Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

Productivity and pleasure go hand in hand at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida. Having completed the initial phase of a $65 million renovation last year, the 750-room venue—with 65,000 square feet of function space—means serious business, accommodating anything from a board meeting for 10 to a banquet for 1,800. At the same time, the 1,500-acre paradise offers enough recreational options to please every member of the group.

Functions at the facility enjoy the benefits of state-of-the-art technology, the support of a seasoned full-time staff, and convenience of a 24-hour business center. In-house catering provides the option of Personal Preference menus, allowing participants to select their own entrees. Guests may also select from any of nine dining options ranging from deli-style casual to gourmet seafood.

Room service allows guests to dine in the comfort and privacy of their own accommodations—the first to undergo the property's top-to-bottom restyling. The newly renovated guest rooms include signature Grand Beds, high thread-count linens, thoughtfully planned lighting, and flat-panel TVs. High-speed Internet access and daily newspaper delivery keep guests connected to the outside world.

An in-house destination management company can arrange memorable team-building opportunities for groups. Meeting attendees with families in tow appreciate spouse programs, Camp Hyatt for kids, and the half-acre pool, complete with waterfalls and waterslides. They also appreciate the convenience of nearby attractions such as SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando, and Walt Disney World.