Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Transportation to Magic Kingdom: Efficient Options and Tips
Guests staying at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to Magic Kingdom have several transportation methods at their disposal: buses, water taxis, the monorail, ride-sharing, taxis, personal vehicles, the Minnie Van service, and car services. Each method offers its own advantages, from scenic views to convenience and speed, which one is right for you?
- How frequent are the bus services, and what’s the average journey time?
- Given the Skyliner doesn’t connect directly to Magic Kingdom, what’s the best alternative for a scenic route?
- With the monorail requiring a transfer at Epcot, is it a time-efficient option for reaching Magic Kingdom?
- For guests preferring to walk, how feasible is it from the Yacht Club Resort?
- What are the comparative benefits and costs of ride-sharing versus traditional taxis?
- For those driving, what are the parking policies at Magic Kingdom?
- The Minnie Van service offers Disney-themed transportation, but how does its cost compare to other options?
- Are car services worth the premium for your vacation travels?
This guide will equip you with all everything you need to know to choose the right transportation option for your Disney adventure, balancing efficiency, enjoyment, and cost.
Bus Transportation from the Yacht Club to Magic Kingdom
When staying at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, you have access to complimentary bus transportation that efficiently connects you to Magic Kingdom Park.
Extensive Coverage and Frequency
Bus : A motor vehicle designed to transport large numbers of passengers along a set route. At Walt Disney World Resort, the bus transportation system encompasses an extensive network of routes, ensuring that Disney World Resort guests can reach their destination at Magic Kingdom with ease.
- Routes : Buses servicing Disney’s Yacht Club Resort cover all areas of the Walt Disney World Resort, including the Magic Kingdom Park. You’ll find that buses run regularly from the resort to various destinations within the Disney property.
- Schedule : Catch a bus approximately every 20 minutes from the Yacht Club’s designated bus stop. Start your journey early, as buses begin operating 45 minutes prior to park opening and continue until one hour after park closing.
To use the bus transportation, simply head to the bus stop located outside the resort’s main entrance. Await your ride under the shelter provided, where a digital board displays real-time bus arrival information. Look for the bus marked with “Magic Kingdom” to ensure you’re on the correct route to the park.
Water Transportation Options from the Yacht Club
There is no direct water-based transportation from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom theme park. While it’s true that guests staying at the Yacht Club Resort can use water transportation for destinations within the EPCOT resort area (like taking a water taxi to the Boardwalk or to the International Gateway at EPCOT and even Hollywood Studios), but for traveling to Magic Kingdom, they would need to utilize other forms of Disney transportation, such as buses or the monorail system, which would require a transfer from a nearby location. The water taxis and ferries do not provide a direct route between these two specific points.
Monorail System
Guests staying at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort cannot take the Monorail directly from the Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom theme park. To use the Monorail, guests would first need to get to the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) where they’d then need to transfer to the Express (or Resort) Monorail that serves the Magic Kingdom directly. This would involve a multi-step process that could include walking or taking a boat to Epcot, entering the park through the International Gateway, and then traversing through EPCOT to reach the front of the park where the Monorail station is located. From there, they would take the EPCOT Monorail to the TTC and then transfer to the Monorail line that goes to the Magic Kingdom. However, this route requires valid admission to EPCOT and may not be the most efficient way to travel from the Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom.
Efficient Park-Resort Connection
If you decide that that part of your Disney adventure is in the journey to get there (as we ourselves have done numerous times) there are several ways to do this. As mentioned, you can take the short walk through Epcot, entering at the International Gateway and head to the front of the park and head for the main entrance where the EPCOT Monorail Station awaits.
Otherwise, you can hop on a bus that will take you to the front of EPCOT and board the Monorail there. While at the bus depot you could, should you so choose, hop on a connecting bus to one of the resorts that are on the Monorail line that serves the Magic Kingdom. These resorts are on the monorail loop – the Contemporary Resort, the Polynesian Village Resort, or the Grand Floridian . Once you arrive at one of these resorts you can access the Monorail platform and board the train.
- First , locate the Monorail station through the lobby of the Contemporary Resort, Polynesian Village Resort, or Grand Floridian.
- Second , wait for the arrival of the sleek and iconic trains, typically every few minutes.
- Third , step on board and find a comfortable spot as the Monorail glides to the Magic Kingdom.
- Finally , exit at the Magic Kingdom station, just a few steps away from the park entrance.
