Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Photo: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Moderate Epcot Resort Area
Orlando World Center Marriott

Photo: Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Caribbean Beach

Moderate

Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe

Area

Caribbean Beach

Epcot Resort Area

Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Caribbean Beach

Skyliner, Bus

Orlando World Center Marriott

None listed

Table-Service Dining

Caribbean Beach

2 restaurants

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Quick-Service Dining

Caribbean Beach

3 locations

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Pool Amenities

Caribbean Beach

Pool, Water Slide, Quiet Pool

Orlando World Center Marriott

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Caribbean Beach

No

Orlando World Center Marriott

No

Top Highlight

Caribbean Beach

Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios

Orlando World Center Marriott

One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area

Overview

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.

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 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

Orlando World Center Marriott

Amenity details coming soon.

Transportation

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Skyliner

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • 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 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

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 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

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 Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Banana Cabana

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu
  • Centertown Market

    Quick Service

    Latin, American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Centertown Market Grab & Go

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Sebastian's Bistro

    Table Service

    Latin

    dinner

    View menu
  • Spyglass Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

Orlando World Center Marriott

No on-site dining information available.

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