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Stay right in the magic at one
of the seven Official Hotels of WDW. Perfectly located right inside the WDW
Resort, each of these hotels offer guests all the same quality and service
the name "Disney" implies. Best of all, you are very near the shopping,
dining and entertainment of Downtown Disney's Marketplace, West Side and
Pleasure Island.
Though none of the Downtown
Disney Hotels offer the theming found at the Disney owned resorts, there are
some wonderful advantages to staying here. First and foremost, are the great
specials that are not available elsewhere on property. Each of these hotels
offer discounted rooms even at peak times and values can be superb. Many
times the cost of the room per night will also include breakfast. Room
availability is usually good, so these hotels are a desirable option for
those making a last minute trip or if you are just unable to find a vacancy
at a Disney resort. Each hotel offers individual packages with passes that
can be exceptional deals.
If you are planning to visit some of the Orlando area's other attractions,
guest services at these hotels can provide you with both tickets and
transportation.
Besides the close proximity to Downtown Disney's Marketplace, these hotels
are also conveniently located to Crossroads Shopping Center with shops, a
supermarket and restaurants.
Finally, the Downtown Disney Hotels offer stunning views of the Walt Disney
World Resort including all of the fireworks shows.
Each Official Walt Disney World Hotel offers:
· Complimentary scheduled transportation to the WDW Theme parks, 2 water
parks and Pleasure Island
· Theme park tickets sold on site
· Guaranteed admission to the Disney Theme parks with paid pass even when
the parks are full
· Advance tee times at all 5 Disney golf courses
· Advance reservations for Disney dinner shows and theme park restaurants
· Passport to savings with exclusive discounts and special offers on
entertainment, shopping and dining
Best Western Lake
Buena Vista
The Best Western is an 18-story luxury lakeside resort property. It is
beautifully themed throughout in the style of a Barbados Plantation Manor
House. The outside grounds are lush and tropical. A winding staircase in the
lobby leads to a mezzanine level with a display of classic scenes from
popular Disney movies.
The 325 rooms are done in bleached wood furnishings with tropical accents.
Room styles include standard deluxe, king deluxe, queen preferred and atrium
suites. Each room has a private balcony. Many have extraordinary views.
Coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards, electronic door locks,
clock radios with alarm, pay per view movies, video games, electronic safes,
vanity mirrors, and separate make-up vanity areas are available in all
rooms.
For you enjoyment, there is a heated pool with adjoining sundeck and a
kiddie pool. There is a playground, game room, coin operated laundry, Disney
gift shop and a convenience store also available on site.
Restaurants and Lounges
Parakeet Café. - offers a light fare of homemade pastries, fresh
croissandwiches, salads, pizza and cold beer
Traders Restaurant - is a full service restaurant offering a Caribbean flair
Flamingo Cove - is a lounge serving cocktails and gourmet coffee
Toppers Night Club - located on the 18th floor, this club offers a panoramic
view of WDW.
Courtyard by
Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott is a 14-story atrium with 323 rooms, including 2
suites. It features glass elevators overlooking a tropical themed lobby, a
brightly colored cabana-covered lounge and umbrella seating area.
Rooms are spacious, comfortable and decorated in soft, soothing colors. Each
has either 2 double beds or one king bed. Other room amenities include a
clock radio, coffeemaker with complimentary tea and coffee, iron and ironing
board, hair dryer, safe and in-room movies and Nintendo. Many of the rooms
provide stunning views of the WDW Resort.
There are 2 heated pools and a kiddie pool, a whirlpool spa, exercise room,
playground and arcade.
Early Entry mornings to the WDW Theme parks are available to Courtyard by
Marriot guests.
Restaurants and Lounges
The Courtyard Café and Grille - a full service restaurant serving breakfast
and dinner.
Courtyard Village Deli - features deli-style sandwiches, Pizza Hut pizza and
TCBY yogurt.
2GO Bar - is located in the atrium lobby and offers continental breakfast.
