Pros & Cons of Booking a Hotel near Disney World Disney World resorts and hotels Are they worth it to spend at a Disney World resort? What's the lowest Disney resort to stay in? What's the best Disney hotel for the bucks? Where should I stay when I go to Disney World? Walt Disney World resorts are expensive, but surprisingly, they're not as expensive as you may think. The "cheap" Disney resorts are just that - cheap. Some of these resorts include: Krakow, Sheraton, and Spring Creek. They have similar prices with many of the same amenities. What is a luxurious hotel? The "most luxurious hotel" doesn't necessarily mean the most expensive. You can get a great hotel room at a reasonable rate. You can even find some moderately-priced Disney World Resorts that have more personality than Disney's own hotels. Where should I stay during my trip to Disney World? Many people say that Orlando's West Side, Centroplex Park and Disney's BoardWalk are the wisest places to stay. A lot of people seem to be pretty happy with this information, but on my trip, I didn't really see a lot of character travel around those areas. How do I find cheap Disney World Resorts and hotels? The easiest way to find the least expensive resorts and hotels is to call around and ask local travel agents. While I haven't tried calling any travel agents who specialize in Disney World, I have talked to a few who said they had some great tips for finding the best resorts and hotels while on a Disney World vacation. And, of course, you can always check out the websites for the theme parks themselves. What's the difference between a Disney World Resorts and a Disney World Hotel? On a basic level, a Disney World Resorts is just like any other kind of hotel or resort. They offer rooms, food, activities and transportation to and from the parks. The difference is that the Disney World Resorts have a bit more character and theme park specific features. These resorts typically provide a cheaper base rate, as well as special discounts for specific Disney World rides, restaurants and special events. Are the Disney World Resorts open all day? Some Resorts are only open for a few hours during the day. Other Resorts may be open all day long. Just check with the individual parks to see if they have the same policies. Usually, the cheapest resort is at the end of the day when the magic kingdom opens. What about food and snacks? Usually, at a Disney World Resorts there is food and snack available all day. But, as you probably know; eating at a Disney World Resort comes with its own set of problems. Some of these are listed below. Are there dining options at the Disney World Resorts? There are five restaurants located within walking distance of most Disney World Resorts. There is the old-fashioned French Cafe, Buzz Lightyear's Space Shuttle, Old MacDonald's Restaurant, Post Office Park Restaurant and the Terrapin Bar & Grille. These restaurants offer quick, casual food that is quite inexpensive. All of the meals have some kind of discounts or Disney coupons attached.
Are there any cons to dining at the Disney World Resorts? There are some, but it mostly depends on what you want to eat. At some of the resorts you can dine at an actual table and enjoy a full meal. Some of the parks have table dining only. For example, The Explorer's Clubhouse has table dining only. Are there any pros or cons to staying in the different hotels located around the Walt Disney World Resort? The pros would be the easy access to Disney World and the parks. The Cons would be the slower pace of service, less personal attention, and less privacy. The hotels are not located near the parks so you might find it a little noisy and crowded. However, if you like the pace of a quiet meal then you will probably be happier in these hotels. Do you know where to look to find the best hotels in the Orlando area? If you take the time to do some online research, you will find several online travel sites that have information on just about every Orlando hotel. You will also find websites that have lots of information on resorts, condos and other forms of lodging that are located near Disney World. On these websites you will be able to read reviews on each property as well as get a detailed map showing you where the nearest attraction is. You can easily save this information on a USB stick and bring it with you when you go on your Disney World trip.