Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort vs Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Photo: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Photo: Disney's Yacht Club Resort
At a Glance
| Caribbean Beach | Yacht Club | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Moderate | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Skyliner, Bus | Boat, Walk, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | 2 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 3 locations | 5 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Water Slide, Quiet Pool | Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios | Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at Disney |
Tier
Caribbean Beach
ModerateYacht Club
DeluxeArea
Caribbean Beach
Epcot Resort AreaYacht Club
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
Caribbean Beach
Skyliner, BusYacht Club
Boat, Walk, BusTable-Service Dining
Caribbean Beach
2 restaurantsYacht Club
2 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
Caribbean Beach
3 locationsYacht Club
5 locationsPool Amenities
Caribbean Beach
Pool, Water Slide, Quiet PoolYacht Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet PoolExtended Evening Hours
Caribbean Beach
NoYacht Club
YesTop Highlight
Caribbean Beach
Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosYacht Club
Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at DisneyOverview
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
A moderate resort spread around Barefoot Bay with island villages, Skyliner access, and easy connections to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
A deluxe nautical resort beside Beach Club on Crescent Lake, with easy walking access to Epcot's International Gateway.
Amenities
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- shipwreck play area
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.4-mile promenade around Barefoot Bay)
- Water Slide
- Quiet Pool
- Marina
- Fishing around Barefoot Bay
- Volleyball
Wellness
- Spa
Rooms
- Club Level
Other
- calypso trading post
- Laundry Facilities
Disney's Yacht 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
- Volleyball
- Arcade
- Playground
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Rooms
- disney signature services — guests staying in club-level rooms
- Club Level
Other
- The Market at Ale and Compass all-purpose store
Transportation
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Skyliner
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
Disney's Yacht 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
Pros
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Moderate price tier with colorful Caribbean theming
- Large resort with a central Old Port Royale hub
- Close to Art of Animation and Pop Century via Skyliner
- Refurbished rooms are a significant improvement
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
- Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at Disney
- Walking distance to EPCOT and boat to Hollywood Studios
- Yacht Club Marketplace and Yachtsman Steakhouse on property
- More nautical, adult-oriented atmosphere than neighboring Beach Club
- Easy access to BoardWalk dining and entertainment district
Cons
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Very spread-out layout makes walking distances from rooms very long
- Dining options are limited and not highly regarded by guests
- Bus-only access to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
- Lost much of its lush tropical vibe after recent reimagining
- Some room buildings are far from the main hub and bus stops
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
- Very expensive even by Deluxe resort standards
- Smaller pool at Yacht Club itself, relies on shared Stormalong Bay
- Rooms can feel dated compared to more recently renovated Deluxes
- No monorail access, bus or walk required to Magic Kingdom
- Nautical theming may not excite young children as much as other resorts
On-Site Dining
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Banana Cabana
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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Centertown Market
Quick ServiceLatin, American
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Centertown Market Grab & Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Sebastian's Bistro
Table ServiceLatin
dinner
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Spyglass Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Disney's Yacht Club Resort
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Ale & Compass Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Ale & Compass Restaurant
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Ale & Compass Restaurant To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Crew's Cup Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Martha's Vineyard
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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The Market at Ale & Compass
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Yachtsman Steakhouse
Table ServiceAmerican, Steakhouse
dinner
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Community Discussions
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Caribbean Beach Availability : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Disney Caribbean Beach : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Ease my mind about Caribbean Beach! : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Talk To Me About Caribbean Beach Resort r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Tell me the pros and cons of Caribbean Beach Resort r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
- First Time Staying at Yacht Club : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- The Yacht & Beach/Boardwalk area still blows the other ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Yacht Club Exterior Work : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Yacht Club or Beach Club : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Yacht club pros and cons : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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