Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Riviera Resort

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Disney's Riviera Resort

Photo: Disney's Riviera Resort

Deluxe Epcot Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Old Key West

Deluxe

Riviera

Deluxe

Area

Old Key West

Disney Springs Resort Area

Riviera

Epcot Resort Area

Transportation

Old Key West

Boat, Bus

Riviera

Skyliner, Bus

Table-Service Dining

Old Key West

1 restaurant

Riviera

1 restaurant

Quick-Service Dining

Old Key West

4 locations

Riviera

1 location

Pool Amenities

Old Key West

Pool, Quiet Pool

Riviera

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Old Key West

Yes

Riviera

Yes

Top Highlight

Old Key West

Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort

Riviera

Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios

Overview

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.

Disney's Riviera Resort

Enchantment awaits you at a Resort hotel that’s inspired by Europe and imagined by Disney. Here, you can delight in exhilarating activities, delectable dining and stylish accommodations—from cozy Tower Studios to spacious villas with up to 3 bedrooms.

Amenities

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

Disney's Riviera Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • a soothing bubble-jet bathtub
  • S'Il Vous Plait aquatic play area for kids 48 inches and under
  • Jogging Trail

Wellness

  • Spa

Other

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Gift Shop

Transportation

Disney's Old Key West Resort

  • Boat

    Disney Springs

  • Bus

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

Disney's Riviera Resort

  • Skyliner

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • Bus

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

Pros

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

Disney's Riviera Resort

  • Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
  • Elegant European Riviera theming unlike any other Disney resort
  • Topolino's Terrace character dining breakfast at the rooftop restaurant
  • One of the newest Disney-owned resorts with modern room quality
  • Skyliner connection to multiple resorts makes for easy park hopping

Cons

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

Disney's Riviera Resort

  • DVC resale restrictions limit booking flexibility for non-DVC members
  • Primarily a DVC property with limited cash room inventory
  • No dedicated table service for non-character-dining other than rooftop
  • Bus-only to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom parks
  • Theming may feel generic compared to more strongly themed resorts

On-Site Dining

Disney's Old Key West Resort

  • Good's Food to Go

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu
  • Gurgling Suitcase

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Olivia's Cafe

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Olivia's Cafe To Go

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch

    View menu

Disney's Riviera Resort

  • Primo Piatto

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner · snack

    View menu
  • Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera

    Table Service

    French, Italian

    breakfast · dinner

    View menu

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