Choosing Your Disney Resort

Quick Tip: Match Your Travel Preference to the Resort Category

With 24 resorts at the Walt Disney World Resort, choosing the right hotel may be confusing. Learning about the basic features of each resort category will make narrowing your choice much easier. Here are the resort categories, plus an overview of what makes them special.

• Value Resorts: Casual resorts with bold colors and decor. Two double beds, with small bureau, table and two chairs. Lowest room rates, but further from the Magic Kingdom. Two pools at each. Food court. Closer to Animal Kingdom and Disney-MGM Studios.
• Moderate Resorts: Casual resorts themed like favorite vacation destinations. Two double beds, with armoire, table and two chairs. Pools and other recreation, such as watercraft rental. Moderate room rates. Table-service restaurant and food court. Most are closer to Epcot and the Magic Kingdom.
• Deluxe Resorts: Upscale resorts that immerse guests in unique cultural experiences. Two queen beds, one day bed, large armoire, table and two side chairs. Two or more table service restaurants (many with character meals), food court and room service. Pools and extensive recreation. Most are very close to the Magic Kingdom and offer monorail and boat service. Higher room rates, which may vary greatly.
• Cabins and Campground: Log-style cabins and campsites. One table-service restaurant and two dinner shows. Groceries at resort shops. Wide selection of recreation. Closest to the Magic Kingdom.
• Disney Vacation Club Resorts: Studios to three-bedroom villas. Table-service restaurants and food courts. Recreation. Locations throughout the resort.