We recently stayed at Evermore Orlando Resort for a family trip and booked a Garden View Villa…read moreusing Hilton Honors points. As a family of three, it was an absolute game-changer. Having two full master bedrooms gave my wife and me tons of space, and our 15-year-old son loved having a proper, high-end bedroom to himself instead of a pullout couch. Points-wise, it was an incredible redemption. That said, if you're paying cash, bringing a larger group to split a flat or house would make the value even better. The location is extremely convenient--about 25 minutes from MCO airport, 16 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center, 15 minutes to Disney, and 23 minutes to Universal. Resort & Vibe: The resort hits you with a serious "wow" factor right when you drive through the front gates--it feels like stepping into a lush, tropical world. We arrived early in the morning well before check-in, but Allison at the front desk was so welcoming and did a great job accommodating us while we waited. The Lagoon & Food: The Evermore Bay lagoon was extraordinary, especially for our teenager. Between the watersports, rope swing, and waterslide (a total 10/10 according to my son), there was endless fun. It was our first time paddleboarding, and the staff made us feel right at ease. Food-wise, we didn't expect much from a resort food court, but we were blown away by the smash burgers and Ahi Tuna Poké bowls--they became our daily go-to items. Huge shoutout to Kimmy bartending at one of the outdoor mobile vans. She brought such a bright, bubbly, positive energy to our day, even while battling the Florida heat and wasps! The Golf Experience: As ~20 handicappers, both courses were immaculate and a fun challenge. However, customer service was a tale of two different worlds: Cypress Course: Beautiful layout (the Sawgrass #17 replica was awesome!). Our starter, Jimmy, was top-tier and gave us incredible island-style hospitality. Since we were playing in a foursome with my 82-year-old father, Jimmy thoughtfully suggested that if the faster group behind us caught up, we should let them play through so we could enjoy our family time without feeling rushed. Looking back, Jimmy was 100% right--we maintained a steady pace, and the group behind us never ended up pressing us anyway. Unfortunately, Jimmy's supervisor/boss approached us from the very start with a bad attitude. When we paused to let that group pass and I mentioned, "Well, Jimmy told us..." he cut me off with, "WELL I'M JIMMY'S BOSS!" and scolded us to keep up with the group ahead. On a family resort where people pay top dollar to make memories, his approach lacked basic customer service and tact. We had a similarly cold experience with the head pro shop manager (listed as "MBYERS" on our receipt). A little warmth goes a long way. Grand Links Course: We came back Sunday before our flight to play Links, and it was night-and-day! Before our round, I even went out of my way to swing by Cypress just to thank Jimmy again for his hospitality earlier in the week. Over at Grand Links, Vince and Caroline at the front desk set a fantastic tone, Braden had our bags dialed in, and Mike gave us a great course orientation. After the round, Caroline went above and beyond. I realized I lost my headcover, which turned out to be found by the group behind us. Caroline immediately radioed it in, located it, and without hesitation offered to fetch it. Since we were in a time crunch before our flight, she even met us at the food court with it. That proactive service did not go unnoticed! Final Verdict: Evermore is world-class when it comes to the lagoon, villas, and course conditions. I will definitely be back for the golf--hopefully next time, management on the golf side takes a page out of Caroline and Jimmy's book!

I was truly impressed with my stay at Evermore! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded my…read moreexpectations. First, the facilities were absolutely immaculate. My family stayed in the Bayview Flats, and there was more than enough space for our group of 11. Every room was beautifully designed, spotless, and incredibly comfortable. One thing I especially loved was that each bedroom had its own bathroom--a luxury I didn't realize I appreciated so much until this trip! The customer service was also outstanding. Booking online was simple and hassle-free, and when I reached out about the possibility of an early check-in and a late check-out, the team was able to accommodate both requests. Having that extra time made a huge difference for our group, and I really appreciated their flexibility and willingness to help. Overall, we had a fantastic experience, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. Next time, I plan to bring even more friends so they can enjoy everything Evermore has to offer!

We had a great experience at Banana leaf. I appreciate that this isn't your typical hotel. They…read moreprovided everything we needed without providing and charging us for things we didn't need. The rooms were clean and cozy. We loved the ping pong/pool table and outside chill area. My only complaint is the use of single use plastics and nobody recycles around here.

The rooms are nice. Paying for parking kind stinks but it is in the heart of downtown Orlando so…read morethat's expected. The view and the balcony of the bar that's also in the hotel is very nice though.

Great location walking distance to the Kia Center. The restaurant and main check in located on an…read moreupper level gave a great view and ambiance . Lower entrance had a coffee shop and seating to wait for a ride or your car. Paid parking only. Great for a quick weekend in downtown Orlando. The restaurant food and drinks were delicious. Indoor and outdoor seating.

I was invited to an art opening at the Oakland Manor House. I don't know if i was dazzled more by…read morethe beautiful art or by the incredibly beautiful restoration of the Oakland Manor house. The Manor house was built in 1921 as a guest house, back when Oakland was the place to be in Orange County. We had the pleasure of meeting one of the men who lovingly restored this house and he fave us a tour and told us the history. I would highly recommend this as a place to stay or a place to have a small event. It is absolutely gorgeous!

A quiet retreat near Lake Apopka in Oakland Fl. A place for tranquility, RN wellness Coaching,…read more consultations, meditation classes, yoga retreats, and more. Classes for The Artists Way by Julia Cameron. Monthly book club meetings and monthly nature walks featuring the Flora and Fauna of Central Florida. See Facebook and www.oaklandmanorhouse.com and livingwellrn.net. Bed and breakfast. 5 rooms available. Near West Orange Trail and Lake Apopka. .