You’ll see the Monorail effortlessly pass through the Contemporary Resort, offering you a unique and futuristic experience, which is really cool if you’ve never done it before (us Disney veterans can sometimes take these things for granted!). While aboard, enjoy the scenic views of the Seven Seas Lagoon, the other resorts and all the great visuals riding on the Monorail delivers.
Disney Skyliner
The Disney Skyliner is an aerial gondola system that provides transportation between Disney’s Yacht Club Resort via the very nearby International Gateway, and several other locations within Walt Disney World. Unfortunately, at least at this time, there is no direct path so g uests cannot take the Disney Skyliner directly from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom theme park. The Skyliner’s routes connect EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios with four resort hotels: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort , Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney’s Riviera Resort. To reach the Magic Kingdom from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort via the Skyliner, guests would have to take a considerable detour. They would need to walk or take alternative transportation to a Skyliner station at either EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios, then travel to a Skyliner hub station at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort , and from there, they would still need to find alternative transportation to the Magic Kingdom, as the Skyliner does not service the Magic Kingdom park. This indirect route isn’t practical for guests aiming to travel to the Magic Kingdom.
Walking Paths
Walking to your destination at Disney resorts offers a pleasant and even sometimes quicker alternative to waiting for other transportation options. When traversing from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom, walking is not a direct option, but two notable walking paths to other areas are available for your enjoyment.
Direct and Enjoyable Routes
Epcot: A walkway connects Disney’s Yacht Club Resort directly to the EPCOT theme park entrance. To reach Epcot, head towards the resort’s back exit and follow the signage directing you towards the park. This walk is approximately 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) and takes about 10-15 minutes, providing you with tranquil views of the resort’s landscape and Crescent Lake. The path is well-paved and picturesque, ideal for a leisurely stroll or a brisk walk.
BoardWalk Inn: For an alternate scenic route, you can walk to Disney’s BoardWalk Inn , situated alongside Crescent Lake. You begin by exiting the Yacht Club Resort towards the EPCOT walkway but then continue along the lakeside path that leads to the BoardWalk Inn. This journey is just under a mile and takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. Along the way, you pass by vibrant entertainment, dining options, and charming views of the waterfront, providing a delightful backdrop to your walk.
Ride-Sharing Services
You’ll find that using ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft provides a flexible and direct means of transport from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom.
Flexible and Direct Travel
Opt for ride-sharing when you seek a no-fuss, direct route to the Magic Kingdom. Begin by downloading the Uber or Lyft app on your device. Once installed, enter your location—Disney’s Yacht Club Resort—and set Magic Kingdom as your destination. Rides are usually available within minutes. Expect travel times to vary based on traffic conditions, but typically, the journey should take around 15-20 minutes.
- Uber : A well-known platform that enables you to choose from a range of vehicle options—standard, SUV, or luxury.
- Lyft : Similar to Uber, Lyft offers various levels of service, including shared rides for cost savings or private vehicles for more comfort.
Before your trip, you can estimate your fare on both services’ apps, and options for larger parties are available if you’re traveling in a group. Payment is straightforward through the app, and tipping your driver is optional. Remember to ensure that the car and driver match the details provided in the app to confirm your safety.
Taxi Services
Taxis provide a paid transportation service, utilizing a vehicle and driver for hire to take passengers between locations of their choice.
Readily Available Transportation
Your journey to Magic Kingdom from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort can be quick and convenient with taxi services. Upon exiting the resort, you will typically find taxis waiting at the hotel’s main entrance, ready to transport you directly to the Magic Kingdom.
- Locate a Taxi : If you see no taxis available, ask the resort concierge to call one for your convenience.
- Travel Time : The travel time to Magic Kingdom by taxi usually ranges from 15 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
- Estimating Cost : Taxi fares may fluctuate, but you can expect to pay approximately $20 to $30 for the one-way trip.
- Planning Your Budget : Remember to factor in the possibility of tipping your driver, which can add 10-20% to the total cost of your taxi journey.
Personal Vehicle Parking
When staying at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, you have convenient parking options for your personal vehicle during your vacation.
