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Guide to Disney World Pools: Rules, Info & FAQ

When it comes to choosing the right Walt Disney World hotel, pools are the difference-maker for many guests. In this guide, we’ll answer frequently asked questions, current policies & rules, and offer other info about swimming, water slides, hot tubs, pool bars, and more. ( Updated March 6, 2022 .)

While we personally prefer choosing a hotel on the basis of location, transportation, or theme, pools play an undeniably prominent role in many families’ vacation plans. The good news is that many Walt Disney World hotels with the “best” pools also are within walking, Skyliner, boat, or monorail distance of the parks.

There’s Stormalong Bay at Yacht & Beach Club–basically a mini water park complete with a sand-bottom and lazy river–which is a short walk from Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. There’s Big Blue Pool at Art of Animation–it’s big, blue, and arguably overrated–which is within a Skyliner flight to both of those same parks. There’s the Lava Pool at Polynesian Village Resort–with great views, hidden coves, Kiki Tiki’s Splash Play Area, walking bridge, waterfalls, and 142-foot water slide–which is a monorail ride from Magic Kingdom…

But we’re getting ahead of ourselves and arguably off-topic with a value assessment of which pools at Walt Disney World are the best options. Instead, let’s focus on the general rules and info applicable to all (or at least most) pools at Walt Disney World…

Are pools busy?

It depends. Crowds at the pools follow common-sense patterns. The hotter the weather, the busier the pools. The more crowded the parks, the busier the pools…unless the weather is cold. (Even then, pools will be more crowded the week between Christmas and New Year’s than at the beginning of December or January.)

In our experience, the busiest pools are typically those at Yacht & Beach Club, Polynesian, Pop Century, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, and Coronado Springs. Generally speaking, leisure pools are not busy–even at the aforementioned resorts. However, that can vary–the leisure pools are smaller, so even a few groups can make them feel crowded.

Is there a wait time to enter pools?

Typically, no.

What are pool hours?

Feature or main pool hours are 10 am until 10 pm or 11 pm daily, depending upon the season. (Expect warmer months to see longer hours.)

Leisure or quiet pools are once again open 24 hours per day. As always, operating hours are subject to change without notice (mostly due to weather).

Do all hotel pools have water slides?

Water slides are considered a Moderate Resort and above amenity, meaning Value Resorts do not have them. All hotels above that tier have at least one water slide. Additionally, no leisure pool has a water slide.

What’s the difference between a feature pool and leisure pool?

Feature pools are Disneyspeak for the main pool. These are usually centrally-located, large, and have more lavish Disney theme and decor. Additionally, the ones at Moderate and Deluxe Resorts have water slides. These are the pools your kids will want to use.

Leisure pools are Disneyspeak for quiet pools. These are smaller, typically have understated design, and are better for lounging. They’re less attractive to kids (although anyone is allowed) and more aimed at adults.

Can you pool hop to different resorts at Walt Disney World?

In some cases, but not in many others.

Pool hopping is allowed for Disney Vacation Club members with some pretty significant restrictions and blockout dates that are too numerous to list. ( See this official, and regularly ‘evolving’ page .)

For guests of normal hotels, the exception to this is anyone staying at a hotel with a ‘sister’ property. Meaning the various All Star Resorts, two Port Orleans Resorts, and any hotel with a DVC or Deluxe Villa.

Are pool hopping rules actually enforced?

It depends upon the resort.

The rules are strictly enforced at Stormalong Bay. Everywhere else, it’s more hit or miss. MagicBands are used to unlock the gates of feature pools, but this is sometimes turned off or gates are open. It works enough to be a sufficient deterrent to pool hopping, though.

Do you recommend pool hopping for eligible guests?

Even if you’re eligible to pool hop, we generally don’t recommend it for pools that aren’t within walking distance–it’s too much of a hassle. The big exception is Disney’s Riviera Resort guests, who should use the feature pool at Caribbean Beach. Bay Lake Tower guests should also consider a different pool, but unfortunately, none of the major players in the Magic Kingdom area are viable options.

Which Walt Disney World pools are best?

We rank them in our Top 10 Pools at Walt Disney World .

With that said, we’ll “save you a click” as the obvious #1 is Stormalong Bay. It’s still worth reading the full list, as there are some sleeper picks and hidden gems.

Which hotel has the worst pools?

Even though they have water slides, our picks for this are Contemporary Resort and Bay Lake Tower. These would be good leisure pools thanks to their views and natural serenity…but they are seldom serene due to crowds.

Are the feature pools loud?

At many resorts, pool views are considered a preferred or premium view category. Why that is absolutely confounds us–I’d rather have a view of the dumpster than of the pool. At least the dumpster isn’t constantly making noise.

Which pool areas are best for adults?

It really depends upon what you’re after, but we really like the pools at Disney’s Riviera Resort and Grand Floridian.

Two sleeper picks are Coronado Springs and the Swan & Dolphin.

What about hot tubs?

As with water slides, hot tubs are a feature at Moderate Resorts and above.

While there are a variety of boilerplate health rules and recommendations, all guests–including children–are allowed to use hot tubs.

Which resorts have the best hot tubs?

Totally our opinion based on atmosphere and seclusion, but at the Moderate Resort tier we’ll pick Coronado Springs and Port Orleans French Quarter.

Deluxe Resorts have a wealth of options, with the Polynesian, Wilderness Lodge, Yacht & Beach Club, and Grand Floridian being our favorites. Contemporary Resort–the worst pool area above–is actually a sleeper pick here thanks to its lakeside setting.

Are there pool bars or restaurants at the pools?

Every resort has a pool with a bar in its general vicinity.

The location and proximity varies from hotel to hotel, as does what’s served. Food-wise, it’s typically pretty basic fare–if you’re eating at the pool bar, it’s usually out of convenience not due to an exceptional menu.

Are towels provided at the pools?

Are the pools zero entry?

Not all of them, but an increasing number.

This is a relatively recent development, added to feature pools that are reimagined and to pools that are newly-built in the last decade or so.

What about water play areas?

Same deal as with zero entry.

This is a newer development, and you’ll find interactive water play areas or splash zones at a growing number of Walt Disney World resorts. It’s still not all of them, but it’s getting closer.

Do pools close due to weather?

In extreme cases, yes. While pools remain open no matter how torrential the downpour, if there is a lightning strike in the area, pools temporarily close until given the all-clear.

Pools are also open in the winter, and at temperatures where all but guests from the North while actively avoid them. However, pools will close on days when it gets really cold, much to the consternation of Canadians.

Do pools having diving boards?

What other common ‘amenities’ are Walt Disney World pools missing?

The big one is that Walt Disney World doesn’t have indoor pools, but that’s not really a pool amenity so much as a location.

Additionally, most Walt Disney World pools don’t have ‘athletic stuff’ like lap lanes (save for Coronado Springs) or water polo goals.

Do pools have showers?

There are both ‘simple’ showers for rinsing off and more traditional and private showers in the restrooms. The latter can come in real handy (see below).

Can pools be used before or after checkout?

If you arrive early in the day and your room isn’t ready, you can use the pool. Ditto after checking out, but before your flight. Those pool showers can also come in real handy in this situation if you want to clean off before or after your flight!

If the pool is too crowded can we swim in the lake or other random body of water at our resort?

Swimming is not allowed in the lakes, ponds, or other natural bodies of water at Walt Disney World.

One of our “favorite” Walt Disney World Urban Legends is that River Country Water Park closed because it used lake water, and a young boy died of a brain eating amoeba from the lake. (Sadly, the second part of the story is true but the first is not.)

The point still stands that random bodies of Florida water are less than ideal for swimming. They’re also home to alligators and who-knows-water kind of prehistoric monstrosities lurking in the abyss. When it comes to Florida’s critters, nothing surprises us anymore.

What about…?

At 2,000+ words, I feel like we’re already over-complicating what should be a relatively straightforward topic. We’re happy to expand on this with answers to your questions that have a ‘unique wrinkle’ but a lot of this is common sense.

Don’t take beer into the pool. Don’t eat a footlong submarine sandwich while swimming. Don’t pee in the pool. No skinny dipping. (Save those shenanigans for Margaritaville!)

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YOUR THOUGHTS

Do you have any Walt Disney World pool-related questions that we did not answer in this FAQ? What’s your experience with the resort pools at Walt Disney World? Any feedback or thoughts about policies or crowds based upon your experience? Favorite or least favorite pools at WDW? Same question for hot tubs, water slides, splash zones, and poolside bars? Planning on using the pools during your next Walt Disney World vacation? Hearing from you is half the fun, so please share your pool rankings, other comments, and questions in the comments below!

Written by Tom Bricker

Can kids take toys into the pool at the Polynesian?

Are small handheld pool throw toys allowed at Art of animation?

Does anyone know if the Yacht and Beach Club have water wings or puddle jumpers (whatever they’re called) you can rent for toddlers? I’ve heard rumors but can’t confirm

They have life jackets for children available by the pool. You don’t need to rent them. They are free to use.

I know of a large family who lives in Florida and is able to use the pools at the resorts without staying there. They just use their magic bands to get in. They do this all the time and are never questioned. Why is that?

My favorite pool complex is the Swan and Dolphin. Download the Swan/Dolphin app and you can actually reserve a chase lounge as you walk back to your resort from Epcot or Hollywood. The theming, bar service, food service, and number of places to sit and swim are outstanding. My most overrated pick is the Polynesian’s pool complex. the pools are woefully small for a resort that big, there are not enough spaces to sit, and both pools are very shallow and rough with the surface feeling like coarse sandpaper.

Tom The pics are fabulous. Thank you

Any thoughts about the cabanas at the Dolphin? Looks like there are three that can be reserved? Location preference between the three? Thank you very much! Sarah

Not Tom, but we rented a cabana at the main grotto pool at the swan/Dolphin when we went in May. It was totally worth it. We had the south most cabana at the main grotto pool. We really liked the location as it was quieter since it was a little further from the slide/waterfall and closer to the hot tub. But if you need to keep an eye on kids, I would get one in the middle.

MIchellle: Only if it is the resort you are staying at as a guest. Otherwise, you cannot swim in any pool at WDW unless you are a registered guest of that resort. Even DVC members are not permitted to swim in a pool at a resort they are not a guest of since pool hopping hasn’t been reinstated yet for DVC members staying on their own points.

Can we swim at a resort pool with a dining reservation?

Please do a post rating the amount of shade available at each of the pools. Thanks! 🙂

Since CBR is so large, it doesn’t make sense to send Riviera guests all the way over there to that pool, especially when there is a long wait already. Let’s just let Riviera guests swim at their own pool. Or, can CBR guests swim at Riviera pool? Something to consider if it goes one way it should go the other…. an open pool is more fun than a closed pool. Especially when you likely don’t have the luxury if waiting all day for an opening. We had no trouble at BLT and Kidani in October, although I will say Kidani pool was more packed than I’d EVER seen it! A function of parks bring sold out and very little entertainment and short hours. It’ll even out eventually!

We’re staying may6-15 at Coronado. We’ve stayed at OKW, BWV and pop post covid without capacity issues ( sept and oct) I know those times are much less crowded than spring break even precovid. But from pictures I’ve seen it seems like Coronado has a LOT less loungers than those 3 resorts had in September and oct 2020. ( I’m almost as verbose as you Tom! Lol) so do you think this pool capacity issue at Coronado will improve after spring break is over ( and before summer behind)?

Please list the leisure pools.

Look them up on Disney’s website. There’s 2-3 per resort (estimate), depending on the size. They are usually pretty evenly spaced around the resort for easy access. We enjoyed a leisure pool at Poly, which had some rentable cabanas (no thanks lol) and was virtually empty outside of two young kids with water wings.

Just an “FYI” that you need to update your part about the Boardwalk pool since the clown is no longer there. (Under the section about the “worse” pools at Disney). Oh, and I am sad the clown is gone.

FYI, we stayed at Yacht Club Feb 15-22 when the storm-a-long bay huge pool slide closed for refurbishment. Cast member said it will be closed until summer.

