Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World: Pros and Cons of Each

Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World" Pros and Cons of each

The Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World are a great option if you want a little more than the Value Resorts have to offer, but aren't quite ready to spend that Deluxe Resort price. Read on to learn more about the Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is one of the largest resorts on Walt Disney World property. Themed to the islands of the Caribbean, this resort features palm trees, beaches and fun colorful buildings.

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Disney's Coronado Springs is another large Moderate Resort. Home to Gran Destino Tower, this resort offers typical moderate resort rooms, as well as a more upscale moderate experience in the Tower. Themed to Colonial Spanish and Southwestern America.

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Disney's Port Orleans Riverside is located near Disney Springs and is themed to the Louisiana Bayou. This resort is home to the Royal Rooms, which are inspired by the Disney Princesses.

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Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter is a fan favorite of hotels at Walt Disney World. It's the smallest resort in this category and is easy to get around. Port Orleans French Quater is themed to New Orleans French District.

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The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness and Resort are not actually rooms, but full cabins. These are spacious and even have a small kitchen so you can cook your meals if you choose.

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Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World" Pros and Cons of each

The Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World are a great option if you want a little more than the Value Resorts have to offer, but aren't quite ready to spend that Deluxe Resort price. Read on to learn more about the Moderate Resorts at Walt Disney World.

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is one of the largest resorts on Walt Disney World property. Themed to the islands of the Caribbean, this resort features palm trees, beaches and fun colorful buildings.

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Pros of Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Access to Disney's Skyliner

Walking Distance to Disney's Riviera Resort

Beautiful lush grounds

Large resort so never feels crowded

Usually one of the less expensive moderates

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Cons of Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Busses get crowded very quickly

Large resort so there can be a lot of walking

Skyliner can be far depending on where you are staying

Not a lot of room types to choose from

Disney's Coronado Springs is another large Moderate Resort. Home to Gran Destino Tower, this resort offers typical moderate resort rooms, as well as a more upscale moderate experience in the Tower. Themed to Colonial Spanish and Southwestern America.

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Pros of Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

Home to Gran Destino Tower

Variety of rooms to choose from at different price points

Lots of great dining options

It's a large resort so there is often room availability

Great pool area

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Cons of Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

Busses are the only transportation option

Busses can get crowded quickly

Large resort which can mean a lot of walking

A conference center is located here, so it can be crowded during conferences

Disney's Port Orleans Riverside is located near Disney Springs and is themed to the Louisiana Bayou. This resort is home to the Royal Rooms, which are inspired by the Disney Princesses.

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Pros of Disney's Port Orleans Riverside

Quiet, relaxing atmosphere

Home to the Royal Guest Rooms

Is within walking distance to Port Orleans French Quarter

Offers a Ferryboat to Disney Springs

Bus lines aren't usually too long

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Cons of Disney's Port Orleans Riverside

Dining options are limited

Often less room availability

Only bus transportation is available to the Parks

Often more expensive in the moderate category

Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter is a fan favorite of hotels at Walt Disney World. It's the smallest resort in this category and is easy to get around. Port Orleans French Quater is themed to New Orleans French District.

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Pros of Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter

There is ferryboat transportation to Disney Springs

Is small and easy to get around

Is within walking distance to Port Orleans Riverside

Home to freshly made beignets

Bus lines aren't usually too long

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Cons of Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter

Usually one of the more expensive resorts in this category

Busses are the only transportation option to the Parks

Often less room availability since it's so small

Not a lot of variety in room types

The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness and Resort are not actually rooms, but full cabins. These are spacious and even have a small kitchen so you can cook your meals if you choose.

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