Resort Access and Parking Options
Parking is an essential service provided by Disney resort hotels, allowing guests to store their vehicles securely. Upon your arrival, you’ll find accessible parking readily available. Self-parking is available for guests with the following fees:
- Standard overnight parking: $25 per night
- Accessible parking: Complimentary for guests with disabilities
Firstly, approach the security gate and present your reservation confirmation to gain access to the resort grounds. As a guest, you have in-and-out privileges, meaning you can come and go from the parking facility as needed. For the standard parking , remember that your room key serves as a parking permit, so keep it handy when re-entering the parking area.
Guests requiring accessible parking spaces will find them close to the main entrance. Make sure you display a valid disability parking permit. These spaces are designed to provide convenience and ease of access to the hotel’s entrance and facilities. If assistance is needed, contact the front desk; they offer services to make your stay more comfortable.
For added ease during your vacation, consider using Disney’s complimentary transportation options for park access. Various shuttles, boats, and buses are available to take you to Magic Kingdom and other destinations within the Walt Disney World Resort.
Minnie Van Service
Minnie Van Service is a personalized ride service operated by Disney that allows guests to travel around Walt Disney World Resort, including from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort to the Magic Kingdom.
Premium On-Demand Transit
When you seek a more exclusive mode of transportation within Disney property, the Minnie Van Service stands out as a preferable choice. This service ensures that you reach your destination with ease and comfort. Here is how you can utilize this service:
- Reserve your Minnie Van ride through the Lyft mobile app, where you can request a ride on demand or schedule one in advance.
- The prices are typically higher than standard ride shares due to the convenience and enhanced experience, including direct access to Disney locations and a Disney-trained cast member as your driver.
Remember, Minnie Van Service vehicles are distinctly themed with the iconic polka dots, making them an instantly recognizable option for transport throughout your Disney vacation.
Exclusive Car Services
For guests seeking a premium and private transport experience, car services are available through a variety of providers. Check with your Resort Concierge for details on what they recommend.
Luxurious and Personalized Traveling
Your journey to the Magic Kingdom can be both luxurious and personalized with the exclusive car services provided by Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. These services offer a high level of comfort and convenience, with various transportation options available to meet individual preferences and needs.
- Reservation : You should book your exclusive car service in advance to ensure availability. This can usually be done through the resort concierge or a preferred transportation provider affiliated with the resort.
- Transportation options : You can choose from a range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and limousines, depending on the size of your party and your desired level of luxury.
- Cost : Prices vary based on the vehicle selected and the distance traveled. It is advisable to confirm the cost at the time of reservation to avoid surprises.
- Location : The pickup and drop-off points for the exclusive car service are conveniently located at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, ensuring a smooth and efficient start and end to your journey.
Engaging an exclusive car service enhances your overall theme park experience, removing concerns about navigation and parking, and allowing you more time to enjoy your day at the Magic Kingdom.
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Disney’s Yacht Club Transportation Map (With Destinations)
Here is a transportation map for Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. The destinations for each transportation option are listed below the map.
We’ve listed a quick reference for each of these forms of transportation. If you want to learn more about these routes, our companion travel guides are listed further down.
- Magic Kingdom
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Disney Springs
- Blizzard Beach
- Typhoon Lagoon
*Guests usually have to take a transfer bus to the water parks. The bus driver can show you where to board the water park bus at the transfer point
FriendShips (Boat Service)
- Disney’s Boardwalk
- Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club
- Disney’s Swan and Dolphin
- Hollywood Studios
The FriendShips run two routes: one travels from Epcot to Hollywood Studios and the other from Hollywood Studios. They stop in the order listed above (and vice versa for the opposite direction.)
Guests can walk from the Beach Club to any of the following locations:
- Disney’s Beach Club
- Disney’s Swan and Dolphin or Swan Reserve
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney Skyliner
You must walk or boat to the Skyliner Stations at Epcot or Hollywood Studios to use them. The Skyliner travels in the following directions:
- Disney’s Riviera Resort
- Disney’s Caribbean Beach (Must Exit)
- Reboard to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Reboard Epcot
Our documented transportation times share how long it takes to get to and from every resort hotel at Walt Disney World to every major destination.
Transportation Options at Disney’s Yacht Club
Disney’s Yacht Club is one of our top resort choices, and we visit it often. We’ve mapped most of the routes to and from the resort during our travels. For more specifics, you might enjoy one of the following.
Walking from Hollywood Studios to Epcot via the Boardwalk : This guide details the walking path between Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot. On your way between the two theme parks, you can stop at the Boardwalk, Beach Club, or Yacht Club.