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Your Guide To Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

by Melissa Roden · February 11, 2022

If you’ve been following along with us here at  MickeyBlog , you’ll know that we’ve been exploring many of our favorite Walt Disney World Resorts.  Next up is a bit of a hidden secret among my regular clients- Disney’s Yacht Club Resort!  You can’t beat this property for close proximity to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios along with a whole host of awesome amenities!

This Deluxe EPCOT Resort property captures the formal grace of a grand New England-style Yacht Club with elegant decor and lots of nautical touches. You’ll enjoy relaxing in the plush lobby or popping next to the Yacht Club’s pastel-toned sister, Disney’s Beach Club Resort. 

Located in the EPCOT Resort area, you are just a quick walk to the International Gateway entrance of EPCOT.  Or if you prefer, you can take a friendship boat to EPCOT or Hollywood Studios which is also close by.  The Yacht Club property sits next to Disney’s Beach Club Inn meaning you can enjoy all of the amenities that sister resort has to offer. You are also just across the lake from Disney’s Boardwalk with restaurants, nightlife, shops and more!

Yacht Club Transportaion

Getting around during your stay at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is easy.  Who have a whole host of different options from reaching your destination on foot to hopping on a Friendship Boat. Check out our transportation list below: 

• EPCOT: Short Walk or Friendship Boat
• Hollywood Studios: Boat
• Magic Kingdom: Bus
• Animal Kingdom: Bus
• Disney Springs: Bus

• 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed or 1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair and 1 Day Bed
• Views of Rooftop or Parking Area
• Sleeps 5 Adults
• 1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed and 1 Twin Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
• Views of Garden
• Sleeps up to 5 Adults
• 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed or 1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed and 1 Day Bed and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds
• Views of Crescent Lake or Quiet Pool
• Sleeps up to 5 Adults 

Rooms and Suites With Club Level Service

Club Level Amenities Include: 

• Complimentary health club access
• Secured key access to the club-level lounge, serving refreshments 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
• Club Level Concierge – Regatta Club
• Complimentary newspapers in Club Level lounge
• 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds
• Sleeps up to 4 Adults
• 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 1 King Bed
• Sleeps Up to 4 Adults 
• 1 King Bed and 1 Day Bed or 2 Queen Beds or 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed or 1 King Bed
• Views of One of the Stormalong Bay Lagoons
• 2 King Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
• Views of Stormalong Bay or Crescent Lake
• Sleeps up to 6 Adults 
• 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
• Water Views
• Sleeps up to 6 Adults
• 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Sleeper Sofa
• Sleeps up to 8 Adults 

Food & Beverage

The following dining locations are located at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort 

• Yachtsman Steakhouse- A MickeyBlog favorite, the airy dining room of this Table Service eatery features knotty-pine beams and nautical touches. Menu highlights include grain-fed beef that is aged in house and prepared on an oak-fired grill, 12 oz Prime New York Strip Steak with peppercorn brand sauce, truffle macaroni and cheese and for dessert the Yachtman’s Chocolate Cake. 
• Ale & Compass Restaurant – Drop anchor for Eastern Seaboard eats that the whole crew will love at this Table Service eatery. This seaworthy spot is a comfortable place to relax and refuel before and after a day of adventure. For breakfast we recommend the dark chocolate waffle or  salted caramel-apple French toast.  Lunch options include Lobster and Corn Chowder, Ale and Compass Salad, and the Bacon and Vermont Cheddar Burger. Finally, for dinner, indulge in sumptuous seafood, like sustainable catch of the day or New England seafood pot pie.
• Ale & Compass Lounge – Stop by this nautical nook for lively libations and savory snacks. Choose from a variety of beers, wines and high-end liquors—as well as cocktails like the Spicy Pomegranate Margarita and the Captain’s Mai Tai.
• The Market at Ale & Compass- Pop by this quick service spot for a variety of provisions. Once inside, you’ll find breakfast favorites like Mickey waffles with bacon, tasty sandwiches and hot paninis at lunchtime and delightful coffee beverages to brighten your day—along with magical Disney merchandise.
• Cape May Cafe – Start your day off right with an all-you-care-to-enjoy, breakfast buffet featuring Assorted House-Made Pastries, Omelets, Beef Hash, and of course, Mickey and Minnie Waffles. For dinner buffet offerings include Peel-n-Eat Shrimp, Cape May Clams, Oven Roasted Lemon Chicken and Slow-roasted Strip Loin. Available for an additional fee are Snow Crab Legs (per pound) and Whole Lobster.
• Beaches & Cream – Slide into a beach ball-bedecked booth at this Table Service spot and peruse a menu of fountain favorites, sweet surprises and hot-off-the-grill items. Find yourself in “burger heaven” or try the equally sublime grilled cheese and tomato soup. Chili-cheese tots and onion rings are among the other comfort classics offered. But the main event here is, of course, dessert with showstoppers, like the Snickers Sundae and the No Way José—a delectable creation with ice cream, peanut butter and hot fudge. For the ultimate experience, get a load of the Kitchen Sink: 8 scoops of ice cream smothered in every topping we have.
• Beach Club Marketplace – Quick Service- Start your day with a breakfast sandwich or Mickey waffles. Then fuel up on lunch and dinner with a selection of macaroni and cheese dishes, hot or cold sandwiches, or refreshing salads.
• Martha’s Vineyard – Canoodle over a Cape Cod or any signature cocktail from the full bar menu at this mellow New England beach house-inspired lounge. Imported wines and draft beers, including Sam Adams Seasonal, enhance the mood. Appetizers are also available.
• Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar – Enjoy the view of Stormalong Bay as you’re blown away by a sea of signature cocktails, draft beers and frozen drinks like the rum-infused Piña CoLAVA.
• Crew’s Cup Lounge – Race into port for a refreshing beverage at this cozy outpost nestled next to the Yachtsman Steakhouse. Unwind with a pint, a glass of wine or a cool cocktail or from a selection of tasty menu items (hours vary).

Swimming Pools

Stormalong Bay- Disney’s Yacht Club and Disney’s Beach Club share the be all and end all of Disney pools called Stormalong Bay.  This pool area feels more like a water park with a 750,000 gallon pool offering 3 acres of aquatic fun. You can immerse yourself in this expansive sand-bottomed pool or relax in the lazy circular river.  There’s even a life-size shipwreck replica and one of the highest hotel waterslides in Walt Disney World.   You can also unwind atop the elevated training deck or in one of the three whirlpool spas. 

Shipwreck Pool – Created especially for tiny tots, this is the perfect place for wading and waterplay.  It even features a miniature waterslide. 

3 Leisure Pools – Looking for something more on the tranquil side? There are three additional leisure pools on property. The locations are as follows: 

• Tidal Pool at Disney’s Beach Club Resort Pool – located in the garden area at the far end of the resort facing Crescent Lake. 
• Admiral Pool at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Pool- found on its own tranquil garden area
• Dunes Cove Pool at Disney’s Beach Club Villas Pool – Privately located in the villa area but Yacht Club guests are welcome to enjoy it! 

Cabana Rentals – Guests can pre-book a cabana at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Cabanas come with the following amenities. 

• Dedicated Cast Member providing service to the cabanas
• Cocktail service
• Ceiling fan
• Padded furniture, including chairs and couch
• Television with cable access
• Charging outlet/USB
• Mini refrigerator stocked with complimentary sodas and water
• Fruit basket (may not be available without advance reservation)
• Plush towels
• Cabinet safe

Cabana rentals are an additional fee and reservations can be made at 407.WDW.PLAY. 

Additional Recreation

• Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf – Guests staying at the Yacht Club are just a short walk away from this miniature golf course featuring two 18-hole course. You can putt your way through 5 whimsical scenes featuring characters from  Fantasia including tutu-clad hippos, marching broomsticks and pirouetting ostriches. 
• Campfires – Gather ‘round as the sun goes down for a little old-fashioned family fun as you roast marshmallows next to a crackling fire.
• Movies Under the Stars – Watch favorite Disney films at complimentary screenings in the Solarium or on a lawn outdoors near the volleyball courts. The line-up changes regularly so as the front desk for the schedule! 
• Motorized Boat Rentals – Chart a course for fun with a choice of powerboats available for rent at Walt Disney World Resort marinas.
• Fishing – Enjoy a guided bass-fishing excursion—perfect for both amateur wranglers and seasoned fishermen!
• Tennis Courts – Show off your skills on a lit tennis court, located near the Admiral Pool!
• Volleyball – Enjoy a friendly volleyball match on a sandy court located near the Tidal Pool. Complimentary equipment is available. 
• Jogging Trails- Take your pick of several jogging paths, including a loop around Crescent Lake.
• Lafferty Place Arcade – Score big with a variety of video games at this arcade near Stormalong Bay.
• Ship-Shape Salon and Fitness – Get toned at this full-service facility featuring equipment, massages and more.

• The Market at Ale & Compass – Navigate to this all-in-one emporium to stock up on everyday essentials, souvenirs, chilled beverages and snacks. You can also shop the theme parks with ease and have your goods delivered here, where they’ll be available for pickup later.
• Beach Club Marketplace – Find Disney souvenirs, apparel, grab ‘n’ go food items, cold beverages and sundries at this convenient all-purpose shop.

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As one of Disney’s Deluxe Resort properties, pricing at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort for Spring 2022 starts at around $500 and go up to the $1000+ range for suites and club level  However, this property is also regularly included in Disney discount offers so you may be able to get some additional savings! 

You can download the entire Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Pocket Guide here – Yacht Club Pocket Guide

Readers are encouraged to keep following along with  MickeyBlog for further Walt Disney World news and updates!  To book your Yacht Club stay simply fill out my form below.

With new policies and procedures in place during the year ahead, there’s never been a better time to work with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner who can help you navigate through Disney World’s new way of doing things!  I’ll be on hand to assist with everything from finding that perfect package and getting the best deals to organizing park passes, Disney Genie+ and dining reservations.  Best of all- my services are ABSOLUTELY FREE!

Just fill out my form  HERE  to get your FREE, no-obligation quote. Alternatively, feel free to reach out at  [email protected]  or follow along on  Facebook

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Disney's Yacht Club Resort

Enjoy a refreshing swim in one of our pools overflowing with fun themes and Disney character.

Resort Campfire Activities

Gather 'round as the sun goes down for old-fashioned family fun as your roast marshmallows by a crackling fire. Located on the Beach Club Beach 7pm-8pm nightly

Movies Under the Stars

Watch favorite Disney films at complimentary screenings on the Beach Club Beach or in the Solarium at 8:30pm nightly. See a Recreation Host for more details.

Learn more about Movies Under the Stars at Walt Disney World Resort.

Poolside Cabanas Rentals

Stretch out and relax when you treat yourself to a poolside cabana rental—featuring cocktail service and delightful amenities.

Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf

Inspired by Disney's Fantasia , this miniature golf course is located near the Resort hotel, and features 36 whimsical yet challenging holes.

Motorized Boat Rentals

Captain your own adventure when you rent a motorboat from Bayside Marina.

Learn more about renting motorized boats at Walt Disney World Resort .

Enjoy a guided bass-fishing excursion—perfect for both amateur wranglers and seasoned fishermen!

Learn more about fishing at Walt Disney World Resort.

Tennis & Pickleball

Enjoy an illuminated court near the Admiral Pool. Read More

Enjoy an illuminated court near the Admiral Pool. Complimentary tennis and pickleball equipment can be checked out at the Disney Yacht Club Front Desk.

Learn more about tennis at Walt Disney World Resort.

Enjoy a friendly volleyball match on a sandy court located near the Tidal Pool. Read More

Enjoy a friendly volleyball match on a sandy court located near the Tidal Pool. Complimentary equipment is available from Ship Shape Massage and Salon Fitness for all Guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel.

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Take your pick of several jogging paths, including a loop around Crescent Lake.

Learn more about jogging at Walt Disney World Resort.

Lafferty Place Arcade

Score big with a variety of video games at this arcade near Stormalong Bay.

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Disney’s Yacht Club

Disney’s Yacht Club is a deluxe resort that sits in the Epcot Resorts Area. We love staying at Disney’s Yacht Club and find little fault with it. But like other Disney Resort Hotels, it’s not perfect. So, I wanted to create a guide sharing what you’ll need to know to make the most of your stay. We’ll also discuss a few facts about the hotel that will help you discern whether or not a stay here is right for you.

