Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Disney's Beach Club Resort

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Deluxe Epcot Resort Area
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

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Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Beach Club

Deluxe

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

Deluxe

Area

Beach Club

Epcot Resort Area

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Beach Club

Boat, Walk, Bus

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

Bus

Table-Service Dining

Beach Club

2 restaurants

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

1 restaurant

Quick-Service Dining

Beach Club

2 locations

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

None

Pool 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

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Beach Club

Yes

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

No

Top Highlight

Beach Club

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

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World

Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World

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.

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

Amenity details coming soon.

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

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

  • 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

  • Beach Club Marketplace

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Beaches & Cream Soda Shop

    Table Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Cape May Cafe

    Table Service

    American, Seafood

    breakfast · dinner

    View menu
  • Hurricane Hanna's Waterside Bar and Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch

    View menu

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

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