Using the International Gateway at Epcot : Guests of Disney’s Yacht Club access Epcot by the International Gateway entrance. Find out everything you need to know about this entrance before your vacation.
Epcot Evening Touring Plan : Since you’re staying near Epcot, you might enjoy browsing our late afternoon touring plan. This plan works well in the late afternoon after inclement weather. However, you might change the order of attractions, considering you’ll likely enter the park at the International Gateway.
Disney’s Yacht Club Club Transportation Guide : This guide details every complimentary transportation option from the resort. We update this guide regularly and share practiced tips and methods for making these routes.
For more information, we have a resort guide to Disney’s Yacht Club . Our guide includes all of our coverage of the resort, including reviews of our stays, photos of the pools, a dining guide, individual restaurant reviews, and more.
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Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Review
Yacht Club Resort is a luxury hotel at Walt Disney World within walking and boat distance of EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. This Deluxe Resort review features reimagined room photos, and info about pools, restaurant, transportation, on-site benefits & amenities. Plus, pros & cons of these accommodations. ( Updated September 15, 2024 .)
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is themed to a New England yachting club. It’s an elegant and refined hotel contrasting with its more airy and lighthearted sister resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The relationship between Yacht and Beach Club Resorts is an interesting one. They share facilities and are located next to one another, and are basically one giant resort complex.
However, despite their numerous similarities and shared features, Yacht & Beach Club are technically separate hotels. On the outside, the main noticeable differences for most guests will simply be color choices: Beach Club is light blue and Yacht Club is grey. It’s also abundantly clear when stepping into each lobby.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort feels stately. With deep, masculine woods, dark colors, leather furniture, and an antique-looking globe, it reminds you of someplace that you’d imagine senators and titans of industry might have puffed on cigars and made power plays in the early 1900s.
By contrast, Beach Club is geared towards party-people who shout “I’M ON A BOAT!” from the bow of a ship . Okay, maybe not to those extremes, but the idea is that Yacht Club feels a bit more stuffy and refined in terms of theming, whereas Beach Club feels more relaxed and lighthearted.
Most people informally lump them together as one resort: Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club and overlook the thematic differences. We think this is a mistake. As we discuss in our Yacht Club vs. Beach Club comparison, the differences in atmosphere are fairly pronounced, and this is likely driven in part by Yacht Club being one of Walt Disney World’s main convention hotels.
If you’re debating other options in the Crescent Lake area–or beyond–we’d recommend first reading our Rankings of ALL Walt Disney World Hotels from Worst to Best . Yacht Club actually is the lowest-ranking Crescent Lake on that list, but it still performs fairly well. Moreover, Yacht Club is a very taste-specific hotel, as explained here.
If Yacht Club does “click” for you, there’s a very good possibility it’ll be your personal favorite of the Crescent Lake area resorts. So don’t take that list as the gospel. Read the explanation and check out the photos here to understand whether this might be a good or great fit for your family!
Let’s check out what the guest rooms offer…
These new rooms have been really divisive with Walt Disney World fans. Unpopular opinion, but we are big fans of the new look. Many fans have complained that they look drab and boring, but these are pretty consistent with the common areas of Yacht Club and there are a ton of subtle details and thematic touches.
We can understand why some people don’t like the new rooms given the colors now versus the patriotic color explosion of the old rooms (the old style was more cheery and lighthearted, but also off kilter with the resort’s otherwise stately appearance). The new Yacht Club rooms use of navy blue and beige contrasted against white, is really sharp in the context.
Beyond that, there’s an extensive use of dark woods, which really give the room an air of sophistication. It reminded me of the interior of a Brooks Brothers, oddly enough.
There’s also a variety of textures, the extent of which might be tough to ascertain from the photos. Our New Yacht Club Rooms Photo Tour shares more thoughts and images of the new rooms (including a different room style with a couch).
Much like BoardWalk Inn, Yacht Club is also great for the dashes of Disney presented in a restrained manner. The only Disney characters in the entire room appear in star constellations hidden on the curtain.
There are numerous other thematic flourishes reinforcing the nautical style, but many people want something overtly Disney in their hotel room. If that’s what you’re looking for, Yacht Club is not the resort for you.
The restrooms are divided, with double sinks outside of the shower and toilet area. Pretty standard–no complaints or praise here.
In terms of amenities, there is a nice benefit in their proximity of the Crescent Lake resorts to one another: better and more amenities as a result of sharing.
