A dream Disney vacation, think about it! Where are you staying? What are you eating? If you could stay anywhere, where would it be? If you could choose a Disney Deluxe Resort (MK Area) which one would it be?
In this blog we will go over the 4 resorts closest to Magic Kingdom. These include Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Polynesian Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa!
Looking for more deluxe resorts? Check out our blog!
Wilderness Lodge
With a warm homelike rustic feel this resort is sure to leave you in awe! Arriving at this beautiful location, you will find the entirety of the resort is built like a log cabin! It’s quite stunning.
Walking into the main building a grand fireplace will quickly catch your eye and draw you in! And feel free to sit in the many rocking chairs placed for your relaxation and enjoyment!
Alongside every other resort on property, you will find a great gift shop with merchandise galore. Something unique to this resort, Wilderness Lodge has a spring bubbling in the lobby flowing outside, leading toward the main pool! How cool is that!
Food
As you can imagine, a place like this needs some pretty spectacular food options. And they do not disappoint. At Wilderness Lodge you will find one of Disney’s newest character dining experiences, Story Book Dining at Artist’s Point. Here you will find a delightful menu with unique dishes.
Here you get to meet Dopey, Grumpy, Snow White and the Evil Queen herself. Seated in a whimsical forest-like dining room you are sure to have a spectacular time!
A highly sought-after dining location is whispering-canyon cafe. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving you family style in individual skillets! How fun!
Make sure to take advantage of their quick service dining at Roaring Forks. Again, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. A fantastic outside restaurant seating you on the lake is Geyser Point Bar and Grill! Looking for a quick drink? Check out Territory Lounge!
Rooms and Amenities
Wilderness Lodge offers an extensive list of rooms, villas, and even cabins for your vacation needs and wants.
You have the ability to stay in standard rooms, standard garden view rooms, rooms on club level with special offerings. 1,2-, and three-bedroom villas. Deluxe studios and waterside cabins which can sleep up to 8 guests. All of these come with a high price tag.
If you’re wanting a free price quote for this resort and others, use our friend and Disney travel agent Erica! She is wonderful!
The amenities this resort provides are just as great as the resort itself. There is a full spa, full gym, resort concierge, beautiful pools, and much more.
Alongside the amenities, you have access to bus transportation, Minnie vans, and boat rides directly to Magic kingdom! And one of my personal favorites, all of the resorts on the lake give you the fun chance to watch the Water Parade at night!
If you’d like to learn more about our recent trip to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, you can find it here.
The Contemporary Resort
Where to start with this Disney icon? At this magical place you can find a rich history, newly renovated rooms, and beautiful artwork as tall as the building, keep an eye out for the special goat!
There are fantastic restaurants, awesome gift shops, and how cool the monorail drives through the building while on its loop! If you don’t feel like hopping on the monorail, you are literally a stone’s throw from the magic kingdom, you can walk there in less than 10 minutes!
Restaurants
If you want quick, characters, fancy, or a nice sit-down spot there is a place for you to eat here! In the main lobby you can find Contempo Cafe, which offers grab and go items!
Next to Contempo Cafe is Chef Mickeys! Here you eat some yummy food and meet Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Pluto and Goofy.
We had brunch there our last trip and loved every minute of it! The food was bountiful, and they even catered to my brother, who has food allergies. Not only do you get to see your favorite characters, but the service and care was wonderful!
A new addition to the Contemporary is Steakhouse71. Alongside traditional steakhouse offerings, you can find a favorite dish or two of Walt Disney’s! There is always something delicious to dive into! See what we have to say about dinner at Steakhouse71.
On the very top floor of the Contemporary is California Grill. Here you will be treated to award winning food and experiences. If you plan your dinner at the right time, you could watch the nighttime fireworks show from Magic Kingdom! Truly, it is an experience to remember.
Rooms and Amenities
Very recently most of the rooms have been redesigned and redecorated to the theme of the Incredibles! If you or your littles love the Incredibles, this may be the place for you!
