The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort vs Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

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Value Magic Kingdom Resort Area
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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Deluxe Magic Kingdom Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Value

Grand Floridian

Deluxe

Area

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Magic Kingdom Resort Area

Grand Floridian

Magic Kingdom Resort Area

Transportation

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Boat, Bus

Grand Floridian

Monorail, Walk, Boat, Bus

Table-Service Dining

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

1 restaurant

Grand Floridian

8 restaurants

Quick-Service Dining

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

3 locations

Grand Floridian

6 locations

Pool Amenities

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides

Grand Floridian

Pool, Quiet Pool

Extended Evening Hours

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

No

Grand Floridian

Yes

Top Highlight

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness

Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options

Grand Floridian

Monorail access to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT

Overview

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

Camp amid the magic of the great outdoors. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground evokes the timeless beauty of the American frontier, with deer, rabbits, ducks and armadillos roaming the Resort’s 750 acres of pine and cypress forest. Discover charming woodland trails, spectacular pool areas and rip-roarin’ entertainment at this picturesque backcountry retreat.

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney's Victorian flagship resort on Seven Seas Lagoon, positioned on the monorail loop west of Magic Kingdom.

Amenities

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • Quiet Pool
  • fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides
  • archery
  • horseback riding
  • charming woodland trails
  • Campfire Program
  • Arcade
  • Playground
  • Marina
  • Volleyball
  • Bike Barn and recreational paths for biking and walking
  • Equipment available for fishing, canoes, and kayaks from Bike Barn

Other

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Child Care
  • Trading Post shop at settlement area

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Recreation

  • Pool
  • Quiet Pool
  • water play area for little ones
  • seven seas lagoon — enjoy fishing, boating and more
  • Boat Rental
  • Playground
  • Running Trail (~1 mile loop)
  • Tennis Courts
  • Marina

Wellness

  • Spa
  • haircuts, manicures, pedicures and more
  • Fitness Center

Rooms

  • rooms and suites with club-level service
  • Club Level

Other

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Business Center

Transportation

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • Boat

    Magic Kingdom Park

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • Monorail

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT

  • Walk

    Magic Kingdom Park

  • Boat

    Magic Kingdom Park

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Pros

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options
  • Heavily wooded, peaceful and nature-focused atmosphere
  • Boat service to Magic Kingdom and Disney's Contemporary Resort
  • Chip n Dale's Campfire Singalong free nightly program for guests
  • Pet-friendly accommodations available at campsites

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • Monorail access to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT
  • Flagship luxury resort with Victorian theming and grand lobby
  • Top dining including Victoria and Alberts signature restaurant
  • Walking path to Magic Kingdom makes it the second-closest resort
  • Multiple pools, spa, marina, and extensive resort amenities

Cons

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • Getting to most other parks requires bus and often a transfer
  • Campsites require camping gear and setup which not all guests want
  • Very spread out resort, internal transportation buses are slow
  • Cabins are expensive relative to other Moderate resort options
  • Limited dining on-site, Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue is the main option

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • Most expensive Disney-owned resort at Walt Disney World
  • Victorian theming feels formal and can be stiff for young children
  • Far from Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom by bus
  • Main building can feel crowded with non-guests visiting for dining
  • DVC villas are in a separate building from main hotel rooms

On-Site Dining

The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

  • Crockett's Tavern

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

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  • Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu

  • Meadow Snack Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Trail's End Restaurant

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

  • 1900 Park Fare

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · dinner

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  • Beaches Pool Bar & Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch

    View menu

  • Cítricos

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu

  • Cítricos Lounge

    Quick Service

    American, Mediterranean

    snack

    View menu

  • Courtyard Pool Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Enchanted Rose

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Gasparilla Island Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner · snack

    View menu

  • Grand Floridian Cafe

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • Narcoossee's

    Table Service

    American, Seafood

    dinner

    View menu

  • Queen Victoria's Room at Victoria & Albert's

    Table Service

    dinner

    View menu

  • The Dining Room at Victoria & Albert's

    Table Service

    American, Prix Fixe

    dinner

    View menu

  • The Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s

    Table Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • The Perch at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Victoria & Albert's Chef's Table Dinner

    Table Service

    dinner

    View menu

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