For instance, did you know that Disney’s Yacht Club has an attached convention center? If a convention was taking place, you might expect to run into more guests dressed in a business professional look than the average person in theme park attire. Additionally, some parts of the hotel might be busier at specific times–like restaurants and lounges, when meetings are let out for the day. 

We’ve stayed at the Yacht Club twice within the last year and haven’t experienced any of these potential issues. If a conference occurred during our stay, we were none the wiser. But I would hate not to mention it, and then you arrive amid some “solution soiree” that causes you to stand in a mile-long line each night to refill your resort mug at the quick service. But that’s likelier to happen at a resort like Coronado Springs than at Disney’s Yacht Club.

Deluxe Accommodations

Disney’s Yacht Club is a deluxe resort , meaning you’ll stay at what Disney considers premium accommodations. However, premium at Walt Disney World doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll feel like you’re staying at the Ritz Carlton.

As much as you and I both want to be greeted with a “welcome home” as someone opens our car doors upon arrival and a bellhop already has the luggage cart by the trunk–it’s probably not going to happen. It’s rare to find that level of service at any of the Walt Disney World Resorts . But you might come close if you upgrade to the concierge floor.

That might sound harsh. But from our experience, waiting 5-10 minutes for someone to collect your luggage is not uncommon. Besides that, you will rarely interact with anyone at the hotel unless an issue requires a trip to the front desk.

Therefore, when it comes to staying at the Yacht Club, you can anticipate these amenities: a prime location within proximity to two theme parks, a welcoming lobby, interior hallways, a lounge, table service restaurants, signature dining, a tremendous feature pool, quiet pools, various recreation, and a gift shop with quick service dining selections.

Yacht Club Resort Benefits

Guests of Disney’s Yacht Club can participate in Disney’s early theme park entry, a perk extended to all Walt Disney World Resort guests.

Early Theme Park Entry :  This perk allows resort guests to enter any Walt Disney World theme park 30 minutes before officially opening to the general public. This early entry provides several advantages:

• Lower Crowds:  Being among the first to enter the park allows you to experience popular attractions with shorter wait times. This will help you to check off must-see rides and experiences ahead of the crowd.
• Photography Opportunities:  If you love capturing the magic of Disney, the early hours provide a fantastic opportunity for photos in front of iconic landmarks with fewer people in the background.
• Cooler Temperatures:  Morning hours are often cooler, making outdoor activities more comfortable. But if you visit during cooler weather, don’t forget a jacket!

Extended Evening Hours : Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resort guests, which includes those staying at Disney’s Yacht Club, enjoy the privilege of spending extra time in select theme parks on specific evenings. During extended evening hours, these parks stay open later than their regular closing time, usually for an additional two hours.

This benefit offers several advantages as well:

• More Ride Time:  This allows you to enjoy additional nighttime rides and attractions when lines tend to be shorter.
• Magical Nighttime Atmosphere:  Disney parks take on a unique and enchanting ambiance at night, with beautifully lit landscapes. So you’ll have time to savor the nighttime magic for longer with fewer crowds. 
• Less Rush:  With extended hours, you can explore at a more relaxed pace.

What is the Best Thing about Disney’s Yacht Club?

If you were to ask me what was the single best thing about staying at Disney’s Yacht Club, I’d have to give you two answers: the hotel’s location and Stormalong Bay.

Stormalong Bay is the resort’s feature pool, shared with Disney’s Beach Club. We don’t spend much time in the theme parks when we stay at the Beach or the Yacht Club. These trips are often reserved for “our vacation” when we know we’ll spend the better part of each day at the pool. 

Equally important is the Yacht Club’s location on Crescent Lake. It’s within walking distance (or a boat ride) of Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

That means you can quickly get to and from both theme parks, regardless of the crowds. It also allows you to visit the parks to do select things and still have time to enjoy the resort.

For us, those select things include experiencing Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, eating at the Hollywood Brown Derby, or making a few laps around the World Showcase. When we’re finished, we’re headed straight back to the pool. Or we might spend the day at the pool and do these things later in the evening when it’s not so hot.

Now, if you’re the type of person who plans to spend the entirety of each day in the theme parks, a premium hotel might not be as important to you. Of course, you would benefit from returning to and from the two neighboring parks quickly instead of dealing with crowds at the bus stop or lines at the Skyliner. 

But if you’re like us and want the entire resort experience, which means taking the time to rest and relax during your vacation, you’ll want the full scoop on the benefits of amenities. We’ll start with the theming.

Related: Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Review

Theming at Disney’s Yacht Club

Disney’s Yacht Club was designed to resemble a New England-style yacht club. It sits lakeside as if it were perched atop dunes overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel is connected to Disney’s Beach Club Resort, a more casual seaside destination with soft pastels.

Inside, the resort’s lobby features golden-tone hardwoods with massive rugs and nautical details in the furnishings. It’s a comfortable space highlighted by handcrafted model ships displayed in glass cases and a massive globe. Various seating arrangements provide areas for guests to congregate—or wait for that “your table is ready” text from Ale and Compass.

Rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club 

When it comes to standard rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club, you’ll have a few room view choices:

• Standard View
• Resort View
• Garden View

Most standard rooms come with two queen beds and a fifth sleeper. (The sleeper is a sofa that folds to reveal a single bed.) Some rooms offer a king bed. We discuss the rooms and room views at Disney’s Yacht Club  in a separate article. It’s one of the few resorts where we recommend a room view upgrade for anyone who plans to spend a decent amount of time there. 

Two-bedroom suites and club-level rooms are also available. The Yacht Club’s concierge floor (club level) is called the Regatta Club. These rooms are located on the resort’s fifth floor and offer access to complimentary food and beverage selections throughout the day between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. 

If you want to learn more, we have a club-level review of the Stone Harbor Club at Beach Club and the Chronos Club at Gran Destino Tower . We also have a review of the Kamehameha Club at the Polynesian .

To Know About the Rooms Before Your Stay:

• These rooms are being refurbished between 2024-2025.
• Some rooms at the Yacht Club are dog-friendly. You can read more details about  how the Yacht Club accommodates dogs on Disney’s site . 
• Standard guest rooms have solid surface flooring. 
• Room amenities include a steam iron, mini beverage cooler, an in-room safe, Keurig coffee maker, a hair dryer, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. 
• Laundry facilities are available at two separate locations. (Read Laundry at Disney’s Yacht Club  for specifics.)
• Disney’s Yacht Club has long halls. So you might have a decent walk from the elevator to your room. However, if you request a room near the elevator, you’ll likely hear more noise since so many guests will walk past your room on the way to and from the elevator. 
• All of the rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club have a balcony. 
• Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m., and check-out is at 11:00 a.m. 
• A water view room is of either Crescent Lake or a pool view of the Admiral Pool. 

Dining at Disney’s Yacht Club 

Here is an overview of dining at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. If you want to learn more about dining within the area, we have a  restaurant guide for Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club . 

Ale and Compass Restaurant : This is the resort’s primary table service restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Tip: We love to mobile order from this location and enjoy our meals at the pool. On our last trip, we ordered breakfast daily (think chocolate waffles with Mascarpone) and enjoyed it at the pool. ( Ale and Compass Dinner Review )

Try our Ale and Compass Breakfast Review , or you might also enjoy our Ale and Compass (To Go Orders) .

The Market at Ale and Compass : This location is part gift shop, part quick service. You can get various items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It’s a great place to grab a specialty coffee or refill your Rapid Fill mug. But when it comes to dining, the options are lacking. Unfortunately, the entire Epcot Resort area has limited options for quick meals. 

Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Grill:  Pick up a beverage, beer, wine, or cocktail and select quick service menu items at this poolside location. During the busier portions of the day, cast members are available to wait on guests from their chairs and tables on the pool deck. 

Related: Can You Dine at Hurricane Hanna’s If You’re Not Staying at the Resort?

Crew’s Cup : This is not your ordinary lounge. It’s more of a family-friendly restaurant that takes walk-ups. We have dinner here often, and they even have a kids’ menu not advertised online. You’ll want to try an order of bread service from the Yachtsman next door. It’s on the menu! 

Related: Where to Find Prime Rib Sliders at Disney World?

Ale and Compass Lounge : Speaking of bread service, Ale and Compass Lounge offers Parker House Rolls with a delicious assortment of spreads like pub cheese, bacon jam, and citrus butter. They’ll also let you order off the restaurant’s dinner menu without the formality of a reservation. On a recent stay, I stopped in for dessert only–the 12-layer chocolate cake. It was delicious!

Yachtsman Steakhouse: This signature restaurant offers premium steaks and seafood selections, including filet mignon, New York Strip, ribeye, and roasted prime rib. You’ll want to secure reservations for this fine dining experience. 

Refillable Mugs at Disney’s Yacht Club : Find out where to purchase a Rapid Fill mug at Disney’s Yacht Club, along with beverage locations and drink options.

Recreation at Disney’s Yacht Club

Sitting on Crescent Lake, Disney’s Yacht Club is the sister resort to Disney’s Beach Club. Both resorts share amenities, including  Stormalong Bay , a three-acre area with multiple pools, lagoons, a lazy river, a waterslide, hot tubs, and waterfalls. Most of the pool area features a sand bottom, which is oh-so-nice on the feet!

As already discussed, the pools at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club are our main draw. While we are fans of Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water parks, we don’t visit them when we stay at either of these hotels.

Of course, Stormalong Bay doesn’t have major thrills like the water parks. But we find it just as relaxing. Having such a tremendous recreation area within steps of the room is so convenient.

However, some people, especially those with little ones, find the pool area overwhelming. So, if you would prefer a smaller pool, you might want to consider another hotel. Or you can always use the Admiral Pool, the resort’s quiet pool.

But if you have children, one entire end of Stormalong Bay is a wading pool with a large sand pile in the center. Additionally, a separate kiddie pool is available inside the shipwreck.

Here are a few other recreational amenities:

Tennis Courts : A tennis court sits adjacent to the quiet pool.

Bayside Marina offers motorized boat rentals and evening fireworks cruises (at additional cost)

Lafferty Place Arcade : The resort’s arcade is located directly behind Stormalong Bay, next to Beaches and Cream Soda Shop.

Ship Shape Health Club : The resorts share a full gym and health spa. Inside, you’ll find plenty of exercise equipment and other services.

Shipwreck : The shipwreck sits across the walkway from Stormalong Bay. Inside, it has an additional small kiddie pool and serves as the entrance to the Flying Jib water slide. Guests must exit the pool area and cross the sidewalk to reach the shipwreck.

Jogging Trail : If you enjoy jogging, this is one of the most beautiful places. However, don’t expect a lot of shade. You can jog around Crescent Lake, passing by the Swan and Dolphin and Disney’s Boardwalk before returning to the Beach and Yacht Club. It’s 0.8 miles around the circle, but you can add more length by including the path to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Transportation Options

Disney’s Yacht Club has several options when it comes to transportation. You can travel to and from the resort via the following:

Disney’s Friendship Boats:

• Hollywood Studios
• Disney’s Boardwalk Inn
• Disney’s Swan and Dolphin

Disney’s Bus Service:

• Magic Kingdom
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom
• Disney Springs
• Disney Water Parks

Additionally, you can walk and enter Epcot via the International Gateway. A Disney Skyliner station sits next to the International Gateway entrance. You can take the Skyliner to Disney’s Riviera, Caribbean Beach Resort, Art of Animation, Pop Century, or Hollywood Studios.

You can also walk to Disney’s Hollywood Studios or any surrounding Epcot Resorts .

Parking at Disney’s Yacht Club is complimentary, and valet parking is available at an additional charge. For more specifics, we have an entire article dedicated to using the transportation options at Disney’s Yacht Club . You might also like to locate where to access transportation by saving a copy of our Yacht Club transportation map .

Related Articles

For your convenience, here’s a list of all our articles related to Disney’s Yacht Club.

The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney’s Stormalong Bay (With Photos)

Transportation Options and Tips for Disney’s Yacht Club (The Expert’s Guide)

The Four Pools at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club (Photos, Hours, and Details)

Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Restaurants Guide (By Resorts Gal)

Resort View Room Tour at Disney’s Yacht Club (Is an Upgraded View Worth It?)