Having Magic Kingdom as your neighbor, you can bet there are park view rooms! The Contemporary also offers garden, pool, and lake view rooms, standard rooms, suites, and more.
At the Contemporary you will find two pools, hot tubs, water slides and more outdoor fun. Staying on site will give you access to a full gym, room service, boat rentals and the list goes on!
The Polynesian
Want to get away and escape to the islands? This breathtaking resort will instantly relax you with delightful Hawaiian music, decor that places you on the beach and an aroma of floral beauty.
Restaurants
Much like the other resorts, there are several places to dine, all at different price points. One of the most sought-after places is here at Ohanas! This divine restaurant is located in the main building on the second floor. Here they offer breakfast, lunch and dinner.
I have had the pleasure of experiencing both breakfast and dinner here and holy smokes folks! Wow! This place has incredible theming, amazing food, and a view of the castle and fireworks that are hard to beat. 10/10 would recommend!
Also offered here are the delicious Kona Cafe, Captain Cooks, Tambu lounge, Trader Sams, and the Pineapple Lani just to name a few! All mouthwatering fantasticness!
Rooms and Amenities
Let’s talk rooms for a minute! At this tropical oasis, rooms have recently been transformed into Moana rooms! Everything from the beds to the lamps, to the bathrooms have all been revamped and updated. You are sure to love it all!
Again, here we have preferred rooms, standard garden view rooms, theme park views, suites and even bungalows with gorgeous firework views!
Want to get to the park quickly? You have choices! You can hop on a boat and head to Magic Kingdom, take the monorail to Epcot or get on a bus to Hollywood studios or animal kingdom!
At the Polynesian they offer spa services, have two pools, loads of kids’ activities, and great poolside bars. You can even sit on the beach at night, with a yummy dole whip, relax and watch the fireworks! It calls me!
The Grand Floridian
Grand is in its name for a good reason! Walking into this resort you will find an elegant lobby filled with luxurious furniture, a giant bird cage, and beautiful marble everywhere. Make sure to look to the ground to spot some of your favorite Disney friends! This gorgeous resort makes you feel like you’re living the dream!
Restaurants
You will not go without amazing food and dining experiences here! They have a delicious quick service spot called Grand Floridian Cafe. Offering everything from grab and go to ordering delicious coffees.
If you’re looking for the ultimate black-tie dinner, you may want to experience Victoria and Alberts. With a strict dress code, you will be seated and dined with an 11-course meal! At this award-winning restaurant, you are sure to be dazzled!
Feel like enjoying an adult beverage? Check out the Enchanted Rose, a newly designed bar and lounge decorated to Beauty and the Beast!
Alongside all of these options you will find Citricos Lounge, 1900 Park Fare, Courtyard pool bar, Beaches Pool Bar and Grill, Gasparilla Island Grill and more!
Rooms and Amenities
You have everything from single rooms to three-bedroom villas, you have park views, lagoon views and garden views to choose from.
I had the pleasure of spending a few nights here last January, and I’m here to tell you it was worth every penny we saved. We had 9 people in our group, and we had ample space. Bedrooms are spacious with plenty of storage. The bathrooms are elegant and leave you feeling pampered. If you ever have the chance to stay here, I highly recommend it! Want to learn more about that trip? You can check it out here.
Looking for things to do outside of the parks? The Grand Floridian provides many amenities, including fun pools and movies with s’more making, you can also rent boats to cruise sound the lake, you can utilize the beautiful spa!
Planning a wedding soon and love Disney? Make sure to utilize Disney’s services and plan a dream wedding! You can even take a stroll on the grounds and end up enjoying the fireworks from the beach!
A dream is a wish your heart makes and sometimes dreams come true! Staying at the four resorts closest to Magic Kingdom truly offer something special! Whether it’s a cabin in the wilderness, a tropical getaway, or living the luxurious life for a few nights, you are always welcome here!
Leave a comment below and let us know which of the 4 Resorts you dream of staying at! I know….it’s a hard choice!
2 thoughts on “Choose a Disney Deluxe Resort (MK area)”
Comments are closed.