
Disney Resort Hotels
Disney's All-Star Movies ResortValue

A Value resort themed to classic Disney and Pixar films, with larger-than-life icons from 101 Dalmatians, Toy Story and more. The main pool is themed to Fantasia, with Sorcerer Mickey spraying water.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Giant icons from Disney & Pixar films (Toy Story, 101 Dalmatians, Fantasia, The Love Bug, The Mighty Ducks)
- Most budget-friendly Disney Resort tier
Transportation
- Bus to all parks, water parks & Disney Springs®
Pools
- Fantasia Pool (feature pool)
- Duck Pond Pool
Dining at this resort (2)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Bus is the only Disney transportation—build in extra travel time.
- Guest rooms are in refurbishment through January 2027 (per WDWInfo, Nov 2026).
Disney's All-Star Music ResortValue

A Value resort themed to music genres like country, jazz, rock ’n’ roll, calypso and Broadway show tunes, with oversized instrument icons outside.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Music-themed buildings with oversized instruments
- Family Suites sleep up to 6 (confirm room type when booking)
Transportation
- Bus to all parks, water parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Calypso Pool (guitar-shaped feature pool)
- Piano Pool
Dining at this resort (2)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Singing Spirits Pool Bar closed Nov 2, 2026 – early 2027; a temporary pool bar is nearby (WDWInfo).
- Family Suites are a value pick for larger families.
Disney's All-Star Sports ResortValue

A Value resort themed to baseball, basketball, football, surfing and tennis, with giant sports icons and Disney characters in the décor.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Sports-themed sections: baseball, football, basketball, tennis, surfing
Transportation
- Bus to all parks, water parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Surfboard Bay Pool
- Grand Slam Pool
Dining at this resort (2)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar refurbishment planned for 2027 (WDWInfo).
Disney's Pop Century ResortSkylinerValue

A Value resort celebrating pop-culture fads from the 1950s through the 1990s, from yo-yos and Play-Doh to Rubik’s Cube. It’s on the Disney Skyliner.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Decades of pop culture (1950s–1990s) with giant icons
- Shares a Skyliner station with Art of Animation
Transportation
- Disney Skyliner to EPCOT® (International Gateway) & Hollywood Studios
- Bus to Magic Kingdom®, Animal Kingdom, water parks & Disney Springs
- Walking bridge to Art of Animation
Pools
- Hippy Dippy Pool (feature pool)
- Computer Pool
- Bowling Pool
Dining at this resort (2)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Skyliner makes EPCOT and Hollywood Studios very easy—great for rope drop at Hollywood Studios.
Disney's Art of Animation ResortSkylinerValue

A Value resort set in the worlds of Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid, known for its themed family suites. It’s on the Disney Skyliner.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Themed Family Suites (Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King) plus Little Mermaid standard rooms
- Immersive larger-than-life theming
Transportation
- Disney Skyliner to EPCOT (International Gateway) & Hollywood Studios
- Bus to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, water parks & Disney Springs
- Walking bridge to Pop Century
Pools
- The Big Blue Pool (Finding Nemo; feature pool)
- Flippin' Fins Pool
- Cozy Cone Pool
Dining at this resort (2)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Family Suites sleep up to 6 and have a kitchenette—popular, book early.
- Room refurbishment scheduled June 2027 – October 2028 (WDWInfo).
Disney's Caribbean Beach ResortSkylinerModerate

A Moderate resort with bright, island-village theming inspired by Barbados, Jamaica, Martinique, Trinidad and Aruba, plus beaches, hammocks and colonial forts. It’s a Disney Skyliner hub.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Colorful island "villages" around Barefoot Bay
- Skyliner hub station at Old Port Royale
- Airport Luggage Transfer at Disney added Aug 2026 (eligible domestic flights at MCO)
Transportation
- Disney Skyliner hub (lines to Riviera/EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Pop Century/Art of Animation)
- Bus to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, water parks & Disney Springs (internal bus stops)
Pools
- Fuentes del Morro Pool (Spanish-fort theme, slides)
- Quiet pools throughout the villages
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Large footprint—ask for a village close to Old Port Royale or the Skyliner if walking matters.
- Caribbean Cay bridge closes nightly 1–6 a.m. through late Nov 2026; Barbados buildings 31–33 exterior work through early Feb 2027 (WDWInfo).
Disney's Coronado Springs ResortModerate

