Grand Floridian Villas

The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a Deluxe Villa Resort at Walt Disney World, in addition to a Disney Vacation Club Resort. The Villas are located in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area, meaning the resort is close to Magic Kingdom and has some unforgettable views.

Overview 

Just like Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the Grand Floridian Villas embodies the Victorian and Palm Beach’s golden eras.

The Villas share dining, shops, pools, and more with the Grand Floridian Resort, but are still special on their own. For example, guests can book either a deluxe studio or a multi-bedroom villa. They offer more than your standard room, including some having a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, and a spacious living area.

This resort is more expensive for obvious reasons. Between higher-priced dining, having access to water transportation, buses, and the Monorail, providing views of Magic Kingdom, and serving as host of the famous Disney Wedding Pavilion, both the Resort and Villas have a lot to offer guests.

There’s even a convention center nearby, the Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Convention Center.

Here’s what else you need to know about the Villas.

Rooms And Bathrooms

You can book two types of room at the Villas: one, two, or three bedroom villas or deluxe studios. Depending on the room you book, you can even sleep up to 12 adults.

Standard amenities are featured in each room, including a hairdryer, TV, free WiFi, a coffee maker, telephone, in-room safe, and an iron and ironing board. The Villas also include some great amenities like a microwave, a fully-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, mirror TVs in all bathrooms, and even a Blu-Ray player.

As for the studios, they also have some unique and beneficial features like a kitchenette with microwave and a small fridge, mirror TVs in all bathrooms, and a Blu-Ray player.

Plus, there’s a range of views, including the lake, the Monorail, the courtyard, landscaping, and the parking area. 

If you’re wondering about outlets and USB ports, there are both scattered about (more outlets than USB) for whatever you may need to plug in or charge. Regarding storage, there is plenty of closet and drawer space.

The deluxe studio beds have doors underneath that slide open for luggage. These beds also have drawers. The bathrooms have some counter space, along with drawers. 

Here are the rooms available to book. You can check out room layouts below.

Villas

• 1 Bedroom Villa — Standard View: Views of the Courtyard, Landscaping, Monorail, or Parking Area; 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Single Pull Down Bed; Kitchenette with small fridge and microwave, porch or balcony

• 1 Bedroom Villa — Lake View: Lake View; 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Single Pull Down Bed; Full kitchen and a split bathroom with two sink areas

• 2 Bedroom Villa — Standard View: Views of the Courtyard, Landscaping, Monorail, or Parking Area; 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas and 1 Single Pull Down Bed

• 2 Bedroom Villa — Lake View: Lake View; 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed and 2 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofas and 1 Single Pull Down Bed

• 3 Bedroom Grand Villa — Lake View: Lake View; 1 King Bed and 4 Queen Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

Studios

• Deluxe Studio — Standard View: Views of the Courtyard, Landscaping, Monorail, or Parking Area; 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Single Pull Down Bed; Kitchenette with small fridge and microwave, porch or balcony

• Deluxe Studio — Lake View: Lake View; 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Single Pull Down Bed; Kitchenette with small fridge and microwave, porch or balcony

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 Villas building, which is separate from the 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 quite stunning. It even has an adorable Mary Poppins-themed fountain featuring the penguins.

Magical Express pickup is just outside the lobby. Resort Airline Check-In and luggage storage are right out front in the lobby for those who have checked out or are waiting to check in. (Be sure to check with the resort to see if airline check-in and luggage storage services are available.)

Parking

Parking is available at Grand Floridian. There is a standard $25 overnight self-parking fee (including tax) that is applied to guests’ hotel folio upon check-out. (If you made resort reservations before June 18, 2020 for an arrival in 2020, the parking fee is only $24 per night.)

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.

Pros And Cons

Resort category: Disney Vacation Club

WDW Prep Favorite: No

Pros: One monorail stop away from Magic Kingdom, very elegant theming, great on-site dining options, can take boat to Magic Kingdom, view of Magic Kingdom fireworks and Electrical Water Pageant, 50 minute specialty cruise for up to 10-12 people available at the marina

Cons: Expensive, transportation to parks other than Magic Kingdom can take a while (shared buses, have to transfer monorails to get to Epcot), not as kid friendly as other resorts

Grand Floridian Villas room options

Room type	Bed size	Max people per room	Floor Plan
Deluxe Studio - Standard View	Queen	5
Deluxe Studio - Lake View	Queen	5
1 Bedroom Villa - Standard View	King	5
1 Bedroom Villa - Lake View	King	5
2 Bedroom Villa - Standard View	King	9
2 Bedroom Villa - Lake View	King	9
3 Bedroom Grand Villa - Lake View	Queen	12

Resort Map

Scheduled refurbishments

None scheduled right now.

Other info

How to rent DVC points to stay in a Deluxe Villa and pay moderate prices

DISboards.com thread with lots of pics and info

Amenities And Shops

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

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

• Sandy Cove Gifts and Sundries: Find sundries, hotel logo souvenirs, snacks, H2O products, luggage, strollers, and more. 
• Basin White: Purchase a range of bath and beauty products.
• Curiouser Clothiers: Disney-inspired designer clothes, along with premium souvenirs and character merchandise.
• M. Mouse Mercantile: All things Mickey, like apparel, toys, jewelry, and more. You ca also find Princess wear and pin-trading here.
• Laundry Services: Villas with one ore more bedrooms feature in-unite washers and dryers. There are also 24-hour self-service laundry facilities on the second floor of the Grand Floridian Resort main building and on the ground floors of most buildings with Guest Rooms.
• Dry Cleaning Services: Dry cleaning and valet laundry services are also an option.
• Movies Under the Stars: Watch complimentary Disney movies outside.
• Senses — A Disney Spa and Salon: Victorian-themed, full-service spa with massages, body treatments, and more.
• Childcare Services: In-room babysitting for children 6 months to 12 years old.

Pools And Recreation

The Villas, just like the Grand Floridian Resort, have one main feature pool and one leisure pool. 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

• Beach Pool: Overlooks Seven Seas Lagoon and has an 181-foot-long waterslide. The pool features cascading waterfalls and has a zero-depth entry like a beach. There’s a lounge, bar, and also cabanas to rent. There’s even fun Alice in Wonderland-themed water play area.

Leisure Pools

• Courtyard Pool: A zero-entry heated leisure pool behind the main building. There’s also a whirlpool spa.

Some other recreational options include:

• Motorized Boat Rentals
• Specialty Cruises
• Arcadia Games (arcade)
• Basketball Courts
• Jogging
• Campfire to roast marshmallows
• Pirate Adventure Cruise (an addition cost, but 4 to 12 year olds can set sail on a pirate adventure)

How to get from Grand Floridian Villas to anywhere at Disney World

You can either take the Monorail, a bus, or water transportation to and from Grand Floridian Villas. The Monorail station is attached to the main building for easy access. As for the bus station, you can find it between the main building and the Convention Center. All of the different ways to get from the Villas to anywhere in Disney World is detailed below.

Dining options at Grand Floridian Villas

You can find both Quick Service and Table Service options here, along with lounges and bars. Take note that Gasparilla Island Grill has Mobile Order. Plus, Grand Floridian Café and Narcoossee’s both 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. You can read more about the dining options below.

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Everything Else