DVC Resorts Ranked: Top 5 Most Magical Stays

For prospective Disney Vacation Club owners, choosing the right home resort can feel almost as important as choosing the perfect park itinerary. With immersive theming, top-notch amenities, and unbeatable proximity to the attractions, every DVC resort has something special to offer. But when it comes to value, convenience, and overall experience, some consistently rise to the top. In this guide, we’ve picked five of our favorite DVC resorts, using the metrics above—as well as factors like popularity, accommodations, amenities, transportation options, and resale demand—to create the ultimate ranking of DVC’s best resorts. So, whether you’re looking to buy your first DVC timeshare or exploring the long-term value of ownership, our DVC Resorts Ranked breakdown will help you make an informed decision. Let’s dive in!

How We Ranked the Top 5 DVC Resorts

Before we get started, it’s worth noting that any kind of qualitative ranking is bound to be subjective. That said, our subjective opinion is informed by over a decade of experience helping DVC buyers and owners buy and sell timeshares on the resale market, giving us the knowledge and insight to provide you with the best ranking possible. Our ranking system consists of a mix of:

• Proximity to Walt Disney World Resort and other Disney theme parks
• Transportation options (monorail, Skyliner, boats, and walking paths)
• The sizes and layouts of accommodations
• Dining and resort amenities
• Demand on the resale market

With that in mind, here’s how the DVC resorts stack up.

1. DVC Resorts Ranked: Disney’s Riviera Resort

One of the newer additions to the DVC family, Disney’s Riviera Resort has quickly caught on as a fan favorite. Inspired by the rustic elegance of the European Riviera, it combines sophisticated theming with modern amenities, making it as convenient as it is stunning. Enjoy direct access to the Skyliner, offering a fast, scenic way to get to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT. Two pool areas make it easy to beat the Florida heat, while the fitness center lets active vacationers keep up with healthy habits. Choose from a Tower or Deluxe studio unit, or spread out just like at home with a one-, two-, or three-bedroom villa, complete with full kitchens, in-unit washers and dryers, and jetted bathtubs.

2. DVC Resorts Ranked: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa stands as one of DVC’s most sought-after home resorts, and it’s easy to see why. From the Victorian theming to convenient monorail access to the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, it appeals to kids and kids at heart alike. Accommodations include studio units as well as one- and two-bedroom villas, and feature some of the largest layouts in DVC’s portfolio. When you aren’t at the parks, you’ll find a wealth of luxury amenities designed to help you maintain the magic all vacation long. Make a splash at one of two spacious pools (one of which features a waterslide). Or, hit the lake for some boating or fishing. The Grand Floridian is among DVC’s most expensive ownership options, but you can save thousands when you shop the resale market!

3. DVC Resorts Ranked: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Villas & Bungalows

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort combines the laid-back spirit of Polynesia with the excitement of Disney. Lush landscaping and dark wood finishes transport you to islands. Meanwhile, views of the Cinderella Castle fireworks and monorail access to the Magic Kingdom ensure the magic is always close at hand. Choose from a range of accommodations, including overwater bungalows, among of the most unique accommodations in DVC’s collection. All units feature stunning views and come generously appointed with a full range of home-like comforts. Among the many on-site amenities at Disney’s Polynesian Village are an outdoor pool, a restaurant and bar, and shared laundry facilities.

4. DVC Resorts Ranked: Disney’s Beach Club Villas

Love EPCOT? From Disney’s Beach Club Villas, you can walk straight from your door through EPCOT’s International Gateway! The resort also offers boat access to Hollywood Studios, as well as a restaurant, fitness center, game room, and Stormalong Bay, considered by many to be the best pool complex at Disney. Choose from a studio suite or a one- to two-bedroom villa and enjoy stunning pool or garden views, full or partial kitchens, and in-unit washers and dryers (available in multi-bedroom villas only).

5. DVC Resorts Ranked: Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

Disney’s BoardWalk Villas shares many of the same locational benefits as Beach Club, including walkability to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. But you don’t have to leave the property to find theme park-worthy fun; this resort’s Eastern seaboard-inspired boardwalk features shopping, dining, entertainment, midway games, and more! A sprawling freeform pool with a 200-foot waterslide and swim-up bar makes the perfect hub from which to cool off and reset between your adventures on and off property, while movie rentals make every night a chance for family movie night. Accommodations include studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites with everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Choosing the Right Disney Vacation Club Resort for You

When choosing from our ranked list of DVC resorts—or DVC’s portfolio in general—the “best” choice comes down to how you prefer to vacation. Think about your priorities. Is walkability to the parks a must? Need more square footage or bedrooms to accommodate your large family? Vacationing on a budget? Each DVC resort offers its own unique mix of perks. Luckily, when you shop the resale market, you have the advantage of taking your time to find the perfect DVC timeshare for your needs.

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