Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort
Photo: Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort
At a Glance
| Beach Club | Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay) | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney World | Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World |
Tier
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DeluxeFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
DeluxeArea
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Epcot Resort AreaFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
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Boat, Walk, BusFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
BusTable-Service Dining
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2 restaurantsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 locationsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NonePool Amenities
Beach Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Beach Club
YesFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoTop Highlight
Beach Club
Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney WorldFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney WorldOverview
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.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Discover a AAA Five Diamond-rated resort that combines the ultimate in luxury accommodations with a dash of Disney enchantment. Located within Walt Disney World Resort, this lakeside retreat is an idyllic getaway with impeccably designed rooms and suites—along with exclusive amenities and In-Room Celebrations to delight all ages and interests.
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World
- Dedicated Disney planning team and exclusive park access benefits
- Exceptional pool complex with multiple pools and lazy river
- Fine dining at Capa rooftop steakhouse with Magic Kingdom fireworks views
- Spacious rooms with luxury furnishings surpassing Disney-owned Deluxes
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Significantly more expensive than any Disney-owned hotel
- Located in Golden Oak, requires shuttle or car to reach theme parks
- Complimentary shuttle to parks runs on a fixed schedule, less flexible than Disney buses
- Does not feel as immersively Disney-themed as Disney-owned resorts
- Located in Golden Oak community, physically distant from all parks
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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Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Capa
Table ServiceSteakhouse
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
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- Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Review r/LuxuryTravel
- Four Seasons Orlando? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Here's our view from the Four Seasons Orlando! r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Review: Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World (August 2025) r/FATTravel
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