Disney's Wilderness Lodge vs Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Photo: Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Deluxe Magic Kingdom 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

Wilderness Lodge

Deluxe

Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe

Area

Wilderness Lodge

Magic Kingdom Resort Area

Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Wilderness Lodge

Boat, Bus

Orlando World Center Marriott

None listed

Table-Service Dining

Wilderness Lodge

3 restaurants

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Quick-Service Dining

Wilderness Lodge

3 locations

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Pool Amenities

Wilderness Lodge

Pool

Orlando World Center Marriott

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Wilderness Lodge

Yes

Orlando World Center Marriott

No

Top Highlight

Wilderness Lodge

Stunning Pacific Northwest National Park Lodge-inspired theming

Orlando World Center Marriott

One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area

Overview

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.

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 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

Orlando World Center Marriott

Amenity details coming soon.

Transportation

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

Orlando World Center Marriott

Transportation details coming soon.

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

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 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

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 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

Orlando World Center Marriott

No on-site dining information available.

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