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Orlando Gay Cruising

Discover where to find the gay cruising action in Orlando, Florida. GayMapper has all the information about the gay cruising spots in and around the city. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Orlando Hotel Deals

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Just 4.8 km from the Walt Disney World entrance, this resort offers ticket sales and 7 outdoor heated pools. The resort features 6 restaurants and spacious villas with kitchen facilities. Disney Springs is 3.2 km away. Each villa provides separate sleeping and living areas at the Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas. They include a dining area, washer/dryer and are decorated in a casual Florida style. Guests can also relax and watch cable TV with pay-per-view movies. The resort includes 3 game rooms, 9 lit tennis courts and shuffleboard courts. Guests can also play basketball or volleyball. An 18-hole miniature golf course is also on site. Casual dining with traditional American meals can be found at Zimmie's or Cascades Bar and Grill. Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas also includes the Market Place where light snacks and sandwiches are available. SeaWorld Orlando is 10 minutes' drive from the resort. The resort is located off Interstate 4 and is 25.6 km from Orlando International Airport.
Located in Orlando, Hilton Grand Vacations at Tuscany Village offers 2 outdoor pools, suites with a private balcony, and WiFi access. Walt Disney World is 3.7 km away, and Universal Orlando is 11 km from the property. Every room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units include a seating area where guests can relax. Every room includes a private bathroom. Guests will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Transport to nearby theme parks from the hotel can be arranged. A fitness centre, basketball court, and table tennis are additional amenities available at Hilton Grand Vacations at Tuscany Village. Nearby, guests can see the animals at SeaWorld, which is 6 minutes' drive away, or enjoy the discount shopping at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets, located only 4 minutes' walk from the Hilton Grand Vacations.
Located conveniently for the gay bars, the Grand Bohemian towers over the Arts District in Orlando and has a rooftop swimming pool with panoramic views of the city. It offers luxurious accommodation and 2 fine dining restaurants. The Amway Arena, home of the Orlando Magic, is just 48 km from the hotel. The guest rooms have lush velvet drapes and deeply toned Java wood. They come with a 37” flat-screen television featuring channels such as HBO and ESPN. The marble bathrooms have a separate bath tub and luxury soap products guests can use. At the Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando Autograph Collection, guests can relax at the sundeck next to the the outdoor pool area with whirlpool. The fitness centre comes with cardio equipment and free weights. The AAA Four-Diamond Boheme Restaurant serves a top level menu including prime steaks and fresh seafood. Later in the evening, the Bosendorfer Lounge offers live entertainment. The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is a 1 minutes' walk from the property. Universal Orlando Resort is 14.4 km away.
Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers exclusive unlimited ride access which lets ticket-holding guests skip regular lines at Universal theme parks. CityWalk nightlife is a 5 minutes' walk away. Early Park Admission* to The Wizarding World of Harry Potterâ„¢ and Universal's Volcano Bayâ„¢ water theme park 1 hour before the theme parks opens. (Valid theme park admission required.) A flat-screen cable TV, marble accents, and coffee-making facilities are provided in all rooms. A refreshment pantry is offered by Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando as well. Turn-down service is available upon request. A full-service Mandara Spa and fully equipped fitness centre are on site. This Orlando Loews Portofino Bay Hotel has an on-site art gallery, offers transfer services to Universal Studios theme parks, and has 3 themed outdoor pools. Bice Ristorante specializes in fine Italian cuisine during dinner with property views. Guests can experience casual Italian dining at Mama Della's Ristorante for dinner. Guests can take advantage of the free transfer service to Islands of Adventure, home of the Wizarding World of Harry Potterâ„¢, and Universal Studios. The Orlando Premium Outlets are 16 km away.

Cruising Bars in Orlando

Barcodes Orlando

Barcodes Orlando

Bear, Outdoor Seating, Cruising

Barcodes has a friendly and distinctly "home town" feel, catering to the local bear community and its admirers. Relax and unwind with video games, pool, and an outdoor patio that had a more cruisey vibe. The fire pit keeps things warm and homely, and at the bar you can enjoy an extensive menu and beers and wines. Drinks are served in a laidback space where people come to hang out and enjoy themed nights (including bi-weekly underwear nights!)
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Orlando Hotel Deals

