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Disney's Contemporary Resort Review Rating: ?? — The Contemporary Has Lost Its Way Stay Date: February 2026 Cost: $1,272.48 (one night, after taxes and fees) ________________________________________ Review Text We just returned from a stay at Disney's Contemporary Resort (February 2026) and were shocked at how far this iconic property has fallen. Our single night cost $1,272.48 after taxes and fees. For that kind of money, you expect a world-class deluxe experience. What we got was far from it. Physical condition: The walls around the elevator banks are visibly smashed in and damaged. For a resort charging nearly $1,300 a night, this level of deferred maintenance is unacceptable. It gives the entire property a neglected, run-down feel that is completely at odds with the Disney standard we've come to expect. In-room condition: The TV remote control in our room didn't work — dead batteries. Rather than a quick fix from housekeeping or a phone call to maintenance, we had to physically go downstairs to get new batteries installed. At $1,272 a night, basic room readiness checks should be a given. This tells you everything you need to know about the state of their preventive maintenance and room turnover inspections. Bell Services: Virtually non-existent. We waited an unreasonable amount of time for luggage assistance. Calling the bell services desk went unanswered — the phone simply rang with no pickup. For guests arriving after long travel days with families, this is a basic service failure. Valet: Extended waits to retrieve our vehicle. When you're paying a premium for valet parking on top of an already $1,272 room rate, the expectation is prompt, professional service. This was neither. The bigger picture: It's clear that Disney is cutting staffing levels and deferring property maintenance while continuing to charge top-dollar rates. At nearly $1,300 per night, the Contemporary should represent the absolute best of Disney hospitality — monorail access, stunning views, attentive service. The location is still there, but the service and upkeep have deteriorated significantly. We've stayed at this resort multiple times over the years and this was by far the worst experience. Until Disney reinvests in staffing and property maintenance to match what they're charging, we cannot recommend the Contemporary Resort.

This wasn't my first choice to stay at but was the only deluxe available. I'm glad I got to experience it. Having the monorail right there was really convenient. We had a fantastic breakfast (crab cake Benedict) at Steakhouse 71, delicious dinner at California Grill and the best turkey sandwich (with delicious homemade chips) I ever ate at Contempo Café. I think food in general has improved at Disney. There should be more checkout lanes open in the morning at Contempo though. I loved having a fireworks view every night and the queen double room was very comfortable. The pool area is small and underwhelming but we did snag an umbrella so I can't complain. Not a fan of Joffrey's coffee (latté) that was served at the coffee shop but my partner liked the latté.

I want to give a huge thank you to Michael in the club concierge level for making the magic happen!!! He had passion and perseverance. And a really big heart! It was our family’s first day ever at Disney. At our first park on I borrowed my daughter’s (pin collector) backpack to carry water bottles, my favorite sunglasses, Yosemite hats, cash, creams, etc. On our first ride at Soarin in Epcot, I set down the back in the box as instructed, but then I forgot to pick it back up! After exiting the ride-maybe 5 minutes later I realized I didn’t have it. We went straight to the cast members at the ride to ask for help. They looked for like 2 hours while we waited. And it was lost. They couldn’t find my daughter’s special sentimental back pack with all her pins. At the breakfast, Michael asked how was Epcot. I explained I lost it. He said where. He said I will work on trying to locate this for you. He immediately called a team lead and lost and found. There was no good news throughout the day, but Michael was so concerned that he was able to create some magic for my daughter. He created a magical letter for her and our family along with 4 very special Disney pins in our room waiting for us. They left us snacks. They made us a custom 8x10 Disney photo card with our family name the day before that welcoming our family. The passion of our Disney friends in the concierge club level is inspiring! The connecting conversations. The food had so much magic as well. The desserts had hand made Valentine’s messages that were just as tasty as they were heartfelt and adorable. Thank you Michael and the concierge team for making our Disney memories so special!

During our annual exploration of the Disney bubble's holiday transformation; we again visited the Contemporary, a couple of times. Since the Grand Floridian skipped creating a gingerbread house this season; it was nice to see the offering here. We also, once again, enjoyed viewing the Magic Kingdom fireworks; from the balcony, under the monorail. As varied as are the Disney resorts; so are their approaches to decorating themselves for the season. We've found visiting each, is a wonderful way to immerse oneself into the Xmas spirit/aesthetic.

I stayed at a garden room and loved it. Yes it was a 5 min walk to the buses and main tower but the savings and the fact you can use the monorail and walk to Magic Kingdom made it good choice. The room was the same as the Tower rooms. It was clean and the noise was minimal. Would definitely stay here again