A lakeside Moderate resort blending Spanish, Mexican and American Southwest influences, and home to the Gran Destino Tower.
Description: Disney resort page · Gran Destino per resort dining
Highlights
- Spanish & Mexican-inspired resort with Gran Destino Tower
- Rooftop Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood with sweeping views
- Great "date night" dining and lounges
Transportation
- Bus to all parks, water parks & Disney Springs
- Internal walking paths around Lago Dorado
Pools
- Lost City of Cibola feature pool (Mayan pyramid)
- Quiet pools
Dining at this resort (11)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Convention Center & El Centro corridor refurbishment Aug 2026 – late Sept 2027 (WDWInfo).
- Gran Destino Tower rooms are closest to the lobby and buses.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French QuarterModerate

A smaller Moderate resort styled after New Orleans’ French Quarter, with cobblestone streets, gas lamps, wrought-iron balconies and Mardi Gras touches. It’s famous for its Mickey-shaped beignets.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- New Orleans French Quarter theming—cozy and walkable
- Beignets at Scat Cat's Club – Café / Sassagoula Floatworks (confirm menu)
Transportation
- Sassagoula River boat to Disney Springs
- Bus to all parks & water parks
Pools
- Doubloon Lagoon (sea-serpent slide)
Dining at this resort (4)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Smallest Moderate—easy to get around.
- Bus service is sometimes shared with Riverside.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – RiversideModerate

A Moderate resort evoking rural Louisiana, from the white-column mansions of Magnolia Bend to the rustic cottages of Alligator Bayou, set along the Sassagoula River.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Southern bayou (Alligator Bayou) and stately mansion areas
- Royal Guest Rooms (princess theme) and rooms that sleep 5 in Alligator Bayou (confirm)
Transportation
- Sassagoula River boat to Disney Springs
- Bus to all parks & water parks (multiple internal stops)
Pools
- Ol' Man Island (swimming-hole theme)
- Quiet pools
Dining at this resort (4)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Guest room & public area refurbishment through mid-2027; lobby work Oct–early Dec 2026 (WDWInfo).
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness ResortBoatCampground

Campsites for tents and RVs on 750 acres of pine and cypress forest with an American frontier theme. Expect trails, wildlife, pools and campfire-style entertainment.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Tent, RV and camper sites set in a large forest along Bay Lake
- Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show at Pioneer Hall
- Horseback rides, archery, golf cart rentals (confirm availability)
Transportation
- Boat to Magic Kingdom (and Wilderness Lodge / Contemporary)
- Internal bus loops
- Bus to other parks via Outpost/Settlement (confirm routing in app)
Pools
- Meadow Swimmin' Pool
- Wilderness Swimmin' Pool
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Campfires and wood-burning activities temporarily not permitted due to dry conditions (WDWInfo, Nov 2026).
- An additional pool is under construction at the Meadow area.
- Disney's Lakeshore Lodge (opening July 1, 2027) is under construction next door—expect visible/audible work.
Disney's Contemporary ResortMonorailBoatWalkDeluxe

A modern Deluxe resort whose iconic A-frame tower has the monorail running right through it. You can walk to Magic Kingdom, and inside is Mary Blair’s 90-foot Grand Canyon mural.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Iconic A-frame tower—monorail glides through the Grand Canyon Concourse
- Chef Mickey's character dining; California Grill signature dining on the 15th floor with fireworks views
- Closest Deluxe to Magic Kingdom by foot
Transportation
- Walk to Magic Kingdom (~10 min)
- Monorail: Resort loop & Express via TTC (EPCOT monorail via TTC)
- Bus to EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, water parks & Disney Springs
- Boat to Fort Wilderness / Wilderness Lodge (confirm)
Pools
- Feature pool with slide
- Bay Lake beach area (no swimming in lakes)
Dining at this resort (11)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Phased refurbishment incl. Main Tower atrium & exterior through late 2027 (WDWInfo).
- California Grill reservations go fast—ask your planner to book it early.
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & SpaMonorailBoatWalkDeluxe

Disney’s flagship Deluxe resort, a Victorian-style hotel evoking Palm Beach’s golden era. It’s one monorail stop from Magic Kingdom, with views of the fireworks over Cinderella Castle.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Disney's flagship Victorian-style resort
- Victoria & Albert's (fine dining), 1900 Park Fare character dining, Enchanted Rose lounge
- Senses – A Disney Spa
Transportation
- Monorail: Resort loop (TTC, MK, Contemporary, Polynesian)
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Walkway to Magic Kingdom
- Bus to other parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Beach Pool (with Alice in Wonderland–themed splash area)
- Courtyard Pool
Dining at this resort (15)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Porte cochère maintenance in phases through spring 2027; renovations in select areas through early 2027.
- New roadway pattern near Roundabout #2 since Sept 10, 2026.
Disney's Polynesian Village ResortMonorailBoatDeluxe

