Complete Guide to Beach Club Villas (w/ review)

Disney’s Beach Club Villas Resort is 1 of 12 Deluxe Villas at Walt Disney World. It’s also a Disney Vacation Club Resort.

What makes these New England-style villas so special is that guests have access to Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Plus, they are located next to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, which guests can simply walk to.

Here’s everything you need to know about Beach Club.

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Pros and Cons

Pros: 5-10 minute walk to Epcot, best pool of the Disney resorts, can walk or take boat to Hollywood Studios, within walking distance of Boardwalk restaurants and entertainment, Disney Skyliner station nearby

Cons: Buses are sometimes shared with other resorts, some rooms have standing balcony only

Overview

You can find Beach Club Villas in the Epcot Resort Area. The villas are modeled after a New England-style beach hotel and feature pools, spas, excellent dining, and are even within walking distance to Epcot.

That’s right, you can take a walking path that leads to the International Gateway. The resort is also only a short distance from Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s an extremely accessible resort with a lot of perks.

What also makes Beach Club Villas so great is that guests can choose from several types of rooms that feature more than your typical standard hotel room amenities. Some of the rooms even have full kitchens, multiple bathrooms, and a washer and dryer.

The resort definitely has a lot to offer, including all of the following.

Guest Rooms And Bathrooms

There are three different rooms to choose from at Beach Club Villas, including a Deluxe Studio, a 1 Bedroom Villa, or a 2 Bedroom Villa.

Depending the type of room you book, you may be able to sleep up to 8 people total.  

Each rooms offers your standard amenities, including a hairdryer, TV, free WiFi, a coffee maker, telephone, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, and a mini-refrigerator.

Plus, there are different views with each room. You may look out and see Disney’s Beach Club Resort, the woods, the pool, or the courtyard.

And, don’t worry, there are both outlets and USB ports for charging all of your devices. As for storage, unfortunately, there isn’t any space underneath the beds to store luggage or any other belongings. However, there are drawers and a closet space for your personal item.

The bathrooms have storage underneath the sink and vanity area, as well, which is also separate from the shower and toilet area. 

There are also some important details to note about housekeeping services.

If you’re a Disney Vacation Club Member using your Membership to stay, you’ll receive service on the 4th and 8th days, unless you decide to decline the service. Rental Guests (non-Members or DVC Members not booking through Membership) receive Full Cleaning Services every day.

Let’s go through the types of rooms available to book.

Studios

• Deluxe Studio: Views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Woods, Pool, or Courtyard; 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Pull Down Bed; Kitchenette with small fridge and microwave; Porch or balcony

Villas

• 1 Bedroom Villa: Views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Woods, Pool, or Courtyard; 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa; Full kitchen and a split bathroom with 2 sink areas; Balcony

• 2 Bedroom Villa: Views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Woods, Pool, or Courtyard; 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double-Size Pull Down Bed or 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa; Full kitchen, dining area, washer and dryer; Balcony

Note: There are also both wheelchair and hearing accessible rooms available that include accessible bathrooms and visual alarms.

You can check out room layouts below.

Beach Club Villas Resort Room Options

Room type(s)	Bed size	Max people per room	Floor plan
Deluxe Studio Views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Woods, Pool or Courtyard	1 Queen Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Single Pull Down Bed	5
1 Bedroom Villa Views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Woods, Pool or Courtyard	1 King Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa	4
2 Bedroom Villa Views of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Woods, Pool or Courtyard	1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa or 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double-Size Pull Down Bed	8

VIDEO: Disney’s Beach Club Resort (Pros and Cons)

Checking In And Out

When it comes to checking in and out, you have a few options: at the front desk, online through the official Walt Disney World website, or via the My Disney Experience app.

The front desk is located in the lobby of the main building. Even though the front desk is there to assist guests, especially with checking in and checking out, all Disney World Resort guests are encouraged to check-in online or by using MDE.

• Checking-In: After you check-in online or using the app, you’ll receive a room-ready notification via next. You can then use your MagicBand or MDE’s digital key feature to unlock your room door.
• Checking-Out: Currently, guests will automatically be checked out of their rooms. But, if you have unresolved charges to your hotel folio, you’ll need to visit the front desk.

Note: Guests also have the option of to chat virtually with resort Cast Members via MDE for any assistance. 

The lobby is a nice size and perfectly themed. Beach Club Villas and Disney’s Beach Club Resort share a lobby, along with dining, shopping, and more. The lobby has plenty of seating and you also have access to Cape May Café, Beach Club Marketplace, and, more, including the front desk.

The pickup and dropoff location for Mears Connect (which is the replacement for Magical Express) and the bus stop are also right outside the main lobby. As for Bell Services and luggage storage, you can find that counter inside in the lobby.

Note: Resort Airline Check-In and Magical Express are no longer available.

Package Delivery & Pick Up

You can have packages and groceries delivered to your Disney Resort hotel, along with shipping select items home.

Here’s everything you need to know about having packages delivered and picking them up.

