Disney's Contemporary Resort vs JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Photo: Disney's Contemporary Resort
Photo: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
At a Glance
| Contemporary | JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Magic Kingdom Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Monorail, Walk, Boat, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | 4 restaurants | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 6 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Quiet Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Monorail runs directly through the hotel to Magic Kingdom | Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes |
Tier
Contemporary
DeluxeJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
DeluxeArea
Contemporary
Magic Kingdom Resort AreaJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Contemporary
Monorail, Walk, Boat, BusJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
None listedTable-Service Dining
Contemporary
4 restaurantsJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Contemporary
6 locationsJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NonePool Amenities
Contemporary
Pool, Quiet PoolJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Contemporary
YesJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoTop Highlight
Contemporary
Monorail runs directly through the hotel to Magic KingdomJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney DeluxesOverview
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.
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 Contemporary Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Quiet Pool
- seven seas lagoon — enjoy fishing, boating and more
- Marina
- Children's water play area
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Volleyball
Wellness
- Fitness Center
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
- Club Level
Other
- Laundry Facilities
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Amenity details coming soon.
Transportation
Disney's Contemporary Resort
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Monorail
Magic Kingdom Park
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Walk
Magic Kingdom Park
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Boat
Magic Kingdom Park
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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 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
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 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
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 Contemporary Resort
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California Grill
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood, Sushi
dinner
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Chef Mickey's
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · dinner
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Contempo Café
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Contemporary Grounds
Table ServiceAmerican, Quick Service - Coffee
dinner
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Cove Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Outer Rim
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Steakhouse 71
Table ServiceAmerican, Steakhouse
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Steakhouse 71 Lounge
Quick ServiceSteakhouse, American
snack
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Steakhouse 71 To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican, Steakhouse
lunch · dinner
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The Sand Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
No on-site dining information available.
Community Discussions
Disney's Contemporary Resort
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JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- JW Bonnet Creek or? : r/marriott r/marriott
- JW Marriot Bonnet Creek : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Reviews? r/marriott
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- Orlando stay - JW Bonnet Creek or JW Grande Lakes r/marriott
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