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13 - 17 April 2025
Orlando, Florida, US

Hotel and Travel Information for Orlando, Florida

Providing information to help make your travel and onsite the best experience possible

Welcome to Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida near Orlando

Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center is an upscale, family-friendly water park resort nestled in Kissimmee, Florida. Situated just minutes away from Walt Disney World® and Universal Orlando Resort™, the hotel's prime location makes the perfect base for exploring Orlando and Central Florida. Expansive glass atriums showcase Florida's diverse landscapes, from historic St. Augustine to vibrant Key West.

Venue

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6000 West Osceola Parkway
Kissimmee, Florida, USA 34746

A note about hotel scams and credit card requirements


Be aware of scammers: No other agency is officially associated with SPIE. Any phone calls or email offers for hotel rooms should be treated as fraudulent.

The link(s) provided here is the only authorized way for making reservations. You will never be contacted by email or phone, unless you explicitly request to be. If you book your hotel room from another source, you may be subject to fraud or identity theft.

Please note:
Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be required to provide a credit card for payment of room, tax, and incidentals. If your institution is paying for your room in advance, please contact the hotel directly after this reservation system closes to make arrangements before your arrival date.

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Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

Hotel reservations for SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing 2025 will open soon. Reserve your hotel room(s) through the the official SPIE link to receive the most secure options and the best convention rates and selection.

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center hosts attendees of SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing 2022

Make the most of your Marriott stay


Become a Marriott Bonvoy member for free and enjoy exclusive benefits at Gaylord Palms, including free WiFi in your room! Use the QR code in this flyer to become a member and start earning points. 

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