Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

Moderate Animal Kingdom Resort Area

A moderate convention resort themed around colonial Spanish and southwestern influences, anchored by Gran Destino Tower and Lago Dorado.

Alex Young
Alex Young
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Photo: Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

Pros

  • Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate price
  • Exceptional dining at Toledo restaurant atop Gran Destino Tower
  • Beautiful Lago Dorado lake and lush resort grounds
  • Large convention facilities make it great for business travelers
  • Impressive pool complex with Mayan pyramid waterslide

Cons

  • Very spread-out resort with long walks from casitas to the main hub
  • Primarily a convention hotel, can feel less magical than other resorts
  • Far from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios by bus
  • Moderate pricing but far location makes it less convenient
  • Some areas of the resort feel dated and in need of updates

Amenities

Recreation

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Playground
  • Arcade
  • Running Trail
  • Marina
  • Volleyball
  • Water Slide

Wellness

  • Spa
  • Fitness Center
  • Massage services available
  • Salon

Rooms

  • club-access reservations — chronos club

Other

  • Business Center
  • Laundry Facilities

Transportation

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

On-Site Dining

11 restaurants at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

  • Barcelona Lounge

    Barcelona Lounge

    Quick Service

    American · Breakfast · Snack

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  • Cafe Rix

    Cafe Rix

    Quick Service

    American, Quick Service - Coffee · Breakfast · Lunch

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  • Dahlia Lounge

    Dahlia Lounge

    Quick Service

    Spanish · Snack

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  • El Mercado de Coronado

    El Mercado de Coronado

    Quick Service

    American, Mexican · Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

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  • Laguna Bar

    Laguna Bar

    Quick Service

    American · Snack

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  • Maya Grill

    Maya Grill

    Table Service

    American, Mexican, Seafood, Steakhouse · Dinner

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  • Rix Sports Bar & Grill

    Rix Sports Bar & Grill

    Table Service

    American · Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

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  • Siestas Cantina

    Siestas Cantina

    Quick Service

    American · Snack

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  • Three Bridges Bar & Grill To Go

    Three Bridges Bar & Grill To Go

    Quick Service

    Latin · Lunch · Dinner

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  • Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago

    Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago

    Table Service

    Latin · Dinner

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  • Toledo - Tapas, Steak & Seafood

    Toledo - Tapas, Steak & Seafood

    Table Service

    Seafood, Steakhouse, Spanish · Dinner

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you get from Coronado Springs to the theme parks?

For Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and Disney Springs, you'll use Disney buses.

What dining options are at Coronado Springs?

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort has 11 on-site dining options. Sit-down options include Maya Grill, Rix Sports Bar & Grill, Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago, and Toledo - Tapas, Steak & Seafood. Quick-service spots include Barcelona Lounge, Cafe Rix, Dahlia Lounge, El Mercado de Coronado, Laguna Bar, Siestas Cantina, and Three Bridges Bar & Grill To Go.

What pool and recreation amenities does Coronado Springs have?

The pool setup at Coronado Springs includes Pool, Hot Tub, and Water Slide. Beyond the pool area, you also have Playground, Arcade, Running Trail, Marina, and Volleyball. For workouts or downtime, there is Spa, Fitness Center, Massage services available, and Salon.

Does Coronado Springs have Extended Evening Theme Park Hours?

No. Extended Evening Theme Park Hours are reserved for deluxe and deluxe villa resorts. As a moderate resort, Coronado Springs guests still get the standard 30-minute Early Entry benefit, but not the extra evening time.

Is Coronado Springs a good fit for families with young kids?

Coronado Springs can still work well for families, but it is a bus-only resort. Disney buses handle strollers, though park open and park close tend to take more patience with little kids. Kid-friendly amenities include Pool, Playground, Arcade, and Water Slide. There are 4 on-site table-service options, which helps on nights when you do not want to leave the resort for dinner.

What are the biggest drawbacks of staying at Coronado Springs?

The main trade-offs at Coronado Springs are these: Very spread-out resort with long walks from casitas to the main hub. Primarily a convention hotel, can feel less magical than other resorts. Far from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios by bus. Moderate pricing but far location makes it less convenient. Some areas of the resort feel dated and in need of updates.

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