Orlando, FloridaKissimmee
Margaritaville Resort Orlando
Island-themed cottage resort
Kissimmee Orlando, Florida
Opened
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Resort Design SocialOutside the door
The house
MargaritavilleIsland-themed cottage resort
The resort channels Jimmy Buffett's tropical escapism into colorful Key West cottages, acoustic music, and easy poolside living.
What it’s good at
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Promenade at Sunset Walk sits just outside for dining and movies, alongside Island H2O Water Park.
The rooms
Rooms have oversized bathrooms and shaded porches that look past the lagoon pool toward open water.
The lagoon pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Turquoise loungers and private cabanas border the heated lagoon pools, which slope directly onto soft white sand.
The spa and gym
St. Somewhere Spa has a Himalayan salt room and steam facilities. Next door, the 24-hour gym is equipped for cardio and strength training.
Salty Rim Bar & Grill
This open-air poolside grill serves shrimp tacos and frozen margaritas, with live acoustic musicians playing in the afternoons.
At the table
Euphoria prepares coastal Florida seafood in an open show kitchen, and the lounge hosts live acoustic music most evenings.
How it began
The property opened in 2019 on the 300-acre site of Splendid China, a demolished 1990s theme park.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.