It’s no easy task picking the right accommodation, especially when there are over 20 Disney Resort Hotels to choose from. However, for a Deluxe option,
Disney’s Beach Club Resort offers Disney magic wrapped up in elegant seaside charm - only a ten-minute walk to EPCOT. But before you pack your bucket and spade, let us guide you through what you can expect from a stay here…
History of Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney’s Beach Club Resort had its grand opening on November 19th, 1990, just two weeks after its sister resort,
Disney’s Yacht Club. Designed by Robert A.M. Stern, it replicated a relaxed New England beach town with its pastel colours and understated luxury. Both Disney’s Yacht Club and Disney’s Beach Club share amenities and are situated in the EPCOT Resort area. In 2002, Disney’s Beach Club Resort expanded with the opening of Disney’s Beach Club Villas, adding an extra layer of opulence.
Check-in Details at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Checking-in couldn’t be easier with the no fuss online option. Simply download the My Disney Experience app and get real time notifications when your room is ready, as well as resort maps and arrival instructions. While you wait, you can take advantage of the hotel amenities and store your luggage with Bell Services to lighten your load. Check-in is from 3pm and check out is at 11am, allowing enough time to sleep off that theme park buzz.
Room Options at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
At Disney’s Beach Club Resort, you’ll find a variety of room options to suit your needs. Standard rooms typically feature two queen beds or a king bed as well as a day bed to sleep up to five guests. These rooms come with either water or resort views. If you’re looking for a little more luxury, the suites offer a living area with comfy sofas to unwind in front of the TV come nightfall. And if everyone is on board this holiday, Disney’s Beach Club villas, sleeping up to eight guests, are the perfect option.
What’s Near Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Perfectly situated between EPCOT Resort and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you are within a 15-minute walk of both theme parks. Just a short stroll away, you will also find Disney’s BoardWalk, a lively waterfront area with dining and shops. And with excellent bus and boat transfer, getting to the other theme parks is also a breeze. Plus, the sister resort, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is also within easy reach if you want to compare amenities and explore what other Disney resorts have to offer.
Dining and Entertainment at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Plenty of great dining options await at this resort. If you’re in the mood for light bites, Cape May Cafe and Martha’s Vineyard offer cheese plates and seafood pasta salads to tide you over. Beachy vibes can be found at Beach Club Marketplace and Beaches and Cream Soda Shop. And come dinner time, you will get a hearty meal at Yachtsman Steakhouse, where you can tuck into tasty succulent steaks, as well as fresh seafood options and signature drinks.
When it comes to entertainment, there’s plenty to keep the whole family satisfied. Make a splash at Stormalong Bay, the resort’s three-acre waterpark, featuring a 230-foot-long waterslide - one of the highest hotel slides at Walt Disney World Resort - as well as a lazy river and whirlpool spas. You will also find three other leisure pools to cool off at or you can keep active on the tennis or volleyball courts. Plus, the resort features a Fantasia inspired miniature golf course for a little family competition. And when it’s time to unwind, you can watch your favourite Disney movie on the beach, an event known as Movies Under the Stars.
Transport & Extras at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Transportation at
Disney’s Beach Club Resort is convenient and varied, making it easy to see and do what you want each day. You can walk to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, due to the resort’s strategic location.
For other destinations, such as Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs, complimentary bus transportation is available from the resort.
Although Disney’s Beach Club Resort is not directly connected to the Disney Skyliner, you can hop on at EPCOT station.
In terms of extras, the resort offers complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, laundry facilities, a fitness centre, and resort activities like Movies Under the Stars and campfire nights.
FAQs
Can I get the Skyliner from Disney’s Beach Club Resort?
No, there is no Skyliner station from Disney’s Beach Club Resort. However, you can easily walk to EPCOT and board the Skyliner from there.
Is there a resort fee at Disney’s Beach Club Resort?
As an official Disney owned hotel, there is no resort fee here. This means you can book a stay with total peace of mind that there will be no hidden charges.
Can I walk from Disney’s Beach Club Resort to theme parks?
Yes, one of the benefits of a stay at Disney’s Beach Club Resort is its convenient location to two of the theme parks - EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Both are within a 15-minute walk. However, Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom both require other modes of transportation.
Can I see fireworks from Disney’s Beach Club Resort?
Yes, EPCOT fireworks are visible from Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Catch the best views from Crescent Lake or the bridge connecting to the boardwalk. The Lighthouse Boat Dock is one of the quieter spots for admiring the fireworks over the water.
Is there parking at Disney’s Beach Club Resort?
Complimentary standard overnight parking is another perk available for registered guests of the hotel and valet parking is available for a fee. Parking is also available for day guests for up to three hours.
What time does the pool close at Disney’s Beach Club Resort?
Times vary due to seasons, however, both the main pool, Stormalong Bay and the three quieter leisure pools typically close between 10-11pm, giving plenty of time to get in a late-night dip.
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