Disney's BoardWalk Inn vs Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Inspired by historic Saratoga Springs—a late-1800s’ New York retreat famous for its spas and horse racing—this charming, Victorian-style Resort hotel is nestled between rolling golf course greens and the shimmering Lake Buena Vista. Delight in stately Studios and multi-bedroom Villas, dazzling pools and a spa.

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Boat

  Disney Springs

• Walk

  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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Boat service to Disney Springs is the most convenient of any resort
• Largest Disney Vacation Club property with extensive room variety
• Treehouse Villas offer a unique and secluded resort experience
• Congress Park section has rooms literally adjacent to Disney Springs
• Full spa and fitness center on property

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Very large resort with extremely long walks between some sections
• Primarily a DVC property with limited cash booking options
• Dated theming compared to newer Disney resorts
• Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat and walk options limited to Disney Springs
• Pool complex is spread out, with multiple smaller pools instead of one standout

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Backstretch Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Chip 'n' Dale's Café at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

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• On the Rocks Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• The Artist's Palette

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

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• The Paddock Grill

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• The Turf Club Bar and Grill

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

  View menu

• The Turf Club Lounge

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

  View menu

Disney's BoardWalk Inn

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Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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