The breezy Florida fall will soon be behind us, so it’s a perfect time to start planning outdoor activities and sun-soaking. For all the landlocked Orlandoans who want to splash around in water under the Central Florida sun, here are 25 Orlando hotels and resorts offering pool day passes for locals.
Starting as low as $10 for a day, according to ResortPass.com, locals can enjoy a day at some of the city’s best swimming pools, lazy rivers and mini water parks.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
4012 Central Florida Parkway, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $45
This resort’s ample poolside seating, waterfall and chill atmosphere whisks its guests away from the hustle of Orlando. The pool doesn’t close until 11 p.m., so it’s the ideal spot for a daycation on the water. Food and beverages are available for purchase from Knife Burger until 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Credit: Photo via the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes/Facebook
Soak up some sun with a hotel pool day pass
Multiple locationsThere’s plenty of local resorts and hotels offering pool day passes for locals to get some splashing in. At the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, for one, there’s a wave pool, a family pool with a 125-foot waterslide, an adults-only pool and an 850-foot lazy river. After a dip in the pool and a game of mini golf, guests can grab some food from one of 10 unique restaurants nearby. Credit: Photo via Omni Orlando Resort/Facebook
Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Parkway, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $35
Hilton Orlando has a main resort pool that features a large zero-entry swimming pool, a winding waterslide, a whirlpool, an 892-foot lazy river with complimentary tubes, and a 10,000-square-foot pool deck for lounging. There’s also an adult area that offers private cabana rentals with an upgrade of $350. For kids, there’s a splash pad, waterfalls and water cannons. Credit: Photo via Hilton Orlando/Facebook
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
6677 Sea Harbor Drive, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $25
Renaissance Orlando is just a walk away from SeaWorld and Aquatica. Visitors can lounge poolside with a tropical drink from the Palms Pool Bar, while kiddos splash around at the R Aqua Zone water park complete with water slides, water jets, splash pad, a toddler play area and more. Credit: Photo via Renaissance Orlando/Facebook
Waldorf Astoria Orlando
14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $70
Spend a day at this resort with total luxury. For water-based relaxation, there’s a zero-entry pool and lazy river. A day pass will offer complimentary activities such as mini golf, ping-pong, cornhole and Connect 4. Waldorf Astoria Orlando offers cabanas to get away from the sun starting at $400. Credit: Photo via Waldorf Astoria Orlando/Facebook
Hyatt Regency Orlando
9801 International Drive, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $25
This award-winning resort is only minutes away from the Orlando International Airport and the major theme parks. With two pools and a waterfall, Hyatt Regency Orlando is the ultimate convenient getaway. Enjoy some refreshing cocktails or make a splash on the 100-foot slide. Complimentary self-parking and towel service are included in a day pass. Credit: Photo via Hyatt Regency Orlando/Facebook
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
4040 Central Florida Parkway, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $79
JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes covers 500 acres and is home to a lazy river, waterslides and endless fun in Splash Cove. Grab a lounge chair (they’re first come, first serve) and after swimming dive into superlative burgers, fries and shakes at Knife Burger. Credit: Photo via JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes/Facebook
Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort
12205 S. Apopka Vineland Road, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $20
Spend a day of fun with family or friends at the Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort, which features two pools, two hot tubs and a waterslide. Adults can soak up the sun in the lounge chairs while kids splash, play and slide. There’s also patio seating with fire pits and outdoor games. Credit: Photo via Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort/Facebook
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
1 Grand Cypress Boulevard, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $40
Get away from the Florida heat at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. Located right next to Walt Disney World on 1,500 acres, this private resort offers large swimming pools with 12 waterfalls, a waterslide tower and a water jet splash zone. Enjoy the white sand beach on Lake Windsong and rent a boat for water sports. Credit: Photo via Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress/Facebook
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
10100 International Drive, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $25
This 28-acre resort is just minutes away from some of Orlando’s biggest attractions. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld has two swimming pools, a hot tub, mini golf, giant checkers and table tennis. For an exclusive experience, relax in a private cabana with up to four people starting at $150. Credit: Photo via DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld/Facebook
Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $45
