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Choosing a Magical Vacation: Which Disney Timeshare Resort is Best

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Posted on November 25, 2022

A Disney timeshare resort provides wonderful accommodation options with all of the magic that you would expect from Disney. Most of the resorts that are part of the Disney Vacation Club are located in the Disney World theme park complex in Orlando, so we’ll delve into which Disney timeshare resort is best for your central Florida vacation.

One of the big benefits of a Disney timeshare vacation is the preferred status you’ll receive as a deeded owner at your favorite resort as well as the option to holiday in other DVC resorts in the network. Trips to Disneyland in California and beach vacations in Hawaii, Hilton Head and Vero Beach can also be in your plans, along with using exchange provider Interval International to choose from 3,200 resorts around the world.

Since the non-Orlando resorts are fairly self-explanatory, depending on your preferred destination, let’s take a look at the unique qualities of the Disney timeshare resorts in Orlando:

Disney's BoardWalk Villas

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What’s it Like at Disney's BoardWalk Villas: The villas are part of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, so you’ll have the spacious DVC villa accommodations along with the amenities in the Inn. The waterfront location at Crescent Lake really comes alive at night with street performers, jugglers and entertainment options unique to the destination. 

What are the top things to do at Disney's BoardWalk Villas: The swimming pool area is carnival-themed after New York’s famed Coney Island, with the resort featuring a 200-ft waterslide. Three pools in all – plus a children’s pool – provide plenty of options to cool off. Stop by the Flying Fish for some of the best seafood at Disney World.

What are the accommodations like at Disney's BoardWalk Villas: Villas come in a variety of sizes from studio units to one-, two- and three-bedroom villas. Units come with either a view of the Boardwalk, garden, pool or standard view of the resort grounds. Each unit has kitchen facilities, with villas equipped with full kitchens along with living room and dining areas.

What makes Disney's BoardWalk Villas stand out? The location right on the Disney Boardwalk, which is also within walking distance to Epcot and the Disney Skyliner gondola system. You’ll have that nostalgic 1940’s Atlantic City boardwalk feel with over a dozen shops and restaurants, plus watersports options on Crescent Lake. Learn more about Disney’s Boardwalk Villa timeshares.

Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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What’s it Like at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort: Created in classic Victorian-style and themed after upstate New York in the late 1800s when horse racing was king in Saratoga Springs, this is an equestrian-lovers dream. The 65-acre spot has a relaxing feel with a golf course on one side and Village Lake on the other side.   

What are the top things to do at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort: The racetrack clubhouse vibe is alive with great food and drinks at the Turf Club Bar and Grill, while Senses Spa provides the deep relaxation needed while on vacation.  Choose from five pools, play a round at Lake Buena Vista Golf Course and roast marshmallows during evening campfires.

What are the accommodations like at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort: Multiple options provide variety for just about every family size. Deluxe studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom choices offer space and comfort, with two-bedroom lock-off layouts offering added privacy for accompanying friends or family members. A very unique Disney accommodation choice is the Treehouse Villas, which are stand-alone three-bedroom townhomes raised to treetop levels in a secluded enclave adjacent to the resort. The ultimate in privacy while in the midst of Disney World.

What makes Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort stand out? Along with the Victorian horse racing theme, the resort is the closest to the Disney Springs complex and its impressive lineup of shops, restaurants and live entertainment venues. Saratoga Springs has its own boat launch dock near the Turf Club Bar and Grill with water taxi service to Disney Springs.  Learn more about Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort timeshares.

Disney's Contemporary Resort Bay Lake Tower

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What’s it Like at Bay Lake Tower: As part of the iconic Contemporary Resort, members enjoy being a part of Disney history at one of the two original Disney World resorts. The addition of Bay Lake Tower brought spacious, multi-room units to add to the ambiance, along with the great watersports available on Bay Lake. 

What are the top things to do at Bay Lake Tower: The Sky Way Bridge gives you access to amenities at both the Contemporary and Bay Lake Tower. Choose from three pools, including the Bay Cove Pool with its 20-ft water slide and stylish poolside cabanas. The Game Station arcade, motorized boat rentals and specialty cruises on a private pontoon boat all add to the fun.

What are the accommodations like at Bay Lake Tower: Spacious and elegant with some of the best views available of the Magic Kingdom. Units range from Deluxe Studio to one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas, with each layout having a choice of resort, lake or Magic Kingdom views. The two-bedroom lock-off configuration is a combination of a studio and one-bedroom, with separate entrances and more privacy for families and friends. Multi-room villas come with features like full kitchens, washer/dryer, Whirlpool tub and private porch or balcony.

What makes Bay Lake Tower stand out? The monorail running through the Contemporary Resort has been a part of Disney World since the beginning, and guests can easily use the monorail or walk to the Magic Kingdom. And for an amazing meal, book dinner at the award-winning California Grill and ask for a table with the best views of the fireworks. Learn more about Disney’s Bay Lake Tower timeshares.

Disney's Beach Club Villas