Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Disney's Riviera Resort
Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort
Photo: Disney's Riviera Resort
At a Glance
| Beach Club | Riviera | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | Skyliner, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 1 location |
| Pool Amenities | Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay) | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World | Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios |
Tier
Beach Club
DeluxeRiviera
DeluxeArea
Beach Club
Epcot Resort AreaRiviera
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
Beach Club
Boat, Walk, BusRiviera
Skyliner, BusTable-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 restaurantsRiviera
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 locationsRiviera
1 locationPool Amenities
Beach Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)Riviera
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Beach Club
YesRiviera
YesTop Highlight
Beach Club
Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney WorldRiviera
Disney Skyliner hub with direct 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 Riviera Resort
Enchantment awaits you at a Resort hotel that’s inspired by Europe and imagined by Disney. Here, you can delight in exhilarating activities, delectable dining and stylish accommodations—from cozy Tower Studios to spacious villas with up to 3 bedrooms.
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 Riviera Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- a soothing bubble-jet bathtub
- S'Il Vous Plait aquatic play area for kids 48 inches and under
- Jogging Trail
Wellness
- Spa
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Gift Shop
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 Riviera 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 Riviera Resort
- Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Elegant European Riviera theming unlike any other Disney resort
- Topolino's Terrace character dining breakfast at the rooftop restaurant
- One of the newest Disney-owned resorts with modern room quality
- Skyliner connection to multiple resorts makes for easy park hopping
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 Riviera Resort
- DVC resale restrictions limit booking flexibility for non-DVC members
- Primarily a DVC property with limited cash room inventory
- No dedicated table service for non-character-dining other than rooftop
- Bus-only to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom parks
- Theming may feel generic compared to more strongly themed resorts
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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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 Riviera Resort
- Details! Disney's Riviera Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Riviera resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Riviera Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Riviera Resort or Switch it? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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