The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott
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At a Glance
| The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness | Orlando World Center Marriott | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | Magic Kingdom Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 3 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slides | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin options | One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area |
Tier
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
ValueOrlando World Center Marriott
DeluxeArea
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Magic Kingdom Resort AreaOrlando World Center Marriott
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Boat, BusOrlando World Center Marriott
None listedTable-Service Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
1 restaurantOrlando World Center Marriott
NoneQuick-Service Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
3 locationsOrlando World Center Marriott
NonePool Amenities
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Pool, Quiet Pool, fort-themed water play area, complete with their own toddler-friendly slidesOrlando World Center Marriott
PoolExtended Evening Hours
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
NoOrlando World Center Marriott
NoTop Highlight
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness
Most unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabin optionsOrlando World Center Marriott
One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando areaOverview
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.
Orlando World Center Marriott
A very large Marriott convention resort near Walt Disney World, known for its extensive meeting space, golf course, and water amenities.
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
Amenity details coming soon.
Transportation
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
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Boat
Magic Kingdom Park
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Orlando World Center Marriott
Transportation details coming soon.
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
- One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area
- Extremely large resort with comprehensive amenities
- Golf course on property for golf enthusiasts
- Multiple dining options ranging from quick service to fine dining
- Often available at lower rates than Disney-owned resorts nearby
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
- No Disney transportation, requires car or paid shuttle to all parks
- Not located within Disney property, further from parks than Bonnet Creek
- No Disney on-site perks like Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
- Large resort can feel impersonal and convention-focused
- Long drives to theme parks add cost and time to each park day
On-Site Dining
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Orlando World Center Marriott
No on-site dining information available.
Community Discussions
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
- Fort Wilderness : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Campground Decorations r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Campground Policy Change r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Fort Wilderness Stay : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- What are your opinions on camping at Fort Wilderness? r/WaltDisneyWorld
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