Then the Walt Disney World Moderate resorts might work out well for you. Beautiful landscaping, some themed rooms, and moderate prices are what you can expect at Moderate resorts.
The Walt Disney World Resort is huge, and outside of its 4 main theme parks, 2 water parks, shopping district, and sports facilities, it is also home to over 2 dozen different resorts with over 30, rooms.
All of those resorts and rooms means you have a ton of options to choose from when planning your vacation. When trying to decide which resort is best for your family, many people start by looking at average prices and resort amenities.
Disney World Moderate resorts are an excellent choice for anybody looking for a pretty resort with a few more amenities than you might find at a Value Resort.
Disney also includes the Cabins at Ft. Wilderness in the Moderate category, though those rooms are very different from the other resorts and are really kind of their own unique thing. That price point is a huge selling factor for many families, particularly those with 5 per room since a couple of Moderate resort rooms will allow up to 5, while only the suites at the Value Resort level are large enough to accommodate more than 4.
Most Moderate resort rooms are eligible for discounts , though availability may be very limited. With gorgeous landscaping and theming based on various beautiful locations, the Moderate resorts are certainly lovely, though.
For that reason, families with little ones who want more fun theming might want to consider a Value Resort. Only Deluxe and Moderate resorts typically have any waterslides.
Outside of Art of Animation, our best advice, if you are booking a value resort, is to pick one that has been recently renovated. There are hundreds of hotels in the Orlando area where you could redeem points and then head to Disney World.
But the number of properties where you can redeem traditional hotel points and still access valuable Disney World perks is much smaller. Smack dab in the middle of the Disney World property are the Disney Swan and Dolphin resorts , both of which belong to the Marriott Bonvoy program.
A third forthcoming hotel tower, Swan Reserve , will be opening very soon in Related: Choosing the best Marriott credit card for you. And breakfast benefits are offered to top-tier elites, with a complimentary continental breakfast available.
You can pay a small fee to upgrade to the full breakfast buffet. In recent years, both the Swan and Dolphin hotels also have much-improved grab-and-go options in the lobby. On top of the bus network, guests can walk or take a boat to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Keep in mind that staying here does not get you access to the Magical Express Bus to or from the airport. These properties are either adjacent to Disney Springs or in the Bonnet Creek area.
Not these do not have access to the Disney Magical Express Bus. While either will cost a significant stash of Hilton Honors points from a bit over 40, points per night , the hotels can still represent reasonable value at certain times of the year.
Related: Using Hilton points for a Disney World vacation. The Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek starting around 50, points per night , which has a great waterpark and is on a acre nature preserve , and the high-end Waldorf Astoria Orlando starting at 80, Hilton points per night are other good nearby options.
The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer. The newest addition to the Bonnet Creek area where you can make your Marriott points work for you is the J.
Marriott Bonnet Creek. This hotel opened in , costs 40, — 60, Marriott points per night, has lots of great amenities for kids and has a bus that will take you to the Disney theme parks. If you just want to know which Disney resort hotels have the best pools, there are two clear winners for the best pools at Disney World.
These sister properties have the distinct feel of a beach in an otherwise landlocked resort, as this is where you will find sand-bottomed pools with a lazy river, pirate ship and a wicked waterslide that will keep young swimmers entertained. For younger kids, the winner might be the Art of Animation, which also has the largest, more traditional pool, known as the Big Blue Pool.
It has a zero-entry area and also a separate water play space for smaller children. An honorable mention goes to the Lava Pool at Polynesian Village, which has a volcano waterslide in the middle, along with a separate toddler slide area. Large families can really rack up a bill on a Disney World vacation since most Disney resort rooms are designed for a maximum of four or five people. If you need room for a fifth or sixth family member, your choices narrow. These resorts, however, have space for larger families.
With three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a kitchen, an extended family can maximize their money by packing into an elevated treehouse 10 feet off the ground. A bus comes through periodically to take you to Saratoga Springs, where you can catch other buses to the theme parks.
Treehouse Villas have one small pool, but all the fun pools are a long walk or a ride away at Saratoga Springs. As we mentioned earlier, standard rooms are nothing special and capped at four people per room. Even more important for families, the rooms feature two full bathrooms and three total beds in two separate rooms.
Disney Vacation Club rooms at most properties stretch all the way to three-bedroom options, though those can get pricey. The one-bedroom units that usually come with a kitchen and, sometimes, an extra half-bathroom are a great value for families that need more than a standard room.