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Review (Why We Love This Nautical-Themed Hotel)

An Ale and Compass Breakfast Review

Crew’s Cup Lounge at Disney’s Yacht Club

Disney’s Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill Review

Laundry Facilities at Disney’s Yacht Club (Photos & Info)

Disney’s Yacht Club Room Tour (A Standard Guest Room with a Garden View)

Ale and Compass Review (Dinner and Lunch at Disney’s Yacht Club)

A Favorable Review of Yachtsman Steakhouse

The Market at Ale and Compass Review (The Good and the Bad)

The Market at Ale and Compass Gift Shop at Disney’s Yacht Club (Photos of Merchandise)

The Ale & Compass Lounge at Disney’s Yacht Club

A Walk Around Crescent Lake at Disney World

Christmas at Disney’s Yacht And Beach Club (with Lots of Holiday Photos)

The Gingerbread Lighthouse Display and Christmas Village at Disney’s Yacht Club (Photos, Video)

New Resort Branded Merchandise at Disney’s Yacht Club (Minnie Ears & Loungefly)

Ale and Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club (But Make it To-Go)

Dining at Hurricane Hanna’s (When You’re Not Staying at Disney’s Beach Club)

Where to Find Prime Rib Sliders at Disney World (Don’t Miss Them)

The 3 Places to Refill Rapid Fill Mugs at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club

An Egg-spedition to Disney’s Yacht Club’s Easter Egg Display (2024)

Disney’s yacht club photo gallery.

Here are a few extra photos from around the resort.

More Deluxe Resorts to Consider:

If you haven’t decided on a resort, you might consider a few other options. The following resorts are part of the Epcot Resorts Area:

• Disney’s Beach Club Resort
• Disney’s Boardwalk Inn
• Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Resort
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Your Guide to Disney’s Beach & Yacht Club Resorts

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Welcome, Disney vacation planners! If you’re looking for a complete guide to a deluxe resort with Walt Disney World’s BEST pool, amazing proximity to EPCOT, and all the pixie dust you can expect from the top category in Disney resorts, you’ve come to the right place! BONUS, we’re discussing TWO adjacent resorts in this complete guide.

So, stay with us as we cover all the details you need to know as you plan your stay at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts.

Related: Disney’s BoardWalk Inn: A Complete Guide

In this Complete Guide we will cover:

An Overview of Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts

Disney’s beach and yacht club resorts pros and cons, accommodations at disney’s beach and yacht club resorts, dining at disney’s beach and yacht club resorts, amenities and activities at disney’s beach and yacht club resort.

• Transportation at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts

Disney Extras

If a beach vacation is what you usually dream of, but you want to get some Disney magic for your next vacation, Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts will give you the best of both worlds!

During your stay at either of these Deluxe Disney Resort Hotels, you’ll feel like you’ve escaped to a New England seaside wooden cottage, with sandy areas, a BoardWalk nearby, and fireworks views. It doesn’t get much better than that!

Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts are located in the EPCOT resort area. This means you can easily walk over to EPCOT and to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In no time flat, you can be enjoying a croissant at Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie in the France Pavilion at EPCOT’s World Showcase or rushing over to join a boarding group for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.

Related: Here’s Everything You Need to Know Before You Experience Rise of the Resistance

Across the water, you can enjoy views of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. A short walk will have you enjoying Midway games, dinner at any one of the many dining options at the BoardWalk , or even just for a quick ice cream treat.

Both Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club resorts offer comfort and all the Disney Deluxe Resort touches you can expect to make your magical vacation extra special. Disney’s Beach Club is also part of the Disney Vacation Club family, offering villas that can fit larger families or groups!

It’s hard to choose a favorite. But follow along as we keep on swimming and learning more about why these resort hotels might be the perfect choice for your upcoming Disney World visit.

• Walking distance to EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s BoardWalk
• Walt Disney World Resort’s BEST pool on property- Stormalong Bay
• Great dining options
• Deluxe Amenities
• Recently renovated rooms
• Childcare on location – Captain Hook’s Pirate Crew
• Beautiful Grounds
• Convention hotel
• Can feel stuffier than other resorts on property
• Can be difficult to locate rooms upon arrival

Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club are home to over 1400 Guest Rooms, more than 275 Villas, and over 20 Suites and you!

Rooms at Disney’s Beach Club Resort

Standard Rooms at Disney’s Beach Club Resort sleep up to 5-adults. They offer a combination of either two Queen Beds and a Day Bed, one Queen Bed and one Day Bed, two Queen Beds or one King Bed and one Day Bed.

Guests can pick from Standard views which offer views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort Rooftop or Parking areas,  Garden/Woods views which offer views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, or Water views, which offer views of Stormalong Bay, Crescent Lake or the resort’s quiet Pool.

Need a little more room? Choose the Deluxe Room. These rooms sleep up to 6-adults and are larger than the standard rooms. They offer two Queen beds and a Queen sleeper sofa with views of Stormalong Bay, Crescent Lake, the quiet pool or the resort’s parking area.

Looking for an even more deluxe experience? The Club Level rooms will offer a variety of additional services to make your stay a very luxurious one!

Rooms & Suites with Club-Level Service offer the following Amenities:

• Access to Concierge service at the Stone Harbor Club
• Complimentary fax assistance
• Complimentary health club access
• Complimentary newspapers in Club Level lounge
• Evening turndown
• Personalized Front Desk and Guest Services
• Secured key access to the club-level lounge, serving refreshments 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily

It’s important to note that the Club Level rooms only sleep up to 4-adults. These rooms are available in standard, water, and garden view options.

Also available, a one-Bedroom Club Level Access Suite that also sleeps up to 4-adults. This suite offers additional privacy with the separation for the bedroom and comes with one King Bed and one Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa.

Have additional guests? The Two Bedroom Club Level Access Suite will sleep up to 7-adults. Offering views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort Gardens, Woods or Crescent Lake, this two-bedroom suite has 2 Queen Beds, one King Bed and one Day Bed.

Disney’s Beach Club Villas

Disney’s Beach Club Villas are part of Disney’s Vacation Club or DVC. Offering ample room and all the comforts to make you feel right at home, if you want a little more legroom and additional amenities, these larger accommodations might be the perfect fit for your family or group.

Offering Deluxe Studios, One-Bedroom Villas, and Two-Bedroom Villas.

The Deluxe Studios sleep up to four guests, plus one child under age 3 in a crib. They offer a kitchenette, one queen-size bed, a double-size sleeper sofa, and a private porch or balcony, perfect for that quiet morning coffee!

The largest accommodations available at this resort are the two-Bedroom Villas which can sleep up to eight guests, plus one child under age 3 in a crib. Like the one-bedroom villa, you’ll have a fully equipped kitchen for memory-making meals together, a master bedroom, a second bedroom, two full bathrooms, in-room washer and dryer, and a private porch or balcony.

Rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club

Disney’s Yacht Club rooms recently went through a lovely refurbishment updating all the furnishing and style giving this resort a nice updated look.

Similar to Disney’s Beach Club Resort’s rooms, Disney’s Yacht Club offers Standard, Garden/Woods, or Water views.

Each room sleeps up to 5-guests plus an additional child under 3 in a crib.

Each Standard Room has a combination of the following:

• 2 Queen Beds and 1 Day Bed
• 1 Queen Bed, a Twin-Size Sleeper Chair, and Day Bed
• King Bed and a Day Bed

Room Amenities

• Coffee Maker
• In-room safe
• Internet – Free WiFi Service
• Iron & ironing board
• Mini refrigerator
• Telephone with voice mail

Disney’s Yacht Club also has Club level rooms available. These rooms also only sleep up to 4-adults and offer these additional services:

Some of the best, hidden gems when it comes to restaurants are found at these resorts. The best part of them being a hidden gem is that reservations are not difficult to come by. But most importantly, the food is real Disney magic!

With options from Quick Service to Signature Dining, these resorts will have something for whatever you are in the mood for! And you don’t have to go too far to enjoy a really wonderful dining experience.

Disney’s Beach Club Resort Dining

Table service.

Beaches & Cream Soda Shop

Lunch and dinner featuring snacks and a classic American soda fountain. Care to try and finish the Kitchen Sink? We dare you to try!

Disney Character Dining

Join your best girl Minnie at Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast at Cape May Café. An all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast buffet with beachy vibes and Disney Character fun.

Related: Chef Mickey’s at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Cape May Café also offers a delicious and filling seafood dinner buffet!

Quick Service

Beach Club Marketplace

Offering Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Late-Night snacks! Enjoy a hot, made-to-order meal and stock up on snacks before heading out for a day of fun in the parks.

Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill

Lounging by the fabulous Stormalong Bay Pool area is hard, appetite-building work. But, no worries. You don’t have to lounge hungry! Enjoy lunchtime favorites like burgers, nachos, chicken nuggets for the kids and more!

You can’t be in the warm Florida sun without some refreshments, and tasty cocktails, right?  Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill will quench your thirst for some frosty beverages and beautiful bay views at this not-so-blustery walk-up bar.

Disney’s Yacht Club Dining

Signature dining.

Yachtsman Steakhouse

This dinnertime restaurant specializes in oak-grilled steaks, poultry, seafood, vegetarian entrées and more. Fans rave that this is the absolute best steakhouse on property! So, make those reservations soon and don’t miss it!

Table-Service Dining

Ale & Compass Restaurant

This Breakfast buffet is one of the best bangs for your buck on property! So good! Also offering lunch and dinner comfort food and seafood classics.

Quick-Service Dining

  The Market at Ale & Compass

Hot and cold offerings with grab and go convenience, perfect for those quick mornings you’re running out to play at the magic!

Room Service

Room service at Disney’s Beach & Yacht Club offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night offerings available to order until 2 am.

Breakfast is served from 6 am-12 pm. The menu offers breakfast favorites like continental breakfast, omelets, and of course, Mickey waffles! Muffins, bagels, kids meals, and beverages make up a very complete menu. Adult beverages like Mimosas are also available.

Lunch is served from noon to-5pm. Offering appetizers, special seafood options like lobster and corn chowder to keep with the theme, and entrees like burgers, sandwiches, steaks and more.

Pizzas with choice of toppings are also available for lunch, dinner, and late-night orders.

A $3.00 delivery charge, 18% gratuity, and any applicable sales tax and will be added to all orders.

Stormalong Bay

Probably the number one reason guests choose one of these resorts is the incomparable Stormalong Bay aquatic playground. This three-acre water park is chock full of  SPLASHtastic fun for the whole family!

Don’t miss the 230-foot-long waterslide, one of the highest hotel slides at Disney World.

Want a more relaxing experience? Stormalong bay has it! Float down the lazy river on an inner tube, unwind in one of 3 whirlpool spas or simply relax on the elevated tanning deck.

For your tiny Mouseketeers, there is a large sandy beach area with shallow water where they can build sandcastles to their heart’s content! Parents can also take their tiny tots over to Shipwreck Pool for more swimming fun. There’s even a miniature waterslide.

The resort also offers three additional leisure pools and adult whirlpool/hot tubs for more relaxing swim time.

Disney Movies Under the Stars

Watch your favorite Disney movies under the stars with your whole crew! Oh, the memories you’ll make! Check with the front desk for times and movie lists. This activity is weather permitting.

Want to stay in shape even after enjoying all those Mickey-shaped snacks? This resort offers a Health Club, Tennis courts, and a gorgeous jogging trail to burn off all those pixie-dusted calories!

Marina Watercraft Rental

Enjoy the water up-close and personal with one of the marina watercraft rentals. This will turn your resort day into another super fun day!

Surry Bike Rental

Explore the resort grounds on wheels when you ride around with your crew on a Surry Bike! They are so much fun!

Disney’s Beach & Yacht Club Transportation

Guests staying at the Walt Disney World Resort have access to complimentary transportation throughout the resort. During your stay, you will have access to several transportation options that are conveniently located to the resort hotel and will transport you to all the theme parks, Disney Springs and more!

