Disney's Yacht Club Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney's Yacht Club Resort

Photo: Disney's Yacht Club 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

Yacht Club

Deluxe

Orlando World Center Marriott

Deluxe

Area

Yacht Club

Epcot Resort Area

Orlando World Center Marriott

Disney Springs Resort Area

Transportation

Yacht Club

Boat, Walk, Bus

Orlando World Center Marriott

None listed

Table-Service Dining

Yacht Club

2 restaurants

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Quick-Service Dining

Yacht Club

5 locations

Orlando World Center Marriott

None

Pool Amenities

Yacht Club

Water Slide, Pool, Quiet Pool

Orlando World Center Marriott

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

Yacht Club

Yes

Orlando World Center Marriott

No

Top Highlight

Yacht Club

Shares Stormalong Bay with Beach Club, one of the best pools at Disney

Orlando World Center Marriott

One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area

Overview

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

  • Boat

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • Walk

    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 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

  • Ale & Compass Lounge

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Ale & Compass Restaurant

    Table Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Ale & Compass Restaurant To Go

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Crew's Cup Lounge

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Martha's Vineyard

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • The Market at Ale & Compass

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu
  • Yachtsman Steakhouse

    Table Service

    American, Steakhouse

    dinner

    View menu

Orlando World Center Marriott

No on-site dining information available.

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