In May, Orlando once again claimed top spot as the country’s No. 1 meeting destination by Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events and hospitality provider, while Hilton Orlando always finds itself one of the top Orlando meeting hotels in the United States.
Here’s why.
This 1,424-room luxury property, set amidst 26 meticulously landscaped acres for the ultimate in group connectedness, provides a truly central location to the convention and tourism district as well as many of Orlando’s most wondrous and desirable visitor attractions, from Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort to Discovery Cove and Pointe Orlando. But Hilton Orlando delivers another critical event element: an open-air walkway that provides a direct connection to the south side of the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) for easy access to tradeshows and conventions.
Hilton Orlando is also walkable to International Drive’s sumptuous and diverse dining selections, with retail therapy galore and an eye-popping entertainment scene. Attendees won’t want to miss The Pointe or ICON Park, where they can climb aboard the legendary 400-foot Ferris Wheel, the Orlando Eye, to thrill in breathtaking views of the entire convention area.
Can there be more? Yes! Orlando International Airport is only a 13-mile transfer; SeaWorld is an easy two-mile jaunt; Walt Disney World is just seven miles away, and Universal’s new EPIC Universe (Hilton Orlando is a Universal Partner Hotel) is only a mile away.
Event professionals will appreciate a staggering 249,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space that offers simplicity to groups with complicated agendas. Planners will value the versatility of 42 meeting rooms, nine board rooms, three ballrooms and a pool deck for the ultimate opening night reception. Beneath the stars, the 50,000 square foot outdoor Promenade welcomes up to 3,000 attendees in four distinct areas: Grande Lawn, Fountain Plaza, Sky Terrace and Sun Garden. Meticulously planned function space, conveniently located on the lower and lobby levels, provides easy flow between sessions, catered events and breakouts. Breathtaking outdoor venues set the backdrop for memorable events for attendees to enjoy the Florida sunshine.
Haute Cuisine at Hilton
This extraordinary resort dishes up seven exclusive dining options, with a vast array of distinctive flavors to satisfy every taste.
New to the scene is Trabucco, an elegant coastal Italian restaurant inspired by the flavors of Italy. Try beef and veal meatballs, gourmet pizzas or Zuppa Di Pesce with lobster, clams, mussels and shrimp. The outdoor patio delivers stunning scenery and soft breezes while attendees sip house-made limoncello and robust Italian wine varietals, among other unique beverages.
TodoVos debuted as the hotel’s signature Mexican Cantina. Replete with tequila tastings, signature margaritas, mock-a-ritas, and more, TodoVos is sure to delight. Familiar favorites are on the menu like enchiladas, quesadillas and burritos, but there’s also specialties de la casa, including Steak Picado or Fresh Catch a la Veracruz with tomatoes, capers, olives and tomato rice.
For a casual night, visit FastBreak, Orlando’s quintessential sports bar, with every indoor seat delivering a view of the game on flat screen TVs. The outdoor biergarten pulls the perfect pint with a wide variety of chilled beers on tap.
Groups will savor award-winning catering from Hilton’s own banquet team of culinary professionals who will create customized group experiences to inspire creativity and energize attendees with handcrafted, healthy fare. Groups can start off with a morning sunrise breakfast on the Promenade, followed by nutritious snacks to carry them through to a power lunch or perhaps an enchanted evening reception under a starlit sky. Group menus are curated with fresh, locally inspired ingredients.
After a day of meetings and networking, rest and relaxation await from a dazzling selection of hotel amenities. From rejuvenation at eforea spa, or simply winding down the hotel’s renowned lazy river, Hilton Orlando is the answer to every planner’s call.
For more information contact Hilton Orlando Sales
407-313-4300
Sponsored by Visit Orlando
