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3.0 of 5
8651 Treasure Cay Lane, Orlando, FL 32836 (Central Business District)
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Hearst
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“Ideal for family trip to the parks!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013

Ideally located near all the parks. Huge suite with kitchenette including all amenities..dishwashing machine soap, paper towel, salt and pepper, coffee.....lots of towels and face cloths, even long pool towels...washer and dryer...big living room...screened patio...internet access on tv screen for minimal charge...free internet access in lobby...discount prices for the parks at the front desk. Adjoining suites communicate by a door. Super clean.. Only negative aspect was the weak water pressure in the shower.
Overall, very impressed by the size and the amenities....Would return anytime...

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Pecatonica, Illinois
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44 hotel reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
“Nothing but love for this place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2013

Honestly, I can’t think of any negatives except the wifi occasionally kicked me off and I had to log on again.
Check in was smooth even though it was before noon. The Concierge desk was helpful but not pushy. This was the second time there and we were looking forward to crashing for the 5 days. We were in or by the pool much of the week. Mornings from 8-10 the pools were deserted except for me swimming laps. The hot tub was sooo nice, hot and clean. As the sun came out hot the deck chairs started filling up but never had a problem finding a good place.
The rooms are well stocked with towels, toiletries, and all the kitchen equipment you might need. We never ate out that week. There are grills (gas and charcoal) down by the pool. I used the gas unit on two of the evenings. The beds are so cushy and the furniture comfortable that the relaxing came easily. I did not measure the TV in the livingroom but it was probably a 54".
I don’t give 5s easily, but I believe this place deserves it.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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diamondresorts, Manager at Grande Villas Resort, responded to this review
February 8, 2013
We’re delighted to read that you had a fantastic time at Grande Villas – thank you for your review! We hold our staff to a very high level of service, and we’re pleased to read that they were able to provide you with all the help you needed during your stay.

We hope you’ll get the opportunity to stay here again, and we look forward to being of service to you on your next visit!
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Buffalo, New York
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“Enjoyable Stay Just be Aware it is a Resort Property”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay here. The grounds include pool and hot tub, both of which are worth using, with a relaxing atmosphere and plenty of lounge space. It also has a mini-golf course which isn't bad considering its included in the price. There are plenty resorts in Orlando, but this one seems to earn that name, with these extras. Also, there is no additional resort fee, or parking fee, making a great value if you are fortunate enough to get this through Hotwire or similar sites.

Rooms are very spacious, with ample dishes, fridge, small oven and stove. Beds were comfortable, and the bathroom enormous. Most rooms also have balcony, which is very nice. The one BR was plenty of room for two people. We did find the placement of the toilet a bit odd - in a small sub-compartment of the bathroom.

It is important to note that it is a resort property so do not expect daily housekeeping (unless specifically requested), and some of the other perks provided by hotel properties. You bring your own trash out, clean the room when you are done, and account for all the items. This was really no big deal, and was well worth the trade-off to get a larger room. We were glad to prepare our own breakfast, and to be able to re-heat leftovers.

In summary, we'd be happy to stay here again.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Toronto
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17 reviews 17 reviews
12 hotel reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Great stay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2013

We arrived at 1pm and asked for a ground level unit facing the pool. It wasn't ready yet so we went to the pool for a swim. Half hour later they called us that it was ready.
The 2 bedroom unit was huge and very clean.There was a room with 2 small sailboat style beds for the kids and a large master with king bed and full bath with jacuzzi tub.There was a full kitchen with all the amenities. There was also a nice screened patio and living room with big flatscreen. The unit also had laundry machines and lots of storage closets.
The grounds themselves are very lush and green. There are several nice warm pools and jucuzzis. Theres a playground, mini golf and a clubhouse on site. Theres a store selling fast food and convenience items.
Every day by the Whale pool they had some kind of activity like bingo or water aerobics. There was an older crowd at this pool. One pool was shaped like a turtle and had a kiddie pool too. The sister property, Cypress Pointe had a volcano pool with water slides. You could use any of their facilities, just a couple minute walk away.
The location was very good. You were only a 5 minute drive to downtown disney and 10 to 15 minute drive to all the parks.
We definatley enjoyed our stay very much and will be heading back soon for March break, cant wait!

