Conrad Orlando at Evermore and Conrad Spa Orlando Earn Four-Star Honors in Forbes Travel Guide 2026 Star Awards.
Forbes Travel Guide has announced its 2026 Star Awards, and Conrad Orlando at Evermore, along with Conrad Spa Orlando, have both received new Four-Star ratings. The full list is now live on ForbesTravelGuide.com.
This is a big deal in the luxury travel world. Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system that focuses on luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and cruise ships. And earning four stars means the property delivers a consistently high-end guest experience.
At FantasyLandNews.com, we’ve personally stayed at the resort. We walked the property. We experienced the service. And honestly, it deserves this rating. If we could afford it, we’d vacation at the Conrad every time we visit Orlando.
A Luxury Retreat Next to the Parks
Located inside the Evermore Orlando Resort, the 433-room Conrad Orlando sits right next to Walt Disney World Resort and just minutes from Universal Orlando Resort. But once you’re on the property, it feels worlds away from the theme park crowds.
Guests have access to Evermore Bay, an eight-acre crystal-clear lagoon surrounded by 20 acres of white sand. Yes, in Orlando. It’s the only beach of its kind here, and seeing it in person is impressive.
The resort also features two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses, more than 65,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and standout dining options including Ceiba and Sophia’s Trattoria. Service throughout the property is polished but warm. Staff members are present without being overbearing. That balance is hard to get right, but they do.
A Spa That Feels Like a True Escape
Conrad Spa Orlando has also earned its own Four-Star rating. And it stands on its own.
Recently named one of the Top 100 Spas in the Americas for the second year in a row, the spa draws inspiration from Central Florida’s natural springs. The design feels calm and grounded. It doesn’t feel rushed or crowded.
The highlight is the private Water Garden. There’s a vitality pool with massage jets, hot and cold plunge pools, and outdoor relaxation spaces that actually feel quiet. Treatments include massages, mineral baths, body wraps, and Florida-inspired therapies. Guests can also book manicures, pedicures, hair and makeup services, yoga classes, spin, and guided sound meditation.
There are even Wellness Guest Rooms with direct access to the hydrotherapy area. These rooms focus on rest and recovery, with features designed to help guests sleep better and recharge after long park days.
“Forbes is widely recognized as one of the most respected names in the travel industry, and earning four stars is a milestone achievement for both our hotel and spa,” said General Manager Sean McCarron. “This designation reinforces Conrad Orlando as a true luxury oasis in the heart of one of the world’s most-visited destinations and reflects our team’s dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences.”
Amanda Frasier, President of Standards & Ratings for Forbes Travel Guide, added that this year’s winners set the standard for excellence in hospitality and represent the best in luxury travel across more than 95 countries.
The Bottom Line
Here’s the thing. Orlando has no shortage of hotels. But Conrad Orlando at Evermore feels different. It’s refined without feeling stiff. It’s close to the action, but far enough away to truly relax.
We’ve seen it for ourselves. The Four-Star rating fits.
To view the complete list of 2026 Star Award winners, visit Forbes Travel Guide.
