Disney's Beach Club Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott
Photo: Disney's Beach Club Resort
Photo: Orlando World Center Marriott
At a Glance
| Beach Club | Orlando World Center Marriott | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | None |
| 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 | One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area |
Tier
Beach Club
DeluxeOrlando World Center Marriott
DeluxeArea
Beach Club
Epcot Resort AreaOrlando World Center Marriott
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Beach Club
Boat, Walk, BusOrlando World Center Marriott
None listedTable-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 restaurantsOrlando World Center Marriott
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Beach Club
2 locationsOrlando World Center Marriott
NonePool Amenities
Beach Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool, Hot Tub, ShipWreck slide on pirate ship (Stormalong Bay)Orlando World Center Marriott
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Beach Club
YesOrlando World Center Marriott
NoTop Highlight
Beach Club
Stormalong Bay is widely considered the best resort pool at Disney WorldOrlando World Center Marriott
One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando areaOverview
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
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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
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
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Beach Club Marketplace
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
View menu -
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop
Table ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
View menu -
Cape May Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood
breakfast · dinner
View menu -
Hurricane Hanna's Waterside Bar and Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
View menu
Orlando World Center Marriott
No on-site dining information available.
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
- Marriott World Center for the WIN (Orlando) r/marriott
- Marriott World Center or Gaylord Palms? : r/orlando r/orlando
- Orlando near Disney : r/marriott r/marriott
- Orlando World Center Marriott r/marriott
- World center Orlando : r/marriott r/marriott
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