Disney's Yacht Club Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott
Photo: Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Photo: Orlando World Center Marriott
At a Glance
| Yacht Club | Orlando World Center Marriott | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Deluxe |
| Area | Epcot Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Walk, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | 2 restaurants | None |
| 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 | One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area |
Tier
Yacht Club
DeluxeOrlando World Center Marriott
DeluxeArea
Yacht Club
Epcot Resort AreaOrlando World Center Marriott
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
Yacht Club
Boat, Walk, BusOrlando World Center Marriott
None listedTable-Service Dining
Yacht Club
2 restaurantsOrlando World Center Marriott
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Yacht Club
5 locationsOrlando World Center Marriott
NonePool Amenities
Yacht Club
Water Slide, Pool, Quiet PoolOrlando World Center Marriott
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Yacht Club
YesOrlando World Center Marriott
NoTop Highlight
Yacht Club
Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at DisneyOrlando World Center Marriott
One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando areaOverview
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
A deluxe nautical resort beside Beach Club on Crescent Lake, with easy walking access to Epcot's International Gateway.
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 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
Orlando World Center Marriott
Amenity details coming soon.
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
Transportation details coming soon.
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
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 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
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 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
View menu
Orlando World Center Marriott
No on-site dining information available.
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
- Marriott World Center for the WIN (Orlando) r/marriott
- Marriott World Center or Gaylord Palms? : r/orlando r/orlando
- Orlando near Disney : r/marriott r/marriott
- Orlando World Center Marriott r/marriott
- World center Orlando : r/marriott r/marriott
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