Disney's Contemporary Resort vs Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Disney's Contemporary Resort

A flagship monorail resort next to Magic Kingdom, recognized for its A-frame tower and quick walk to the park gates.

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 Contemporary Resort

Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Disney's Contemporary Resort

• Monorail

  Magic Kingdom Park

• Walk

  Magic Kingdom Park

• Boat

  Magic Kingdom Park

• Bus

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• Boat

  Disney Springs

• Walk

  Disney Springs

• Bus

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Disney's Contemporary Resort

• Monorail runs directly through the hotel to Magic Kingdom
• Walking distance to Magic Kingdom, closest hotel to the park
• Top-tier dining including California Grill atop the resort
• Iconic A-frame architecture and clean modern design
• Bay Lake Tower offers direct walkway connection

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 Contemporary Resort

• One of the most expensive resorts at Walt Disney World
• Modern design lacks the immersive theming of other Deluxe resorts
• Standard rooms can feel dated compared to newer renovations
• Far from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, bus ride required
• Monorail loop congestion can cause delays during peak times

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 Contemporary Resort

• California Grill

  Table Service

  American, Seafood, Sushi

  dinner

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• Chef Mickey's

  Table Service

  American

  breakfast · dinner

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• Contempo Café

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• Contemporary Grounds

  Table Service

  American, Quick Service - Coffee

  dinner

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• Cove Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Outer Rim

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• Steakhouse 71

  Table Service

  American, Steakhouse

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• Steakhouse 71 Lounge

  Quick Service

  Steakhouse, American

  snack

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• Steakhouse 71 To Go

  Quick Service

  American, Steakhouse

  lunch · dinner

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• The Sand Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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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

  View menu

• 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 Contemporary Resort

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