Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Photo: Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Deluxe Magic Kingdom Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Old Key West

Deluxe

Wilderness Lodge

Deluxe

Area

Old Key West

Disney Springs Resort Area

Wilderness Lodge

Magic Kingdom Resort Area

Transportation

Old Key West

Boat, Bus

Wilderness Lodge

Boat, Bus

Table-Service Dining

Old Key West

1 restaurant

Wilderness Lodge

3 restaurants

Quick-Service Dining

Old Key West

4 locations

Wilderness Lodge

3 locations

Pool Amenities

Old Key West

Pool, Quiet Pool

Wilderness Lodge

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Old Key West

Yes

Wilderness Lodge

Yes

Top Highlight

Old Key West

Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort

Wilderness Lodge

Stunning Pacific Northwest National Park Lodge-inspired theming

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 Wilderness Lodge

A deluxe lodge inspired by U.S. national park hotels, with boat service to Magic Kingdom and adjacent Disney Vacation Club inventory.

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 Wilderness Lodge

Recreation

  • Pool
  • Arcade
  • Playground
  • Tennis Courts
  • Jogging Trail
  • Boat Rental listed in Activities & Recreation

Wellness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa

Rooms

  • Club Level

Other

  • Wilderness Lodge Mercantile shop
  • Boat dock on Bay Lake for ferry to Magic Kingdom and Fort Wilderness

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 Wilderness Lodge

  • Boat

    Magic Kingdom Park

  • 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 Wilderness Lodge

  • Stunning Pacific Northwest National Park Lodge-inspired theming
  • Boat service to Magic Kingdom from the resort dock
  • Geyser Point Bar and Grill offers outdoor lakeside dining
  • Boulder Ridge Cove Pool with waterfalls and Pacific Northwest theming
  • Peaceful wooded setting away from resort bustle

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 Wilderness Lodge

  • No monorail access, requires boat or bus to reach Magic Kingdom
  • Far from EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom
  • Standard rooms are on the smaller side for the Deluxe tier
  • Limited transportation options compared to monorail resorts
  • Some rooms lack balconies

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 Wilderness Lodge

  • Geyser Point Bar & Grill

    Table Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Geyser Point Bar & Grill To Go

    Quick Service

    American

    lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Roaring Fork

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu
  • Territory Lounge

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Whispering Canyon Cafe

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

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