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My husband and I stayed at the Walt Disney World Yacht Club Resort in late September 2025 for five nights, Club Level, and it was our first time staying at this resort. We typically stay at the monorail resorts, but for this trip—an adults-only getaway while we left the kids at home—we wanted to try something different and spend several relaxed days enjoying EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival. Going in, we honestly expected it would be hard to top the Club Level experience we had earlier this summer at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, where the cast members truly set the bar exceptionally high. We were so pleasantly surprised by how much we loved the Yacht Club. From start to finish, it was a charming, delightful stay, made truly special by exceptional cast members who genuinely cared and made every interaction memorable. The warmth, sincerity, kindness, and respect shown throughout the resort were outstanding. We could not have been more pleased with any aspect of our first Yacht Club stay. The Club Level experience exceeded our expectations. The food offerings were fantastic—both in quality and variety—and the service from the Club Level cast was attentive without ever feeling intrusive. While the lounge itself is smaller than some other Club Level lounges we’ve experienced on Disney property, it works beautifully. We never had trouble finding a table, and food was always plentiful, fresh, and well prepared. We especially enjoyed the small outdoor deck and terrace, which allowed for relaxed outdoor dining and was a great place to unwind. Mousekeeping was excellent and took wonderful care of our room throughout the stay. You can truly tell that each cast member takes pride in their role. From the moment you walk into the lobby and are warmly greeted, to every interaction across the resort, this was a 10/10 Disney experience for us. The resort grounds are perfectly maintained. Everything felt clean, fresh, and beautiful, and the upscale coastal theme is carried through thoughtfully and consistently. Our water-view room was spacious, with a fantastic view, good storage, and a warm, inviting feel. The beds and linens were extremely comfortable and contributed to a very restful stay. The location of the Yacht Club deserves every bit of praise it gets. We found it incredibly convenient—about a 5–6 minute walk to EPCOT’s International Gateway and an easy 15-minute walk to Hollywood Studios. Bus service to Magic Kingdom worked well, and for Animal Kingdom we opted for a quick $6 Uber after just missing a bus, which felt well worth it rather than waiting another 20 minutes. One final note: we were so impressed with our stay that we’ve already rebooked a second visit to the Yacht Club. On our upcoming trip, we’ll be bringing our two daughters, and we can’t wait for them to experience Disney in a new way at such a high-quality resort. It’s clear that the resort’s leadership sets a strong, positive example and guides cast members to take genuine pride in their work. The sincere, thoughtful, and kind interactions we experienced throughout our stay reflect that direction from the top. Often it’s the smallest gestures that make the biggest difference, and the Yacht Club excels at that. We’re truly thankful for our first experience and very much looking forward to our return.

Disney’s Yacht Club is an absolutely beautiful property that truly captures the charming feel of New England. The atmosphere is elegant, peaceful, and relaxing—perfect for families looking for a calm, coastal-inspired escape right on Disney property. One of our favorite parts is that the resort is pet friendly, which makes it so easy for families to bring their furry companions along. The location is unbeatable: just a few minutes’ walk to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which adds so much convenience to your stay. Our room was super clean, comfortable, and definitely delivered that signature Disney magical feeling. The only thing we found a bit annoying was the daily room checks, but we understand it’s part of Disney’s policy and it didn’t take away too much from our overall experience. I will say the Yacht Club feels geared more toward adults and older families. If you have younger children who love bright colors and a more playful atmosphere, I would recommend staying next door at the Beach Club. But if you’re looking for a beautiful, peaceful resort where your pets can join you on a family vacation, the Yacht Club is truly amazing.

Upscale place with a calm vibe. First of all, the lobby looks and smells AMAZING! We originally checked in at Beach Club and wandered over to Yacht Club just exploring. We were blown away by the different vibe and decor and immediately asked if we could be moved. They accommodated us kindly. We had a lovely room by a quiet pool with a large balcony, which we throughly enjoyed. The main pool (shared with Beach Club is also amazing). The only down side is a small quick service dining area with a limited menu and limited seating. The sit down restaurants are fantastic!!! The entire staff is very professional. We will likely return!

We have just had a fabulous 10 night stay at Club Level on the 5th Floor. The room was huge, clean & had plenty of storage. The view across the lagoon from our balcony was beautiful. The outstanding element for us was the Club Level staff. Without exception, they were cheerful, friendly and eager to help. They have made a great stay an outstanding stay. The location of the resort, having stayed at other resorts, was exceptional. Epcot is a short walk or a very pleasant boat ride away. The park is entered in between France & the UK - the best areas in our opinion! The boats also sail directly to Hollywood Studios. The Disney bus stop for all other destinations is a stone’s throw from the main lobby. The ambience & the theming of the Yacht Club are great. Terrific pool area as well. We would not hesitate to recommend this resort.

We’re coming towards the end of an 11 night stay at Yacht club and I wanted to express how much of a lovely stay we have had. This isn’t a heavily themed Disney hotel but has just the right amount of Disney ambiance for children and adults who can get a bit overwhelmed and stimulated by all the activities in the parks. Our room (water view) is immaculate and was serviced daily and all the cast members from the “Mouse keeping” to hotel management have been engaging, thoughtful and helpful. We love the pool and never felt the need to “rope drop.” The location is fantastic, being able to walk to two parks is great and avoids the end of night crowds all battling for transport home. The only negative was we found the yachtsman restaurant to be beyond over priced (this is no criticism to our server who was exceptional.) The food was no better than Miller and Carter chain restaurants in the Uk and certainly did not justify the $390 bill (including tip) at the end of the night. For that price I would expect 7 course tasting menu with wine for each course. The only Disney magic here was the ability to extract cash from my wallet. I don’t want to end on a negative note as we have had such a lovely stay, we will likely book this hotel again on a return trip.