About:

Gaylord Palms Resort is a premier Central Florida wedding venue. Located in Kissimmee, Fla., just minutes from the area’s world-famous theme parks, the resort features one-of-a-kind event spaces and a dedicated team of wedding experts. Gaylord Palms can handle it all – from overall planning and dining to specialized spa packages and the ultimate in guest service. Gaylord Palms takes the worry out of the wedding planning process. Working side-by-side with the couple, Gaylord Palms specialists help create wedding memories that last a lifetime.

Services Offered:

Gaylord Palms Resort has an experienced team of wedding specialists to assist couples with every stage of the planning process. From vendor recommendations to hassle-free set-up and tear-down services, the team does not rest until each couple has everything they need for their special day. Catering packages of all sizes are available and managed in-house by the Gaylord Palms expert culinary team. The resort’s mixologists offer a wide array of creative beverages. Custom menus are available, including dishes for guests with special dietary needs. In addition, the resort’s luxurious spa creates special wedding packages with treatments and therapies designed just for the occasion, and a full menu of hair, nail and make-up services.

Accommodations:

Gaylord Palms Resort features 1,718 guest rooms and suites, with many available for block bookings. Ideal for destination weddings and guests traveling to the area, these well-appointed luxury rooms and suites are available with a variety of views – including rooms with balconies that overlook the resort’s 4.5-acre garden atrium. Guests staying at the resort also have access to Cypress Springs Water Park, a 3-acre water wonderland with two pools, seven waterslides, a children’s water playground, an action river attraction and private, poolside cabanas.

Location:

Conveniently located in Central Florida, Gaylord Palms Resort is just a few miles away from the area’s world-famous theme parks. In addition to the on-site fun and entertainment at the resort, guests can enjoy the Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld theme parks, as well as other local attractions. For golfers, Gaylord Palms is an official club partner for the Celebration Golf Club. Located minutes from the resort in the town of Celebration, Celebration Golf Club is the final course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Robert Trent Jones Jr. Featuring native trees and framed by the natural wetlands, the 18-hole course was designed to challenge every skill level.

Outdoor Lawns:

Outings under the sun or stars are always a big hit in the Sunshine State. Gaylord Palms features two expansive outdoor lawns, both centrally located so your guests can enjoy all the resort has to offer. Both areas can be tented and configured into an array of setups.

Surrounded by tall palm trees, Coquina Lawn has 9,000 square feet of artificial grass, with an additional 5,000 square feet available on the surrounding paved walkway area. Gently nestled between the hotel’s garden atrium and the convention center, this outdoor spot also features three fireplaces to provide a glow of ambiance and additional space for gatherings.

Mangrove Lawn opened in 2021 and is a prime choice for any special event. Named for the trees that thrive in Florida’s coastal areas, the multi-purpose tract features 10,000 square feet of artificial turf (13,000 square feet when including the lawn’s paved perimeter). Located just steps away from the excitement of Cypress Springs Water Park, Mangrove Lawn also features fireplaces that provide comfortable conversation spots on crisp Florida evenings.

Escambia Ballroom:

With dramatic, arch-shaped windows that overlook the scenic Florida landscape that surrounds Gaylord Palms, the 2,897-square-foot Escambia Room combines modern design with old-world style – featuring large, ring-shaped chandeliers and Edison-style bulbs. Attention to detail is can even be spotted in the room’s carpet, with an homage to Florida’s famous coastline. The carpet recalls a Florida seashore, as rich hues of sea foam green transition into tan and beach-inspired sandy brown near the entrance doors.

Sun & Coastal Ballrooms:

Two favorite ballrooms – the Sun Ballroom and the Coastal Ballroom – bring distinctive styles and functionality to your special event.

The Sun Ballroom has be easily divided to provide you the flexibility to create a great space for your reception. Your guests can mingle and enjoy cocktail hours in the pre-function area that overlooks the pool.

Equally as flexible is the Coastal Ballroom, which also can be divided to create endless space configurations for your guests. The custom-molded ceiling, modeled after an ornate dining room ceiling spotted by designers in a Palm Beach, Fla. estate, is fitted with state-of-the-art LED lighting that can be programmed to match the color of the fashion, flowers or other décor to create and accentuate your very own personal and seamless theme.