What’s included and what costs extra at JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
The resort rate at JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes covers your room, access to the Grande Lakes Waterpark (pools, lazy river, zero-entry area and slides) and basic on-site amenities; mandatory daily resort fee, parking, enhanced internet, meals, spa treatments, golf, shuttle reservations and many activities are extra. Pet stays, cabanas, valet parking and some fitness/spa classes carry additional charges.
In this guide
- What the room rate includes
- Mandatory resort fee and common extras
- Dining: what's paid and what’s included
- Pools, waterpark and family activities — included vs extra
- Spa, fitness and golf — what's extra and age rules
- Transport, parking, pet policy and resort logistics
- Event spaces, meetings and weddings — what’s typically extra
What the room rate includes
Your nightly room charge covers the booked accommodation (for example Room, Room, Resort View, Presidential Suite, with Sofa bed, Balcony and other listed room types) and standard housekeeping and front-desk services.
Overnight guests can use the JW Marriott pool complex and lazy river, and have access to many public hotel areas included with the stay.
- Access to the Grande Lakes Waterpark pools and lazy river (main pool & lazy river hours listed below).
- Use of public resort grounds, walking paths and on-site event spaces (no entry fee unless a ticketed event).
- Basic in-room Wi‑Fi may be included for standard browsing (enhanced wired/wireless internet is available for a daily fee or free with certain Marriott Bonvoy elite levels).
| Included | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room and housekeeping | Covers the specific room type you book (Room, Deluxe Room, Family Suite, Executive Suite, Presidential Suite, etc.). |
| Access to pools & lazy river | Main pool & lazy river operate daily (typically 8:00 AM–10:00 PM). |
| Basic Wi‑Fi | Basic access may be complimentary; enhanced in-room internet usually costs extra. |
Mandatory resort fee and common extras
A daily mandatory resort fee applies to all rooms; third-party sources report amounts near the $60-per-night range depending on date and booking channel.
Many common on-site items are billed separately: enhanced internet, parking, spa services, golf, and specialty activities.
- Resort fee: mandatory (amount varies; reported around $59.63–$61.87 per night).
- Enhanced in-room wired/wireless internet: reported around $14.95/day (basic Wi‑Fi may be included).
- Parking: self-parking and valet are charged per day (reported ranges below).
| Service | Reported cost (varies by date/source) |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | $35–$42 per day (with in/out privileges) |
| Valet parking | $50–$58 per day (with in/out privileges) |
| Enhanced internet | $14.95 per day (approx.) |
Dining: what's paid and what’s included
The hotel is not an all-inclusive property: restaurants, bars and grab-and-go outlets charge separately for food and drinks. Buffet breakfast and à la carte meals are additional unless a rate explicitly includes breakfast (check your booking).
On-site venues include Primo (Italian), Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen (farm-to-table), Knife Burger (poolside casual), Citron (breakfast), EvrBar (lounge), Starbucks® and Café Bodega.
- Primo: dinner service (5:30 PM–10:00 PM) — billed per order; reservations available via phone/OpenTable.
- Citron: breakfast service (7:00 AM–11:00 AM) — buffet/à la carte breakfast is a paid amenity (buffet reported around $34 per person on some sources).
- Knife Burger: poolside lunch hours and swim-friendly dining (hours vary by day).
- Starbucks® and Café Bodega: grab-and-go items sold separately.
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Primo | Dinner — billed per order |
| Citron, An American Brasserie | Breakfast — billed per order (buffet is extra) |
| Knife Burger | Poolside lunch — billed per order |
Pools, waterpark and family activities — included vs extra
Access to the JW Marriott Grande Lakes Waterpark (connected pools, quarter‑mile heated lazy river, zero‑entry area, kids’ aqua course and slides) is included for overnight guests. Pool hours are typically 8:00 AM–10:00 PM, with waterslide hours and some kids’ programs on limited schedules.
