Top Disney Deluxe Resorts

Disney's Yacht Club Resort & Beach Club Resort

Although technically two separate hotels, Disney's Yacht Club and Beach Club Resort like two hotels in one. Located in the Epcot area of Walt Disney World, a short walk from the Yacht Club or Beach Club resorts will get you to both Disney's Epcot theme park, and the Disney BoardWalk. You can also take water transportation to Disney's Hollywood Studios. As with all on-property Disney hotels, you can also use the Disney bus service for transport to and from the other parks and Downtown Disney.

The pool is shared by these two resorts, and it is just gorgeous! A river winds through the complex, creating a number of private areas. This layout is much more scenic and cozy than having one big pool in a wide-open space. Disney's Yacht Club and Beach Club Resorts are also home to Stormalong Bay- their very own water park!

Although Disney's Yacht Club Resort and Beach Club Resort share many of the same amenities and facilities, the decor of the two hotels gives them a unique feel. The Yacht Club is representative of an upper-class east coast harbor club whereas the Beach Club Resort rides the middle ground between formal and fun.

Rooms at these two deluxe Disney resorts can accommodate up to 4 or 5 guests, and range in price from the mid $300s to mid $500s per night. Definitely on the pricey side, but if you can afford the cost of admission, these two resorts help make your Disney stay a truly magical experience!

Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Deluxe Resort

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is truly a unique experience that will make you feel as if you're on an African safari! Located in the Animal Kingdom area of Walt Disney World, this deluxe Disney World resort is bordered by wildlife areas that will enable hotel guests to observe and enjoy wildlife from various viewing areas throughout the resort. Many rooms actually overlook the savannah allowing you to watch zebras, giraffes, and other animals from the comfort of your own balcony!

The hotel is decorated in an African motif including African art, colorful tribal masks, and other artifacts. Animal guides are available to talk to guests and answer questions regarding the many species of wildlife at the resort. Like the rooms at Disney's Yacht Club and Beach Club resorts, rooms at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge can accommodate 4 or 5 guests. Prices here are considerably cheaper than those at the Yacht Club and Beach Club resorts; however, ranging from the low $200s to mid $400s per night.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge deluxe resort