Disney's Riviera Resort vs JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Photo: Disney's Riviera Resort
Photo: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
At a Glance
| Riviera | JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Skyliner, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 1 location | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios | Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes |
Tier
Riviera
DeluxeJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
DeluxeArea
Riviera
Epcot Resort AreaJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Riviera
Skyliner, BusJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
None listedTable-Service Dining
Riviera
1 restaurantJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Riviera
1 locationJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NonePool Amenities
Riviera
PoolJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Riviera
YesJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
NoTop Highlight
Riviera
Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosJW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney DeluxesOverview
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.
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
A newer luxury Marriott property just outside Disney-owned hotels, positioned in the Bonnet Creek cluster near Disney Springs and Epcot-area access roads.
Amenities
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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Amenity details coming soon.
Transportation
Disney's Riviera Resort
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Skyliner
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Transportation details coming soon.
Pros
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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- Luxurious rooms and suites at competitive prices vs Disney Deluxes
- Impressive pool complex with lazy river and waterslides
- Full-service spa and multiple restaurants on property
- Located within Disney property boundaries with shuttle to parks
- Often significantly cheaper than comparable Disney-owned Deluxe resorts
Cons
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
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
- Shuttle to Disney parks is slower and less frequent than Disney buses
- No Early Entry or on-site Disney booking advantages
- Not as Disney-immersive as staying in a Disney-owned resort
- Far from all theme parks, requiring a car or shuttle every time
- Parking fees apply on top of already high nightly rates
On-Site Dining
Community Discussions
Disney's Riviera Resort
- Details! Disney's Riviera Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
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- JW Marriot Bonnet Creek : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Reviews? r/marriott
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