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Westgate River Ranch

2.0 of 5
3200 River Ranch Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33867
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Westgate River Ranch
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Lakeland, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Room was very out dated smelled like mold couldn't breath my whole stay. I called the front desk spoke with Jodi She was a real b**ch and she's the supervisor. She offered to move me and so we moved the new room was worse. The Front desk unfriendly my shoe could smile more then them. Activities were nice and pricey.... More

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WestgateGuestRels, Guest Relations Manager at Westgate River Ranch, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Thank you for sharing your experience. We apologize that the rooms you received were not to your satisfaction. Currently we are doing a comprehensive renovation of the resort units, and they are being rolled out building by building. Thank you for also bring to our attention a lack of customer service at the front desk. We hope you had a... More

Orlando, Florida
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

we recently went to the ranch over a weekend. When the reservation was booked I specifically asked for a bottom floor that would accommodate a puppy. When we checked in they informed me that there were no bottom floors available and put us on a second floor (room 237). THe room was extremely outdated, there were cigarette burns on the... More

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WestgateGuestRels, Guest Relations Manager at Westgate River Ranch, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Thank you for your review of Westgate River Ranch Resort. We do apologize that you were not able to get the room you wanted-we take requests for room placement, but can not always grant them, depending on occupancy. We are doing comprehensive renovations at River Ranch, but it sounds like you did not get one of those units. We regularly... More

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Such a nice place, grounds are clean and very well kept. Activities were great for families - we have 14 year old and 11 year old and both were entertained. We did horseback riding, rodeo and hayride. Would love to go back!

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WestgateGuestRels, Guest Relations Manager at Westgate River Ranch, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Thank you for reviewing Westgate River Ranch Resort. It pleases us to hear that you found it nice, clean & well kept. We do offer many activities for families, as you mentioned, from the hay rides to the horseback rides to the weekend rodeo. We even offer swamp buggy rides! Thank you again for visiting, and we look forward to... More

Sarasota, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

It's fun to see the city slickers wobbling around in western boots and hats. During our visit, there were two large groups but the place is so big that you don't feel crowded. There are plenty of activities located all over the ranch including a bare bones golf course adjacent to a pasture of buffalos. The staff is friendly and... More

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Highland, Utah
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

We stayed 2 nights in one of the cabins and it was FABULOUS. My kids refused to even call it a cabin...they said, "it's too nice to call it a cabin." The rooms and bathrooms were clean, huge and well maintained. And as an added bonus, they allow DOGS! We loved it. It has PLENTY to keep kids busy and... More

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Key West, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

My 11-year-old daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at Westgate River Ranch. Bought the "Adventure Package" on their website. The price was great -- especially considering the number of activities included in the package. Our Inn Room smelled a little funky when we first opened the door (after all, the property is a working ranch -- near Kissimmee River... More

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Hollywood, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

I was so grossed out by my room that it is hard for me to focus on anything else ... but I'll try. This place is out in the middle of nowhere, which can be nice as long as you are prepared. We were 30 mins away when we thought it was time to stop at a grocery store, but... More

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Miami, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

My husband and I just returned from 4 nights at the Westgate River Ranch. We stayed in a one bedroom villa. The pictures on the website are exactly what the villa looked like. It was spotlessly clean, with a very well appointed kitchen and plenty of towels and linens. We had a herd of buffalo grazing right outside our door... More

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WestgateGuestRels, General Manager at Westgate River Ranch, responded to this review
April 30, 2013

Thank you for your review of Westgate River Ranch. We strive to provide an excellent vacation experience for all of our guests and we apologize that we fell short when it comes to service. We will certainly share your review with our staff so that they may better serve guests in the future. We would love for you to give... More

Brooklyn, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

We just got back yesterday from West Gate River Ranch we got to the ranch at about 12 noon checked in, an hour on line very SLOW front desk We had two rooms one in the inn and 1 studio cabin. The inn room was ready but was told to check back for the cabin We ate in the only... More

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WestgateGuestRels, General Manager at Westgate River Ranch, responded to this review
April 30, 2013

Thank you for your review of Westgate River Ranch. We strive to provide an excellent vacation experience for all of our guests and we apologize that we fell short when it comes to service. We will certainly share your review with our staff so that they may better serve guests in the future. We would love for you to give... More

Port St Lucie, FL
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

We spent the past weekend camping at River Ranch. We took our RV and booked a site through the River Ranch RV owners Association. Our site was in phase 3. It was a beautiful shady lot and it had a deck, swing, fire pit and paved slab. It also had a table and chairs. The bath house was older but... More

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WestgateGuestRels, General Manager at Westgate River Ranch, responded to this review
April 30, 2013

Thank you for you review of Westgate River Ranch. Although River Ranch RV is not owned by Westgate Resorts we are certainly pleased that you enjoyed your stay in their park and that you enjoyed some of the many activities Westgate River Ranch has to offer such as our airboat rides and our rodeo.We look forward to serving you again... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Westgate River Ranch Hotel
Westgate River Ranch Hotel Lake Wales
Westgate River Hotel
Hotel Westgate River
Address: 3200 River Ranch Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33867
Region: United States > Florida > Central Florida > Lake Wales
Amenities:
Fitness Center Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 9 hotels in Lake Wales
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Nestled on 1,700 beautiful acres in Central Florida and just an hour from Orlando, Westgate River Ranch provides fun and adventure for the entire family! The perfect backdrop for your vacation getaway, Westgate River Ranch boasts Western-themed accommodations, an abundance of recreational activities, and unique opportunities for families and friends to spend quality time with each other. The wide range of recreational activities at Westgate River Ranch include horseback riding, nature hikes, fishing, swimming, boating, airboat and swamp buggy rides, trap and skeet shooting, hayrides, cookouts, a petting farm and more! ... more   less 
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