Four Seasons Resort Orlando Named #1 Hotel in Orlando by U.S. News & World Report for Third Year in a Row

Hi everyone!

The luxurious Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort has been named the #1 hotel in “Best Hotels in Orlando” by U.S. News & World Report for the third year in a row – and that is as long as the resort has been open (almost three years already!). We’ve written so many articles on the Four Seasons Orlando, but some of my personal favorite aspects of the resort are the low number of rooms that makes it seem never too busy; the lazy river, adult pool and other recreational options; the restaurants – each of them serving a unique menu; and being close to the parks but not always feeling so close. It’s a relaxing resort, one which offers so much outdoor seating – including at all the restaurant locations – and the Four Seasons even has a fun Disney character breakfast several days per week. It always feels like a mini-vacation when we stop by, even if just for a quick bite to eat.

Here is the press release from the Four Seasons!

Four Seasons Resort Orlando, photo provided by the Four Seasons

U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognised publisher of consumer advice and information, recognised Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort as the #1 hotel in the category of Best Hotels in Orlando – Walt Disney World in its annual evaluation of hotels that offer high-quality amenities and exceptional experiences. This is the third year Four Seasons Resort Orlando has received the top ranking.

“We are extremely honoured to be named the #1 hotel within the category of Best Hotels in Orlando,” says Thomas Steinhauer, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Orlando. “The award is a testament to our incredible team of dedicated hospitality professionals that truly make all the difference.”

Four Seasons Resort Orlando also remains the first and only property within Central Florida to hold the coveted AAA Five Diamond Award.

Guests of Four Seasons Resort Orlando enjoy complimentary transportation in a Four Seasons motor coach to Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In addition to enjoying all the nearby Disney attractions, a highlight of Four Seasons Resort Orlando is the five-acre (two hectare) Explorer Island water park, including a winding lazy river complete with a rapids section, two water slides, an interactive splash zone with water cannons, and much more.  The Kids For All Seasons program offers organised activities for children ages 4-12, and is complimentary.  Adults will enjoy the adult-only pool, 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed Tranquilo Golf Club, and The Spa at Four Seasons. Recreational pursuits for guests of all ages are sure to provide ample entertainment.

Explorer Island Water Park, photo provided by the Four Seasons

The Best Hotels methodology combines a hotel’s industry accolades with expert and guest reviews and hotel class ratings. U.S. News scored luxury hotels, identifying the top 10 percent in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean with Gold badges and the top 30 percent within specific markets with Silver badges. The rankings feature more than 2,500 hotels across the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

“The award-winning hotels on the U.S. News Best Hotels rankings meet the standards of both everyday travellers and industry experts in offering exceptional customer service and luxury amenities,” said Erin Shields, travel editor at U.S. News.