A South Pacific–themed Deluxe resort of tropical palms and island ambience and a Walt Disney World original since 1971. It’s on the Resort Monorail.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- South Seas theming; 'Ohana family-style dining with characters at breakfast
- Magic Kingdom fireworks views from the beach
- Trader Sam's Grog Grotto tiki bar; Dole Whip at Pineapple Lanai
Transportation
- Monorail: Resort loop
- Walk to TTC for EPCOT monorail
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Bus to other parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Lava Pool (volcano with slide)
- Oasis Pool (quiet)
Dining at this resort (10)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Refurbishment and entrance roadway reconfiguration through early 2027; Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace closed through mid-December 2026 (WDWInfo).
- Walking to the TTC is the fastest route to the EPCOT monorail.
Disney's Wilderness LodgeBoatDeluxe

A Deluxe resort inspired by turn-of-the-century National Park lodges of the American Northwest, with towering totem poles, a stone hearth and nature trails through pine forest. It’s a boat ride to Magic Kingdom.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- National-park lodge with soaring lobby
- Fire Rock Geyser and Silver Creek
- Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White; Geyser Point Bar & Grill
Transportation
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Boat to Fort Wilderness / Contemporary (confirm)
- Bus to other parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Copper Creek Springs Pool (feature pool)
- Hidden Springs Pool (quiet)
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Exterior refurbishment through late 2026; guest rooms July–Sept 2027; Copper Creek Springs Pool closed Jan–spring 2028 (WDWInfo).
- Lakeshore Lodge construction may be visible from the Boulder Ridge side.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge (Jambo House)Deluxe

A Deluxe resort inspired by an African kraal, curved around savannas where more than 200 hoofed animals and birds live. It also has animal programs and a large collection of African art.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Savanna views with giraffes, zebras and more from many rooms
- Boma – Flavors of Africa buffet; Jiko – The Cooking Place signature dining
- Night-vision savanna viewing and cultural activities (confirm schedule)
Transportation
- Bus to all parks, water parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Uzima Springs Pool
Dining at this resort (6)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Savanna-view rooms cost more but are the whole point—request them.
- Guest rooms & public areas in refurbishment through early 2027 (WDWInfo).
Disney's BoardWalk InnSkylinerWalkDeluxe

A Deluxe resort recalling turn-of-the-century Atlantic City, set on a Coney Island–style boardwalk with carnival games, dining and nightlife. You can walk to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- 1920s Atlantic City–style boardwalk with dining, bars and entertainment
- Walking distance to two parks
Transportation
- Walk to EPCOT International Gateway (~5–10 min)
- Walk or boat (Friendship) to Hollywood Studios
- Short walk to the Skyliner at International Gateway
- Bus to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom & Disney Springs
Pools
- Luna Park Pool (Keister Coaster slide)
- Inn quiet pool
Dining at this resort (15)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Luna Park Pool, Crazy Play Area & Leaping Horse Libations closed Jan 11 – Apr 2027; other pools open (WDWInfo).
- A new quick-service spot and "Basin" shop are coming to the BoardWalk starting late 2026.
Disney's Yacht Club ResortSkylinerWalkDeluxe

A Deluxe resort styled as a grand New England yacht club, with nautical touches. It shares Stormalong Bay with the Beach Club and is a walk to EPCOT and a boat ride to Hollywood Studios.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- New England yacht-club elegance on Crescent Lake
- Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club
- Yachtsman Steakhouse; Ale & Compass
Transportation
- Walk to EPCOT International Gateway
- Walk or boat to Hollywood Studios
- Short walk to the Skyliner at International Gateway
- Bus to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom & Disney Springs
Pools
- Stormalong Bay (sand-bottom water area shared with Beach Club, shipwreck slide)
- Quiet pools
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Exterior maintenance through late 2026 may affect views (WDWInfo).
Disney's Beach Club ResortSkylinerWalkDeluxe

