Benefits of Staying at a WDW Resort

For some people staying on property is never a question, for others it's "convince me the extra money is worth it". Having stayed both on and off property please believe us when we say there really is a difference. When staying at a Disney resort you receive VIP treatment whether you're staying at a value resort or one of the more expensive deluxe accommodations. Plus, Walt Disney World resort guests are allowed many perks you may not receive by staying off-property.

TOP FOUR BENEFITS:

Disney's Magical Express -- Guests traveling via commercial airline to Orlando International Airport (MCO) will receive special luggage tags that allow them to check their bags at their hometown airport, bypass baggage claim at MCO and board state-of-the-art motor coaches for complimentary transportation to their Disney resort, where their bags will magically appear in their guestroom. When it's time to say good-bye, guests board motor coaches for complimentary transportation back to MCO. An extra convenience: guests traveling on participating airlines can check their baggage for the return flight at their Disney resort, saving time and luggage-toting at the airport.

Walt Disney World Transportation System -- Buses, monorails, and boat launches are combined to connect virtually all areas of Walt Disney World. With the convenience of door-to-door service throughout the resort many guests enjoy their WDW vacation without a car.

Extra Magic Hour -- Each day guests staying at a Disney resort are offered exclusive time in a WDW theme park one hour prior to scheduled park opening or up to 3 hours after park closing. The park varies from day to day. To take advantage of this perk guests must have their resort ID plus a valid admission ticket for the park(s) offering Extra Magic Hours.

Disney Dining Plan -- Guests who combine their hotel accommodations and attraction tickets into a Magic Your Way Package are eligible to add dining for the convenience of a more-inclusive "cruise-style" vacation package.

OTHER BENEFITS AND PERKS OF DISNEY RESORTS:

Central Billing -- Resort guest can opt to have charging privileges on their resort hotel account.

Child-Care Services -- For a nominal fee resort guests can drop the kids off at one of Disney's child-care facilities and enjoy an evening out alone.

Exemption from Parking Fees at the WDW Theme Parks -- By presenting a resort ID, guests enter parking lots for free no matter how many parks they visit during their stay.

Guaranteed Entry -- Even when the parking lots are full resort guests using Disney transportation are guaranteed entry to all Walt Disney World theme parks and water parks.

Guest Services -- With just one phone call resort guests can arrange for park tickets, dining reservations, and/or tee times. Guest services will also provide helping hints on setting up any other activity you may like to try.

Online Check-In -- Guests can take care of the paperwork that normally accompanies check-in in the comfort of their home up to 10 days before their visit.

Preferred Tee Times -- If you're a golfer, resort guests get preferred tee times at any of Disney's golf courses. Plus, golfing guests will receive complimentary door-to-door transportation between their resort and WDW golf facilities.

Shopping -- Resort guests don't have to worry about carrying their parcels around with them all day. Any purchases can be delivered to your resort room automatically.

Sports/Recreation -- Walt Disney World resort guests are offered a variety of playtime activities - including tennis, swimming, golf, fishing, sailboat rentals, canoeing, horseback riding, croquet, shuffleboard, playgrounds, and workout facilities.

Transportation -- Resort guests can forget about the car keys and parking hassles by using Disney transportation. Special boats, buses, and monorails are available to transport you anywhere on Disney property. Plus, in the event you should opt to drive your own vehicle all parking fees are free. 

Vacation Settings -- Resort guest can quickly and easily take a mid-day break from the theme parks by enjoying the themed pool at their resort, kicking back in a rocker at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort, napping in a hammock at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, or kicking off their shoes and sinking their toes into the sandy beaches at Disney's Polynesian Resort or Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Each resort is a vacation in itself.

Youth Policy -- Guests 17 and under stay at no additional charge in parents' rooms (up to the designated capacity of the room).

Last Updated: May 17, 2009