Boats, Buses, and Disney’s Skyliner

Disney Buses and Disney’s Magical Express

You can hop on a Disney Bus to take you to your destination. From Magic Kingdom to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you never have to worry about how to get to the magic. Disney’s complimentary buses will take the guesswork out of resort transportation.

The bus stop is conveniently located by the front entrance of the resort hotel.

Check your My Disney Experience mobile app for bus schedules.

Disney’s Magical Express is the complimentary service that takes guests from the Orlando International Airport to their resort hotel on Disney property. Once you’ve made your resort reservation, visit this link to request the service. 

Disney Water Transportation

Hop on a fun Disney boat to get to Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the BoardWalk Inn.

The Disney Skyliner

Disney’s newest mode of transportation is conveniently located right outside Epcot’s International Gateway. The Skyliner station is within walking distance from the resort and will have you taking flight in no time to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Riviera Resort , Disney’s Pop Century Resort, and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort.

Related: Grand Floridian walkway to Magic Kingdom construction underway at Disney World

This transportation option is as convenient as it is fun! We recommend taking flight even if just to enjoy the ride and the views. Explore other resort and dining options on property via the Skyliner. It will add more magic and adventure to your visit!

Disney’s Minnie Van

Disney’s version of a ride-sharing service is adorable and convenient. Use the Lyft app to request a Minnie Van and see cost estimates for your desired ride.

Pro-tip! Minnie Van will get you closest to Magic Kingdom!

Guests at Disney Resorts, you can enjoy some extra pixie dust to make your stay even more magical!

Extra Magic Hours

Resort Hotel Guests exclusive playtime at the theme parks! Check the times on your My Disney Experience app so you can plan these times during your stay.

Early Access to FastPass+

Resort guests can make their FastPass+ reservations up to 60-days before they arrive.

PRO-TIP! Your FP+ booking window will open 60-days before you arrive plus the days you are staying (up to 10). So, lock in those popular attractions for your last days first to ensure you score those coveted FastPass+ for attractions like Slinky Dog Dash and Avatar Flight of Passage!

Complimentary MagicBands

Customize your MagicBand color before you arrive through your My Disney Experience. NEW options are now available to upgrade your complimentary MagicBand for a small fee . Availability is limited, so check back often.

Related: Resort Exclusive MagicBands Revealed for Grand Floridian and Riviera Guests

Childcare Program on location at the resort

Captain Hooks Pirate Crew

Enjoy some adult time while the kids have a blast being recruited by Captain Hook himself! Kids ages 4-12 can enjoy an evening of adventure, treasure hunting, and fun – dinner included- while the parents go enjoy a grown-up night out! The current price for this activity is $55 per child.

Disney’s Enchanting Extras

Celebrate a birthday with an in-room celebration, order a customizable cake, book a VIP tour to peek inside the magic, limited-time events, nature tours, and more! Visit the Enchanting Extras site to learn more about the magic you can add to your stay!

Related: 45 Secrets for Fabulous Family Vacations

We hope you found this information helpful as you plan your next visit to the Walt Disney World Resort!

If you need assistance planning that enchanted and unforgettable getaway, be sure to reach out to our friends at Academy Travel for a no-cost, no-obligation quote on your magical vacation.

See ya real soon!

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Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Review (Is it worth it?)

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is one of the most beautiful and convenient hotels in all of Walt Disney World. With its classy design, enormous pool, and prime location, it’s easy to see why the Yacht Club at Disney World is such a highly sought after place to stay.

My family and I have visited numerous hotels on Disney property, but the Yacht Club always keeps us coming back for more. We love the close proximity to Disney’s Boardwalk, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios.

The multiple transportation options are a huge plus, especially for those who don’t like to solely rely on Disney buses. And of course we have to mention the Yacht Club’s pool, Stormalong Bay. This elaborate resort swimming area is arguably the best pool at the Walt Disney World Resort!

If you’re still not quite sold on the Yacht Club at Disney World or if you would like more information, continue reading below. In this post, we will cover everything you need to know about this deluxe Disney resort , including the activities, restaurants, and rooms available at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.

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Yacht Club Restaurants

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is full of all different types of restaurants. Since this hotel shares dining options with its sister resorts, you’ll find even more places to eat within a short walk of your room.

These are the Yacht Club restaurants you will find just a short stroll away:

• Ale and Compass – sit-down restaurant in the Yacht Club that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner (also available to-go)
• The Market at Ale and Compass – quick service restaurant at Yacht Club with to-go items and menu options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Yachtsman Steakhouse – fine dining restaurant at the Yacht Club that is open for dinner
• Crew’s Cup Lounge – bar at the Yacht Club that features a small dinner menu and full bar
• Cape May Cafe – offers a character meal breakfast buffet and sit-down dinner with no characters
• Beach Club Marketplace – features to-go items and menu options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Beaches and Cream – available for lunch and dinner with reservations highly recommended
• Martha’s Vineyard – offers appetizers and full bar
• Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill – pool restaurant with full bar and lunch/dinner options

Furthermore, the Yacht Club is located just a short walk away from Disney’s Boardwalk , where you’ll find additional restaurants and bars.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is home to the most popular pool on Disney property. It’s such a hit that you’ll find cast members handing out wristbands at the entrance so that only hotel guests can enter.

The main pool, Stormalong Bay, features a large sand bottom swimming area that’s super shallow and great for toddlers and little kids. There’s also a lazy river that’s a fan favorite in my household.

Guests can also enjoy other large swimming areas at Stormalong Bay, including an activities section where you’ll find games like pool volleyball. Stormalong Bay offers a large waterslide as well as a smaller slide that empties into a shallow pool.

In addition to Stormalong Bay, the Yacht Club in Disney World features a “quiet” pool that is seldom busy. This is a great spot to relax or swim laps.

Rooms 

My family and I love the nautical decor and ambience of the Yacht Club guest rooms. Additionally, we appreciate that the rooms offer full balconies. In our post on Disney’s Beach Club vs Yacht Club , you’ll read about why these balconies are a major pro for Yacht Club compared to its sister resort.

Disney’s Yacht Club features standard rooms and club level rooms. If you book a room with Club Level benefits, you get access to the Regatta Club. Here, you’ll find food and beverages offered at certain times throughout the day.

Guest rooms at the Yacht Club come with views of the lake, pool, garden, or hotel rooftop/parking lot. These rooms typically feature 1 king bed or 2 queens. Some of them also offer a daybed. This means that if you book a room with 2 queens plus a daybed, you can sleep a family of five!

Prices at Yacht Club

Since Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is classified as a deluxe hotel at Disney World, you’ll notice that the prices are higher than at some of the other hotels. This is because the Yacht Club offers deluxe room space, extra amenities, and a prime location.

We will explain all the significance of all of these perks in more detail below, but it’s important to note that Disney’s Yacht Club truly offers a deluxe experience. The updated guest rooms feature plenty of space, including private balconies. Plus, the hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of other Disney hotels, restaurants, theme parks, and more. 

If you would really like to experience the location, amenities, and entertainment at the Yacht Club without the hefty price tag, we suggest booking a room at the sister hotel through David’s Vacation Club Rentals. You will be blown away by the cost savings on David’s DVC rental site! We usually save hundreds of dollars per night by using this method to book a room at a deluxe resort.

Just use the cost calculator to see exactly how much a room costs at Yacht Club’s sister resort, Disney’s Beach Club Villas. These villas are located just a short walk away from the Yacht Club hotel, and they both share restaurants, pools, and activities. While you can reserve one of the villas on the official Disney website, we prefer to book through David’s DVC rental website . We have used this reputable company for years to rent timeshare points at Disney villas.

Things to Do at Disney’s Yacht Club 

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort sits on the same property as two sister resorts: Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Beach Club Villas. These three hotels share restaurants, activities, amenities, and entertainment options with each other.

One of my family’s favorite things about the Yacht Club is that you don’t need to leave the property to have fun. So, if you’re looking for activities at Disney outside of the theme parks, the Yacht Club offers lots of great options. These are our favorite things to do at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort when enjoying a relaxing day at Disney:

See Epcot Fireworks

We recommend walking to the bridge that connects the Disney Boardwalk to the Yacht and Beach Club Resort to enjoy the nightly Epcot fireworks show. You can even grab some ice cream to enjoy during the presentation.

Take a Ride on the Skyliner

Since the Disney Skyliner sits just outside of Epcot’s International Gateway entrance, you can easily access it from the Yacht Club Resort. Just take the short (less than ten minutes) walk toward Epcot and hop on the Skyliner for free!

Book a fishing excursion on Crescent Lake for a truly unique experience while staying at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.

Eat Ice Cream

Disney’s Yacht Club is home to one of our favorite WDW restaurants, Beaches and Cream . While reservations can be difficult to snag at this popular dining spot, you can access the walk-up window to order shakes and ice cream to-go.

Dine with Characters

Check out Cape May Cafe during breakfast/brunch when it becomes Minnie’s Beach Bash. Guests can meet Goofy, Minnie, and Donald while they dine at the breakfast buffet.

Float along the Lazy River

The Beach Club’s main pool, Stormalong Bay, offers many fun features. One of our favorite things to do at the pool is to grab (free) tubes to float along the lazy river.

Play Games in the Arcade

Lafferty Place Arcade offers lots of fun games for kids and adults to enjoy. This is a particularly great place to spend time at Disney World when it’s raining.

Ride the Friendship Boats

The Disney water taxi picks up visitors near the Yacht Club. You can ride this free boat to the Disney Boardwalk, Swan and Dolphin Resorts, Epcot entrance, and Hollywood Studios entrance.

Build Sandcastles

Did you know that Stormalong Bay features a shallow, sand bottom pool and beach area? Kids love digging in the sand and splashing around in this section of the pool.

Make S’mores

Visit the nightly campfire to roast marshmallows during your visit. You can even purchase S’mores Kits for a few dollars.

Rent a Boat

Spend time on Crescent Lake on your own private pontoon boat. Guests can rent boats from the marina near the Yacht Club.

Disney’s Yacht Club offers a large fitness center for guests to use during their stay. Ship Shape Health Club is even open 24 hours a day, so you can squeeze in a workout at any time.

Stroll along the Disney Boardwalk

The Disney Boardwalk is full of amazing activities and entertainment options and is just a short walk away from the Yacht Club. 

Play Volleyball

As you walk along the boardwalk in front of the Beach Club, you’ll notice a sand volleyball court. This is a great spot to pick up a game with friends or family. You can also often join a game of volleyball at Stormalong Bay Pool.

Enjoy an Evening Movie

Each evening, Disney Yacht Club guests can watch a movie under the stars. These family friendly movies are a great way to unwind after a long day.

Play Mini Golf

Stroll over to Fantasia Gardens and Miniature Golf Course where you’ll find two 18-hole courses. This fun spot is located near the Dolphin and Swan Resorts.

Swim Some Laps

If you’re looking for a quieter poolside experience to swim laps or relax, check out the leisure pool at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. You’ll also have access to the quiet pools at Beach Club and Beach Club Villas.

If you’re not into running or jogging on vacation, you can spend time strolling along the jogging paths at the Yacht Club. You’ll find lots of great spots to take pictures and may even catch some surprises along the way.

Join a Kid Friendly Party at the Pool

Each afternoon, Stormalong Bay hosts fun poolside activities like hula hoop competitions and limbo. 

Play Tennis

Guests can find tennis courts near the Yacht Club’s quiet pool. 

Zoom Down Waterslides

Stormalong Bay features two separate water slides for guests to enjoy. The main waterslide stretches from the pirate ship and across the Beach Club boardwalk to the main pool.

You’ll also find a smaller slide that’s perfect for toddlers and small kids at the entrance to the main water slide.

Book a Fireworks Cruise

Take in the sights and sounds of the Epcot fireworks show from your pontoon boat on Crescent Lake.

Transportation

As mentioned above, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort sits in a prime location in the center of all the magic at WDW. If you’re planning to visit one of the theme parks, you’ll be happy to know that several of them are just a super short walk or ride away.

