Disney's Coronado Springs Resort vs Disney's Old Key West Resort
Photo: Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort
At a Glance
| Coronado Springs | Old Key West | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Moderate | Deluxe |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 5 restaurants | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 6 locations | 4 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Hot Tub, Water Slide | Pool, Quiet Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate price | Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort |
Tier
Coronado Springs
ModerateOld Key West
DeluxeArea
Coronado Springs
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaOld Key West
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Coronado Springs
BusOld Key West
Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
Coronado Springs
5 restaurantsOld Key West
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Coronado Springs
6 locationsOld Key West
4 locationsPool Amenities
Coronado Springs
Pool, Hot Tub, Water SlideOld Key West
Pool, Quiet PoolExtended Evening Hours
Coronado Springs
NoOld Key West
YesTop Highlight
Coronado Springs
Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate priceOld Key West
Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resortOverview
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
A moderate convention resort themed around colonial Spanish and southwestern influences, anchored by Gran Destino Tower and Lago Dorado.
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.
Amenities
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Playground
- Electric Eel Game Room
- Jogging Trail
- Marina
- Fishing excursions
Wellness
- discover a dry sauna at the base of a lighthouse
- Fitness Center
- R.E.S.T. Health Club
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Transportation
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Old Key West Resort
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Boat
Disney Springs
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
- 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
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
- Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
- Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
- Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
- Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available
Cons
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
- 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
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
- Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
- Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
- Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
- Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests
On-Site Dining
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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Barcelona Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · snack
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Cafe Rix
Table ServiceAmerican, Quick Service - Coffee
breakfast · lunch
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Dahlia Lounge
Quick ServiceSpanish
snack
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El Mercado de Coronado
Quick ServiceAmerican, Mexican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Laguna Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Maya Grill
Table ServiceAmerican, Mexican, Seafood, Steakhouse
dinner
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Rix Sports Bar & Grill
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Siestas Cantina
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Three Bridges Bar & Grill To Go
Quick ServiceLatin
lunch · dinner
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Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago
Table ServiceLatin
lunch · dinner
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Toledo - Tapas, Steak & Seafood
Table ServiceSeafood, Steakhouse, Spanish
dinner
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Disney's Old Key West Resort
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Good's Food to Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Gurgling Suitcase
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Olivia's Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Olivia's Cafe To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
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Community Discussions
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
- Coronado Springs : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Coronado Springs Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Disneys Coronado Springs : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- First time back to Coronado Springs since 2006.. it's ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on Coronado Springs as a whole - Reddit r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- How is Old Key West? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Old Key West/ Saratoga Springs: are they *honestly* okay? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Solo staying at Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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