Jump right into Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, a Walt Disney World Resort. This resort is located on a peaceful 482-acre nature preserve. Everything is family-friendly: lazy river, heated pool, two hot tubs and waterslide. Credit: Photo via Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek/Facebook
Melia Orlando Celebration
225 Celebration Place, CelebrationPrice: Starts at $20
Enjoy the 360-degree Vanishing Edge heated pool with a zero-entry point, and grab a cocktail to sip in the sun. Take a dip into the center island of the pool to pop into the hot tub. With the purchase of a day pass, guests receive complimentary wi-fi and self parking. Credit: Photo via Melia Orlando Celebration/Facebook
CoCo Key Hotel and Water Park Resort
7400 International Drive, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $30
This is the busiest time for waterparks in Orlando, so might as well take a cost-saving trip to Coco Key. This hotel has 14 water slides for guests to try and over 54,000 square feet to explore, plus a poolside restaurant to keep you fed. This day pass comes with free Wi-fi and access to a large arcade. Credit: Photo via CoCo Key Hotel and Water Park Resort/Facebook
Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection
8602 Universal Boulevard, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $20 Soak up the sun and take a dip like royalty at the Castle Hotel for as low as $10. This upscale boutique property boasts an outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center and more. Credit: Photo via Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection/Facebook
Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center Celebration
3011 Maingate Lane, KissimmeePrice: Starts at $20
Book a daycation and you might just end up with a near-perfect view of the nightly fireworks from Walt Disney World. During the day, you’ll have the option of hanging out in the pool, hot tub, fitness center or grabbing a bite at the H Street Grille. There is also a Topgolf Swing Suite upgrade for $35 where you and seven others can play golf for up to two hours (prices change depending how long you hang out in the suite). Credit: Photo via Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center Celebration/Facebook
B Resort and Spa
1905 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena VistaPrice: Starts at $35
This Disney Springs pool also offers a playground fit for both adults and kids, as well as plenty of food and drink options to offer its guests an ideal daycation in Orlando. Credit: Photo via B Resort and Spa/Facebook
Balmoral Resort Florida
124 Kenny Boulevard, Haines CityPrice: Starts at $25
Balmoral Resort offers plenty of family-friendly amenities and poolside activities. There’s putt-putt golf, an arcade and bar and grill in addition to the sprawling swimming pool and lounging areas. Credit: Photo via Balmoral Resort Florida/Facebook
Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites Waterpark
14500 Continental Gateway Drive, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $45
This family-friendly resort offers a massive pool and its own water park compete with slides, pool activities, fast-paced flumes and a kids’ play area. Credit: Photo via Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites Waterpark/Facebook
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
1200 Epcot Resorts Boulevard, Lake Buena VistaPrice: Starts at $35
The Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort offers six pools, waterfalls and waterslides all nestled in a tropical environment perfect for adults looking to relax and kiddos looking to splash around. Day pass-holders can enjoy dining and refreshing cocktails, and partake in some of the many family activities on offer. Credit: Photo via Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort/Facebook
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
2900 Parkway Boulevard, KissimmeePrice: Starts at $35
This resort offers pristine pools, and a waterslide, plus surrounding garden paths to fully immerse yourself in a tranquil experience starting at just $35 for a day pass. Credit: Photo via Delta Hotels by Marriott Orlando Celebration/Facebook
Element Orlando International Drive
5750 Central Florida Parkway, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $20
Element Orlando and its pool are located just minutes away from SeaWorld and tons of big-name restaurants. This hotel has an outdoor saltwater pool and a patio with a fire pit perfect for evening dips. Guests can also purchase a rental bike or seek out some food options on property with the WXYZ bar. Credit: Photo via Element Orlando/Facebook
Aloft Orlando International Drive
5730 Central Florida Parkway, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $20
With the $20 day pass purchase, guests get access to a saltwater pool, fitness center and even a grill and patio use (and yes, outside food is welcomed here). For a $75 work pass upgrade, you can “work from home” in style. This pass has all the same perks a day pass has, but you also get a private room from 8 a.m to 6 p.m. Credit: Photo via Aloft Orlando/Facebook
Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
9300 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard, OrlandoPrice: Starts at $25 Located inside the main terminal at MCO, Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport is a perfect spot for those on the go. The rooms are just an escalator ride away from airport security. Take a refreshing dip in the sun-splashed pool and watch planes take off. Credit: Photo via Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport/Facebook
