Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Yacht Club Resort

Disney's Old Key West Resort

Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort
Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Disney's Yacht Club Resort

Photo: Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Deluxe Epcot Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Old Key West

Deluxe

Yacht Club

Deluxe

Area

Old Key West

Disney Springs Resort Area

Yacht Club

Epcot Resort Area

Transportation

Old Key West

Boat, Bus

Yacht Club

Boat, Walk, Bus

Table-Service Dining

Old Key West

1 restaurant

Yacht Club

2 restaurants

Quick-Service Dining

Old Key West

4 locations

Yacht Club

5 locations

Pool Amenities

Old Key West

Pool, Quiet Pool

Yacht Club

Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Old Key West

Yes

Yacht Club

Yes

Top Highlight

Old Key West

Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort

Yacht Club

Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at Disney

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 Yacht Club Resort

A deluxe nautical resort beside Beach Club on Crescent Lake, with easy walking access to Epcot's International Gateway.

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 Yacht Club Resort

Recreation

  • stormalong bay—a 3-acre water wonderland
  • Water Slide
  • catch currents on an inner tube in the lazy river
  • Pool
  • Quiet Pool
  • Marina
  • Volleyball
  • Arcade
  • Playground

Wellness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa

Rooms

  • disney signature services — guests staying in club-level rooms
  • Club Level

Other

  • The Market at Ale and Compass all-purpose store

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 Yacht Club Resort

  • Boat

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • Walk

    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 Yacht Club Resort

  • Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at Disney
  • Walking distance to EPCOT and boat to Hollywood Studios
  • Yacht Club Marketplace and Yachtsman Steakhouse on property
  • More nautical, adult-oriented atmosphere than neighboring Beach Club
  • Easy access to BoardWalk dining and entertainment district

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 Yacht Club Resort

  • Very expensive even by Deluxe resort standards
  • Smaller pool at Yacht Club itself, relies on shared Stormalong Bay
  • Rooms can feel dated compared to more recently renovated Deluxes
  • No monorail access, bus or walk required to Magic Kingdom
  • Nautical theming may not excite young children as much as other 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 Yacht Club Resort

  • Ale & Compass Lounge

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Ale & Compass Restaurant

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • Ale & Compass Restaurant To Go

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

  • Crew's Cup Lounge

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • Martha's Vineyard

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • The Market at Ale & Compass

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

  • Yachtsman Steakhouse

    Table Service

    American, Steakhouse

    dinner

    View menu

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