Get an inside look at the newly remodeled Avanti Palms Resort & Conference Center (pictured), offering more than 20,000 square feet of event space on International Drive in Orlando.


Orlando's Avanti Palms Resort & Conference Center has reinvented itself, debuting 652 remodeled guestrooms and more than 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Adjacent to Universal Orlando Resort on International Drive, and just a 10-minute drive from the Orange County Convention Center, the property — formerly known as the International Palms — gives meeting planners another stellar option when they choose Orlando.

“This is an exciting time for growth in Orlando,” says Marco A. Manzie, president of Paramount Hospitality Management, which operates the Avanti Palms. “Now with Avanti Palms and other major projects going up in the area, we’re doing everything we can to ensure Orlando continues to be a top travel destination.”

Read on for details on the updated property, and how they can work with you to ensure success for your next meeting or event!

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Space for Every Meeting at Avanti Palms Resort

Avanti Palms’ 20,000+ square feet of meeting space is split between two facilities: the resort’s Convention Center and its 14-story Tower Building, which also contains guest rooms. In the former, you’ll find two ballrooms: the Florida Ballroom and the Citrus Ballroom.

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Florida Ballroom at Avanti Palms Resort in Orlando

Offering 9,828 square feet of space, the Florida Ballroom can be broken out into nine different configurations. These include the Conference Center Foyer; the Amelia, Biscayne, Captiva, Cypress and Sanibel rooms; and combinations that include Amelia/Biscayne, Amelia/Biscayne/Captiva and Cypress/Sanibel. These options range from 1,530 to 5,040 square feet.

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Classroom Seating at Avanti Palms Resort in Orlando

The Convention Center’s 3,004-square-foot Citrus Ballroom can be converted into five different rooms, ranging from 952 to 2,052 square feet. They include Citrus A, B and C, as well as Citrus A/B and B/C combinations.

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Theater Seating at Avanti Palms Resort in Orlando

Still not enough room for you? Offering 924 square feet of space each, the Tower Building’s Dolphin, Flamingo and Pelican rooms can each be split into 609- and 294-square-foot spaces. What’s more, the resort’s 564-square-foot Executive Boardroom provides conference-style seating for up to 20 guests.

Accordingly, Avanti Palms Resort can accommodate anywhere from 10 to 1,000 guests, and pre-event and outdoor options are also available. Meeting amenities include A/V equipment, custom menus, event packages, complimentary WiFi and free onsite parking for your guests. Speaking of which — Avanti Palms’ remodeled guestrooms are pretty exceptional, too!

Meet Close to Everything in Orlando

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Enjoy Poolside Views of Universal Orlando Resort at Avanti Palms Resort in Orlando

All 652 guestrooms at Avanti Palms have been remodeled, making the resort an exceptional place to stay as well as a great place to meet. In addition to king and double queen single-room configurations, two-room suites are available, and rooms inside the Tower Building offer unbeatable views of Universal Orlando Resort. (And pet-lovers, take note: Avanti Palms is pet-friendly!)

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Universal’s Volcano Bay as Seen From Avanti Palms’ Tower Building

Guests at Avanti Palms Resort can also look forward to plenty of amenities, starting with an expansive, tropical pool complex. Other features include 24-hour business and fitness centers, concierge services and more.

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Lobby Bar & Grill at Avanti Palms Resort in Orlando

Finally, the resort’s Lobby Bar & Grill serves up a wide range of cocktails and dining options, and poolside service is available. Similarly, the Marketplace Café invites guests to grab and go, and there’s even an onsite Starbucks.

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