Some extras at the pool complex can carry fees: private cabana rentals, food/drink orders, and certain supervised activities or classes require separate payment or reservation.
- Included: main pools, lazy river (reported quarter‑mile/670,000 gallons), zero‑entry area, general pool seating.
- Scheduled hours: main pool & lazy river 8:00 AM–10:00 PM; Headwaters Slide Tower slides roughly 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; Aqua kids' course Mon–Fri midday (reported 12:00 PM–4:00 PM).
- Extra: cabana rentals, private lessons or special supervised activities, food/drink from Knife Burger or pool servers.
| Pool feature | Included for guests? |
|---|---|
| Main pool & lazy river | Yes (guest access) |
| Waterslides | Included to use during operating hours |
| Cabanas | Available to rent for a fee |
Spa, fitness and golf — what's extra and age rules
The on-site full-service spa (The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes) and many treatments are extra; spa facility and spa pool use are restricted to guests 18 and older. Teen and child salon/treatment rules are specific and limited.
Fitness center access is available (24-hour fitness at the adjacent Ritz-Carlton) but some premium classes or specialized instruction may carry a fee. The on-site Greg Norman–designed golf course is a separate paid amenity.
- Spa hours: treatments typically Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 9:00 AM–7:00 PM (book treatments separately).
- Spa age rules: facility and spa pool for 18+; ages 16–17 may receive facials only with a parent/guardian present; ages 5–15 limited to salon services.
- Fitness center: 18+ use only; 16–17 require parent/guardian consent; classes such as Pilates or barre may carry fees.
- Golf: access to the 18‑hole Greg Norman course is available for a separate fee and tee-time booking.
| Service | Age policy / extra cost |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments & spa pool | 18+ for facility; treatments extra |
| Fitness classes | 18+ for general access; some classes cost extra |
| Golf | Paid; tee times and green fees apply |
Transport, parking, pet policy and resort logistics
The resort charges for parking (self and valet) and requires ID/payment at check-in. A shuttle/transfer service to major theme parks is offered but typically requires advance reservations and may have scheduled availability; verify with the hotel when you book.
Pets (dogs and cats) are permitted with limits and a fee; service animals are allowed without the pet-fee rules applying.
- Airport: Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the nearest major airport; the hotel sits roughly 10–11 miles away per property sources.
- Shuttle: complimentary/reserved shuttle service to SeaWorld, Walt Disney World and Universal is reported but requires reservations (check times and availability).
- Pet policy: up to two pets per room, 40-lb max per pet, pet fee applies (reported between $150–$250 per stay on some sources); pets may not be left unattended in rooms.
- Payment: major credit cards accepted; some sources say cash and debit card acceptance can be restricted—bring a major credit card for incidentals.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | Reported $35–$42/day |
| Valet parking | Reported $50–$58/day |
| Pet fee | Reported $150–$250 per stay (varies) |
Event spaces, meetings and weddings — what’s typically extra
Meeting rooms, ballrooms and outdoor event lawns are available for private booking and are priced separately from guest rooms. The resort lists numerous venues with capacities ranging from small boardrooms to ballrooms for thousands.
When booking an event, expect separate charges for room rental, food and beverage minimums, A/V, setup/breakdown, and outdoor permits where applicable.
- Major indoor venues include Mediterranean Ballroom, Coquina Ballroom and Palazzo Ballroom with capacities up to several thousand for large events.
- Whisper Creek Farm and multiple terraces/lawns are available for outdoor events; these spaces require separate event agreements.
- Typical extras: catering/banquet charges, A/V, event staffing, and rental of furniture or specialty items.
| Venue | Shown capacity (example) |
|---|---|
| Mediterranean Ballroom | Up to 3,248 (theatre) / 2,300 (banquet) |
| Whisper Creek Farm (event) | Outdoor receptions up to ~600 (varies by setup) |
| Valencia Terrace | Outdoor ceremonies up to 200 |