A casual New England–style seaside Deluxe resort sharing the Stormalong Bay pool area with the Yacht Club. It’s a walk to EPCOT and a boat ride to Hollywood Studios.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Victorian seaside cottage style
- Cape May Cafe character breakfast
- Beaches & Cream Soda Shop
Transportation
- Walk to EPCOT International Gateway (closest resort)
- Walk or boat to Hollywood Studios
- Short walk to the Skyliner at International Gateway
- Bus to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom & Disney Springs
Pools
- Stormalong Bay (shared with Yacht Club)
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Exterior maintenance through late 2027; porte cochère work Oct 26–Nov 25, 2026 moves airport shuttles & non-Disney buses to the bus depot (WDWInfo).
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary ResortDeluxe Villa (DVC)MonorailWalkDVC

Modern Disney Vacation Club studios and villas, some with views of Bay Lake or Cinderella Castle. It’s connected to the Contemporary by the Sky Way Bridge and within walking distance of Magic Kingdom.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Modern tower connected to the Contemporary by skybridge
- Some rooms have Magic Kingdom views (Theme Park View costs more)
Transportation
- Walk to Magic Kingdom
- Monorail at the Contemporary
- Bus to other parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Bay Cove Pool (confirm name) plus Contemporary pools
Dining at this resort (11)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Phased refurbishment incl. Bay Lake Tower through late 2027 (WDWInfo).
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & SpaDeluxe Villa (DVC)MonorailBoatDVC

Victorian-style Disney Vacation Club studios and multi-bedroom villas sharing the Grand Floridian’s spa, dining and monorail access, one stop from Magic Kingdom.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Victorian villas steps from the Grand Floridian main building
Transportation
- Monorail: Resort loop
- Boat & walkway to Magic Kingdom
- Bus to other parks
Pools
- Grand Floridian Beach Pool & Courtyard Pool
Dining at this resort (15)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Shares Grand Floridian dining and amenities.
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Polynesian Villas & BungalowsDeluxe Villa (DVC)MonorailBoatDVC

Disney Vacation Club villas and over-water bungalows set within the South Pacific–themed Polynesian Village, one of the original Walt Disney World hotels.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Overwater Bora Bora Bungalows with plunge pools and fireworks views
- Island Tower opened in Dec 2024 (separate listing)
Transportation
- Monorail: Resort loop
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Walk to TTC
- Bus to other parks
Pools
- Polynesian Lava & Oasis pools
Dining at this resort (12)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Monorail beam maintenance near Island Tower ran overnight Aug 23 – Nov 9, 2026.
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & BungalowsDeluxe Villa (DVC)MonorailBoatDVC

The newest Disney Vacation Club tower at the Polynesian, which Disney says brings the adventurous spirit of Polynesia to life.
Description: Disney resort page (Polynesian Villas & Bungalows)
Highlights
- Newest Polynesian DVC tower (opened December 2024)
- Moana-inspired design (confirm on-site amenities when booking)
Transportation
- Monorail: Resort loop (Polynesian station)
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Walk to TTC
- Bus to other parks
Pools
- Polynesian pools (confirm Island Tower amenities)
Dining at this resort (12)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Ask about Magic Kingdom–view studios.
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness LodgeDeluxe Villa (DVC)BoatDVC

Disney Vacation Club villas recalling the 1860s railroad hotels of the American West, sharing the rustic Wilderness Lodge and its Copper Creek Springs Pool. It’s a boat ride to Magic Kingdom.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Railroad-inspired villas tucked into the Wilderness Lodge grounds
Transportation
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Bus to other parks
Pools
- Wilderness Lodge pools; Boulder Ridge Cove Pool (confirm)
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Closest wing to Lakeshore Lodge construction (DTB).
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness LodgeDeluxe Villa (DVC)BoatDVC

Rustic-elegant Disney Vacation Club studios and villas inspired by the Pacific Northwest, plus 26 waterfront cabins with wraparound porches, just around the bend from Magic Kingdom.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Villas inside the Lodge plus lakeside cabins with hot tubs
Transportation
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Bus to other parks
Pools
- Copper Creek Springs Pool (closed Jan–spring 2028)
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness ResortDeluxe Villa (DVC)BoatDVC

Updated Disney Vacation Club cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows and full kitchens, set in Fort Wilderness’ 750-acre pine and cypress forest.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Newest DVC cabins (opened 2024) sleeping up to 6
- Includes Extended Evening Hours (DVC Cabins only)
Transportation
- Boat to Magic Kingdom
- Internal Fort Wilderness buses
- Bus to other parks (via loops—confirm)
Pools
- Fort Wilderness pools (Meadow Swimmin' Pool)
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Lakeshore Lodge construction next door.
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo HouseDeluxe Villa (DVC)DVC

