Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Overview
Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, is not only renowned for its theme parks but also for its immersive collection of resort hotels—each designed to transport guests to worlds of wonder, relaxation, and adventure. With more than two dozen options, Disney’s resort hotels cater to every taste, budget, and travel style. This article describes each Walt Disney World Resort hotel, grouped by value, moderate, deluxe, and deluxe villa categories.
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Value Resorts
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Step into the world of cinema with buildings inspired by beloved Disney films like Toy Story, Fantasia, and 101 Dalmatians. Oversized statues and playful décor set the stage for a whimsical stay. Family-friendly pools, a lively food court, and convenient bus transportation to the parks make it a hit with kids and movie lovers.
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Each section of this resort celebrates a different musical genre, from jazz to rock ‘n’ roll. The resort’s guitar-shaped pool and musical motifs create a rhythmic atmosphere. Family suites are available for larger groups wanting extra space.
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
Sports fans will find themselves surrounded by gigantic football helmets and tennis racquets. The resort’s energetic vibe is perfect for those who love athletics, with pools shaped like baseball diamonds and fields for outdoor activities.
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Immerse yourself in the vibrant worlds of Disney and Pixar hits such as The Little Mermaid, Cars, The Lion King, and Finding Nemo. The resort offers some of the most elaborately themed family suites and the largest resort pool at Walt Disney World.
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Travel through the decades at Pop Century, where each area celebrates a different era of American pop culture from the 1950s to the 1990s. Walk amongst giant yo-yos, Rubik’s cubes, and bowling pins as you enjoy a lively atmosphere, efficient transportation, and easy access to the Disney Skyliner.
Moderate Resorts
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Inspired by the islands of the Caribbean, this resort features vibrant villages set around a 45-acre lake. Guests can relax on white sand beaches or in colorful hammocks, enjoy a pirate-themed pool, and access the Disney Skyliner for quick transit to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Blending Spanish, Mexican, and Southwest American influences, Coronado Springs offers a lakeside oasis with lush landscaping. The Gran Destino Tower adds a touch of luxury with elegant rooms, rooftop dining, and sophisticated amenities. The resort also includes convention facilities.
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
This charming retreat evokes the romance of rural Louisiana, with stately mansions and quaint bayou lodges. Lush waterways, horse-drawn carriage rides, and boat transportation to Disney Springs make this resort a favorite among families and couples.
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Step into the spirit of New Orleans at this compact, easy-to-navigate resort. Cobblestone streets, wrought-iron balconies, and jazz music create an authentic ambiance. Don’t miss the Mickey-shaped beignets at the Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory.
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
Nestled among 750 acres of pine and cypress, the Fort Wilderness Cabins offer a rustic escape with modern comforts. Guests can enjoy archery, horseback riding, and campfire sing-alongs with Chip ‘n’ Dale, all while being a short boat ride from Magic Kingdom.
Deluxe Resorts
Walt Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Experience the wonders of an African savanna, where giraffes and zebras roam just outside your window. The resort’s architecture and artwork evoke the spirit of Africa, while renowned restaurants like Jiko and Boma offer exquisite flavors.
Disney’s Beach Club Resort
This charming New England-style resort boasts the best pool complex on property, Stormalong Bay, complete with a sandy bottom and lazy river. The Beach Club is a short walk from Epcot’s International Gateway and features popular restaurants like Cape May Cafe.
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
Step back in time to the Atlantic City of the 1940s with whimsical carnival games, lively nightlife, and water views. The BoardWalk’s prime location provides easy access to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Known for its iconic A-frame structure, the Contemporary is the only hotel where the monorail travels right through the building. Sleek, modern rooms offer breathtaking views of Magic Kingdom and Bay Lake, and dining at California Grill is a must.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
The flagship resort drips with Victorian-era elegance, featuring live orchestras, fine dining, and a world-class spa. Just one monorail stop from Magic Kingdom, it’s the epitome of Disney luxury.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Be transported to the South Pacific with lush landscaping, tiki torches, and a white sand beach. The Polynesian is famous for its Dole Whip, luau shows, and spectacular views of the Magic Kingdom fireworks.
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Inspired by the national park lodges of the Pacific Northwest, this resort features towering timber beams, a roaring fireplace, and a majestic lobby. Cozy rooms and outdoor adventures create a tranquil retreat just a short boat ride from Magic Kingdom.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Styled after a classic New England yacht club, this resort offers elegant nautical theming and access to the shared Stormalong Bay pool. It’s perfect for those seeking refined relaxation with close proximity to Epcot.
Disney’s Riviera Resort
The newest deluxe resort is inspired by the beauty of the European Riviera and features elegant accommodations, a rooftop restaurant with sweeping views, and artwork celebrating Walt Disney’s travels in Europe. The Disney Skyliner connects guests to the parks in style.
Deluxe Villa Resorts (Disney Vacation Club)
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Connected to the Contemporary Resort via a sky bridge, Bay Lake Tower offers modern villas with kitchenettes and stunning lake or theme park views.
Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
These rustic villas offer the ambiance of America’s Great Northwest, complete with cozy features and access to all the amenities at Wilderness Lodge.
Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
With a blend of luxury and wilderness charm, these villas and waterfront cabins provide serenity just steps away from Magic Kingdom.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House and Kidani Village
Enjoy the same African theming as the main lodge with villa-style accommodations, including multi-bedroom options—perfect for animal lovers.
Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Elegant villas with access to Stormalong Bay and all the amenities of the Beach Club Resort, ideal for larger families.
Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
With turn-of-the-century charm, these villas offer all the fun of the BoardWalk and easy access to the parks.
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
A laid-back, tropical-themed resort reminiscent of the Florida Keys, with some of the largest villa accommodations on Disney property.
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
Overwater bungalows and studios bring a taste of Bora Bora to Florida, along with access to the amenities of the main resort.
Disney’s Riviera Resort Villas
Featuring stylish European-inspired villas and the rooftop Topolino’s Terrace restaurant, this resort offers a blend of artistry and comfort.
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Inspired by the historic New York horse racing retreat, this resort features peaceful grounds, an award-winning spa, and unique Treehouse Villas set among the trees.
Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Combining Victorian elegance with modern luxury, these villas are just steps from the Magic Kingdom and offer premier amenities and service.
Other Unique Disney Accommodations
The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
For those who prefer the great outdoors, the campsites accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs, with all the recreational activities Fort Wilderness is known for.
