The ChampionsGate courses are host to the annual Office Depot Father/Son Golf Challenge, nationally telecast on NBC-TV. ChampionsGate is also home to the world headquarters of the internationally acclaimed David Leadbetter Golf Academy.
The new Mediterranean-style 730-room luxury hotel brand property includes more than 70,000 square feet of meeting space and a 10,000 square-foot European-style spa. The pristine resort features poolside cabanas, a lazy river, towering palm trees and water fountains.
"We are honored and delighted that this property withstood its many challenges," said Michael Deitemeyer, president of Omni Hotels. "We helped design this hotel so it would be built to four-star standards and would represent the sensible luxury that Omni delivers to its guests. Our standards were tested even before opening as the building and surrounding grounds withstood three direct hurricane hits."
Meanwhile, the unprecedented Florida wather has not stopped groups from booking meetings and events at the resort. More than 50 groups have made plans to come in the first three months alone.
"Our groups are excited about experiencing the hotel and surrounding natural beauty of ChampionsGate," said Paul Pebley, director of sales and marketing. "In addition to the group business, our resort is a wonderful destination for vacationing families and golfers."
Directions & Information
From Orlando International Airport (32 miles): Take South exit to 417 South; Take 417 South and follow the signs to I-4 West; Take I-4 West 3 miles past Disney exits to exit 58; Take exit 58 and bear right to the ChampionshipGate main entrance.For reservation information, call 1-800-THE-OMNI, or visit www.omniorlandoresort.com.
