JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
Orlando, Florida
Across 500 acres of protected habitat at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes makes its natural setting central to the wellness experience.
Across 500 acres of protected habitat at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes makes its natural setting central to the wellness experience. Guests can kayak on the lakes, cycle the resort’s trails, join eco-tours, or try falconry and guided fishing excursions. The grounds also support on-site food production: Whisper Creek Farm grows ingredients used in resort restaurants, and Whisper Creek Farm: The Kitchen highlights locally sourced Florida produce. At Primo, chef Melissa Kelly’s Italian menu features organic ingredients, while Vitale Café serves lighter meals and juices.
Movement and recovery extend into the wider Grande Lakes wellness program, with yoga, Pilates, barre, boot camp, and HIIT classes. The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers treatments incorporating herbs from the resort’s organic garden, honey from its resident bees, and citrus from local orchards. Its 40,000-square-foot facilities include an adults-only lap pool, while whole-body cryotherapy provides another option for guests interested in recovery-focused treatments.
