Although Orlando, Florida attracts a lot of visitors for the theme parks, after a few days of racking up 20,000 steps or more, you may be ready to get off your feet and relax. And there’s no better place to do that than in a lazy river. Fortunately, Orlando has plenty of luxury hotels with lazy rivers, where you can spend an entire day floating around with a cocktail in hand.
These are the best Orlando resorts with lazy rivers.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Located at Walt Disney World Resort, the Four Seasons Resort Orlando is for when you want a lazy river you can relax in during a mid-day theme park break or after walking around the park all day. The Four Seasons is home to Orlando’s most luxurious waterpark, a five-acre paradise with water slides, splash zones, a family pool, and an adults-only pool. There are unique features like underwater sound systems, and the resort hosts outdoor movie nights in the pool.
The lazy river is the crown jewel, landscaped with palm trees and lush fronds that create a tranquil escape.
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes Waterpark
The JW Marriott Orlando is part of the Grande Lakes Waterpark complex, which features one of Orlando’s best lazy rivers. The 670,000 gallon lazy river winds through the heart of the waterpark, passing by tropical greenery, waterfalls, and under bridges.
Enhance your lazy-river experience with perks like private cabanas, poolside food and beverage service, and shaded lounge spots. Because the Grande Lakes complex is so big, you can alternate lazy-river laps with spa breaks, golf tee times, or leisurely strolls between the JW and its sister properties.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Waterpark
The Ritz-Carlton at Grande Lakes taps into the same waterpark playground (including the lazy river) as the JW, but with a more luxurious vibe. The hotel has racked up plenty of accolades, including four stars from the Forbes Travel Guide, the Five Diamond award from AAA, and one Michelin Key.
Families and groups will especially appreciate the resort’s new three- and four-bedroom residences, stunning two-story retreat-style homes complete with private pools.
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center is home to Cypress Springs Water Park, a three-acre oasis with speed slides, a drop slide, kid-friendly slides, a surf simulator, a zero-entry pool, and more.
If a traditional lazy river feels too tame, Gaylord Palms Resort is your perfect match. Instead of a gentle float, the resort features an “action river,” where swift currents propel you along at about four feet per second. You’ll whiz through waterfalls, caves, and underneath shower features. If the action gets too much, there are alcoves along the river where you can pull over and relax.
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Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace
Hilton Orlando is a 4-star hotel in the Disney Springs area with an 892-foot tropical lazy river that winds through waterfalls, fountains and playful water features. The Disney-adjacent property offers a poolside private cabanas, and a splash-pad zone—plus direct access to Disney Springs via a convenient skybridge walkway.
When you’re ready to dry off, head to the hotel’s event lawn, where cornhole, ladder toss, and other classic yard games keep the fun going.
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
This sprawling Omni Orlando Resort is known for its impressive water facilities, including an 850-foot lazy river where tube riders can hit speeds ranging from 2 to 8 mph as they pass through tunnels, gentle rapids, and hidden canyons. If that’s not enough of a thrill, there’s a 125-foot corkscrew waterslide and Orlando’s only resort wave pool, which is massive at 7,338 square feet.
The resort itself is a full-service destination: golf courses, multiple pools (including one that’s adults-only), spacious rooms and a family-friendly atmosphere.
The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando
The Grove Resort’s Surfari Water Park includes a 695-foot lazy river that weaves through landscaping, spray tunnels, and gentle water features. There’s also a Flowrider Double Surf Simulator that lets two people surf simultaneously, so you can have a friendly competition as to who can stay up the longest.
Because the resort offers apartment-style suites, it’s ideal for large families or longer stays. The lazy river becomes a go-to between naps, meals, and downtime, making it one of the most practical upscale river experiences in Orlando.
Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
Signia by Hilton, an official Walt Disney World Hotel, features a lagoon-style pool complex anchored by a slow, scenic lazy river that winds through palm-lined paths and shaded lounge areas. The resort adjusts its pool temperatures seasonally, warming the water on cooler days and cooling it during Orlando’s hot, humid summers, so you’ll stay comfortable no matter when you float.
Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek
Set on 62 acres just minutes from Disney World, the Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort offers not one but two lazy rivers for endless floating. The property also features a scenic 10-acre lake with walking paths, five pools, miniature golf, and plenty of space to unwind. With scheduled shuttle service to the parks, getting back and forth couldn’t be easier.
