Disney's BoardWalk Inn vs Disney's Old Key West Resort

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

A deluxe Crescent Lake resort styled after early-20th-century Atlantic boardwalks, with walking access to Epcot and boat service to Hollywood Studios.

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

• Walk

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Boat

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Boat

  Disney Springs

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

• Iconic BoardWalk entertainment district steps from the hotel
• Walking distance to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
• Beautifully themed 1920s Atlantic City-style atmosphere
• Excellent dining and nightlife options directly outside the door
• Crescent Lake location gives easy access to Beach Club and Yacht Club

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
• Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
• Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
• Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
• Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

• BoardWalk entertainment area can be noisy late into the night
• Rooms are among the smaller at Deluxe tier for the price
• No direct monorail access to Magic Kingdom
• Pool options are not as impressive as Beach Club's Stormalong Bay
• Parking can be limited and inconvenient

Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
• Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
• Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
• Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
• Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

• AbracadaBar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Belle Vue Lounge

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• BoardWalk Deli

  Quick Service

  American, Bakery

  breakfast · snack

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• BoardWalk Ice Cream

  Quick Service

  snack

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• BoardWalk Joe's Marvelous Margaritas

  Quick Service

  American, Mexican

  snack

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• Carousel Coffee

  Quick Service

  Bakery, American, Quick Service - Coffee

  snack

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• Flying Fish

  Table Service

  American, Seafood

  dinner

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• Leaping Horse Libations

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• The Cake Bake Shop® Bakery by Gwendolyn Rogers

  Quick Service

  Bakery, American

  snack

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• The Cake Bake Shop® Restaurant by Gwendolyn Rogers

  Table Service

  American, Bakery

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• Trattoria al Forno

  Table Service

  Italian

  breakfast · dinner

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• Trattoria al Forno To Go

  Quick Service

  Italian

  lunch · dinner

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Disney's Old Key West Resort

• Good's Food to Go

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast

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• Gurgling Suitcase

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Olivia's Cafe

  Table Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• Olivia's Cafe To Go

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch

  View menu

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

• Boardwalk Inn : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Boardwalk Inn & Villas : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Is the boardwalk inn worth it? : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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Disney's Old Key West Resort

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• Old Key West/ Saratoga Springs: are they *honestly* okay?
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• Solo staying at Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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