Between the Yacht Club and Beach Club, there are some seriously excellent dining options, including Beaches & Cream , Cape May Cafe , and Yachtsman Steakhouse , putting them, collectively, right up there with the best of the Deluxes in terms of quality restaurants.
We’ve also slowly become big fans of Ale & Compass Restaurant, which is a newer addition to Yacht Club. This is home to the Best Value Breakfast at Walt Disney World , and we highly recommend it.
Add to that the nearby Swan & Dolphin Resorts and Disney’s Boardwalk Inn , none of which technically share amenities but are so close that they might as well, and you have more high-quality restaurants within walking distance when staying at any of these resorts than at any other Walt Disney World hotel.
If dining is going to be a highlight of a trip, staying at one of the Crescent Lake resorts is the best option as there are numerous excellent dining options all within walking distance. This is especially true during Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival, when you can graze and drink in World Showcase and then stumble back to your hotel!
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort has a ton of amenities, but it’s biggest selling point is Stormalong Bay. This is the crème de la crème of Walt Disney World pools. For those unfamiliar with Stormalong Bay, it is a sprawling 3 acre pool complex with sand at the bottom. That’s right, it’s a hotel pool with sand at the bottom!
Not only that, but it also has a lazy river, an excellent ‘shipwrecked’ water slide, tons of places for lounging, and an excellent poolside bar. While many Walt Disney World resort hotels now no longer allow “pool hopping,” this was the first that introduced the concept, and the pool that most vigorously enforces the no-hopping rule.
The excellence of this pool really cannot be understated. It’s basically a mini water park. (For everything you need to know about Stormalong Bay and its policies, see our Guide to Pools at Walt Disney World: Rules, Info & FAQ .)
The close proximity to both Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios (we consider both walking distance, but most guests opt to take a boat to Disney’s Hollywood Studios instead of the 15 minute walking path–even if the path is usually faster) is another huge benefit. Boat service is also available to both parks, and it’s a certifiable fact that boat transportation at Walt Disney World is awesome.
Additionally, there’s now a Skyliner station at Epcot’s International Gateway, which means guests staying at Yacht Club can walk there and take the gondolas to Hollywood Studios, Caribbean Beach, Pop Century, Art of Animation, and Riviera Resorts. That can be useful in opening up other dining options. (Plus, the Skyliner is just plain fun.)
The Skyliner makes for easy midday breaks when you’re doing Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and is extremely advantageous for Early Entry. Knocking out Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Slinky Dog Dash before the park even opens to day guests is huge. The benefits of the Skyliner cannot be overstated–we prefer it to the monorail.
With that said, the Skyliner is much more valuable for Art of Animation, Pop Century, and Riviera Resorts than any of the Crescent Lake ones. That’s because it’s seldom faster to take the Skyliner than it is to simply walk to DHS. Sure, the Skyliner is more fun and easier (and won’t tire out your feet), but walking is the most efficient–and predictable–option.
On the other hand, bus transportation is decidedly un-fun. Getting to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom via bus can be a hassle. There’s always some sort of shared bus service operating, but exactly how many buses share the service depends upon the season.
When you consider the prices guests are paying to stay at a Walt Disney World resort hotel with “Deluxe” accommodations, it’s ridiculous that the buses make stops at multiple resorts. On the plus side, at least there’s one centralized stop.
It’s frustrating that Pop Century, a budget hotel, has dedicated and efficient bus service but it can take an hour to get to Magic Kingdom via buses from the pricey Epcot-area resorts. (Although makes us happy when we pay the comparative bargain price to stay at Pop Century!)
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort offers other amenities, including a health club, volleyball court, arcade, marina, business center, babysitting, tennis courts, and other recreational facilities, but none of these measure up to Stormalong Bay. This pool complex is the ultimate trump card that makes Disney’s Yacht Club and Beach Club Resorts stand out from the other Deluxes.
All of this comes at a cost, as regular rack rates at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort start at around $500 per night and go up from there depending upon the season and room category. This puts it among Walt Disney World’s most expensive hotels, but still not as expensive as the Magic Kingdom area hotels.
While we love the Yacht Club, we would not stay here without a 30% off room-only Walt Disney World resort discount or the Free Disney Dining Plan promotion . Thankfully, you can find bargains here thanks to discounts–so long as conventions aren’t being hosted at Yacht Club.
