The Pools at Wyndham’s Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek (Photos and Review)

If you like to pool hop, look no further than the Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek. It offers five outdoor pools and two lazy rivers. Needless to say, it’s a substantial resort with an abundance of recreational amenities.

Below, we’ll preview pictures of the pools shared between the Wyndham Grand Orlando and Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek, a Wyndham vacation club. For reference, this vast property at Bonnet Creek comprises six stunning towers, a hotel, and Club Wyndham’s main building.

For reference, Wyndham Grand Orlando is the hotel portion of the resort. The remaining towers are timeshare condos that are part of the vacation club. Before this stay, I was unaware of the resort’s size. We arrived after 10:00 p.m. for check-in and were surprised to find such a sprawling resort before us the following day. As hotel guests, we received a wristband that allowed us access to each pool area and other recreational amenities.

Given the vast size of the pool areas, I couldn’t adequately cover them in our review of the Wyndham Grand Orlando at Bonnet Creek. So, I put this article together for anyone interested in spending time at the pools during their vacation. We’ll start by looking at each of the resort’s five pools. Our journey begins at the Wyndham Grand Orlando Hotel. We’ll move counterclockwise around the resort, as indicated by the image below.

Related: Map of Wyndham Grand Orlando Bonnet Creek

The first pool is the Oasis Pool, which sits directly behind the hotel. Here is a view of the pool from our hotel room.

This pool is called the Oasis Pool, and Tesoro Cove sits directly behind it. It has a zero-entry area on one side of the pool. Additionally, there is a peninsula that floats over the pool area. I found this area sublime for a place to lounge in the sunshine.

Two private whirlpool spas are positioned around the pool area. The Back Bay Pool Bar & Grill provides poolside dining.

We’ll visit Tower Six next, which is home to the Pirate Ship Pool. This specific pool area has more shade than most of the other pools and a pretty cool waterslide.

The waterslide is separate from the pool area and has a 48″ height requirement.

Below is a picture of where the slide exits. I thought this was pretty neat, considering anyone can stand at the bottom and wait for their child to exit. However, most children who meet the 48″ height requirement probably won’t need someone waiting for them at the bottom.

The pirate ship is known as the Tribulation. It sits adjacent to the pool.

Moving on to tower five, we will run into the first of two lazy rivers at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek. The lazy river begins in a shallow pool area.

Guests can grab an inner tube and enjoy a voyage down the lazy river.

It’s another beautifully landscaped area with a decent amount of shade. The lazy river winds around before eventually circling back to the same pool area.

The pool at Tower Four sits on the opposite side of the lazy river. It’s a pleasant area but pretty standard compared to the surrounding pools. However, a quieter pool might be the perfect reprieve on a crowded day. The Escudos Bar is near this pool area if you need snacks or a beverage.

After leaving the fourth tower, we’ll cross the Boardwalk around Bonnet Bay, which sits on the far side of the lake from the hotel.

Our next pool is located at Club Wyndham’s Vacation Club building, the Puerto DeLeon. This is where we find the resort’s second lazy river and the La Cantina Grille.

The Puerto DeLeon is the largest stand-alone pool at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort.

You’ll find the entrance to the lazy river on the far right side of the pool.

Like the rest of the resort, it’s a beautiful area.

Plenty of lounge chairs are placed around different portions of the lazy river.

On the left side of the pool, you’ll find a large splash pad with a water play area. This pool area at the Wyndham offered the largest variety. It might be a good spot if you’re vacationing with several different age groups.

After leaving the main building, we’ll continue toward Tower Three. We’ll pass Towers One and Two on the way. Neither of those towers has a pool. They do, however, have a playground, shuffleboard court, cornhole, and mini-golf course between them.

Club Wyndham’s Tower Three has a small pool with a twisting waterslide, which is not as daunting as the one at the Pirate Ship Pool. Additionally, this pool area is geared toward smaller children and offers a kiddie pool.

We’ve made it back to the Oasis Pool at the Wyndham Grand Orlando Hotel. Now, the tricky part is deciding which pool to visit on vacation. Here are a few other frequently asked questions about the pools.

Wyndham Bonnet Creek Pools FAQs

• What are the pool hours? Pool hours at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek pools are between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.; they may be extended in the hotter months. Upon arrival, the resort will provide you with a handout covering the pool rules and hours.

• Are the pools heated? Yes, the pools and lazy river are heated to 82° degrees, which is standard at most resorts in the Orlando area.

• Are towels provided at Wyndham Bonnet Creek? Hotel guests wearing wristbands can pick up towels at the Oasis pool. You must wear a wristband to receive towels. The hotel will provide you with a wristband at check-in.

• Are cabana rentals available? Yes, they are available at an extra cost to guests on a first-come, first-served basis.

Below is a photo of the cabanas near the Pirate Ship Pool. I thought these looked pretty cool.

While we didn’t do a cabana rental at Bonnet Creek, we have tried one at Disney’s Beach Club. It was a fun experience and something I would consider again for a special occasion.

Related: Cabanas Rentals at Disney World

A Little More About Wyndham Grand Orlando Bonnet Creek

Where is Wyndham Grand Orlando Bonnet Creek? This hotel is located near the Walt Disney World Resort. It sits off Buena Vista Drive between Disney’s Riviera Resort and Disney Springs. Here are the two addresses for the hotel and Club Wyndham.

• Hotel Address: 14651 Chelonia Pkwy. Orlando, FL 32821
• Club Wyndham Address: 9560 Via Encinas Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

What other resort amenities are available? Wyndham Grand Orlando has a state-of-the-art fitness center on the lower level of the hotel, adjacent to the full-service Blue Harmony Spa. Additional fitness centers are available in select towers throughout the resort. A game room and outdoor game tables, such as ping pong and billiards, are also spread out over the resort’s grounds.

Overall, the pools at Wyndham Bonnet Creek exceeded my expectations. This is one of the best off-property resorts we’ve stayed at in the area. You’ll want to make sure to plan a day or several afternoons at the resort during your visit. With the amenities offered, the resort can be considered an entertainment complex itself. We even rank it on our list of the Best Off-Site Disney World Hotels.

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