Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney's Beach Club Resort

Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort

Deluxe Epcot Resort Area
Orlando World Center Marriott

Photo: Orlando World Center Marriott

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

At a Glance

Tier

Beach Club

Deluxe

Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe

Area

Beach Club

Epcot Resort Area

Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Beach Club

Boat, Walk, Bus

Orlando World Center Marriott

None listed

Table-Service Dining

Beach Club

2 restaurants

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Quick-Service Dining

Beach Club

2 locations

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Pool Amenities

Beach Club

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Beach Club

Yes

Orlando World Center Marriott

No

Top Highlight

Beach Club

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area

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.

Orlando World Center Marriott

A very large Marriott convention resort near Walt Disney World, known for its extensive meeting space, golf course, and water amenities.

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

Transportation details coming soon.

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

  • One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area
  • Extremely large resort with comprehensive amenities
  • Golf course on property for golf enthusiasts
  • Multiple dining options ranging from quick service to fine dining
  • Often available at lower rates than Disney-owned resorts nearby

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

  • No Disney transportation, requires car or paid shuttle to all parks
  • Not located within Disney property, further from parks than Bonnet Creek
  • No Disney on-site perks like Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
  • Large resort can feel impersonal and convention-focused
  • Long drives to theme parks add cost and time to each park day

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

No on-site dining information available.

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