Tipsy Parrot Lounge - featuring live music every Saturday night.
Tiki Bar - is the seasonal poolside bar serving snacks and drinks.
DoubleTree
Guest Suites
DoubleTree is the only all suites hotel found on WDW property. This
contemporary styled hotel is 7 stories high and has 229 suites. It has a
tropical theme with cheerful colors and bright murals throughout. Kids have
their own desk for check-in, a kid's theatre, arcade and game room. Your
warm greeting at check-in is topped off with DoubleTree's signature fresh
baked chocolate chip cookies.
The luxurious suites are one or two bedrooms. The large dining area has a
kitchenette with wet bar, coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea,
refrigerator, microwave, and table and chairs. The living room has a queen
sofa bed, working desk, table, chairs, television with the Disney channel,
pay per view movies and Nintendo games available. The bedroom has either 1
king or 2 double beds, television and clock radio. There is a separate
vanity with hair dryer and closet outside of the bathroom. Also included are
a safe and iron and ironing board. Rollaway beds are available upon request
for an additional cost.
There is a large pool and children's wading pool surrounded by lush,
tropical landscaping. Streamer Market sells snacks, beverages, souvenirs and
sundries. You'll also find a Jacuzzi, fitness center, jogging paths, a
basketball court, volleyball court and lighted tennis court available for
your enjoyment.
Restaurants and Lounges
Streamers Restaurant - is a full service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch
and dinner.
Streamers Lounge - part of the restaurant where you'll find cocktails and
nightly specials.
Tropical Pool Bar - serves light meals and snacks along with frozen tropical
drinks
Grosvenor
Resort
The Grosvenor is a 19-story tower resort with 2 garden wings, housing 626
rooms including 7 suites and 2 kid suites. It is located on 13 lush and
tropical lakeside acres. The lobby is warm and inviting, with rattan
furnishings and tropical plants and flowers throughout.
Rooms are light and airy with bleached oak furniture and tropical print
bedspreads. Rooms either have 2 double beds or one king and feature
complimentary tea and coffee, a vcr, radio alarm clock, safe, in-room movies
and complimentary newspaper upon request.
Recreational facilities include 2 pools, with one uniquely shaped like a
Dutch windmill, a children's pool, hydro-therapy pool, 2 tennis courts,
shuffleboard, handball, volleyball, basketball, a playground and a game
room. There is also a Disney gift shop and laundry facilities on site.
Guests of the Grosvernor Resort are treated to Early Entry mornings at the
WDW Theme parks.
Restaurants and Lounges
Baskervilles Restaurant - is a full service, lakeview restaurant containing
a Sherlock Holmes museum. Murder Watch Mystery Dinner is held on Saturday
nights. Disney character breakfast featuring Goofy and Pluto held on
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Moriarity's Pub - serves cocktails.
Crickets Lounge - serves beverages including espresso and cappuccino.
Crumpets Café - is a self-serve, food court lobby café open 24 hours.
Barnacles - poolside eatery featuring light meals, snacks and refreshments
with live, seasonal entertainment.
Hilton Resort
The Hilton is a 10-story hotel with 2 wings situated on a 23-acre tropical
paradise. The lobby area is exquisite with marble accents, a brass rail
staircase, skylights and a beautiful aquarium behind the reception area.
The 814 rooms and suites were recently renovated. Rooms have 2 double beds
or one king and are done in pleasant neutral tones with striking accents.
Other amenities include hairdryer, iron and ironing board, coffeemaker with
complimentary tea and coffee, mini bar, video games, work desk clock/radio
with alarm and M-F newspaper delivery. Many rooms have breathtaking views.
The resort boasts 2 sparkling heated pools, a wading pool, spa, arcade,
playground, fitness center, jogging trail, volleyball and 2 lighted tennis
courts.
The Hilton Resort is a participant in Disney's Early Entry mornings.
