Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Disney's Old Key West Resort

Disney's Beach Club Resort

Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort
Deluxe Epcot Resort Area
Disney's Old Key West Resort

Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort
Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Beach Club

Deluxe

Old Key West

Deluxe

Area

Beach Club

Epcot Resort Area

Old Key West

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Beach Club

Boat, Walk, Bus

Old Key West

Boat, Bus

Table-Service Dining

Beach Club

2 restaurants

Old Key West

1 restaurant

Quick-Service Dining

Beach Club

2 locations

Old Key West

4 locations

Pool Amenities

Beach Club

Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)

Old Key West

Pool, Quiet Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Beach Club

Yes

Old Key West

Yes

Top Highlight

Beach Club

Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World

Old Key West

Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort

Overview

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 Old Key West Resort

Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.

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 Old Key West Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • Quiet Pool
  • Tennis Courts
  • Playground
  • Electric Eel Game Room
  • Jogging Trail
  • Marina
  • Fishing excursions

Wellness

  • discover a dry sauna at the base of a lighthouse
  • Fitness Center
  • R.E.S.T. Health Club

Other

  • Laundry Facilities

Transportation

Disney's Beach Club Resort

  • Boat

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • Walk

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • Bus

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

Disney's Old Key West Resort

  • Boat

    Disney Springs

  • 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 Old Key West Resort

  • Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
  • Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
  • Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
  • Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
  • Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available

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 Old Key West Resort

  • Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
  • Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
  • Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
  • Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
  • Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests

On-Site Dining

Disney's Beach Club Resort

  • Beach Club Marketplace

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • Beaches & Cream Soda Shop

    Table Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

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  • Cape May Cafe

    Table Service

    American, Seafood

    breakfast · dinner

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  • Hurricane Hanna's Waterside Bar and Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch

    View menu

Disney's Old Key West Resort

  • Good's Food to Go

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

  • Gurgling Suitcase

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Olivia's Cafe

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • Olivia's Cafe To Go

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch

    View menu

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