Review: Hyatt Regency Orlando
Location
The Hyatt Regency Orlando stretches along International Drive, connected directly to the Orange County Convention Center — the second largest in the country. The I-Drive corridor provides access to restaurants, entertainment, and the I-Ride Trolley. Theme parks are a short drive away, and Orlando International Airport is about 20 minutes east.
Phone: +1 407-284-1234
Address: 9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
The Property
With 1,641 rooms, the Hyatt Regency Orlando is a convention hotel on a grand scale. What sets it apart from many properties in this category is the surprisingly stylish design — the public spaces and rooms have a polished, contemporary feel that belies the building’s massive footprint. The pool area is resort-caliber, and the bar scene offers a lively social atmosphere in the evenings. The Pharmacopia bath amenities add a nice boutique touch.
Hyatt King Room
Rooms are clean, modern, and well-designed with quality bedding and contemporary furnishings. The double queen configuration works well for families visiting Orlando’s theme parks. The embedded TV in the bathroom mirror is a fun technology touch that kids particularly enjoy. Overall room quality exceeds expectations for a convention hotel.
Bathroom
Features the Pharmacopia amenity line and a clean, modern design with the notable bathroom mirror TV. Well-maintained and functional with quality fixtures.
Restaurants & Bars
Fiorenzo Italian Steakhouse
The signature restaurant offers quality steaks and Italian-American fare in an upscale setting. A reliable dinner option that saves the trip to I-Drive restaurants.
Bar & Lounge
The main bar area draws convention crowds and leisure travelers alike, creating a lively social scene. The space is well-designed and the cocktail program is competent.
Bottom Line
The Hyatt Regency Orlando is a convention hotel that punches above its weight class. The design quality, pool area, and amenities would be impressive in a boutique hotel — in a 1,641-room property, they’re remarkable. For convention attendees, the direct connection to the OCCC is unbeatable. For leisure travelers, the I-Drive location and Hyatt loyalty benefits make this a practical Orlando base. It’s not a theme park resort, but it’s one of the best large-format hotels in Orlando.
Value
Cash rates typically range from $150–350 per night. As a Category 4 property, award nights run 12,000–18,000 points.
At 15,000 points against a $225 cash rate, that’s approximately 1.50 cents per point — solid value approaching the 1.8 cpp sweet spot. During major conventions when cash rates spike, the points value can be exceptional.