Disney's Coronado Springs Resort vs Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Photo: Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Photo: Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
At a Glance
| Coronado Springs | Saratoga Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Moderate | Deluxe |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Boat, Walk, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 5 restaurants | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 6 locations | 6 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Hot Tub, Water Slide | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate price | Boat service to Disney Springs is the most convenient of any resort |
Tier
Coronado Springs
ModerateSaratoga Springs
DeluxeArea
Coronado Springs
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaSaratoga Springs
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Coronado Springs
BusSaratoga Springs
Boat, Walk, BusTable-Service Dining
Coronado Springs
5 restaurantsSaratoga Springs
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Coronado Springs
6 locationsSaratoga Springs
6 locationsPool Amenities
Coronado Springs
Pool, Hot Tub, Water SlideSaratoga Springs
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Coronado Springs
NoSaratoga Springs
YesTop Highlight
Coronado Springs
Gran Destino Tower offers true Deluxe-quality rooms at Moderate priceSaratoga Springs
Boat service to Disney Springs is the most convenient of any 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 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.
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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Recreation
- Pool
- disney's lake buena vista golf course
- Children's themed interactive wet play area with pop-jet fountains
- Tennis Courts
- Running Trail listed in Activities & Recreation
- Boat Rental listed in Activities & Recreation; information from Horsing Around Rentals
Wellness
- Spa
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Artist Palette shop and merchandise at Carriage House
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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
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Boat
Disney Springs
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Walk
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 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
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 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
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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
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Backstretch Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Chip 'n' Dale's Café at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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On the Rocks Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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The Artist's Palette
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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The Paddock Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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The Turf Club Bar and Grill
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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The Turf Club Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Community Discussions
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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- Thoughts on Coronado Springs as a whole - Reddit r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
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