Grocery Delivery

You can have groceries delivered directly to your Disney Resort hotel. Dry-good storage and refrigerated storage are offered (subject to availability).

Important: a $6 fee will be charged to your room account for each grocery delivery order brought to your room by Bell Services or Luggage Assistance. Or, you can pick up these deliveries yourself from Bell Services or Luggage Assistance — at no charge.

Select items will need to be picked up in person, like alcohol. Most grocery delivery services require an individual of age to sign for alcohol and to show valid identification. Disney Resort hotels will not accept these types of orders on behalf of you.

Resort Hotel Delivery (temporarily unavailable)

If you’re staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you can have park souvenirs delivered to your hotel instead of carrying them around with you all day.

Just tell the Cast Member at checkout that you want your purchase delivered to your hotel. You’ll usually pick up these items at your hotel’s gift shop (a Cast Member should tell you the designated pick-up location).

Home Delivery

In-park purchases can also be shipped to your home via UPS or FedEx for an additional fee.

Sending and Receiving Mail

Sending Mail

You can mail postcards, letters, and packages from the theme parks and select Disney Resort hotels.

Letter and Postcards
Postcards and letters with postage already applied can be mailed from any mail box located throughout the theme parks and at the Front Desk of Disney Resort hotels.

Packages
You can ship pre-packed, pre-labeled packages at the Front Desk or Concierge desk of most Disney Resort hotels. Hotels that include an onsite Business Center, including Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, can also ship packages for you.

Regular shipping and handling fees will apply.

Purchasing Postage
Postage stamps are available for purchase at various gift shops including:

• Art of Disney (Epcot)
• Celebrity 5 & 10 (Hollywood Studios)
• Disney Springs Welcome Center (Disney Springs)
• Disney Traders (Epcot)
• Garden Gate Gifts (Animal Kingdom)
• Heritage Manor (Epcot)
• Main Street Chamber of Commerce (Magic Kingdom)
• Mickey’s Gift Station (Transportation and Ticket Center)
• Mickey’s of Hollywood (Hollywood Studios)
• Movieland Memorabilia (Hollywood Studios)
• Newsstand (Magic Kingdom)
• The Outpost Shop (Animal Kingdom)
• Sundries (Disney Springs)

Receiving Mail

If you’re staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you can receive mail throughout your stay. Occasionally, some guests will ship items in advance of their vacation to help save luggage space.

If you want to receive mail during your vacation, be sure the letter or package:

• Includes the mailing address of your Disney Resort Hotel
• Clearly features the word “Guest” on the front and the date of your arrival

Important: a $6 per package handling fee will apply to all packages that are received through the Front Desk or are delivered to your Disney Resort hotel room.

Parking

Although parking at Disney World resort hotels used to cost a nightly fee for resort guests, Disney has changed their policy so that parking is now free for all on-site resort guests. This change was implemented on January 10, 2023.

Valet parking is also available for $33 per night.

Complimentary standard self-parking is available for non-resort guests exploring dining, shopping, entertainment, and other experiences during the day.

We also have a complete Walt Disney World parking guide you can browse.

Important: Valet parking might not always be available.

Resort Map

Beach Club Villas Building

Beach Club rooms are located in a section attached to the main building, where the lobby, check-in, and more amenities are located. Beach Club Villas are in another section on the other side of the main building. The Villas are on the end closest to Epcot.

Amenities And Shops

From gift shops, to on-site laundry services, to spa and fitness, there are several amenities offered to guests at Beach Club Villas.

Important note: Some of the following amenities might not be available at all times.

• Beach Club Marketplace Gifts: An all-purpose shop with souvenirs, apparel, grab ‘n’ go food items, beverages, and more.
• Marketplace at Ale & Compass: Find everyday essentials, souvenirs, beverages, and snacks.

• Laundry Services: There are 24-hour self-service laundry facilities available near Admiral Pool.
• Dry Cleaning Services: Dry cleaning and valet laundry services are also an option.

• Movies Under the Stars: Watch complimentary Disney movies in the Solarium or on the lawn outdoors near the volleyball courts.
• Ship Shape Massage Salon Fitness: Full-service exercise facility with fitness equipment and spa offerings.

• Childcare Services: In-room babysitting for children 6 months to 12 years old.

Pools And Recreation

Beach Club Villas has one main feature pool and two leisure pools. If you need a non-park day, we recommended spending the day at your hotel and enjoying a Disney Resort pool.

Important note: Some of the pools and recreation options might not be available at all times.

Feature Pool

• Stormalong Bay: A sand-bottomed pool with a lazy river that also has a life-size shipwreck replica. It has one of the highest hotel waterslides. The pool covers three acres. Guests can also enjoy the pool bar and grill, Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill.

Leisure Pools

• Yacht Club: The Admiral Pool is located in the garden area near the tennis court. Located in the garden are
• Beach Club: The Tidal Pool is in the garden area near the volleyball court. 
• Beach Club Villas: Yacht Club guests are allowed to use the Beach Club Villas’ leisure pool, the Dunes Cove Pool.