I had such a great stay at SpringHill Suites in Orlando! The suite was super clean, very spacious,…read moreand just overall really comfortable. I loved how quiet it was too--perfect for actually being able to relax after a long day. Everything felt fresh, well-kept, and welcoming. Honestly, just a really good experience all around. I would definitely stay here again!

Great location lots of retail and restaurants available. Small marketplace and breakfast buffet is…read morea plus for this hotel. There is an additional parking fee at the time of my state construction was going on, but there is additional parking in the back. I had one minor issue, but spoke with management and they were more than helpful and all of the staff were professional and very helpful. The room cleanliness was great. I felt like it was clean and I also felt safe staying here. The amenities offered in the rooms were perfect. Plenty of space and the first time I saw a closet in a hotel room. Love the upgraded modern look to these rooms and I would stay here again and recommend for any traveler.

I stayed here for the weekend because a friend was getting married at the Club at Bella Collina and…read moremost of the guests were staying here. It's beautiful and well maintained, the staff are so very friendly and helpful. The pool was so nice, as were the screened in patios and balconies, and the plush robes were definitely appreciated. The condo was impeccably clean and elegant, it felt like being at home. One thing that I wish I'd known when booking: the condos are not on the Club grounds, they are down the road about half a mile. I didn't rent a car because on the website it looked as though the condos were part of the entire resort. Once I got there I realized it was separate and there are no options for food, etc or getting to the Club other than driving. My own fault for not renting a car, but I wanted to make sure others were aware. I would definitely stay here again if I'm in the area again, think I would make sure to text a car!

Our family booked a 3 BR 3 BA condo until to enjoy a staycation at Siena. We are locals, so we want…read moreto be close to the attractions without feeling like tourists, and Sienna offered us just that. We arrived to the quiet property, adjacent the gorgeous Bella Collina Country Club. Bella has long been one of our favorite destinations locally for golf and spa and especially our day dates, so when we heard a new option was available to stay on property we were very excited. We brought our kids along on the adventure. Our accommodations were luxurious and every detail was thoughtfully our together. We had a very roomy and comfortable condo unit, television in every room with cable and Apple TV access, as well as 3 full bathrooms. It was very convenient for a larger family or group getaway. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots and pans for cooking and we used them all weekend. I loved that each unit had a view of the lake and pool area. We went down on the first night and enjoyed the pool. We had no idea we would have a front row seat to the Disney fireworks, directly from our pool view. It was awesome. The kids enjoyed the nature. The property sits on a private lake and we got up early to watch the sunrise from our balcony each morning. It was spectacular. The facilities also included a gorgeous workout and fitness center. We were also very close to restaurants and shops, as well as close to Disney properties and theme parks. My husband and son folded and I enjoyed the spa. We ate at the restaurant at Bella Collina called the 19th Hole and it was delicious! The chef has amazing menu items for every palette. Everything was so fresh and the ambiance in the restaurant was so relaxed and comfortable. We literally felt like we were whisked away, out of Florida throughout our 2 day staycation. We highly recommend this property for family getaways, guys golf getaways, girls' weekend of pampering, couple's weekend or even family reunions or to provide a nice place to stay for parties and event guests at Bella Collina. We attend the New Year's eve celebrations at Bella annually, and now we are excited to be able to book a room and make it a night after the festivities end. We love it and will definitely be back!

My family and I were invited for a birthday party this weekend and we had a great time. I was very…read moreimpressed at the attention to detail that was put into this house. The dedication to bring to life every individual room was amazing. Yes, some of the decorations were worn but it's expected with time. The owners showed up right away when called to fix anything that was broken, not working right or anything we needed. They even delivered ice cream for the party. I would definitely recommend Sweet Escapes. We will return, will also like to check out the other Escapes. Overall, an amazing experience. Thanks Nicole for the invite.

What a phenomenal experience! The house is amazing but what made this so enjoyable was the staff…read moreand quick response when I contacted them during my stay. Alyssa was AMAZING! My twins enjoyed their "Sweet 14th Birthday Party" and our guest loved the estate. I will DEFINITELY book again, but probably Great Escape...lol We had a blessed weekend and we are so grateful for your business. Sincerely, Nicole "Brown Sugar" W.

I attended a wedding here recently. The ceremony was outside under a gazebo. The reception was…read moreoutside up under a white tent. It was a lovely wedding here. The bride and groom entrance to the reception was dramatic when the front outside of the building moved up like a garage door to reveal the dance floor area. There was a balcony area for the bride to do the bouquet toss.

Fyi- no breakfast is provided…read more We arrived at 8:30 pm and joined the hosts and the other guests in The Pub. He had a kegerator and provides guests with beer. It was fun to hangout and talk. His Great Dane was present. We got there after the goats were out away. Our yurt was clean and comfortable. You park next to it and have a golf cart to get around the property. We toured the man cave, cracker house, main house, and tree house. My favorites were the cracker house (felt like a historical museum) and the yurt. The tree house is basically the yurt, but elevated in a tree. We used the segways and electric bikes. Dan took some guests out in his plane. It's one person per trip and he leaves at 8am. You need to put in ur request ahead of time to ensure you get to go. The closed food is five minutes away at the Geneva General Store. The properties have a microwave, grill and fridge. Overall, it was a fun experience.