Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort
Photo: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
At a Glance
| Beach Club | Caribbean Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Moderate |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | Skyliner, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | 2 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 3 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay) | Pool, Water Slide, Quiet Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World | Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios |
Tier
Beach Club
DeluxeCaribbean Beach
ModerateArea
Beach Club
Epcot Resort AreaCaribbean Beach
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
Beach Club
Boat, Walk, BusCaribbean Beach
Skyliner, BusTable-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 restaurantsCaribbean Beach
2 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 locationsCaribbean Beach
3 locationsPool Amenities
Beach Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)Caribbean Beach
Pool, Water Slide, Quiet PoolExtended Evening Hours
Beach Club
YesCaribbean Beach
NoTop Highlight
Beach Club
Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney WorldCaribbean Beach
Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosOverview
Disney's Beach Club Resort
A New England beach-themed deluxe resort beside Crescent Lake with direct access to the shared Stormalong Bay pool complex.
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
A moderate resort spread around Barefoot Bay with island villages, Skyliner access, and easy connections to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.
Amenities
Disney's Beach Club Resort
Recreation
- stormalong bay—a 3-acre water wonderland
- Water Slide
- catch currents on an inner tube in the lazy river
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- Marina
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Hot Tub
- ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)
- Volleyball
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Ship Shape Health Club (steam room, sauna, massage therapy, Nautilus/Hammer Strength/aerobics)
- Spa
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- shipwreck play area
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.4-mile promenade around Barefoot Bay)
- Water Slide
- Quiet Pool
- Marina
- Fishing around Barefoot Bay
- Volleyball
Wellness
- Spa
Rooms
- Club Level
Other
- calypso trading post
- Laundry Facilities
Transportation
Disney's Beach Club Resort
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Boat
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Walk
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Skyliner
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
Disney's Beach Club Resort
- Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World
- Walking distance to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios via International Gateway
- Strong table service dining options on site and nearby at BoardWalk
- Charming New England seaside theming
- Easy access to multiple resorts in the Crescent Lake area
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Moderate price tier with colorful Caribbean theming
- Large resort with a central Old Port Royale hub
- Close to Art of Animation and Pop Century via Skyliner
- Refurbished rooms are a significant improvement
Cons
Disney's Beach Club Resort
- One of the more expensive Deluxe resorts at Walt Disney World
- Smaller rooms compared to other Deluxe resorts at similar prices
- No monorail access, requires walking, boat, or bus to Magic Kingdom
- Standard rooms can feel dated relative to recently renovated resorts
- Pool area can get very crowded during peak season
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Very spread-out layout makes walking distances from rooms very long
- Dining options are limited and not highly regarded by guests
- Bus-only access to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
- Lost much of its lush tropical vibe after recent reimagining
- Some room buildings are far from the main hub and bus stops
On-Site Dining
Disney's Beach Club Resort
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Beach Club Marketplace
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Beaches & Cream Soda Shop
Table ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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Cape May Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood
breakfast · dinner
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Hurricane Hanna's Waterside Bar and Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
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Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Banana Cabana
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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Centertown Market
Quick ServiceLatin, American
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Centertown Market Grab & Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Sebastian's Bistro
Table ServiceLatin
dinner
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Spyglass Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Community Discussions
Disney's Beach Club Resort
- Beach Club "Resort View" or AoA Nemo Suites? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Beach Club Honest Opinion : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Beach Club Resort and The Boardwalk : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Contemporary or Beach Club? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Have other people had bad experiences with Beach Club? r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Caribbean Beach Availability : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Disney Caribbean Beach : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Ease my mind about Caribbean Beach! : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Talk To Me About Caribbean Beach Resort r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Tell me the pros and cons of Caribbean Beach Resort r/WaltDisneyWorld
Videos
Disney's Beach Club Resort
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