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Location.
The stately Ritz-Carlton Orlando rests on a 500-acre oasis embedded with lush tropical gardens and Shingle Creek, the headwaters to the Florida Everglades. The resort is 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from SeaWorld, within 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) of the Orange County Convention Center, and 7 miles (11.2 kilometers) from Universal Orlando and Mall at Millennia. Complimentary scheduled transportation is provided to Sea World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Walt Disney World Resort. Orlando International Airport is 10 miles (16 kilometers) away.

Hotel Features.
Beveled ceilings, thriving plants, large easy chairs, and regal columns greet guests as they enter the hotel lobby. Guests are treated to a Greg Norman-designed 18-hole championship golf course, 3 lighted tennis courts, a fitness center, jogging trails, and a life-size chess board. Large fish fountains send a steady stream of water into the outdoor heated pool, which is accented by blue-and-white striped lounge chairs. Take in the scenery by taking a kayak Eco Tour offered onsite. Guests can relax in the spa tub or float along the lazy river. The 40,000-square-foot (3,716-square-meter) spa features a range of massages and signature citrus treatments, including the Tuscan Citrus Cure. Vitale, the spa café, features smoothies and mouthwatering salads. Additional dining options include Norman's, which serves New World cuisine, a steakhouse, golf clubhouse restaurant, and poolside bar. Valet and self parking are available for a fee.

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando offers more than 147,000 square feet (13,657 square meters) of meeting space, including 3 ballrooms and outdoor function space. WiFi in common areas is free. For younger guests, the Ritz Kids program features activities including dive-in movie pool parties. This hotel welcomes small pets.

Guestrooms.
Luxurious 582 guestrooms offer bathrooms with double sinks and marble flooring, hand-painted Italian furnishings, private furnished balconies, and Asprey bathroom amenities. Daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service and evening turndown service are available. In-room safes, terrycloth bathrobes and slippers, televisions, and computer and fax connections are featured. Blond furnishings and understated décor create a sophisticated, soothing atmosphere.