Disney's Yacht Club Resort vs Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Photo: Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Photo: Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort
At a Glance
| Yacht Club | Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 5 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at Disney | Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World |
Tier
Yacht Club
DeluxeFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
DeluxeArea
Yacht Club
Epcot Resort AreaFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Yacht Club
Boat, Walk, BusFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
BusTable-Service Dining
Yacht Club
2 restaurantsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Yacht Club
5 locationsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NonePool Amenities
Yacht Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet PoolFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Yacht Club
YesFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoTop Highlight
Yacht Club
Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at DisneyFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney WorldOverview
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
A deluxe nautical resort beside Beach Club on Crescent Lake, with easy walking access to Epcot's International Gateway.
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 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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Transportation
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
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Boat
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Walk
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
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 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
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 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
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 Yacht Club Resort
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Ale & Compass Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Ale & Compass Restaurant
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Ale & Compass Restaurant To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Crew's Cup Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Martha's Vineyard
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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The Market at Ale & Compass
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Yachtsman Steakhouse
Table ServiceAmerican, Steakhouse
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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Community Discussions
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
- First Time Staying at Yacht Club : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- The Yacht & Beach/Boardwalk area still blows the other ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Yacht Club Exterior Work : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Yacht Club or Beach Club : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Yacht club pros and cons : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Four Seasons at Walt Disney World Sold as Part of $1.1 ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Review r/LuxuryTravel
- Four Seasons Orlando? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Here's our view from the Four Seasons Orlando! r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Review: Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World (August 2025) r/FATTravel
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