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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diamondresorts, Manager at Grande Villas Resort, responded to this review
January 28, 2013
Thank you for sharing your impressions following your stay at Grande Villas with your fellow travellers and our future guests! We are pleased to read that the standard of our resort has met, if not exceeded, your expectations and we are happy that you have found the resort facilities and entertainment attractive and varied. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
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New York City, NY
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“Hesitant couple pleasantly surprised with villa property”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

My husband and I needed a place to stay in Orlando in early January and were very pleased with the villa we were assigned.

We received a one-bedroom villa by only paying $45/day through Hotwire, but based on the amenities listed, we thought we were going to be assigned a nearby villa and were somewhat disappointed with the one we were given. We could possibly be wrong with it? We read the reviews and even though it had a solid 4 star rating through TripAdvisor, we were still somewhat speculative about it.

That all went through the window when we arrived. We got to Orlando after midnight on check-in day and only were greeted by the host on the front desk. Because we arrived late, we weren't given the timeshare pitch by the attendants on the adjacent side of the building. They did call early in the mornings, though (9AM). We ignored the calls as we figured they were calling to give us the pitch.

The one-bedroom villa itself probably shouldn't host more than 2-3 people as it is small, but very useful for a getaway. It has anything and everything you're going to need. Your home away from home. The one-bedroom villa has a mini version of the full kitchen in the bigger villas but was fully stocked with every utensil and china you'd need -- from plates of different sizes, silverware, ladles, a wine cork opener, a fruit peeler, pots and pans, cups, wine glasses, soap for the dishes, a coffee maker (with limited sugar, cream and coffee grinds available), toaster, paper towels, a microwave, an oven, and a stove-top hot plate.

Oh, and the kitchen has a mini television that you can watch while eating/cooking, just feet away from a bigger TV in the bedroom. The kitchen also has the only AC vent, which can be started by clicking up the light switch.

The bedroom is very comfortable. It has a king-sized bed which left my partner and I not wanting to get up in the morning, a telephone (which they charge you for using if you're not just using it to call the main desk/services -- more below) and an alarm clock. You can watch TV from your bed. The bedroom also has drawer space to put clothes away underneath the flatscreen TV set.

There is a tiny unlocked balcony that is connected to the bedroom that has two plastic chairs and a side table. We were facing the front entrance to our villa building so it wasn't much of a view, but sitting there in 80 degree weather in January when we're used to the NYC winter cold was excellent. The unlocked balcony thing isn't an issue as the balcony is isolated from the bottom up to the upstairs resort with a screen that prevents any bugs/flies from coming in and from you tipping over to your demise when you've had a drink or two more than you should have after a long day at meetings and at the parks. Don't even ask.

The bathroom is enormous and is connected only through the bedroom (the villa itself only has three rooms -- the kitchen, bedroom, and the bathroom). The bathroom has a double sink, a separate large bathtub and shower, and tucked in away in a tiny space within the confines of the large bathroom is a tiny thing they call the toilet. Good luck trying to move around in there if you're a bigger person (which we're not by any means, but was still tricky to move around in there).

The bathroom comes equipped with more than enough towels for two, pool towels, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, lotion, a couple of bars of soaps, and wet wipes to wipe your face. The bathroom area also has closet space with a safe (it does appear to need a key which wasn't provided in the villa, so we're not sure if it's for a cost) and a nicely spaced area to hang your clothes up in.

One thing we didn't like about the villa was that the lightbulbs used by the resort seem to be low energy and barely lit up the rooms in the dark. While we're all for conserving energy and going green, this was a slight issue at night. During the daytime this is not a problem as you have light shining in through the blinds. The smaller villas also don't have a dishwasher or washer/dryer. The latter is available for a cost in the resort buildings, though.

They do charge for internet, which is odd being that it's the year 2013. That should be standard by now. They charge $5/day or $20/week. While the WiFi signal is strong, we opted for using our iPhones as routers. Not only did we save some money by doing so (despite a likely weaker connection), but we heard their internet service is a mixed bag with it turning on and off constantly. Didn't want to risk it. They do have free internet service with a printer by the front desk if you don't really need to use it in your villa like we did.