As with all on-site hotels, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort offers the standard perks of a Disney-owned hotel, such free transportation around Walt Disney World , Early Entry , and the extended Advance Dining Reservation window. Yacht Club guests can also purchase the Disney Dining Plan , but whether that’s a real perk is debatable. On-site guests are also able to purchase discount MagicBands pre-arrival. Whether these last two things are actual perks is debatable.
One really-for-real on-site advantage is early access to Lightning Lane Multi-Pass, which replaced the Genie+ system in mid-2024. We’re not going to get into the nuts and bolts of it here–see our Guide to Lightning Lane Multi Pass at Walt Disney World for that–but the bottom line is that on-site guests have a significant head-start on making Lightning Lane ride reservations. It’s pretty much the only way to score the most popular picks, such as Slinky Dog Dash, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.
None of that’s unique–guests of all Disney-owned hotels (and a few third party ones!) also offer this. So there’s really no reason to opt for a more expensive Deluxe Resort over a Value or Moderate for the sake of perks. To that point, the one big perk offered to Deluxe and DVC resorts is Extended Evening Hours , which typically occur on Mondays and Wednesdays at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. We love Extended Evening Hours–it’s arguably the best on-site perk of all, and Yacht Club guests are eligible for this!
Overall, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is a solid option for a Deluxe Resort stay at Walt Disney World. The pool is great, the restaurants are solid, and location is great for visiting Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Yacht Club is especially appealing if you’re a New Englander from Nantucket who wears an ascot aboard your vessels.
Joking aside, Yacht Club’s theme is a bit more taste-specific and adult. Those considering Yacht Club are probably also considering Beach Club. For us, the overall ambiance and laid back vibe of Beach Club screams “vacation” in a way that Yacht Club just doesn’t, and this ambiance appeals to us. Still, both resorts are great options–two of our favorites at Walt Disney World–and whether you should choose Beach Club or Yacht Club if considering the two should really only be a question of whether you prefer the elegant nautical look or the relaxed beach look.
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Your Thoughts
Do you agree with us that Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is one of the best Walt Disney World hotels? Do you think Stormalong Bay lives up to the hype? Any questions we can help you answer? Hearing feedback about your experiences is both interesting to us and helpful to other readers, so please share your thoughts below in the comments!
Written by Tom Bricker
They lost our car key. This place is a disaster if incompetence. They don’t care about anyone.
Completely disagree on Yacht Club being at all stuffy! We usually stay at Beach Club but booked Yacht Club with our three kids, 18, 16, 9, in April and FELL IN LOVE!! The staff was excellent, rooms simple & clean, lobby beautiful and airy, convenient shop-not a snobby, stuffy vibe to be felt. Last time we stayed at BC the room (Club level) was dated, felt small and had peeling paint on the wall! We alway stay in walking distance to Epcot because of the food and later hours. Yacht Club is our new favorite. The entire experience was like a dream. Also, we did the masks in 90 degree weather and were surprisingly unbothered. Every staff member we interacted with was wonderful. And we are Northern MI folk. I can assure you, none of us own yachts or ascots
^ wes’ comment about starving to death is 100% accurate. the resort has over complicated everything “because of covid.” you can’t just walk in anywhere, the staff is rude and condescending. we are staying in a villa paying out the ass and they won’t even change our sheets? hello? how do the other hotels manage? don’t get me started on the self righteous mask police here. if you are outside alone not surrounded by anyone for WAY over 6 ft you MUST wear a mask, in the 90% humidity and 90 degree weather. but as soon as you step foot in the pool no masks required. covid knows when and when not to be contagious. also you can sit INSIDE surrounded by people without a mask. but not outside guys. such a joke. the staff here all give you different answers as well. would never stay here, would rather stay at a motel 6. we are speechless at how rudely everyone has treated us.
forgot to mention last night we called the front desk for water. we waited an hour and called to follow up on the water and were told they only have two bottles and we would have to come get them ourselves. for a 20k villa we expected much more, this is below what i would expect from a hole in the wall hotel.
on a positive note the best thing about this resort is the ferry transportation to and from the parks, the location and the actual room is great. that’s literally all i can come up with it. really bad customer service.
I have lost 10 pounds since we’ve been here. You will starve to death. I am considering flying home two days early. About 65% of the staff have been great, but the others act like they are miserable. This is the furthest thing from hospitality you could imagine. I have been to jail before and it wasn’t this bad. If you want to lose weight quick and want to feel like a second-class citizen, stay here.
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