These are our preferred ways to get from Disney’s Yacht Club to other places in Walt Disney World:

• To Magic Kingdom – You can access the Disney buses in front of the hotel. The ride to Magic Kingdom should take 15-20 minutes. 
• To Epcot – Exit the back of Yacht Club (toward Crescent Lake) and turn left. Epcot sits just under a ten minute walk away!
• To Hollywood Studios – You have several options for getting to Hollywood Studios. We find the quickest option *usually* is walking. Hollywood Studios sits just a 15 minute walk away from the Yacht Club. You can also ride a Friendship Boat to Hollywood Studios. However, by the time you wait on the boat to make stops, this method can take longer than walking. You could also walk toward Epcot to catch the Disney Skyliner. With this method, you should be able to reach Hollywood Studios in around 25 minutes.
• To Animal Kingdom – You can hop on one of the Disney buses to get to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. This is roughly a ten-minute ride.
• To Disney’s Boardwalk – You can make the five-minute walk around Crescent Lake to easily reach the Disney Boardwalk. Guests can also take the Friendship Boat from the Yacht Club lighthouse and ride across the lake to the Boardwalk.
• To Disney Springs – You can take a bus to Disney Springs, which typically takes 15-20 minutes.

Is Disney’s Yacht Club Worth It?

Since Disney’s Yacht Club may be my personal favorite resort in all of WDW , I would definitely say it’s worth the cost! I love the classy guest rooms and bathrooms with their nautical decor.

The lobby seems to be quieter and calmer than that at other resorts, and the cast members are super friendly and helpful. My family and I enjoy the food at all the restaurants on site, and we appreciate the ability to easily walk from the Yacht Club to the Beach Club’s dining options.

The close proximity to Epcot makes the Yacht Club an ideal place to stay since there’s no rush to get to the park in the morning or back “home” at the end of a long day. Plus, you enter and exit through the International Gateway entrance to Epcot (near World Showcase), so the lines to enter are basically nonexistent.

Additionally, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is just a short walk, boat ride, or Skyliner ride away. And if you feel like venturing out, you can take the scenic stroll around Crescent Lake to the Disney Boardwalk.

Overall, we highly recommend the beautiful Yacht Club Resort! For additional information on Disney resorts, join the conversation on our Facebook page: Mom’s Guide to Disney Resorts ! Do you have a review of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort? Comment below to share your thoughts with us!

Shari is an experienced planner and organizer for Disney vacations, cruising, and U.S. travel. Her family vacation information, reviews, and tips provide insight for moms and dads everywhere. You can read more about her story, including her journey through breast cancer, in the about me page.

