Disney's BoardWalk Inn vs JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
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At a Glance
| BoardWalk Inn | JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Walk, Boat, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | 3 restaurants | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 10 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Water Slide | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Iconic BoardWalk entertainment district steps from the hotel | Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes |
Tier
BoardWalk Inn
DeluxeJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
DeluxeArea
BoardWalk Inn
Epcot Resort AreaJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
BoardWalk Inn
Walk, Boat, BusJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
None listedTable-Service Dining
BoardWalk Inn
3 restaurantsJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoneQuick-Service Dining
BoardWalk Inn
10 locationsJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NonePool Amenities
BoardWalk Inn
Pool, Water SlideJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
PoolExtended Evening Hours
BoardWalk Inn
YesJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoTop Highlight
BoardWalk Inn
Iconic BoardWalk entertainment district steps from the hotelJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney DeluxesOverview
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.
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
A newer luxury Marriott property just outside Disney-owned hotels, positioned in the Bonnet Creek cluster near Disney Springs and Epcot-area access roads.
Amenities
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Water Slide
- Bicycle rental available
- Fishing excursions
Wellness
- Fitness Center
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
Other
- Business Center
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Amenity details coming soon.
Transportation
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
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Walk
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Boat
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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Transportation details coming soon.
Pros
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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes
- Impressive pool complex with lazy river and waterslides
- Full-service spa and multiple restaurants on property
- Located within Disney property boundaries with shuttle to parks
- Often significantly cheaper than comparable Disney-owned Deluxe resorts
Cons
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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- Shuttle to Disney parks is slower and less frequent than Disney buses
- No Early Entry or on-site Disney booking advantages
- Not as Disney-immersive as staying in a Disney-owned resort
- Far from all theme parks, requiring a car or shuttle every time
- Parking fees apply on top of already high nightly rates
On-Site Dining
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
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AbracadaBar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Belle Vue Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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BoardWalk Deli
Quick ServiceAmerican, Bakery
breakfast · snack
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BoardWalk Ice Cream
Quick Servicesnack
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BoardWalk Joe's Marvelous Margaritas
Quick ServiceAmerican, Mexican
snack
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Carousel Coffee
Quick ServiceBakery, American, Quick Service - Coffee
snack
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Flying Fish
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood
dinner
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Leaping Horse Libations
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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The Cake Bake Shop® Bakery by Gwendolyn Rogers
Quick ServiceBakery, American
snack
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The Cake Bake Shop® Restaurant by Gwendolyn Rogers
Table ServiceAmerican, Bakery
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Trattoria al Forno
Table ServiceItalian
breakfast · dinner
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Trattoria al Forno To Go
Quick ServiceItalian
lunch · dinner
View menu
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
No on-site dining information available.
Community Discussions
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JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
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- JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Reviews? r/marriott
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