Parkway Orlando resort pool and amenities aerial view

Resort Amenities for Big Fun Made Easy

Free theme park shuttle, 7 pools, 7 hot tubs, pickleball, sports courts, and more for maximum fun.

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Free Shuttle
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Pools
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Courts
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Arcade
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Fitness
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Trails
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Outdoor Fun
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Weekly Activities
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Playground

Vroom Vroom Shuttle to Theme Parks (and beyond)

Complimentary shuttle service so theme park days and local stops are hassle-free.

Vroom Vroom shuttle bus flying over a road with theme parks in the background
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Show up at the stop

In front of Building 1 on Parkway Blvd

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Arrive 10 minutes early

First-come, first-serve

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Board with ease

Show room key; no tickets

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Enjoy the ride

Air-conditioned comfort

Nonstop Service

Walt Disney World® (all four theme parks), Disney Springs®

Shuttle Service

Universal Studios Florida™, Universal Epic Universe®, SeaWorld® Orlando + Grocery Store, Pharmacy & local Restaurants.

Typical Schedule

Morning departures: 8:00–11:00 AM

Evening returns: 5:00–11:00 PM

Times vary by day and season.

The Vroom Vroom does not stop at other resorts so there’s no waiting.


ADA Accommodations: Available for manual and electric wheelchairs with 24 hours advance notice.

Children’s splash pad with water bucket dumps and colorful spray loops

Outdoor Heated Pools & Hot Tubs

Pool time makes for a great vacation. At Vacation Village at Parkway by Vacatia, choose from seven heated pools and hot tubs spread throughout the resort.

  • Pools7 heated outdoor pools
  • Hot tubs7 hot tubs (one by each pool)
  • Children's pools2 children's pools + splash pads
  • Pool hoursPool hours: 8 AM - 11 PM (Quiet Pool: 10 PM)
  • LocationPools near every building
  • TowelsPool towels available at each pool location

Sports Courts & Games

Challenge your friends and family to a game of pickleball or a friendly round of shuffleboard.

  • Pickleball
    Pickleball CourtsMultiple courts available for play
  • Shuffleboard
    ShuffleboardClassic outdoor fun for all ages
  • Volleyball
    Volleyball CourtSand court for friendly games
  • Basketball
    Basketball HoopShoot hoops in the sunshine
  • Lawn games
    Horseshoe Pit & Cornhole BoardsTraditional lawn game fun
Aerial view of blue and orange pickleball courts with seating

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Arcade room with claw machines, Nerf shooters, and prize games

Arcade, Movie Theatre & Activity Center

Indoor entertainment for all ages, rain or shine.

  • Arcade
    ArcadeBuilding 20, 2nd floor left of the elevator. Open 24 hours
  • Activity Center
    Activity CenterAcross the parking lot from Registration Building (20). Adult accompaniment is required.
  • Movie Theatre
    Movie TheatreEntertainment for the whole family.

3 Fitness Centers

Three fully-equipped fitness centers with cardio and strength training equipment to maintain your workout routine. Open daily 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. Outdoor fitness area is also available in front of buildings 16 & 17.

Fitness center with treadmills, recumbent bike, and TV screens

3 Nature Walks

Not the first thing you plan for Orlando, but often what you remember most. The Resort’s onsite trails are a simple reset from busy park days that feels like a mini escape. Watch for ducks, turtles, and birds.

Wooden boardwalk winding through a Florida nature preserve

More Fun Things to Do at the Resort

Built for the in-between moments: before parks, after parks, and anytime. Easy activities when the family wants to do something together from fire pits to family picnics.

Barbecue Grills
Barbecue Grills
Picnic Areas
Picnic Areas
Walking Trails
Walking Trails
Horseshoe Pits
Horseshoe Pits
Fountain Gazebo
Fountain Gazebo
Outdoor Fire Pit
Outdoor Fire Pit
Outdoor Fitness
Outdoor Fitness
Children's Playground
Children's Playground
Colorful playground with blue towers, tube slides, and climbing structures

Fun Activities for Children

This resort is built for kids. Between children’s pools, splash pads, a playground open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and a rotating schedule of family-friendly activities, there’s always something fun to do, whether it’s a park day or a stay-and-play day.

  • Children’s poolsTwo children’s pools 8 AM - 11 PM
  • Splash padsTwo splash pads at pool 6 and 7
  • ArcadeArcade open 24 hrs, 7 days a week
  • Sports courtsSports courts (volleyball, basketball, badminton & pickleball)
  • Adirondack chairsOversized Adirondack chairs for family memory keepsakes or share on your social and tag us.
  • Nature trailsNature trails for relaxing walks and wildlife viewing
  • Movie theaterIndoor movie theater
  • Daily activitiesDaily activities from poolside snow cones, poolside movies, kids’ face painting, dance lessons, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about the Resort and its many amenities, including the Vroom Vroom Shuttle.

No reservations required. The shuttle operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Simply show up at the stop 10 minutes before departure time with your room key.
The Attractions Shuttle Stop is located on Parkway Blvd behind Building 1. Look for the covered waiting area with benches and signage.
Morning departures run from 8:00–11:00 AM, and evening returns from 5:00–11:00 PM. Times vary by day and season, so check the weekly schedule at check-in.
All pools are open daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The Quiet Pool (near Buildings 8/9) closes at 10:00 PM.
Yes! All 7 outdoor pools are heated year-round for your comfort, along with 7 hot tubs (one by each pool).
A copy of the daily resort activities is provided at check-in. You can also call the front desk at (407) 396-9086 to inquire about any daily activities available during your vacation.
The arcade is in building 20 on the 2nd floor, to the left of the elevator. The arcade is open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.
No. Each building has its own parking lot directly adjacent to the building. Luggage carts are available in each lobby for your convenience.
Yes. Please visit Guest Services in the Registration Building (Building 20) for discounted theme park tickets, or call (407) 396-9086 Ext. 12238. We can also provide you with additional information about other local attractions.

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Panoramic view of the resort pool with guests enjoying the sun