Sprinkle in a little spice to your next Orlando trip and book a stay at the fabulous Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. Located within the Animal Kingdom area, this lakeside oasis is inspired by Spanish, Mexican and Southwest American culture throughout.
From its diverse dining options and themed pools to its captivating artwork and architecture, this popular resort has been a Walt Disney World mainstay since 1997 and remains as beautiful as ever…
History of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
As a Moderate Resort, Disney’s Coronado Springs blends the best of both the Value and Deluxe Resorts, offering an affordable yet upscale option for an epic Disney getaway. The Resort was built in 1997 and is popular with families, couples, and business travellers due to its huge convention centre and ballroom. Set around a glittering 15-acre lake, Lago Dorado, the Resort boasts over 1,900 rooms and suites dotted around three villages and the newly built, 15-storey Gran Destino Tower, which opened in 2019.
Check-in Information
Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is at 11am. If you arrive early and your room isn’t quite ready, you can still enjoy many of the Resort’s amenities—including the pools—by using the Direct-to-Room service where you can use your MagicBand or the Unlock Door feature on the My Disney Experience app. You can also keep using the Resort hotel facilities for the rest of the day, even after you check out.
You don’t need to stop by the front desk when you check out either. If you have a credit card on file—or have a zero-dollar balance—then you can check out via the My Disney Experience App.
Room Options
There are several room types at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, located within the original Village buildings or the newest addition, the Gran Destino Tower. All rooms and suites have views overlooking the lake, pools, landscaped gardens, courtyard, or parking lots.
Standard Rooms in the Village feature all the modern comforts you’ll need and either one king- or two queen-size beds. The slightly larger one- and two-bedroom suites—Casitas, Ranchos, and Cabanas—are also available and sit amid pretty plazas, shady squares and sparkling fountains in a distinctly Spanish style.
Accommodations in the Gran Destino Tower are kitted out with the usual mod cons including free Wi-Fi, TV, hairdryer, coffeemaker and in-room safe. Resort View and Water View rooms are the standard, and the Club Access rooms boast exclusive entry to the club-level lounge and health club alongside access to Disney Signature Services.
What’s Near Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort?
Disney’s Coronado Springs is technically situated in the Animal Kingdom area, making it the nearest and most convenient resort for accessing the park. However, the Resort’s precise location places it centrally between EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, with each park just a few minutes' drive away.
Dining and Entertainment
There are 10 excellent drinking and dining options at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort that cater to a range of styles to suit everyone in the family, from upscale hotspots to casual eateries, with many inspired by Latin, Spanish and Mexican fare.
Toledo - Tapas, Steak & Seafood – this ultra-cool rooftop dining experience showcases Spanish-inspired cuisine set amid surrealist art and a 1930s avant-garde theme, with sweeping resort views to boot.
Rix Sports Bar & Grill – one of Walt Disney World Resort’s premier sports lounges, Rix’s has an upscale vibe and delivers a fabulous spot for catching the big game on one of its 31 state-of-the-art TVs. Grab a local draught beer or handcrafted cocktail and dine out on classic bar food in style.
Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago – this open-air lakefront restaurant enjoys a chilled-out, Spanish-American atmosphere and promises an elegant yet casual dinner.
Maya Grill – this laid-back eatery features motifs and accents of ancient and modern-day Mexico, offering traditional flavours, excellent platters, and delectable desserts.
Dahlia Lounge – welcome to the Resort’s sophisticated rooftop lounge. Influenced by Spanish surrealism, Dahlia is an outstanding spot to try premium wines and signature cocktails alongside Spanish meat and artisanal cheese boards.
Barcelona Lounge – set in the lower lobby of the Gran Destino Tower, make time to stop at the Barcelona Lounge and dive into the heart of Catalonia for your morning coffee and a sweet pastry to start the day right.
Café Rix – sweet-toothed guests will delight in a smoothie or specialty coffee here, accompanied by a selection of pastries, yoghurts, fruits, and salads.
Siestas Cantina – it’s thirsty work splashing around in the resort pool all day, so make the most of this cool poolside eatery where you can indulge in a specialty cocktail while basking in the Florida sun. And when hunger strikes, pick up a burger, sandwich, or tasty nachos for a quick post-swim bite!
El Mercado de Coronado – for on-the-go snacks and drinks, this is the perfect place to make a pit-stop. This bright and lively market is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making it an all-day favourite among busy park-goers!
Laguna Bar – one for the adults in your group, this breezy lakeside bar exudes tropical vibes and offers an impressive, hand-crafted cocktail menu alongside a range of hearty starters and delicious burgers and sandwiches.
Transport and Extras
Complimentary bus transportation to and from all Disney theme parks and water parks is available at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, with buses also running to and from the Disney Springs area.
The main bus stop at the Resort is located outside the main entrance of Gran Destino Tower, adjacent to El Centro. Three more bus stops are situated throughout the Resort campus in Casitas, Ranchos, and Cabanas, so you’ll never be far from quick and easy transportation.
It’s a big Resort so make use of the handy internal shuttle system, which uses marked golf carts between the Villages and the Gran Destino Tower.
FAQs
Do guests of Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort get extra magic hours?
Guests staying at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort get 30 minutes early entry into Walt Disney World theme parks every day of their stay.
What star rating is Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort?
All Resort hotels are graded by Disney’s own system, which ranges between Value (3-star), Moderate (4-star), and Deluxe (5-star). Disney’s Coronado Springs is a Moderate Resort hotel, which is a well-appointed yet cost-effective option and features aspects from both Value and Deluxe properties, including a good variety of on-site amenities and proximity to Walt Disney World Resort parks.
What is the closest theme park to Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort?
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort sits in a great position to reach Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which are all a few minutes’ drive away.
Do guests at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort get free transport to theme parks?
Internal golf cart shuttles and external bus transportation between the Disney parks are complimentary at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort.
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