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WYNDHAM ORLANDO RESORT INTERNATIONAL DRIVE COMPLETES
MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATION
Located in the Heart of a Revitalized International Drive, the Landmark Resort Reemerges With
Sophisticated New Guestrooms, Lobby and Meeting Spaces
Orlando, FL (Mar. 13, 2014) – As one of the first resorts to open on Orlando’s now rejuvenated
International Drive, Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive is once again helping to change the
face of Central Florida’s hospitality scene with the completion of a multi-million dollar renovation.
A distinctive departure from the expected in America’s most popular destination – where urban
sophistication combines with a verdant backdrop of gracious tropical gardens – the resort offers a newly
renovated lobby lounge, guestrooms and 25,000 square feet of newly constructed meeting space and
expansive outdoor venues for weddings and events. The completed hotel renovation complements an
expansive 100,000-square-feet retail and dining development, I-Shops, taking shape on International
Drive.
Beginning in 2012, the two-year renovation project at Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive
touched every aspect of the property, creating a completely re-imagined guest experience that
graciously balances the needs of both leisure and business guests in one cohesive environment.
Upon arrival, guests now pass under a grand porte-cochère before entering the fully remodeled lobby
outfitted in a chic, modernized palette by New York-based design firm Krause+Sawyer. Guests first gaze
upon a striking chandelier custom-created by Neidhardt Lighting and are then greeted by warm tones of
natural materials like wood, marble and tile that are juxtaposed by strong accents of black-and-white
stripes and cheerful patterns. Designed to seamlessly transition from indoor to outdoor spaces, the light
and airy lobby leads guests’ eyes to a connecting patio and beyond to the pool area.
An open, convivial lobby lounge offers ample seating areas with inviting touches such as an impressive
selection of lifestyle, travel and design books and easily accessible power outlets to plug-in to electronic
devices. A ‘user-friendly’ environment, the lobby longue offers a communal networking station where
guests can surf the Internet, print travel documents, enjoy their own devices or unwind. Guests are just
as likely to encounter a business traveler preparing for upcoming meetings as they are long-time friends
catching up over drinks at the sleek new lobby bar.
The 613 well-appointed guestrooms, laid out across several free-standing buildings on the resort’s
sprawling grounds, feature stylish contemporary décor that complements the lobby interior. Features
include bed and desk furnishings in warm wood tones, crisp white linens accented by bold shots of
poppy red and cool blue accessories, black-and-white area rugs and vivacious artwork. Each guestroom
has been updated with True Blue Spa bath products and technological upgrades such as 40-inch flatscreen TVs and MP3 docking stations.
Guest accommodations vary across 13 different configurations, including the popular Florida Fun Suite.
This distinctive family room concept speaks to both parents’ practicality and children’s imaginations,
with a special kid-friendly nook just off the main bedroom equipped with bunk beds, a bean bag chair
and their very own wall-mounted TV.
The hotel’s meeting space renovation includes a new 25,000 square-foot Ballroom, for a variety of
business functions, social events and conferences. Exterior renovations are near completion as well,
with new landscaping on the Grand Lawn – a highly sought-after wedding destination – and stylish new
furniture on the decks of the resort’s heated outdoor swimming pools. Additional upgrades are set to
take place throughout 2014. Cooper’s Hawk Winery, a new full-service restaurant offering modern
casual dining and handcrafted wines, is scheduled to open by the fall.
International Drive’s exciting redevelopment will culminate in a new $200 million entertainment
complex just south of the Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive. The complex includes
restaurants, clubs, shops and three thrilling attractions operated by Merlin Entertainments: the 400-foot
iconic observation wheel the Orlando Eye, SEA LIFE Aquarium and a Madame Tussauds wax attraction.
Restaurants will open beginning in spring of 2014 with the main opening of the complex scheduled for
spring of 2015.
To celebrate the completed renovation, guests of Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive who are
Wyndham Rewards® loyalty members can earn exclusive Wyndham Rewards bonus points for stays
booked and completed by May 14, 2014. Wyndham Rewards, the free-to-join guest loyalty program of
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts and parent company Wyndham Hotel Group, is the world’s largest lodging
loyalty program as measured by number of participating hotels and the only program to offer members
guaranteed rewards after just one qualified stay. Travelers can learn more and sign up for the program
at www.wyndhamrewards.com.
Members who visit participating Wyndham Hotels and Resorts properties will receive 5,000 Wyndham
Rewards points for stays during this period when they register for the promotion, with an additional
2,500 bonus points awarded to those staying at Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive. To take
advantage of this exclusive offer, members should use rate code BPRNR5. Terms and conditions are
available by visiting the Wyndham Rewards website. For more information on Wyndham Orlando
Resort International Drive or to make a reservation, please visit the website or call (407) 351-2420.
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About Wyndham Hotels and Resorts
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, part of Wyndham Hotel Group and a subsidiary of Wyndham Worldwide
Corporation (NYSE: WYN), offers upscale hotel and resort accommodation throughout the United States, Canada,
Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East and China. All Wyndham® hotels are
either franchised by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC or managed by Wyndham Hotel Management, Inc., or one
of its affiliates. Additional information and reservations for all Wyndham hotels are available by visiting
www.wyndham.com.