Disney Vacation Club studios and villas inside Animal Kingdom Lodge’s African kraal–style main building, overlooking savannas with more than 200 animals and birds.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Villas inside the Animal Kingdom Lodge main building with savanna views
Transportation
- Bus to all parks & Disney Springs
Pools
- Uzima Springs Pool
Dining at this resort (6)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Refurbishment through early 2027 (WDWInfo).
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani VillageDeluxe Villa (DVC)DVC

A Disney Vacation Club resort with its own savanna views, where more than 30 species of African wildlife roam, plus its own pool and animal programs.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Quieter sister building with its own savanna
- Sanaa restaurant with savanna views and its famous bread service
Transportation
- Bus to all parks & Disney Springs (own bus stop)
Pools
- Samawati Springs Pool
Dining at this resort (4)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Lobby refurbishment through late 2026; Community Hall & Palace Library closed Nov 7 – Dec 14, 2026 (WDWInfo).
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's BoardWalk VillasDeluxe Villa (DVC)SkylinerWalkDVC

Disney Vacation Club villas with saltwater-taffy-colored cottages and courtyards on the Atlantic City–style boardwalk. You can walk to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Villas above the BoardWalk entertainment district
Transportation
- Walk to EPCOT International Gateway
- Walk or boat to Hollywood Studios
- Skyliner at International Gateway
- Bus to MK, AK & Disney Springs
Pools
- Luna Park Pool (closed Jan 11 – Apr 2027); Villas quiet pool
Dining at this resort (13)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Beach Club VillasDeluxe Villa (DVC)SkylinerWalkDVC

Disney Vacation Club villas in a New England beach-house style, within walking distance of EPCOT, sharing Stormalong Bay with the Yacht & Beach Club.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Shares Stormalong Bay and Beach Club dining
Transportation
- Walk to EPCOT International Gateway
- Walk or boat to Hollywood Studios
- Skyliner at International Gateway
- Bus to MK, AK & Disney Springs
Pools
- Stormalong Bay; Dunes Cove Pool (confirm)
Dining at this resort (5)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Beach Club exterior maintenance through late 2027.
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Riviera ResortDeluxe Villa (DVC)SkylinerDVC

A Disney Vacation Club resort inspired by Europe, with accommodations from Tower Studios to three-bedroom villas. It’s on the Disney Skyliner.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- European Riviera elegance
- Topolino's Terrace rooftop: character breakfast + signature dinner with fireworks views
Transportation
- Disney Skyliner to EPCOT (International Gateway, 1 stop) & Hollywood Studios (via Caribbean Beach)
- Bus to MK, AK & Disney Springs
Pools
- Beach Pool (feature pool)
- Quiet pool
Dining at this resort (4)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Topolino's character breakfast is popular—ask your planner to book it early.
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Old Key West ResortDeluxe Villa (DVC)BoatDVC

A Disney Vacation Club resort styled after a Florida Keys island hamlet with waterways, palm trees and golf fairways. Units have full kitchens or kitchenettes.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Original DVC resort with some of the largest villas
- Laid-back Key West vibe; Olivia's Café
Transportation
- Boat to Disney Springs
- Bus to all parks
Pools
- Sandcastle Pool (feature pool)
- Quiet pools
Dining at this resort (4)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & SpaDeluxe Villa (DVC)DVC

A Victorian-style Disney Vacation Club resort inspired by 1800s Saratoga Springs, New York, famous for spas and horse racing. It sits between golf greens and the lake across from Disney Springs.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Upstate New York horse-racing theme
- Treehouse Villas on stilts
Transportation
- Walk or boat to Disney Springs
- Bus to all parks (multiple stops incl. Treehouse Villas)
Pools
- High Rock Spring Pool (feature pool)
- Several quiet pools
Dining at this resort (7)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Refurbishment of porte cochère, Treehouse Villas & Turf Club areas through fall/late Nov 2026 (WDWInfo).
- Villas range from studios to multi-bedroom units with kitchens (studios have kitchenettes); book through DVC rental or Disney.
Walt Disney World SwanSwan & Dolphin (Marriott)SkylinerWalkSwan & Dolphin