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Search forums Media New media Disney Trip Planning Forums Disney Resorts Disney's YACHT & BEACH CLUB RESORTS Information & Questions Thread starter natebenma Start date Apr 15, 2015 Beach Club Dee Apr 15, 2015 September 2023: Soft Good Refurb at Beach Club Resort Rooms and Lobby Refurb been completed: ​ June 2023: soft good refurb at beach club villas recommencing ​. Wood Nymph said: I have some information about the boat to Hollywood Studio. They are currently running four boats to DHS, starting at 8am for a 9am park opening. (We saw all four at once). One boat sits at Boardwalk, one at Yacht Club and one at Swan/Dolphin. The fourth boat comes in from the Epcot side of the lake and goes to the BW after the first boat leaves, then YC, then S/D, then DHS. We crossed the bridge between the Yacht Club and S/D at 8:08am and the fourth boat was heading to the Yacht Club. The first three boats unloaded at DHS very quickly. The fourth boat got to the DHS boat dock just about the same time as we got to the temperature check point, around 8:26am. Click to expand... Katesdad said: Out at the bus stop in front of the YC at 7:05am to catch the AK bus to transfer to AKL for an 8:35am breakfast at Boma. AK had early hours this morning. Bus didn't show until 7:25am but made it to the park in time for those doing rope drop (had to load an electric cart at the YC). We got our AKL transfer around 8:05am and made it in time for our breakfast reservation. Katesdad Click to expand... barb969 said: We were there in January 2019. One day when we returned late in the afternoon there was a large dog barking in 5147. We were in 5145. A hotel manager was there. The guest returned about 20 minutes later. The barking stopped and in the next couple of days we heard one short yip. Part of the dog agreement is that if the dog is noisy the guest must return within 30 minutes. If the dog will not be quiet it must be moved to the kennel. There is a dog walking area. Click to expand... focusondisney said: This link was posted on the Club Level thread. Looks like the reviewer was able to stay on the 5th floor with his dog. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Locatio...sney_s_Yacht_Club_Resort-Orlando_Florida.html Click to expand... Attachments Dedicated Cast Member providing service to the cabanas Cocktail service Ceiling fan Padded furniture, including chairs and couch Television with cable access Charging outlet/USB Mini refrigerator stocked with complimentary sodas and water Fruit basket (may not be available without advance reservation) Plush towels Cabinet safe MinneTinK said: Just wanted to share for all those hoping to book cabanas. I had the number stored in my phone & watched the second hand on my clock & called just as it struck 7am. Once the recorded message moves to your options I hit 3 immediately rather than waiting to hear my choices. The next menu began in which the cabana option is just remain on the line. A CM answered immediately! I was able to book my first choice of date which is halfway through our trip. The same CM also offered to help with dining while I was on the line. I know many people have reported waiting on hold for hours so just wanted to share & hopefully help someone! Click to expand... TJA said: We were just there 8/24-27. The chairs were in sets of 3 and 4 with some space in between the sets. As far as masks: the only person we saw with a mask was the CM walking around taking drink orders (not sure if he was also taking food orders but we assumed he was....). We looked around and did not see any guests wearing a mask once inside the pool area and situated on a chair or at a table. We did see a mask flying around the pool deck and that brings up the issue of people wearing them to the pool and then losing them or the wind taking them away once at the pool. We saw some creative ways to store masks for sure, lol, with one family attaching their masks to their flip flops while laying in chairs. Click to expand... sarmat1 said: To enter the line for the Jib slide, you have to actually go out of the pool area entirely. Once on the slide, you go under not 1, but 2 waterfalls that will definitely dump water on your head. The slide ultimately feeds into 4 feet of water and you come down with such force that you will go under water (unless wearing a vest). The exiting part of the slide is in a roped off area of the pool and a lifeguard will be sitting there. That guard will likely keep others out of the roped off area, so parents are not allowed to "catch" their children coming off. Depending on how adventurous your kids are, you might want to go with them the first time. The kiddie area of SAB with the little beach area to play on is on the complete other side of where the slide ends. You'll need to determine your comfort level with older kids going on the slide (then exiting the pool area to go on again and again) if you're with a younger child in the kiddie area. That's the one thing I didn't like about SAB. It's so big, it can become difficult to supervise all of your different age kids simultaneously with the many different sections. Maybe this is an issue for others, maybe not, but I thought it deserved mentioning. Click to expand... beebeeryan said: With regards to the Jib slide and younger kids...if you stand around where the slide comes out you can walk with them to the pathway where they cross over and watch them go up then walk back to the pool. You'll make it back well before they get down, since there are always at least a few people in line and it's a long way down. Also if you go before your child, you could wait towards the rope for them, the lifeguard may or may not usher you away quickly. Click to expand... Wood Nymph said: I asked a lifeguard what the policy was for wearing life vests on the pirate slide. She said that you can wear the vests that they provide for the guests but you can't wear flotation devices that you bring from home. Click to expand... Cluelyss said: My daughter just did it yesterday and loved every minute of it! There were 8 in her class (not sure if it was “full” but was the perfect size for plenty of individual instruction). Kids ranged in ages from probably 6-12 and should be a decent swimmer as the fins are not easy to maneuver! They got to do several “tricks” like swimming through hoops and you have the option at the end to purchase (or order) your own tail. The class takes place in the pirate slide pool, which was was the only downfall, as I think it would have been better for them to have more room to move around. At the end they had “free swim” and it was a bit crowded with 8 tails swimming about! We pre-booked not long after the class was announced. I’m sure it will be based on the class on any given day what the age range will be, but I’d assume she’d be on the older end? We didn’t purchase a tail there but brought home info to order online (they provide a $10 off discount code at the class) and prices range from $109-119 on their website. Click to expand... Wood Nymph said: I did the Regatta Run at the Yacht Club Marina this morning and it was a lot of fun. My husband took a few pictures of it. We had approximately ten runners with two of them being young teens who smoked the field. It was tons of fun. Click to expand... adizzle819 said: My mom and I did the ceramics painting earlier this year. It was great! The price was pretty reasonable (it depended on what you wanted to paint, but I think my mug was around $15?), they provide all the materials you need, and there was no time limit (which was good for me because I like to take my time with things). The only thing to note is that if you do the ceramics, they have to put it in the kiln, so it won't be available for a day or two, so try and do it earlier in the week. All other crafts you can take with you that day. You could also do any of the crafts any day of the week. Click to expand... Disney before Sally said: Chris from Disney Itinerary Planning Office informs me that there are cups, plates, and figurines with the only Disney characters being Snow White and Ariel. Prices run between $5-$25 dollars. This is the ceramics class at Sandcastle Club on Wednesday's from 2:30PM-3:30PM. Then they fire them to set the paint; and, we pick them up 2-3 days later. The time he gave me is different from the published times on the monthly activities flyer. Click to expand... 4Spen said: We did the ceramics while at the BC last week. My daughter painted a jewelry box type thing. It had a dolphin on the top. We did it around 2:30 on Wednesday and it was available for pick-up after 5 on Thursday. (The oven is at the Boardwalk so they take it over there to set the paint) Her jewelry box was $14.00 plus tax. She really enjoyed it and I think that is her favorite souvenir from the trip. ( and she spent her birthday money on plenty of things) Click to expand... Weezerette said: I couldn’t find any pictures of this in my googling, so I wanted to post. Today my daughter did the Beach in a Bowl craft in the solarium. $15 each. They pack it up for travel after you are done. I thought it was so cute. Wednesday from 12:30-2:30 on the current activity schedule. Click to expand... SwanVT2 said: Wanted to report that DD and I tried Ship Shape Salon for haircuts. Fabulous service and beautiful haircuts. They even gave my daughter an Elsa braid and pixie dust in her hair. If you don't want to spend on BBB this is the way to go. A trim, complimentary braid and pixie dust on cost 24.00. My hairdresser even put some pixie dust in my daughter's Elsa doll. It was quite the treat. My haircut was a lot more expensive as an adult but it was very well done and relaxing. Also, the hairdresser said they have Princess packages as well for kids. Click to expand... saintstickets said: DW made her way to the Ship Shape Spa for her massage. This spa does not advertise well at all that it offers massages and facials in addition to exercise facilities. Our last two stays at BCV or BWV, DW has walked to the Mandara Spa located at the Swan & Dolphin for a massage. This is much closer, especially when staying at the BCV and according to DW, the massage was just as good if not a little better than what she has experienced at Mandara. No pics from the spa but they do offer a DVC discount. Click to expand... nannette said: I've done the mani/pedi at Periwigs.. DD has had a massage at the Ship Shape Club. DD said it's the best massage she's had and she's had a lot!! I forget the name of the girl, but my daughter said she was so good that she actually went back a few days later for another! The mani/pedi was not what I'm used to... I always have that done before I go to Disney. I have however had reflexology at SSR and that was pretty good. ~N Click to expand... njmom76 said: Spa was very nice. Pedi prices were in line with the nice spas by me in NJ, not nail places, but spas. It was 55 plus gratuity for 45 minutes. The 15% AP discount made it even nicer. The massage chairs are comfortable and my feet felt refreshed. Staff was very helpful & friendly. Not a huge selection of polishes, but enough. It was definitely a relaxing atmosphere, but I was basically the only client!!! I would go back for sure. Click to expand... shoreward said: I also came across http://www.glutenfreedairyfreewdw.com/ , which has good resources for those dealing with dairy and gluten sensitivities, while at WDW. Click to expand... shoreward said: There is some very useful info posted, such as http://www.glutenfreedairyfreewdw.com/dining-resources/menus/ , which displays restricted-diet menus available at some resorts and parks. Click to expand... Best Aunt said: While I'm on the subject of gluten free, these are on the sign in Beachclub Marketplace, but I did not see them on the counter. I bought them at the Boardwalk Bakery. The brownie was good. The cookie, not so good. It was dried out and not very tasty. Click to expand... Best Aunt said: To people staying at Beach Club Villas (or any DVC property at Disney World): There has been a change of policy. You can now get extra towels and extra coffee and coffee supplies (1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners) for free. If you are staying in a 1-bedroom unit or larger, you can now get extra 1-load boxes of laundry detergent for free. In the past, if you were staying on points and you requested these things, you were supposed to have to pay for them, although Disney had been inconsistent as to whether or not you actually were charged. Additional Amenity Requests You’ll be provided with the following amenities at no extra charge at the start of your stay and during each Housekeeping service. These amenities can also be replenished upon request at no additional charge: Coffee Package: Includes 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners Towel Package: Includes 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat Laundry Detergent (only in 1-, 2- and 3-Bedroom Villas): Includes 1 box for 1 load of laundry NOTE: Rates are subject to change without notice. Click to expand... Empty trash and replace liners in trash bins Provide fresh bathroom linens Replace bath amenities as needed Replenish facial tissues, paper towels and toilet paper Replenish coffee, sugar, cream and sweeteners Change the bed linens Vacuum and dust the vacation villa Clean the bathroom(s) Clean the kitchen/kitchenette and wash the dishes Deluxe Studio: $30 per day requested 1-Bedroom Villa: $45 per day requested 2-Bedroom Villa: $60 per day requested 3-Bedroom Grand Villa: $75 per day requested Deluxe Studio: $10 per day requested 1-Bedroom Villa: $15 per day requested 2-Bedroom Villa: $20 per day requested 3-Bedroom Grand Villa: $30 per day requested Coffee Package: Includes 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners Towel Package: Includes 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat Laundry Detergent (only in 1-, 2- and 3-Bedroom Villas): Includes 1 box for 1 load of laundry PCFriar80 said: BCVs are configured with 3 specific rooms on all floors that are handicap accessible. Rooms x25, x28 and x30 are off the main elevator. x25 is a dedicated studio. x28 is a studio lock-off with x30 a 1BR, so can be configured as standalone studio, standalone 1BR or combined for a 2BR. Click to expand... Wood Nymph said: You will have at least one balcony when staying at the BCV's. All of the BCV studios have balconies. All of the villas have a balcony off the living room. Most, but not all, of the master bedrooms have a balcony. Some of the balconies are bigger than others, depending on what floor you are on and location. Click to expand... MickeyT said: Here's another shot of the balconies at BCV's I made in 2013. First floor=patio. Second floor=large balcony all the way across. We were on the third floor. No balcony in bedrooms but a larger one in living room. And fourth floor=three small balconies each. And guess what. This layout is not the same throughout. We were on the road side this year (Rm 352) and there different layouts on the other floors. I doubt if the architect that designed this place had any idea how much trouble he/she was going to cause us.. Click to expand... natebenma said: Here is the tag from the daybed for the person who asked. Hope this helps. Click to expand... shoreward said: Good detective work, Dee! Flexsteel is a very large manufacturer of furniture for the contract (commercial) market. According to the tag info, here is the model of sleeper sofa, which is manufactured for hospitality and senior living resident rooms: http://www.flexsteel.com/product/repose-cb002-44 Specs: http://www.flexsteel.com/flx/spec_sheet.php?sku=CB002-44 Flexsteel has always manufactured very comfortable sleeper sofas. Click to expand... Wood Nymph said: All of the villas have a balcony off the living room. Some of the master bedrooms have a balcony, too, some don't. And all of the studios have a balcony. So, it does seem confusing to have full balcony as a choice unless they are referring to having a balcony for the master bedroom. Click to expand... Wood Nymph said: If you do online check in and state an arrival time then your entitlements (tickets, dining plan, etc) become active at that time. You can go to a park, use dining credits, etc. Sometimes there is a problem with the reservation that requires someone to go to the front desk. An example would be a credit card glitch. If you don't receive a direct to room text before you arrive at the resort then you will have to physically check in before you can access SAB. But most often you will receive a direct to room text which will let you know the status of your room, i.e. ready or not. If you receive the direct to room text then you are all checked in and don't have to go to the front desk unless you want to talk to them about something. The problem is that you won't know whether you will be able to skip the front desk until your arrival day. Click to expand... NYCgrrl said: Special occasion or just don't see what you want at WDW? Click to expand... NYCgrrl said: We ordered a bottle of vintage Champagne from an online site based in FL: https://www.finding.wine/ Less to carry, good rating, arrived on time, and excellent price. Delivery was free but not sure if that was a holiday special or not. Click to expand... Minimum Order: None $14; orders over $200 are free Same day delivery $30; next day delivery $20 Tipping is optional but encouraged Alcohol: Yes Delivery to Bell Services: Yes – even alcohol FAQ Link: https://www.gardengrocer.com/faqs You can place the order well ahead of time and add on items up to three times before you arrive Alcohol can be left at bell services if you send them a picture of your ID validating your age before you go – this is an easy process through a form on their website Actual grocery prices are higher than other options Order greater than 60 days before your delivery date for 10% off (10For60) – should be automatically applied Order greater than 30 days before your delivery for 7% off (7For30) – should be automatically applied https://www.disboards.com/search/121165821/?q="garden+grocer"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about Garden Grocer $0 - $50.00 fee is $19.00 $50.00 - $100.00 fee is $24.00 $100.00 - $200.00 fee is $29.00 $200.00 - $300.00 fee is $39.00 > $300.00 fee is 13% of the grocery receipt total + $3.00 fuel surcharge will be added to all orders + $10.00 fee for same day service, if available. Does not apply to pre-arranged same day return trips + $5.00 per each additional store shopped at + $20.00 for warehouse type stores (Costco, Sam's Club, etc.) + $10.00 for "bag your own groceries" type stores Additional fee for after-hours service, if available. Please call for rate and availability A minimum gratuity of the greater of 15% of the grocery receipt(s) total or $10.00 will be added to all orders that are left at bell services. Restocking Fee: We charge a 100% restocking fee for any age restricted items, including alcohol purchases, due to no valid identification, no call, no show or missed appointments (verified by actual flight arrival time). Legal Notice: Florida state law mandates that the delivery of ANY age restricted items, including alcohol, must be transacted face to face and verified with valid, age appropriate identification. NO EXCEPTIONS! Delivery to Bell Services: Yes, but a minimum gratuity of the greater of 15% of the grocery receipt(s) total or $10.00 will be added to all orders that are left at bell services. FAQ Link: https://www.wegoshop.com/location15-1-6.html PROS: Can ask for very specific items Can shop at more than 1 store Can leave special instructions related to substitutions Can pay with cash CONS: Complicated fee structure Have to type out list of items Won’t have full price until after shop because they charge actual retail prices Other Info: Ask about loyalty rewards program and referral program Can purchase a $100 gift card for $75 – must purchase >1 month before you will use it and can only use one per shop USE CAUTION! Multiple reports recently of unhappy customers!! https://www.disboards.com/search/121165288/?q="we+go+shop"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about We Go Shop Minimum Order: No Fees: $9.00 delivery fee to the Beach or Yacht Club Alcohol: No Delivery to Bell Services: No mention PROS: Prescriptions, toiletries and more CONS: Website can be difficult to navigate Deliveries are made same day within a few hours ofthe time the order is placed. Please call to verify your order's estimated delivery time. Please note, all online orders placed after regular business hours will be delivered the next morning. We can find many items - even ones we do not regularly stock - and deliver them for you. If there is an item you need, just call us and we will try to find it for you. Guests may also order items in advance if they have items too bulky for air travel or if the items are prohibited on airplanes. Distilled water is always available!! Our courier service can also obtain many products we do not normally stock from other retailers and deliver them. There are many retailers around the WDW area but taxi rates are most times more expensive than our delivery fee. https://www.disboards.com/search/121166327/?q="turner+drug"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about Turner Drug $10 Fee to add alcohol to order with $50 minimum order Delivery to Bell Services: Yes, unless your order contains alcohol FAQ Link: https://www.dizzydolphindelivery.com/pages/faq.php Very flexible - you can specify your preferred brands and stores when placing an order Offer Groceries, alcohol, small appliances, possibly other items You don’t know the price right away Ordering can be confusing Extra charges for alcohol delivery Other Info: https://www.disboards.com/search/121166069/?q="dizzy+dolphin"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about Dizzy Dolphin Minimum Order: $10 Delivery fee charged based on order size, order composition, and volume of business for non-Instacart-Express orders – fee is visible when you order. Typically, around $4.99-$9.99 depending on when you want your order window Instacart also charges a surcharge based on order size Tipping shopper/driver is optional but encouraged Someone 21+ must be present for delivery Must be present if alcohol is ordered FAQ Link: https://www.instacart.com/help PROS: You can choose from many stores Lots of hidden fees that you can’t see until you get to check out Available delivery windows can change while you build your list Other Info: Shopper will text with substitutions, etc, may be an issue if you order before you get on the airplane https://www.disboards.com/search/121166212/?q="instacart"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about Instacart Minimum Order: No - $7 surcharge for orders under $35 We offer alcohol delivery in select cities from a variety of retailers! If you are in the coverage area for this service, beer, wine, and spirits may be available for delivery. A $7 delivery fee may be applied to alcohol orders from select retailers. Delivery to Bell Services: States delivery to customer only – need real world experience to verify FAQ Link: https://help.shipt.com Our members can expect to pay about $5 more using Shipt than they would on a $35 order purchased in the store themselves Shopper will text with substitutions, etc, may be an issue if you order before you get on the airplane https://www.disboards.com/search/121165575/?q="shipt"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about Shipt Fees: Must be Amazon Prime member – Free two-hour delivery for orders over $35; $4.99 for orders under $35 someone 21+ must be present for delivery FAQ Link: https://primenow.amazon.com/learn-more?ref_=pn_un_ftr_hiw Delivers within 2 hours Delivers to Bell Services unless order contains alcohol Don’t try to make your cart too early. Stock changes constantly and things may become unavailable quickly. Other Info: For delivery to the Yacht & Beach Club resort, which is a convention resort, this is preferable to Amazon Prime Pantry which will deliver to the Convention Center and will be subject to a pickup fee based on the package weight and limited pickup hours https://www.disboards.com/search/121166513/?q="amazon+prime+now"&o=date Click link above to see recent posts about Amazon PrimeNow I think these are delivered to the convention center and therefore subject to weight-based fee and must be picked up. Safeway has discontinued their Orlando delivery service as of July 7th, 2018 Package Weight Package Handling Fee 0 to 5 lbs $5 6 to 20 lbs $10 21 to 40 lbs $15 41 to 69 lbs $20 Display Cases 0-69 lbs $25 70 to 134 lbs $100 Over 135 lbs $0.75 per lb Envelope: $3.00 Small Box: $3.00 (up to 4 lbs) Med Box: $5.00 (5 lbs – 20 lbs) Large Box: $10.00 (21 lbs – 70 lbs) Golf Club: $10.00 Display Cases: $15.00 Pallets: $70.00 per 100 lbs Boski said: So I'm going to try an experiment here. I shot these using my remote shutter through the Nikon app. When I do that it also saves the images (as jpegs) to my phone and then my phone automatically uploads to Google Photos. I messed around at the airport on the way home and created a nice little animation with it using the jpegs so I'm going to try and post that. I did edit the RAW files so these aren't my "edits", and some of the shots didn't turn out great, but the animation was pretty cool and should give you a good idea of what to expect. Lets see if I can pull this off. Click to expand... Wood Nymph said: Melita and Senseo both have coffee pods. I bought the Melita pods at Walmart . Here is a link to the Walmart ad: Click to expand... Jon84 said: I don't know if this is in the Room info post, but I was worried that my laptop would not fit in the wall safe as they are a fair bit smaller than the box ones elsewhere in WDW. I can confirm that a 15'' MacBook Pro fits' in the save with around 2 inches to spare around in all 3 dimensions Click to expand... catho72 said: I was able to fit two iPad's, a Kindle, a wallet, and a wallet size zippered pouch in our BC safe. Nothing got smooshed or broken. I wish it were a tad larger so I could have put the kid's iPod's into it, but oh well. I was impressed with all I DID fit in there. Click to expand... Ziggy said: Going back to the safe question I do think there are different sizes, last year my macbook pro wouldn't fit in the safe in BWI CL but it has fit in the safe in OKW. Click to expand... We had to take a shelf out, but we fit two gallons of milk, 4 packages of lunch meat, two packs of sliced cheese, a thing of butter, 12 cans of beer, and a 10" cake. Click to expand... sparklemint said: We did have to move the shelves around a bit, into the two uppermost slots. It was actually easier to fit the gallon jug into the new fridge vs. other mini-fridges, because there's nothing poking out from the door, and you don't lose any space to a freezer compartment. Other times we've had to put gallon jugs on their side to fit, depending on exactly where the compressor is and how the shelves sit. Click to expand... ELIGIBLE BOUNCEBACK 2024 DATES​ dansdad said: We have found this to transport us back to our stays at YC. Click to expand... dansdad said: https://magiccandlecompany.com/products/yacht Click to expand... MrsPMcD said: I have the Beach Club Spireside. They don't have the strongest smell when burning but definitely smell of the Beach Club I have burned one and have one living in a drawer - saving it! However, I have also found that Yankee Candle "Beach Walk" reminds me of the Beach Club (your opinion may differ!). Don't know where you're based but in the UK Carex antibacterial Aloe Vera liquid soap also smells reminiscent of the BC. Click to expand... dreamseeker9 said: About candles... I bought the Beach Club candle from Circa 1955, I really like it! It comes in two sizes. Click to expand... Branflakes said: I have! I bought them when they were called Anthology candles. ETA: Company is now called Spireside Candles. The beach club candle is 100% like walking into the lobby. I bought 6. I also bought the Soarin and the black pearl. ALL are exactly like you're in the very place at WDW where those scents are present. They burn beautifully. Clean, and even all the way to the bottom of the jar. There are other candle makers that do Disney scents, but this company is the only one I've found that has it right. They are hand poured, and they have done in depth research, clearly. And they will fragrance your home. It's not just the candle smells good, but when it's burning you have to be in top of it to smell it. Click to expand... Hootenany said: Check out this website! I, too, am obsessed with the Beach/Yacht Club scent! This company has a similar scent in a candle and wax tart form. We LOVE it! https://spireside.com/collections/candles/products/clover-fields-candle Click to expand... busymommy2pink said: Beach club lovers. After 5 years I have found the closest smell to the lobby smell in my opinion so far!!! Low and behold..... Click to expand... Scott MC said: BEACH:YACHT SCENT ALERT! I picked up this spray at Bath and Bodyworks yesterday, and while it’s not perfect, it’s “of the essence” of our favorite scent! Click to expand... AGoofykindagirl said: A tip in case you rent an ECV and do not have a room that the door stays open longer (handicapped accessible): Bring with you a door stop to get the ECV in the room. It is very difficult for someone to stand and hold the door open while someone drives the ECV in. (I am speaking as the door holder whose foot was run over at least twice a day until we bought the door stop). I do agree that renting from offsite is much better and the DISabilities thread is full of helpful folks. Click to expand... Ninja Mom said: Here is what Ninja Mom, who has had a bout with cancer herself and is missing a part or two, has learned to do when going on a Disney trip.... Click to expand... Ninja Mom said: 1) Have realistic expectations 2) Plan Ahead! 3) "Zig" when everyone else "Zags" to avoid the crowds and spend less time waiting in lines 4) Go EARLY at park opening, LEAVE at Lunch time and go back to the hotel for a rest. Go out again for dinner and an evening of more attractions. 5) Start walking now ~NM Click to expand... crazy4wdw said: I discovered a recent post on YouTube which has video of the new Beach Club rooms: Click to expand... Lisann said: Also, Acoustic Alchemy plays throughout Beach Club. I'm listening to them now! Click to expand... MickeyT said: The DIS Podcast team recently did shows on the Beach Club resort and Yacht Club resort: Only negative is Captains Grille and they didn't seem to know about the refurbishment schedule http://www.disunplugged.com/2015/02/18/dis-unplugged-podcast-021915-7-in-7-beach-club/ http://www.disunplugged.com/2015/02/20/dis-unplugged-podcast-022015-7-in-7-yacht-club/ Click to expand... 16 oz. heavy cream 6 egg yolks 16 oz. white chocolate 4 gelatin sheets or 2 tbs. powdered gelatin place in 3 oz water 1 dozen Oreo Cookies (crumbled) 3 dozen Oreo Cookies (whole) 16 oz. dark chocolate Melt chocolate. Whip 16 oz. heavy cream until consistency of ice cream. Place gelatin in cold water. Heat egg yolks until warm; add chocolate, stirring constantly. Place gelatin in microwave until gelatin is dissolved. While gelatin is heating, add one third of heavy cream to the egg yolk and white chocolate mixture; mix well. Add a little of the cream to the heated gelatin and mix well, then add both the gelatin mixture and the chocolate mixture to the remaining whipped cream and fold until incorporated. Fold in crumbled cookies, mixing well. Let mousse set up, around 2-4 hours. Place 3 dozen Oreo cookies on a sheet pan. Pipe mousse onto cookies, and dip into ganache. Over light heat, melt 16 oz. chocolate into 16 oz. of heavy cream, mixing until combined. Share this page Dis news & updates. 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Winter of 2024! Meandering Around at Yacht Club Resort Disney Resort Hopping-Disney Yacht and Beach Club resort tour and Skyliner ride (Episode 3) VERY EXCLUSIVE Lounge at Disney's Yacht Club COMMENTS Pools at Disney's Yacht Club Resort Hours and lifeguard availability vary by pool and are subject to change. For assistance with your Walt Disney World vacation, including resort/package bookings and tickets, please call (407) 939-5277. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Guests under 18 years of age must have ... Disney's Yacht Club Resort For assistance with your Walt Disney World vacation, including resort/package bookings and tickets, please call (407) 939-5277. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort Pools & Wellness To reserve a cabana, please call (407) WDW-PLAY or (407) 939-7529. Private dining is also available at an additional cost. COST: $249+. Tidal Pool. Disney's Beach Club Resort pool—the 43,000-gallon Tidal pool—is located in a garden area on the far end of the resort facing Crescent Lake. Guide to Disney World Pools: Rules, Info & FAQ What are pool hours? Feature or main pool hours are 10 am until 10 pm or 11 pm daily, depending upon the season. (Expect warmer months to see longer hours.) Leisure or quiet pools are once again open 24 hours per day. As always, operating hours are subject to change without notice (mostly due to weather). The 4 Pools at Disney's Beach and Yacht Club (A Resorts Gal Guide) As mentioned above, Disney's Beach and Yacht Club has four swimming pools. They are as follows: Stormalong Bay; Tidal Pool; Dunes Cove Pool; Admiral's Pool ; We'll preview each pool further below. The Tidal Pool at Disney's Beach Club Pool Hours at Disney's Beach and Yacht Club . During our visit, pool hours at Stormalong Bay were ... Pools at Disney's Yacht Club Resort Choose from 3 leisure pools at Disney's Beach and Yacht Club Resorts. pool is located in the garden area on the far end of the resort facing Crescent Lake. Disney's Yacht Club Resort pool can be found in its own tranquil garden area. A third pool is privately located in the ; although it is situated for the convenience of Beach Club Villas ... Your Guide To Disney's Yacht Club Resort Swimming Pools. Stormalong Bay-Disney's Yacht Club and Disney's Beach Club share the be all and end all of Disney pools called Stormalong Bay.This pool area feels more like a water park with a 750,000 gallon pool offering 3 acres of aquatic fun. You can immerse yourself in this expansive sand-bottomed pool or relax in the lazy circular river. Recreation at Disney's Yacht Club Resort From January 2025 through June 2025, Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. During this time, Guests are welcome to swim at the Tidal, Admiral and Dunes Cove leisure pools. A Couple's Guide to Disney's Yacht Club Resort The Yacht Club is perfect for those that love to walk, be it leisurely or briskly. The location of the resort is right smack in between Epcot and Hollywood Studios with a clear walkway between the two. The walk to Hollywood Studios took us about 20 minutes at a leisurely pace whereas the walk to Epcot's International Gateway took all of 5 ... Our Guide to Disney's Yacht Club Resort One of the biggest perks at the resort is Disney's Yacht Club pool. Well, "pool" is putting it lightly, as Yacht and Beach Club basically share their own mini water park! Located in the middle of both resorts, Stormalong Bay offers three acres of a sand-bottomed pool, lazy river, whirlpool spas, an epic 230-foot-long waterslide, poolside ... Disney's Yacht Club Resort Amenities Rooms Dining Recreation Transportation Resort Map Photos. DISboards.com Yacht Club FAQ. Reviews. Yacht Club Resort Address/Phone: 1700 Epcot Resorts Blvd. Lake Buena Vista, FL. Phone: (407) 934-7000. Check-in: 3pm / Check-out: 11am. Resort Area: Epcot. The Resorts Gal Guide to Disney's Yacht Club All of the rooms at Disney's Yacht Club have a balcony. Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m., and check-out is at 11:00 a.m. A water view room is of either Crescent Lake or a pool view of the Admiral Pool. Dining at Disney's Yacht Club . Here is an overview of dining at Disney's Yacht Club Resort. Your Guide to Disney's Beach & Yacht Club Resorts Similar to Disney's Beach Club Resort's rooms, Disney's Yacht Club offers Standard, Garden/Woods, or Water views. Each room sleeps up to 5-guests plus an additional child under 3 in a crib ... Disney's Yacht Club Resort For assistance with your Walt Disney World vacation, including resort/package bookings and tickets, please call (407) 939-5277. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. Guests at Disney's Yacht Club Resort ... Disney's Yacht Club Resort Review (Is it worth it?) Disney's Yacht Club Resort is one of the most beautiful and convenient hotels in all of Walt Disney World. With its classy design, enormous pool, and prime location, it's easy to see why the Yacht Club at Disney World is such a highly sought after place to stay. My family and I have visited numerous hotels on Disney property, but the Yacht ... Disney's Yacht Club Resort Pool: Pictures & Reviews Wonderful hotel. Great choice of hotel, perfect location, friendly staff and very clean spacious rooms, right next to Epcot. The swimming pool is huge and fun for young and old. Catch the Disney bus right outside the main entrance to visit other parks. We will definitely stay at this hotel again, great value. What are the pool hours for Disney Yacht Club... I checked with a Cast Member, and while always subject to change without notice, currently the pool is open from 9:00AM - 11:00PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy throughout the day! Also, be sure to check to see if they have any poolside events going on…when we were there last, they had a movie night complete with campfire s'mores! Yacht Club pool hours We are staying at the YC in May, 25-30. Anyone know what the pool hours would be at that time of year? I tried asking CRO, but they only have current hours which are 10-8. I would expect them to be later in May. Any ideas??? TIA!!! Yacht & Beach Club Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort Recreation Activities — Magical Resort Guide. Accept. From January 2025 through June 2025, Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed for routine maintenance. Guests may see or hear construction work during daytime hours. What are the pool hours at the Beach Club resort? The options at the Walt Disney World Resort make each trip unique and I am excited to help other families build vacations with those unforgettable moments. Currently the posted ours for Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts are 10 AM- 10 PM, but please keep in mind that pool hours are... Disney's Yacht Club Resort 1700 Epcot Resorts Boulevard. For assistance with your Walt Disney World vacation, including resort/package bookings and tickets, please call (407) 939-5277. For Walt Disney World dining, please book your reservation online. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call. Disney's YACHT & BEACH CLUB RESORTS Information & Questions Periwig's Beauty and Barber Shop, a unisex salon, is located between Disney's Yacht Club Resort and Disney's Beach Club Resort. Hours are Monday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Call (407) 934-3260 for information. Info and Price List for Ship Shape Health Club & Spa and Periwig's Beauty Salon Room Rates at Disney's Yacht Club Resort To check hotel offer availability and make room reservations, call 407-934-7639†. Please note: Discounts are not available for every offer for every affiliation indicated above. †Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call. Current Room. catamaran gulet motorboat powerboat riverboat sailboat trimaran yacht