![]() There are exactly three gazillion posts on the internet about how to save money at Walt Disney World and how to do Disney on the cheap. While I agree this is a very worthy cause, the deluxe resorts aren’t getting the representation they deserve. And so, I give you a post dedicated to the Disney World Deluxe Resorts. The deluxe resorts are by far my favorite, and thus, they’re my specialty. People who have not stayed in the deluxes may not know why they cost as much as they do, what the big draw is or what club level really means. Hopefully I can sort some of that out. :) There are eight resorts in the deluxe category. Part of the expense of these resorts is staying closer to the parks, so I thought I’d list them according to the park to which they are closest as well as the transportation options to that particular park. Magic Kingdom
Epcot (but also near Hollywood Studios)
Animal Kingdom
As you can see, deluxe resorts are really the upper echelon of the Disney hotels. That being said, there is another piece to the deluxe hotels that needs to be discussed. Club Level. I heard angels sing when I typed that… I hope it translated into my writing. :) Club Level is a room category/service that is available only at the deluxe resorts. They are significantly more expensive than non-Club Level rooms, so what’s the fuss? I’ll break it down for you. First things first, how many rooms at each resort are part of Club Level? By staying Club Level, you have access to floors at your resort that require special access. Previously, your room key was required in the elevators, I imagine these all have been changed out to magic band use, but have not visited all to confirm. :)
You have access to concierge staff to help you with, basically, whatever you need. Taking care of dining reservations both before you arrive as well as once you’re on property can be handled by the concierge staff. You also have food available to you throughout the day. Each has a breakfast spread, light snacks throughout the day (chips, crackers, pretzels, veggies and dip, cookies, soda, tea, lemonade, etc.), appetizers and wine (these could be used as a light dinner - don’t come with a lumberjack appetite and expect to get stuffed). The evenings (my favorite) have wonderful dessert offerings. There is also self serve beer and liquors at this time. Everybody is welcome to stay Club Level at any of the resorts and they are all pretty laid back, however, there seems to be a little bit more decorum here than in other areas of Disney World. Don’t expect to reenact your 21st birthday in college by serving a rowdy group shots after visiting the parks. :) Your room will also have robes for use during your stay and you will have nightly turn down service with a small treat. Hopefully this helped answer some of your questions, or explain the difference between the different categories of hotel at Walt Disney World. I will also post a couple of pictures from each category to help you see the difference! Comments are closed.
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AuthorBrittany is a Disney fanatic and an agent with Magical Journeys Travel. As a College of Disney Knowledge graduate, she has plenty of expert tips to share. Brittany can help you plan a spectacular Disney vacation and ensure you get the best deal possible... for free! Archives
October 2023
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