Hiya pals!
We’re here to talk about the moderate hotel category! These include Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs, Port Orleans Riverside and French Quarter, and Disney Vacation Clubs (DVC) Old Key West and Saratoga Spring Resorts. I have been fortunate enough to stay at all of these resorts. Why choose a Disney Moderate resort? Let’s jump right in and take a closer look.
Carribean Beach Resort
Theming here is immersively tropical including the store and restaurants. Located in the EPCOT resort area, you are transported to the islands of the Caribbean including Aruba, Barbados, Jamaica, Martinique and Trinidad.
They offer Little Mermaid rooms if you or your little one is into The Little Mermaid. They aren’t overly themed, but definitely give off under the sea vibes. We can’t wait to try them out hopefully soon. Bus transportation will get you to and from the parks with ease. Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios is fast and easy. Exploring your resort you’ll find hammocks, bike rentals, playgrounds and more.
Restaurants
Included is Sebastian’s Bistro, a sit-down restaurant. Centertown Market where you can grab and go or relax and stay awhile. As well as pool bars, Spyglass Grill and Banana Cabana. All of these locations offer great food and a relaxing atmosphere. To see our review of Sebastian’s Bistro click here.
Pools
Located in each of the islands ensuring there’s one close to your room! Fuentes del Morro, the main pool has a feature water slide, and includes a hot tub and splash area for the little ones.
Activities
Include movie nights under the stars and campfire with smores. Both of these activities can be found by the mail pool. You can find location, dates and times of these activities in the lobby or on the tv in your room. So, make sure you don’t miss out!
We stayed at Caribbean Beach Resort this past summer and loved our time there! If you’d like to read all about it, you can do so here.
Coronado Springs Resort
This beautiful resort features a smooth blend of Mexican and Spanish culture. It’s located in the Animal Kingdom resort area and offers only bus transportation to and from the parks.
There are Rancheros, Cabanas and Casitas for your room location choice, or you may prefer to stay in the Tower. You have the option of staying Club Level, as well as your standard and preferred rooms.
Exploring your resort you’ll have a full health club, meeting spaces, laundry machines and more.
Restaurants
There is sit down dining at Toledo, RIX Sports bar, Three Bridges, several lounges and pool bars. At El Mercado de Coronado, you’ll find amazing dishes from rooftop to lakeside, upscale to kick back and relax styling.
Pools
Located around the resort with 3 leisure pools and the main pool: The Lost City of Cibola pool. Alongside the gorgeous waterfalls and hot tubs is featured a 123-foot waterslide. Located near the pool you’ll find ping pong, playgrounds with more to discover.
Activities
You can find Sangria University arcade, sand volleyball and more! You can find all location dates and times at the front desk located in the tower, or on your in-room tv.
Port Orleans Riverside & Port Orleans French Quarter
These two resorts offer a distinct New Orleans feel. Riverside and French Quarter are, in fact, two separate resorts, but are located right next to each other. Located in the Disney Springs resort area.
With Disney Springs next door you can hop on a boat and head on over. Opening up a lot more options to enjoy! Alongside boat transportation, there are buses to get you to and from the parks.
Exploring your resort, you’ll be enticed to try a Mickey shaped beignet, or a horse-drawn carriage ride, alongside many other fun offerings!
Restaurants
Located around the resorts include Boatwright’s (Riverside) a beautiful sit-down spot, and food court style dining experiences at Sassagoula Floatworks (French Quarter) and Riverside Mill. There are bars and lounges located in both locations.
Pools
There are wonderful pools at both resorts. They have water slides and a large pool deck to use. At each of these resorts you can find relaxing hot tubs, including leisure pools scattered around resort property.
Activities
At these resorts included are movies under the stars, carriage rides, and beautiful riverside strolls just to name a few.
Old Key West Resort
This iconic resort brings you right to the Florida Keys where you can relax and unwind after a long day in the parks. Old Key West is a DVC resort, if you’re looking to have a place of your own, you can here!
Bus transportation will get you to and from the parks. Additionally, there is access to river boats, delivering you to Disney Springs for all your shopping desires!
Restaurants
Different restaurants include Olivia’s Café and a pool bar and lounge. At Olivia’s you’ll find great home style food and an amazing Bloody Mary (ask me how I know!).
Pools
Pools offered here include Sandcastle Pool, near the main entrance, and 3 leisure pools placed around property. You’ll be able to spot a famous silhouette at the mouth of the fun water slide! Take a guess at who it is!
Saratoga Springs Resort
At Saratoga Springs, a DVC resort, you will be immersed in the Victorian era and surrounded by equestrian decor like you were at the tracks. Here you’ll be among scenic golf courses. If you play, make sure to call ahead to make a reservation!
Disney Springs is next door to this beautiful resort making it an enjoyable walk or a quick boat ride over. Complimentary buses will get you park service.
Restaurants
Included at Saratoga Springs are the Turf Club Bar and Grill, lounges and pool side bars. Like all resorts on property, you have the option of grab and go options too!
Pools
Here you will find 3 leisure pools and 2 feature pools with water slides. Hot tubs are located at each feature pool, and splash pad areas for the younger kids to enjoy.
Activities
You can find activities such as yoga, fishing, bike rentals and much more!
You’re sure to find a resort you love in the moderate category of Disney hotels! Each resort has a different, distinctive feel to it. The rooms in this price point are slightly larger and the theming a little more immersive.
We love staying at these resorts, the pools are fun with both unique water slides and splash pad areas. The grown-ups like to soak in the bubbly waters of the hot tubs, it seems to take some of the tiredness out of our feet and legs after walking around the parks all day.
Treat yourself to some yummy drinks at Disney’s Old Key West Resort
The restaurants offered at these resorts are amazing and have menus that will make your mouth water for days!
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Let us know which resort you would pick in the comments below! Want to learn more about other resorts? Check out our other blogs to learn more about Value Resorts or Deluxe Resorts!
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