Sure, you could plan a road trip to one of Central Florida’s celebrated springs or other natural bodies of water. But sometimes a quick dip is where it’s at when you just want some fun in the sun. For all the landlocked Orlandoans who want to splash around this summer, here are 21 Orlando hotels and resorts offering pool day passes for locals.
Starting as low as $20 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, Orlando
Price: $79-$260
This resort’s bright pink chairs, 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 drink services are available until 1 p.m. A day pass purchase also includes free parking and Wi-Fi. Credit:Photo via The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes/FacebookOmni Orlando Resort
1500 Masters Blvd., Championsgate
Price: $50-$400
Splash around at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate. 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. Credit:Photo via Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate/FacebookHilton Orlando
6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando
Price: $29-$400
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 $399. For kids, there’s a splash pad, waterfalls and water cannons. Credit:Photo via Hilton Orlando/FacebookRenaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
6677 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando
Price: $25-$150
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld has poolside lounges, two hot tubs, water slides into the pool and a kids’ splash pad. This pool is open until midnight so its guests can enjoy late-night swims. Credit:Photo via Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld/FacebookWaldorf Astoria Orlando
14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando
Price: $70-$400
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 of $400. Credit:Photo via Waldorf Astoria Orlando/FacebookHyatt Regency Orlando
9801 International Drive, Orlando
Price: $30-$350
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/FacebookJW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando
Price: $79-$750
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/FacebookSheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort
12205 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando
Price: $20-$200
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/FacebookHyatt Regency Grand Cypress
One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando
Price: $40-$350
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/FacebookDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld
10100 International Drive, Orlando
Price: $15-$200
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 at an upgrade of $125. Credit:Photo via DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld/FacebookSignia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando
Price: $40-$450
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. Upgrade to a cabana for $450 with a group of 6 to get private getaway space. Credit:Photo via Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek/FacebookMelia Orlando Celebration
225 Celebration Place, Celebration
Price: $20-$99
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/FacebookHyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
9300 Jeff Fuqua Blvd., Orlando
Price: $189-$400
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/FacebookAloft Orlando International Drive
5730 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando
$20-$75
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 Marriot.comCoCo Key Hotel and Water Park Resort
7400 International Drive, Orlando
$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/FacebookCastle Hotel, Autograph Collection
8602 Universal Blvd., Orlando
$20-$85
Soak up the sun and take a dip like royalty at the Castle Hotel for as low as $20. This upscale boutique property boasts an outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center and more. Credit: Photo via Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection/FacebookWyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center Celebration
3011 Maingate Lane, Kissimmee
$20-$55
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/FacebookCaribe Royale Orlando
8101 World Center Drive, Orlando
$45-$125
With the purchase of a day pass here you’ll get discounted parking and access to the large resort-style pool and waterslide. And if you get lucky, there are some lounge chairs that sit below a cave with a view of a waterfall. Credit: Photo via Caribe Royale Orlando/FacebookB Resort and Spa
1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd., Lake Buena Vista
$20
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 & Spa/FacebookCrowne Plaza Orlando Lake Buena Vista
8686 Palm Parkway, Orlando
$20
For a $20 day pass, the Crowne Plaza Orlando Lake Buena Vista offers an outdoor pool, waterslide, waterfall, food and beverage service, and a fitness center. Credit: Photo via Crowne Plaza Orlando Lake Buena VistaElement Orlando International Drive
5750 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando
$20-$99
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 International Drive/Facebook