You only receive housekeeping once a week if you stay longer than seven days. If you want housekeeping and you're staying less than a week, rates start at $18 for a light clean if you're in a smaller villa, up to $35 for a three-bedroom, and $45 for a full clean for a one-bedroom and up to $110 for a three-bedroom. No kidding.

If you want to exchange towels, that'll cost $8. We did receive "free" towels on our door handle in a bag a few days into our visit, however.

Want to make a local call? That'll cost $0.75/call.

Where they'll charge you, they will, but if you want a no frills place to stay in between the local attractions (just two minutes away from Disney World, 15mins from Universal), don't hesitate to stay here at all. They have a Publix (local grocery store) 10mins away, which we shopped at the day after checking in. This is a good idea if you're on a budget and want to save more money by cooking at the villa.

While the rooms themselves are not each within an indoor building, we noticed a LOT of security on tiny white scooter-like vehicles while we were on the resort, so they do take their security seriously on their large lot.

We only used the villa as our spot to crash and occasionally spend time at in between the parks and work, so we can't comment on the resort itself (pools, Jacuzzi, basketball/volleyball/tennis courts/BBQ grills, etc), but any doubts we had about the villa when we reserved were quickly erased when we arrived. I'm not sure if this is because we were lucky and we received a nice/recently remodeled room, or if all the other rooms are as nice, but we were impressed.

Don't hesitate staying here at all.

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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diamondresorts, Manager at Grande Villas Resort, responded to this review
February 4, 2013
Thank you for providing your thoughts about your recent stay here at Grande Villas Resort. We were extremely pleased to hear that our accommodations exceeded your expectations and that you would recommend our resort to future potential guests. Please be aware that wi-fi internet services are provided by a 3rd party company. We do not establish the rates for Wi-Fi, nor do we profit from these charges. As we have received a lot of feedback about these charges, we are currently in discussion with our Homeowner’s Association to see if these charges can be eliminated in the future for our guests. As we are primarily a Vacation Ownership property, housekeeping services are provided on a weekly basis. This information, along with additional services and amenities, is relayed to our 3rd party rental partners, so that they can advise their customers. Charges made from your room’s phone to outside lines are representative of the charges other resort’s of our stature usually charges to their guests. Our guest’s safety is one of our utmost concerns that we take very seriously, which is why you see a large presence of security staff on-site. Most of our rooms do resemble the one you stayed in. Those rooms that do not are in the process of being refurbished. Thank you again for your review and recommendation. We look forward to being able to accommodate you and your husband again in the near future. Your business with us is sincerely appreciated and we wish you the best on all your future travels.
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Address: 8651 Treasure Cay Lane, Orlando, FL 32836
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Region: United States > Florida > Central Florida > Orlando > Central Business District
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Fitness Center Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #9 of 16 Specialty lodging in Orlando
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Orlando and Grande VillasOrlando, Florida is the ultimate in destination spots for the entire family to enjoy. Grande Villas is the perfect setting for your family to relax and enjoy while traveling to Orlando. There's more than enough to see and do in Orlando, not to mention plenty to keep you entertained while just at the resorts. It is also the ideal location to unwind poolside, and let time slip by without doing a thing. Every one of Florida’s main attractions, including Walt Disney World® theme parks and SeaWorld®, are at your doorstep. Maybe your idea of getting the family out for a day includes shopping, and there is plenty of that. You'll find all you need at the nearby Florida Mall, or discover the best in savings from the numerous brand name, designer outlet malls circling the resort. Whether you want to visit Universal Studios or the nearby beaches, it is all within easy reach. Grande Villas Resort – Your Orlando HavensBe in the middle of all the action without feeling like you are. Find a way to kick back while still knowing you are amid all of the activities you could possibly want to enjoy while visiting the Orlando area. For starters, keep in mind the activity doesn’t end when you get back to your resort! With an outdoor swimming pool, water volcano and slide, children’s pools and playgrounds, you have plenty to choose from. Parents, you'll love the heated outdoor pool or hot tub, along with the BBQ area. It's like having your own summer pool party, without having to host it at your own home. If you want, you can make use of the fitness center or get some friendly, family competition going in the Games Room. Let the Concierge help you plan your outings within Orlando, or find out what's happening on-site with the Activities Department. Once you retreat to your cool, air-conditioned room, you can take in views from the terrace or soak in the whirlpool jet tub. ... more   less 
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