Disney's Wilderness Lodge vs Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Photo: Disney's Wilderness Lodge
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At a Glance
| Wilderness Lodge | Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Magic Kingdom Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 3 restaurants | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 3 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Stunning Pacific Northwest National Park Lodge-inspired theming | Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World |
Tier
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DeluxeFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
DeluxeArea
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Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
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Boat, BusFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
BusTable-Service Dining
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3 restaurantsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Wilderness Lodge
3 locationsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NonePool Amenities
Wilderness Lodge
PoolFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Wilderness Lodge
YesFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoTop Highlight
Wilderness Lodge
Stunning Pacific Northwest National Park Lodge-inspired themingFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney WorldOverview
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.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Discover a AAA Five Diamond-rated resort that combines the ultimate in luxury accommodations with a dash of Disney enchantment. Located within Walt Disney World Resort, this lakeside retreat is an idyllic getaway with impeccably designed rooms and suites—along with exclusive amenities and In-Room Celebrations to delight all ages and interests.
Amenities
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Transportation
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
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Boat
Magic Kingdom Park
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World
- Dedicated Disney planning team and exclusive park access benefits
- Exceptional pool complex with multiple pools and lazy river
- Fine dining at Capa rooftop steakhouse with Magic Kingdom fireworks views
- Spacious rooms with luxury furnishings surpassing Disney-owned Deluxes
Cons
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Significantly more expensive than any Disney-owned hotel
- Located in Golden Oak, requires shuttle or car to reach theme parks
- Complimentary shuttle to parks runs on a fixed schedule, less flexible than Disney buses
- Does not feel as immersively Disney-themed as Disney-owned resorts
- Located in Golden Oak community, physically distant from all parks
On-Site Dining
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
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Geyser Point Bar & Grill
Table ServiceAmerican
snack
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Geyser Point Bar & Grill To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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Roaring Fork
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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Territory Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Whispering Canyon Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Capa
Table ServiceSteakhouse
dinner
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