Disney's Riviera Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney's Riviera Resort

Photo: Disney's Riviera Resort

Deluxe Epcot Resort Area
Orlando World Center Marriott

Photo: Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe Disney Springs Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

Riviera

Deluxe

Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe

Area

Riviera

Epcot Resort Area

Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Riviera

Skyliner, Bus

Orlando World Center Marriott

None listed

Table-Service Dining

Riviera

1 restaurant

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Quick-Service Dining

Riviera

1 location

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Pool Amenities

Riviera

Pool

Orlando World Center Marriott

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Riviera

Yes

Orlando World Center Marriott

No

Top Highlight

Riviera

Disney Skyliner hub with direct access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios

Orlando World Center Marriott

One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area

Overview

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.

Orlando World Center Marriott

A very large Marriott convention resort near Walt Disney World, known for its extensive meeting space, golf course, and water amenities.

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

Amenity details coming soon.

Transportation

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

  • One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area
  • Extremely large resort with comprehensive amenities
  • Golf course on property for golf enthusiasts
  • Multiple dining options ranging from quick service to fine dining
  • Often available at lower rates than Disney-owned resorts nearby

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

  • No Disney transportation, requires car or paid shuttle to all parks
  • Not located within Disney property, further from parks than Bonnet Creek
  • No Disney on-site perks like Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
  • Large resort can feel impersonal and convention-focused
  • Long drives to theme parks add cost and time to each park day

On-Site Dining

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

No on-site dining information available.

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