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Just 4.8 km from the Walt Disney World entrance, this resort offers ticket sales and 7 outdoor heated pools. The resort features 6 restaurants and spacious villas with kitchen facilities. Disney Springs is 3.2 km away. Each villa provides separate sleeping and living areas at the Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas. They include a dining area, washer/dryer and are decorated in a casual Florida style. Guests can also relax and watch cable TV with pay-per-view movies. The resort includes 3 game rooms, 9 lit tennis courts and shuffleboard courts. Guests can also play basketball or volleyball. An 18-hole miniature golf course is also on site. Casual dining with traditional American meals can be found at Zimmie's or Cascades Bar and Grill. Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas also includes the Market Place where light snacks and sandwiches are available. SeaWorld Orlando is 10 minutes' drive from the resort. The resort is located off Interstate 4 and is 25.6 km from Orlando International Airport.
Located in Orlando, Hilton Grand Vacations at Tuscany Village offers 2 outdoor pools, suites with a private balcony, and WiFi access. Walt Disney World is 3.7 km away, and Universal Orlando is 11 km from the property. Every room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units include a seating area where guests can relax. Every room includes a private bathroom. Guests will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Transport to nearby theme parks from the hotel can be arranged. A fitness centre, basketball court, and table tennis are additional amenities available at Hilton Grand Vacations at Tuscany Village. Nearby, guests can see the animals at SeaWorld, which is 6 minutes' drive away, or enjoy the discount shopping at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets, located only 4 minutes' walk from the Hilton Grand Vacations.
Located conveniently for the gay bars, the Grand Bohemian towers over the Arts District in Orlando and has a rooftop swimming pool with panoramic views of the city. It offers luxurious accommodation and 2 fine dining restaurants. The Amway Arena, home of the Orlando Magic, is just 48 km from the hotel. The guest rooms have lush velvet drapes and deeply toned Java wood. They come with a 37” flat-screen television featuring channels such as HBO and ESPN. The marble bathrooms have a separate bath tub and luxury soap products guests can use. At the Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando Autograph Collection, guests can relax at the sundeck next to the the outdoor pool area with whirlpool. The fitness centre comes with cardio equipment and free weights. The AAA Four-Diamond Boheme Restaurant serves a top level menu including prime steaks and fresh seafood. Later in the evening, the Bosendorfer Lounge offers live entertainment. The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is a 1 minutes' walk from the property. Universal Orlando Resort is 14.4 km away.
Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers exclusive unlimited ride access which lets ticket-holding guests skip regular lines at Universal theme parks. CityWalk nightlife is a 5 minutes' walk away. Early Park Admission* to The Wizarding World of Harry Potterâ„¢ and Universal's Volcano Bayâ„¢ water theme park 1 hour before the theme parks opens. (Valid theme park admission required.) A flat-screen cable TV, marble accents, and coffee-making facilities are provided in all rooms. A refreshment pantry is offered by Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando as well. Turn-down service is available upon request. A full-service Mandara Spa and fully equipped fitness centre are on site. This Orlando Loews Portofino Bay Hotel has an on-site art gallery, offers transfer services to Universal Studios theme parks, and has 3 themed outdoor pools. Bice Ristorante specializes in fine Italian cuisine during dinner with property views. Guests can experience casual Italian dining at Mama Della's Ristorante for dinner. Guests can take advantage of the free transfer service to Islands of Adventure, home of the Wizarding World of Harry Potterâ„¢, and Universal Studios. The Orlando Premium Outlets are 16 km away.

Other Cruising Spots in Orlando

Lake Eola Park

Lake Eola Park

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Lake Eola Park is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, with a sidewalk that circles the lake. Great for people watching to catch the eye of a friendly guy. It's a mixed crowd here, so you'll find guys of all ages and persuasions.
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Airport Lakes Park

Airport Lakes Park

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Airport Lakes Park users can enjoy the outdoors by hiking on the nature trail and boardwalk, fishing, picnicking, playing soccer and on the playground. Public parking, bike racks, restrooms and drinking fountains are available. Its located just off of SR436 near the Orlando International Airport. Cruising is mainly around the soccer fields, and in the many wooded areas of the park, at all times of the day.
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Club Orlando

Club Orlando

Men Only, Cruising

Club Orlando is a private male sauna that serves the cruising crowd of Northern and Central Florida. Visit after a night out or at any time of day because there's always something happening. Soak up the sun at the poolside or head indoors for the fully equipped gym, steam room, whirlpool, and video lounge. Clothing is optional, private rooms can be rented for the whole day, and entry is even free for guys aged 18-24.
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Lake Underhill Park

Lake Underhill Park

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Lake Underhill Park is a neighborhood park that covers 8.8 acres of green space on the southern banks of Lake Underhill. The park has a 0.75 mile trail that is equipped with multiple fitness stations where you may see some interested guys. Later in the day, pull into the parking lot to see if there is someone looking to play. Head to the far end of the lot by the men's room.
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Osprey Park

Osprey Park

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Osprey Park in Hunter's Creek is well equipped for many sports and leisure activities, making it popular especially with the younger crowd. For cruising opportunities, head to the wooded areas.
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Shadow Bay Park

Shadow Bay Park

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Scenic park provides hiking/biking trails, wild life, sand dunes and full service tennis center. Park across the electric tower on the very north west part of the tennis court, then head to the bushes across the wooden water patio.
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Recommended gay friendly hotels in Orlando

There are so many places to stay in Orlando, Florida, and at GayMapper, we want to make sure you get great value and a good experience, so check our recommendations below for Gay Friendly hotels. As an LGBTQ+ traveller, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming, with great value and maybe near to gay venues. Treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Please support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals in Orlando, Florida as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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