Restaurants and Lounges
Covington Mill - is a New England style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch
and dinner. There is a Disney character breakfast here every Sunday morning.
Benihana Steakhouse/Sushi Bar - steak, seafood and chicken prepared by a
chef right at your table.
Finn's Grill - specializes in steak and seafood in an Old Key West style
atmosphere. Serving dinner nightly.
John T's Lounge - a perfect spot for the sport's fan, serving light snack
and drinks.
Rum Largo Pool Side Bar & Café - offering light fare and tropical drinks
Mugs Coffee & Wine Bar - serving specialty coffees and wine.
Mainstreet Market - gourmet deli, ice cream and country store.
Hotel Royal Plaza
The Hotel Royal Plaza is a 17-story tower with 394 rooms including suites.
The grounds are beautiful with tropical gardens, a waterfall, unique
pineapple fountain and a gazebo. The lobby has a very warm and relaxed
ambience with oversized sofas and a cozy fireplace.
There are various room categories available to suit your needs. Each is
spacious and elegant in a Bermuda-style decor with private sitting areas,
balconies, coffeemakers with complimentary coffee, mini bar, in room movies
and games, oversized safes, hair dryers, ceiling fans and garden style tubs.
There is plenty of recreation available with a pool and oversized sun deck
and poolside bar, spa, fitness center, lighted tennis court and on site
putting green.
Restaurants and Lounges
Giraffe Diner - is a full service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and
dinner in a casual atmosphere.
Giraffe Tavern - enjoy cocktails, happy hour and appetizers
Wyndham Palace Resort &
Spa
The Wyndham consists of 4 tower buildings, which grace the skyline, situated
on 27 waterfront acres. The Tower lobby is elegant with beautiful light
fixtures, a library, piano and a cigar room. The Island Resort lobby has a
spectacular waterfall and stained glass.
There are 1,014 rooms and suites all spacious and impeccably decorated in
shades of blue or green. Room amenities include balconies or patios,
coffeemakers and coffee, M-F delivery of USA Today hair dryers, work areas,
alarm clock/radio, iron and ironing boards, shower massage, and Bath and
Body Works products. There is an $8 per night resort fee.
Recreation Island has 3 pools, 3 lighted tennis courts, a health club and
sauna. There is also a European-style spa, lap pool, beauty salon, sand
volleyball, Kid's Klub program, playground and arcade.
Restaurants and Lounges
Arthur's 27 - is a 5 star restaurant, located on the 27th floor, featuring
continental cuisine
Outback Restaurant - is Australian-themed. Famous for steak, seafood and an
open-hearth grill.
Watercress Café & Pastry Shop - casual fare eatery serving breakfast, lunch
and dinner. There is a Disney character breakfast every Sunday morning.
Top of the Palace Lounge - featuring cocktails and live piano music.
Laughing Kookaburra Good Time Bar - has live entertainment, happy hour
specials and appetizers.
Castaway Grill Pool Snack Bar - grab a quick bite poolside
Shipwrecked Pool Bar - serves refreshing tropical drinks.
Courtyard Mini Market - featuring light meals and snacks.
Lobby Lounge - cocktails and live piano music.
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn is 14 story atrium with 323 rooms. It features glass elevators
overlooking a tropical themed lobby, a brightly colored cabana-covered
lounge and umbrella seating area.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with either 2 double beds or one king
bed. Other room amenities include a clock radio, coffeemaker with
complimentary tea and coffee, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, safe and
in-room movies, Nintendo and internet access. Many of the rooms provide
stunning views of the WDW Resort.
The resort has 2 heated pools and a kiddie pool, whirlpool spa and fitness
room.
Restaurants and Lounges
Holiday Inn Café and Grille - a full service restaurant serving breakfast
and dinner.
Village Deli - features deli-style sandwiches, Pizza Hut pizza and TCBY
yogurt.
2GO Bar - is located in the atrium lobby and offers continental breakfast.
Tipsy Parrot Lounge - serves snacks and beverages
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