.

This caribbean-themed boutique resort is one of the few non-Disney resorts located within the gates of the Disney World parks. You’re less than a mile from Animal Kingdom Park.

Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort is one of the few non-Disney resorts located inside the gates of Disney World. It’s an action-packed vacation palace that surrounds a gorgeous lake in the middle.

Surrounded by the emerald green fairways of Grande Pines Golf Club, Parc Corniche is a peaceful family resort right next to SeaWorld.

The Mediterranean architecture of this low-key resort graces the edge of a beautiful lake. Its townhome-style residences are much more mellow than the other larger resorts in the area. SeaWo...

Located just south of Disney World, this New Orleans-style resort evokes the architecture and festive atmosphere of the French Quarter. Lounge by the pool amid the lush palm gardens and head...

There's tons to do here, betweeen several pools, mini golf, a clubhouse stocked with games, and a huge lake where you can take out kayaks or zip around on a speed boat.

There are plenty of pools, one with a rock waterfall and another with a pirate ship playground. This fun family resort is styled like an Italian villa and close to Disney World.

You have the best of both worlds: a calm family retreat and access to great dining and a huge pool complex at one of Marriott’s biggest resorts next door.

This low-key resort has a calm, friendly pool and poolside bar, a nice place to hang out when not exploring nearby Universal Studios.

Lounge by the pool, play volleyball on the sandy courts, or challenge your kids to a round of mini golf.

Italian cypress line the gorgeous pool and Jacuzzi. Grab a drink at the Tiki Bar and relax after a long day at Disney, while the kids play.

It's right across the street from the most exciting new attractions in Orlando. The brand new Orlando Eye gives you a stunning view of the entire area.

You can kayak on the lake, play a round of golf, watch the little ones climb on the indoor jungle gym, and even see baby chics at the petting zoo.

Set in the exclusive golfing community of ChampionsGate, this resort is home to two-world class courses and the David Leadbetter Academy. You also have a spa and a great pool for the kids.

There's lots of dining, a day spa, and elegant pools with rock waterfalls. This luxury resort is also super close to Disney.

It’s one of the highest rated resorts in Orlando. Entering the gates, feels like you’ve stepped onto Southern estate, with Spanish moss and ponds, surrounded by a world-class golf course.

This action-packed resort features a deluxe waterpark with a long lazy river that twists through a tropical jungle, a 20-foot slide, and main pool with water volleyball.

You get your own calm pool, volleyball, and tennis, nestled within the larger Westgate Town Center – a mini-city unto itself.

Kids can play on the mini golf course or splash around in the calm winding pools. You can even lay back in the hammock for some much deserved rest.

You can walk across the street to SeaWorld. The resort is designed like an island village out of Bermuda, with gorgeous pools, restaurants, and a calming lake.

An enormous fountain pours out into the stunning main pool. This resort is designed like a village out of the famous lake region of Italy. Except you're in Orlando with Disney down the road.

This Kissimmee resort is great for golfers, couples and families looking for a great place to stay. Take advantage of the Kid’s Club, onsite golf course, 4 pools and distance to the major th...

Situated in one of the best locations in all of Orlando, this resort is a great home base to explore the large (and small) theme parks in the area.

Set along Lake Bryan, Grand Beach is just three miles from Disney World. There are plenty of kids pools, a mini golf course, volleyball, and gorgeous nature trails.

This hidden gem is located on the calmer west side of Disney World. You have a gorgeous family pool, fun pool bar, clubhouse, and movie theater screening family films every night.

With a huge pirate ship waterslide and fun pools for kids and adults, this resort makes for a nice family getaway near Disney World and a world-class outlet mall.