Related: How to save money by renting Disney Vacation Club points. So, be sure your dates are fixed. Some hotels at Disney World are just built for access to the parks. Themed pools and outdoor areas that draw inspiration from U. Nautical and sophisticated, Disney's Yacht Club Resort offers easy access to both Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios — both a short walk, boat ride, or Skyliner trip away.
This Deluxe resort has one of the best pools at Disney World: Stormalong Bay is a three-acre themed pool area with a lazy river, waterslide, and more. Like its name implies, the resort has an old-school New England yacht club theme that is elegant without feeling stuffy, and it has great views of the charming BoardWalk Inn across the lake.
Disney's Contemporary Resort opened 50 years ago, and guests still love its iconic A-frame main tower. The modern Deluxe resort has a fantastic location — the monorail runs right through the middle of the hotel, and you can walk to Magic Kingdom Park — and plenty of great amenities, including fun pools and fantastic views.
California Grill is a guest-favorite restaurant, and Chef Mickey's offers a character breakfast that's the perfect start to a Disney-filled day. The resort got some updates just in time for Disney World's 50th anniversary, including a new dining venue, Steakhouse 71, and reimagined guest rooms with a theme inspired by "The Incredibles.
Like a few other properties on this list, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts aren't Disney-owned properties, but their close proximity to the parks and on-site Disney resort benefits make them worth checking out. Plus, Marriott Bonvoy members will be happy to know that they can earn or use points here because these are Marriott-managed hotels.
Guests can enjoy perks like early entry and extended hours at Disney parks and complimentary transportation you can even walk to Hollywood Studios or Epcot from these hotels.
The hotels offer a range of suites and guest rooms, six pools, and 18 restaurants and lounges. This lovely Deluxe resort is just one stop away from Magic Kingdom Park on the monorail, and you can see the nighttime fireworks or the Electrical Water Pageant for a magical end to a day at the theme parks. From the resort, you can walk or take the monorail to the Magic Kingdom, hop on the monorail to Epcot, or grab the buses to the other Disney parks.
There are several dining options, including a "Beauty and the Beast"-themed lounge, Enchanted Rose, plus pools, a spa, and more. Tucked away in a picturesque residential setting, yet just a short drive from the Disney World theme parks, the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort offers five-star luxury with upscale accommodations, an outstanding food and beverage program, and incredible amenities.
The AAA Five Diamond resort has a beautifully landscaped family pool complex with waterslides and a lazy river, plus an adults-only pool oasis a rarity at Disney World. The manicured grounds — with the mansions as a backdrop — are also a sight to behold. However — for couples , adults , and possibly teenagers — both Port Orleans-Riverside and French Quarter resorts are a fantastic option. In total, the area comprises 33 2-story buildings and surrounds the centerpiece of the resort, a acre lake known as Barefoot Bay.
The promenade around the lake provides plenty of leisure activities like walking, jogging, and biking. I n the center of Barefoot Bay lies Caribbean Cay, an island accessible by a footbridge. Caribbean Beach Resort offers plenty of actives to keep you entertained. In addition, each of the 6 villages has its own swimming pool and most have playgrounds.
So, as you can see, there is plenty of fun to be had. Kids will never run out of activities to keep them occupied after the theme parks close, and the relaxed Caribbean island theming makes everyone just want to kick off their shoes and soak up the sun.
When it comes to family vacations, you are bound to have some different personalities. Kids may like one thing and adults prefer something entirely different. At Caribbean Beach, there really is something for everyone to enjoy. Kids love the water features — like the water slides and the pirate ship splash pad — while adults love the relaxed vibe and island theme. Coronado Springs may have a few nicer upgrades, but Caribbean Beach is also slightly less expensive.
While much of the theming may be lost on children, adults will be charmed by the magnolia trees, cobblestone streets, gas lamps, and wrought-iron fences. T here are jazz elements and colorful Mardi Gras icons throughout to contrast the romantic with the lively playfulness of New Orleans. In our opinion, the Port Orleans resorts are the best moderate option for couples and other adults. But be warned: a lot of the quaint features are totally lost on children. As for adults, the leisurely pace, architecture, and ambiance make this one of our top picks as the best Disney Moderate resort.
If you need help planning and booking your magical Walt Disney World vacation, contact our friends at The Vacationeer for a free quote. What are Disney Moderate Resorts? However, most people come down somewhere in the middle. Price Deluxe resorts can be too expensive for most people on a budget. Properties As far as acreage and the sheer number of rooms, Moderates are some of the largest resorts at Disney World.
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