A Marriott-operated hotel on Crescent Lake, sister to the Dolphin, topped by twin swan statues with a Florida-style coral-and-aqua wave motif. You can walk or take a boat to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Marriott-run hotel on Crescent Lake
- Marriott Bonvoy points
Transportation
- Walk or boat to EPCOT International Gateway & Hollywood Studios
- Swan & Dolphin–operated buses to MK, AK & Disney Springs (confirm schedule)
- Skyliner at International Gateway (walk)
Pools
- Grotto Pool (shared with Dolphin; confirm)
Dining at this resort (8)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Usually charges a daily resort fee and parking—confirm at booking.
Walt Disney World DolphinSwan & Dolphin (Marriott)SkylinerWalkSwan & Dolphin

A Marriott-operated hotel with Florida-inspired, Renaissance-flourished architecture, famous for the twin dolphin statues on its roof and a big dining lineup. You can walk or take a boat to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Large dining lineup incl. Todd English's bluezoo and Shula's (see Dining tab)
Transportation
- Walk or boat to EPCOT International Gateway & Hollywood Studios
- Swan & Dolphin–operated buses (confirm)
- Skyliner at International Gateway (walk)
Pools
- Grotto Pool (shared with Swan; confirm)
Dining at this resort (10)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Resort fee & parking typically apply—confirm.
Walt Disney World Swan ReserveSwan & Dolphin (Marriott)Swan & Dolphin

A newer Marriott Autograph Collection hotel next to the Swan & Dolphin, with EPCOT and Hollywood Studios within walking distance.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- Boutique-style tower; Amare rooftop restaurant
Transportation
- Walk to Swan & Dolphin boat dock / EPCOT area
- Swan & Dolphin–operated buses (confirm)
Pools
- Own pool (confirm)
Dining at this resort (4)
Perks
- Early Theme Park Entry (30 min, every day)
- Extended Evening Hours (select nights)
- Earlier Lightning Lane booking window
Planner tips & current notes
- Resort fee & parking typically apply—confirm.
Disney's Lakeshore Lodge (opening July 1, 2027)Coming soonSoon

An all-new Disney Deluxe Villa resort coming to the shores of Bay Lake, designed around the magic of nature.
Description: Disney resort page
Highlights
- New Disney Resorts Collection hotel on Bay Lake (former River Country site)
- 967 rooms: studios, villas and new 1- and 2-bedroom Lake Houses (Disney Parks Blog, Aug 2026)
- Many rooms to have Magic Kingdom fireworks views
Transportation
- Details on transportation not yet confirmed—check Disney before quoting
Pools
- Not yet announced in detail
Dining at this resort (0)
Perks
- Listed on Disney's Early Entry hotel list
Planner tips & current notes
- Bookable for stays starting July 1, 2027 (Disney).
Resort Categories
What Value, Moderate, Deluxe and Villa resorts each offer.
Value
Most budget-friendly; bold, larger-than-life theming; food courts; bus (and Skyliner at Pop Century & Art of Animation).
Moderate
More space and atmosphere, table-service dining at most, themed feature pools.
Deluxe
Prime locations (monorail, boat or walking to parks), signature dining, and Extended Evening Hours.
Deluxe Villa (DVC)
Disney Vacation Club villas with kitchens, from studios to grand villas. Extended Evening Hours included. Ask your planner about Disney Vacation Club stays.
On-Site Perks
Early Entry, Extended Evening Hours, earlier Lightning Lane booking and more.
| Perk | Who gets it |
|---|---|
| Early Theme Park Entry (30 min) | All Disney Resort hotels + Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve |
| Extended Evening Hours | Deluxe & Deluxe Villa resorts (Fort Wilderness Cabins only), Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve |
| Earlier Lightning Lane booking window | Disney Resort hotels + Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve |
| Book dining for your whole stay at once | Disney Resort hotel guests |
| Complimentary Disney transportation | Guests at Disney Resort hotels (buses, boats, monorail, Skyliner) |
| Airport Luggage Transfer at Disney | Participating Disney Resorts Collection hotels (now including Moderate and Value resorts such as Caribbean Beach, All-Stars, Art of Animation, Pop Century) with eligible domestic flights on American, JetBlue, Southwest, United (reported Oct 2026) confirm |
Sources: Disney Early Entry & Extended Evening Hours pages (read November 10, 2026); WDWInfo; WDWMagic (Oct 29, 2026).
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