By Jim Carchidi
January 6, 2026
The abandoned Orlando Sun Resort and Convention Center will soon find new life as Ovation. South Florida real estate firm, Accesso, in partnership with Meyers Group commercial developers will set a mixed-use plan in motion to elevate the shopping and dining choices within the region’s tourism corridor, less than a mile from Walt Disney World Resort.
A drone image shows the current state of the Orlando Sun Resort site. Photo by Bailey Headrick
76 acres
A site map of the Ovation property layout. Images courtesy of RSP Architects
Accesso acquired the 76-acre site, located by Interstate 4 and U.S. 192, for just over $70 million. A spokesperson for the firm told The Orlando Real that demolition is set to begin this month with groundbreaking to follow within the first six months of 2026.
3 Categories
Ovation’s immense property will be divided into different areas featuring a mix of retail and restaurants.
Ovation’s 670,000 square-feet of mixed use space will include an eclectic mix of tenants in the following category breakdown:
- 33% restaurants
- 33% entertainment
- 34% retail
The Orlando Real was told the tenant list will offer a diverse mix of local businesses and national brands.
740 Rooms
The concept will also offer accommodations in the form of three signature hotel properties with a combined 740 units.
5 Zones
Ovation's mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment will occupy unique zones; each featuring their own ambiance. The list is as follows:
The Celebration: A retail, dining, and entertainment district anchored by a signature attraction with landscaped public spaces and room for pop-up events.
The Water’s Edge: World-class dining next to a three-acre lake.
The Indulgence: Upscale retail and services highlighted by one of the signature hotels.
The Street: Retail, restaurants, and entertainment for any taste set in a vibrant urban environment.
The Beat: A lively nightlife concept with clubs, restaurants, and music venues.
No construction timelines beyond demolition and groundbreaking were provided, but The Orlando Real was told development of all five zones is planned in one phase with flexibility for development in multiple phases if needed.
Updates on leasing and new tenant announcements will follow in the coming months.
Sponsor: The Orlando Real is sponsored by the Pozek Group — the #1 real estate team in Orlando and the Official Real Estate Team of the Orlando Magic.
About the Author
Jim Carchidi is an Orlando journalist and photographer with previous work at the Orlando Sentinel and Orlando Business Journal. He covers development, arts, culture, and local stories for The Orlando Real.
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