If You Aren't Staying at This Hotel Near Disney World in December, What Are You Doing?

The largest Marriott hotel in the WORLD is hosting something special this holiday season, and you’re going to want to check this out.

Orlando World Center Marriott Hotel

Orlando World Center Marriott is the largest Marriott hotel in the world, with over 2,000 guest rooms and suites. It boasts a water park (with seven water slides and a lazy river), another pool area, a spa, eight restaurants, an 18-hole golf course, and more. But this holiday season, there will be even more to explore here!

Orlando World Center Marriott is celebrating the holidays in grand style with its larger-than-ever 12 Days of Holiday Fun, taking place December 20th–31st. From the moment guests arrive, they’ll be greeted with carolers, dazzling décor, and an impressive oversized gingerbread house made from more than 5,000 handmade gingerbread bricks. The lobby transforms into a winter wonderland, immersing visitors in holiday cheer before they even step outside to explore the festive lineup of activities.

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A highlight of this year’s celebration is the all-new Holiday Village, where families can enjoy horse-drawn carriage and train rides, interactive booths, arts and crafts, seasonal character meet-and-greets, and indulgent holiday treats and drinks. The village offers something for everyone, whether you’re sipping on a festive beverage, taking photos with holiday favorites, or enjoying hands-on activities that spark creativity. It’s designed to bring guests together to make memories that last long after the holiday season ends.

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The evenings shine even brighter thanks to spectacular entertainment. Guests can look to the skies during the drone shows, where hundreds of drones create dazzling holiday-themed images above the resort. And on December 29 and New Year’s Eve, a fireworks extravaganza will light up the night, allowing guests to watch the celebration unfold from poolside lounge chairs or the comfort of their room balconies. Combined with holiday-themed poolside discos, trivia nights, dive-in movies at Falls Pool, and daily activities, the atmosphere is both lively and magical.

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Families looking for extra festive touches can also book in-room experiences. From December 21st–24th, the resort offers stocking and décor deliveries, which include filled stockings, a Christmas tree, and sparkling ornaments waiting in your guestroom. Guests can also enjoy special buffet meals at Latitude & Longitude, with Christmas Day brunch and New Year’s Eve dinner menus that showcase seasonal flavors in a family-friendly atmosphere.

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For those booking the 12 Days of Holiday Fun package, available December 24th–31st, perks include a $50 per night resort credit (with a two-night minimum stay), sweet treats, holiday mocktails, and complimentary train rides through the Holiday Village. With additional amenities like the River Falls Water Park, Hawk’s Landing Golf Club, and Baby Otter Swim School, Orlando World Center Marriott ensures a holiday getaway packed with relaxation, entertainment, and unforgettable holiday magic.

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