Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort vs Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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.

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

The newer tower within the Swan and Dolphin complex, positioned near Crescent Lake and marketed as a more boutique-style Marriott option.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Walk

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Boat

  EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Bus

  Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complex
• Spacious tower rooms with contemporary design and updated amenities
• Same Crescent Lake location with walking access to EPCOT
• Marriott Bonvoy points redemption available
• Quieter and more upscale feel than the larger Swan and Dolphin hotels

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• No Disney on-site perks such as Early Entry or booking advantages
• High resort fees on top of nightly rate increase true cost
• Smaller pool exclusive to Swan Reserve guests, main pools are at Swan/Dolphin
• Limited dining within the Swan Reserve itself
• No direct transportation to Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom

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

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Amare

  Table Service

  Mediterranean

  lunch · dinner

  View menu

• Grounds

  Table Service

  Bakery, American, Quick Service - Coffee

  snack

  View menu

• Stir

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

  View menu

• Tangerine

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

  View menu

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

• Caribbean Beach Availability : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Disney Caribbean Beach : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Ease my mind about Caribbean Beach! : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Talk To Me About Caribbean Beach Resort
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• Tell me the pros and cons of Caribbean Beach Resort
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Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

• Swan & Dolphin appreciation : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Swan or Swan Reserve? : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Swan Reserve pros and cons : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Thoughts on the Swan Reserve? : r/WaltDisneyWorld
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• Walt Disney World Swan Reserve and ADR/LL
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Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

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  Should YOU Stay at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort?

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Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

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  Disney Swan, Dolphin & Swan Reserve FULL Resort Tours

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