The hype
Travelers love the proximity to Epcot and the pool, but often find the lobby a bit too 'corporate' and serious.
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
$550-900 / nótt
Pantaðu þetta ef You want the best pool at Disney and walking access to Epcot without the chaotic family energy of the Beach Club.
Af hverju fólk elskar þetta
- Stormalong Bay (3-acre sand-bottom pool complex)
- 10-minute walk to Epcot's International Gateway
- Refined, quieter atmosphere compared to sister resort Beach Club
Stutt samantekt: It’s a convention hotel wearing a nautical costume, which means it’s cleaner, quieter, and stuffier than its neighbors.
Farið yfir af @kuratedventures: My stay in this garden view room was exactly the peaceful retreat I needed. The nautical decor is so elegant, and being able to walk to the parks is unbeatable. Waking up to those quiet gardens made every morning perfect.
Gestur sem dvaldi hér sagði
Reality check
The 'water view' you paid $800 for might just be a view of the Stormalong Bay pool crowds, not the serene lake.
- You prioritize pool time above all else
- You want to stumble home from Epcot's World Showcase
- You prefer a darker, wood-paneled aesthetic over bright Disney whimsy
Hreinlæti og viðhald
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally thorough daily service, though recent reviews mention occasional missed dusting.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are modern and clean; grout lines usually pristine. Double sinks are a huge plus.
- Maintenance: Exterior is currently being repainted/fixed. Interiors are in good shape following the recent room refresh.
- Linens & towels: Crisp, white, high-quality. Towels at the pool are plentiful but can run out on busy afternoons.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells amazing (aloe/clover). Some 'musty' complaints in older reviews, but largely resolved with renovations.
Sleepability™
7MIÐLUNGS
0-4HÁTT
4-7.5MIÐLUNGS
7.5-10ÞÖGULT
- Daytime exterior maintenance (drilling/scaffolding)
- Hallway noise from convention guests
- Epcot fireworks (Luminous) audible in lagoon-facing rooms
Áður en þú bókar
Gott að vita
- There are NO resort fees, but parking is not free if you valet.
- You share amenities with the Beach Club, but your lobby is far quieter.
- The walk to Hollywood Studios is about 15-20 minutes, or take the Friendship Boat.
Hvað á að pakka
- Noise-canceling headphones (for the daytime construction)
- Pool shoes (the sand bottom at Stormalong Bay is rough on feet)
- Casual-nice outfits (dining here is slightly more upscale)
Herbergis-Genie
Bestu val
- Odd-numbered rooms on 3rd or 4th floor (e.g., x003-x009) for quieter water views
- Rooms 4161 or 4163 for direct Crescent Lake/Boardwalk views
Herbergi til að forðast
- Ground floor rooms near the main walkway (privacy issues)
- Rooms near the Admiral Pool (construction zone through May 2026)
Herbergisbeiðna-Genie – afrita og líma
“Requesting an odd-numbered room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing Crescent Lake for a quieter water view, away from the main walkway and elevators.”
Algengar spurningar og falin ábendingar
Allt sem þú vilt vita áður en þú bókar.
Is Stormalong Bay open in 2026?
Yes, the major refurbishment finished in mid-2025. It is fully open, though the quiet Admiral Pool is closed until May 2026.
Can I walk to the parks?
Yes. Epcot is a 10-minute walk; Hollywood Studios is a 15-20 minute walk (or a boat ride).
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed for a fee of $75 per night. You'll get a Pluto welcome kit.
Does the room have a balcony?
Yes, nearly every room at Yacht Club has a full balcony or patio (unlike Beach Club which has many 'Juliet' balconies).
How much is parking?
Self-parking is complimentary for resort guests. Valet is approximately $33-$42 per night.
Is there a gym?
Yes, the Ship Shape Health Club is one of the best on Disney property, open 24 hours.
Innherja ábendingar
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The 'Secret' Prime Rib Sliders at Crew's Cup Lounge are better than the steakhouse entrée (get them before Feb 23 closure!).
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Use the 'International Gateway' entrance at Epcot to skip the massive front-gate lines.
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The Marketplace at Ale & Compass has a better grab-and-go selection than the Beach Club marketplace.
5 hlutir sem þú ættir að vita áður en þú ferð
💡The convention center attached to the hotel means you might share the elevator with people in full business suits.
💡The 'Water View' category is a gamble; it can mean a view of a quiet pool or a view of a roof with a sliver of lake.
💡The sand in the pool is actually crushed rock and can scrape your knees—be careful.
💡You can rent a poolside cabana, but they sell out months in advance.
💡The lobby smell is a specific 'green clover and aloe' scent that fans are obsessed with.
Staðbundin handbók
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