Staying on-site is one of the best choices you can make for your Disney vacation. Not only will you get Disney Resort guest exclusives, you will be immersed in the magic your whole stay. Benefits of staying on-site include: complimentary continuous transportation, Early Fastpass+ booking and Extra Magic Hours. Now comes the tough choice of where to stay. Here are the 7 Best Disney World Resorts and Why.
1. Port Orleans Riverside
Resort Category: Moderate
Accommodates: select rooms can accommodate up to 5 guests
Why It’s A Favorite:
- Calming Ambiance
- Boat transportation to Disney Springs (complimentary)
- Horse Drawn Carriage Rides (for a cost)
- sister Resort to French Quarter, able to share amenities
- Campfire & Marshmallow roasting
- Surrey Bike Rentals
- Fishing
- Hair wrapping available
- On- site table service dining
2. Port Orleans French Quarter
Resort Category: Moderate
Accommodates: up to 4 guests
Why It’s A Favorite:
- Small (on Disney scales) and quant Resort
- Boat transportation to Disney Springs (complimentary)
- sister Resort to Riverside, able to share amenities
- Mardi Gras Theming
3. Pop Century Resort
Resort Category: Value
Accommodates: Up to 4 guests
Dining:
Why It’s A Favorite:
- Affordable
- Larger than life Disney theming
- Walk to Art of Animation (and dine at their food court)
- Unique Photo Opportunity
4. Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Resort Category: Deluxe
Accommodates: Up to 4 & 5 guests, with select rooms that will accommodate up to 6 & 8 guests
Dining:
Why It’s A Favorite:
- Theming is Truly “Grand”, beautiful grounds and architecture
- Monorail or Boat Ride to Magic Kingdom
- Views of Electrical Water Pageant and Magic Kingdom Fireworks from property
- Great Dining Options
5. Beach Club Resort
Resort Category: Deluxe
Accommodates: Up to 5 guests with select up to 7
Why It’s A Favorite:
- Short walk to Epcot.
- Walk or take a boat to Hollywood Studios.
- An amazing pool, one of the best on property
- Great Dining Options
6. Cabins At Fort Wilderness
Resort Category: Moderate
Accommodates: up to 6 guests
Why It’s A Favorite:
- Peaceful
- 1 Dedicated (free) parking space for those who drive
- Horse Drawn Carriage Rides (for a cost)
- Pony Rides
- Wagon Rides
- Chip ‘N’ Dale’s Campfire Sing-A-Long
- Fort Wilderness Archery Experience
- Tri-Circle-D Ranch
- Kayak Rentals, Bike Rentals and many more recreational opportunities
7. Art of Animation
Resort Category: Value
Accommodates: Standard rooms accommodate 4 guests and family suites accommodate up to 6
Why It’s A Favorite:
- The Big Blue Pool (resort’s main pool) is the largest pool on Disney Property.
- Incredible theming of favorite Animated Disney Characters
- Dedicated Busses
- Large Food Court
Thanks, Sara
Learn more about the Walt Disney World Resorts and contact Destinations in Florida to help you book your perfect resort.