All of the leisure pools also have steaming whirlpool spas. Guests can also rent pool cabanas, which are exclusively for Yacht and Beach Club guests.

Some other recreational options include:

• Lafferty Place (arcade games)
• Fishing
• Motorized Boat Rentals

• Volleyball
• Tennis
• Jogging Trails
• Campfire to roast marshmallows

There are also specialties for an additional price, including:

• Fantasia Gardens and Fairways Miniature Golf: Two 18-hole miniature golf courses inspired by Fantasia.
• Pirate Adventure Cruise: For those 4 to 12 years-old. The pirate adventure follows clues to discover hidden treasures.

Restaurant & Dining Options

Beach Club and Beach Club Villas share the same dining options. You can find both Quick Service and Table Service options, including Beaches & Cream Soda Shop, which is a popular place to snag some delicious ice cream. Keep in mind that the Beach Club Marketplace does offer Mobile Order. 

Beaches & Cream Soda Shop and Cape May Café also offer Mobile Dine Check-In, meaning you’ll check-in using the My Disney Experience app rather than going to the host stand. When your table is ready, you’ll be notified to proceed to a specific location.

Beach Club is also located within walking distance to Yacht Club, meaning guests have access to even more dining, including the Yachtsman Steakhouse, a signature dining location with fantastic food.

You can read more about the dining options below.

Quick Service

Although you don’t need reservations to dine at the Quick Service locations at Beach Club, you may want to consider using Mobile Order where available.

Beach Club Marketplace

This is a grab-and-go spot for those who want a quick breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can find a range of items, like eggs, breakfast sandwiches, Mickey-shaped waffles, salads, sandwiches, and baked pastas.

Location type: Grab-and-go
Type of food: American
Meals served: Breakfast, lunch, & dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit(s)
• Pros: Great place to grab quick breakfast basics, mobile ordering in My Disney Experience available
• Cons: Limited menu, can be busy

Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill

A pool bar at Stormalong Bay, where you can order signature cocktails, draft beers, and frozen drinks. Plus, there is both a pool bar menu and a lunch menu available. The former menu has select items that are offered until 10 p.m.

Location type: Pool bar
Type of food: American
Meals served: Lunch

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Quick Service credit(s)
• Pros: Some tasty options for a pool bar, kids meals are served in a pail
• Cons: Birds are often around and can snag your food

Table Service

Table Service locations typically require Advanced Dining Reservations. You can make those online or inside of the Disney Experience app.

Beaches & Cream Soda Shop

One of the more popular resort Table Service locations. Beaches & Cream is a retro-style soda fountain where you can order burgers, milkshakes, sundaes, and plant-based items. There’s even an ice cream to-go window.

Location type: Casual Dining
Type of food: American
Meals served: Lunch and dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
• Pros: Great burgers and ice cream (including The Kitchen Sink sundae which can be shared by several people) plus some amazing alcoholic milkshakes
• Cons: Menu is kind of limited, seating is more limited than most other Table Service locations

Cape May Café

For breakfast, this is a character buffet dining location featuring Minnie, Mickey, Daisy, Donald, and Goofy in beach attire. For dinner, a New England-inspired buffet menu is served.

Note: Currently, this is a modified dining experience. Character dining returns October 4, 2022.

Location type: Character, Buffet, Casual Dining
Type of food: American, Seafood
Meals served: Lunch and dinner

• On the Disney Dining Plan? Yes, 1 Table Service credit(s)
• Pros: Wide variety of seafood (all-you-can-eat crab legs are very popular), lots of non-seafood options as well
• Cons: Expensive if paying out-of-pocket

Everything Else

Looking to grab some appetizers or a cocktail? Here’s where you can do that.

Martha’s Vineyard

This is a New England beach house-inspired lounge, where you can order cocktails, beer, and appetizers, with the latter served until 10 p.m.

Location type: Lounge
Type of food: American
Meals served: Appetizers and drinks

• On the Disney Dining Plan? No, 0 Table Service credit(s)
• Pros: Quiet spot to grab drinks and appetizers
• Cons: Only open in evenings, Disney Dining Plan not accepted

VIDEO: 6 Dining Options at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort

How to get from Beach Club Villas to anywhere at Disney World

You can choose from several forms of complimentary Disney transportation at Beach Club Villas, including buses, the Disney Skyliner at the International Gateway (walk the Epcot path), and a boat to Hollywood Studios (you can also take a 20-minute walk here). 

Take note that the bus stop is located across the canal, between the entrance to the hotel and the Convention Center. All of the different ways to get from Beach Club to anywhere in Disney World is detailed below.

Scheduled Refurbishments

None scheduled right now.

Other Info

• Beach Club Villas Maps
• How to rent DVC points to stay in a Deluxe Villa and pay moderate prices
• Pros and Cons of on-site Walt Disney World Resort hotels

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