Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Photo: Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
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At a Glance

Tier

Old Key West

Deluxe

Saratoga Springs

Deluxe

Area

Old Key West

Disney Springs Resort Area

Saratoga Springs

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Old Key West

Boat, Bus

Saratoga Springs

Boat, Walk, Bus

Table-Service Dining

Old Key West

1 restaurant

Saratoga Springs

1 restaurant

Quick-Service Dining

Old Key West

4 locations

Saratoga Springs

6 locations

Pool Amenities

Old Key West

Pool, Quiet Pool

Saratoga Springs

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Old Key West

Yes

Saratoga Springs

Yes

Top Highlight

Old Key West

Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort

Saratoga Springs

Boat service to Disney Springs is the most convenient of any resort

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 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 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 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 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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

  • Boat

    Disney Springs

  • Walk

    Disney Springs

  • 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 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 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 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 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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

  • Backstretch Pool Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Chip 'n' Dale's Café at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • On the Rocks Pool Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • The Artist's Palette

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • The Paddock Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • The Turf Club Bar and Grill

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu
  • The Turf Club Lounge

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

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