I'm staying at a Disney Partner Hotel - How do I get Early Access to the Walt Disney World Theme Parks?

Early theme park admission is an exclusive perk for guests staying at a Walt Disney World hotel or Disney Partner hotel. For guests staying at a Disney Partner Hotel, simply go to the hotel front desk and ask for an early park admission voucher. Use this voucher in conjunction with a valid Disney ticket for early park admission. Early Park Admission offers admission to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios 30 minutes before the regular opening time. During the early entry period, select attractions, merchandise and food and beverage locations will be operating. Magic Kingdom Park “it’s a small world” Astro Orbiter Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Dumbo the Flying Elephant Mad Tea Party Mickey’s PhilharMagic Peter Pan’s Flight Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Space Mountain The Barnstormer The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Tomorrowland Speedway Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress EPCOT Frozen Ever After Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Mission: SPACE Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Soarin’ Around the World Spaceship Earth Test Track The Seas with Nemo & Friends Disney's Hollywood Studios Alien Swirling Saucers Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Slinky Dog Dash Star Tours – The Adventures Continue Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror ™ Toy Story Mania! Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park Avatar Flight of Passage DINOSAUR Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain Na’vi River Journey Zootopia: Better Zoogether!

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Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando Disney Springs Area

3 star hotel

disney partner hotels

Disney Springs Area

Why we love it

We love that it manages to feel like a high-end retreat while offering incredible inclusions—like free hot breakfast and evening snacks. The elevated pool deck offers a sophisticated spot to relax, and the short stroll to Disney Springs® means you are never far from the action. It’s the ideal base for those who want a modern value experience with the friendly, welcoming atmosphere Drury is known for.

Hotel facilities and benefits

24 Hour Reception
Early Disney Park Entry
Fitness Centre
Free Breakfast
Free Park Shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Games Room (+fee)
Laundry Facilities
Luggage Storage
Market Shop
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Parking (+fee)
Restaurant
Wheelchair Access

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Overview

The Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs® Area offers a refined yet family-friendly environment designed to be your "home away from home" in Florida. The property features modern, spacious guest rooms and suites that cater perfectly to larger groups, all while maintaining a sleek and contemporary aesthetic. Guests here enjoy full access to a wealth of resort-style amenities without the pretension.

As an Official Walt Disney World® Hotel, guests benefit from complimentary shuttle service to all four Walt Disney World® Theme Parks. You also gain Early Theme Park Entry, allowing you 30 minutes of exclusive access to the parks every day (valid Disney Ticket required), letting you get a head start on the most popular attractions before the crowds.

The resort’s "star of the show" is the outdoor saltwater pool and splash pad, complemented by a whirlpool and poolside dining. What truly sets this hotel apart, however, is the value: every stay includes a free hot breakfast to fuel your park days and the 5:30 Kickback®, featuring free hot food and cold beverages (including beer, wine, and mixed drinks) every evening. It is the ultimate choice for a high-quality Disney stay that keeps your budget firmly in check.

Hotel Policies

Check-in/Out: Check-in from 4.00 pm; check-out before 11.00 pm.
Requirements: Minimum age for check-in is 18 years. Photo ID and credit card required at arrival.
Families: Children stay free when using existing bedding. Pack ‘n Plays are available upon request.
Resort Fee: There is no mandatory daily resort fee at this hotel.

Dining

Dining at the Drury Plaza is designed around maximum convenience and exceptional value. Each morning starts with a free hot breakfast featuring scrambled eggs, sausage, and fresh waffles, while the famous 5:30 Kickback® provides a complimentary evening spread of hot snacks—like sliders, tacos, or pasta—along with three free beverages per adult. For a more traditional sit-down experience, The Kitchen + Bar serves handcrafted cocktails and casual meals, while the Lakeside Bar & Grill offers poolside dining under the Florida sun. For those early park starts or late-night cravings, the 24-hour Marketplace provides a quick pit-stop for Starbucks® coffee and "grab-and-go" sundries.
Location

The hotel is ideally located in the Disney Springs® Resort Area. It is a pleasant 10-15 minute walk to the world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment of Disney Springs®. The Walt Disney World® Theme Parks are easily reached via the hotel's complimentary shuttle service or a short 10-minute drive.
Parking Charges

On-site gated self-parking is available for approximately $28 plus tax per night. Please note that parking charges are subject to change without notice.
Leisure Facilities
- Saltwater Pool & Splash Pad: A large, refreshing outdoor pool area with interactive water features for kids.
- Whirlpool: A relaxing hot tub located on the resort deck.
- 24-Hour Fitness Centre: A modern facility featuring cardio equipment and free weights.
- Arcade: A fun-filled games room for kids and teens.
- Wi-Fi: High-speed wireless internet is complimentary throughout the hotel.
Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible rooms are available on request. Please note that these are subject to availability. Facilities vary, so please confirm specific requirements at the time of booking.
Resort Address

2000 Hotel Plaza Boulevard

Lake Buena Vista

Orlando

32830

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The exact property address will be shared before your departure

While there is no resort fee, please note that self-parking and certain game room features incur an additional charge.

Dining

The Kitchen + Bar

Conveniently located in the lobby and open daily, The Kitchen + Bar offers casual indoor dining and handcrafted cocktails, spirits, and local craft beers. For a more relaxed experience, enjoy your meal in our covered outdoor area featuring a resort-style pool and breathtaking lakeside views.
Lakeside Bar & Grill

The Lakeside Bar & Grill is a poolside restaurant and full-service bar offering an enchanting outdoor dining experience. Choose from a variety of appetisers, salads, sandwiches, and wraps—with dedicated options for the kids—or simply quench your thirst with a selection of beer, wine, mixed drinks, and frozen beverages.

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I'm staying at a Disney Partner Hotel - How do I get Early Access to the Walt Disney World Theme Parks?
Early theme park admission is an exclusive perk for guests staying at a Walt Disney World hotel or Disney Partner hotel. For guests staying at a Disney Partner Hotel, simply go to the hotel front desk and ask for an early park admission voucher. Use this voucher in conjunction with a valid Disney ticket for early park admission.
Early Park Admission offers admission to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios 30 minutes before the regular opening time. During the early entry period, select attractions, merchandise and food and beverage locations will be operating.
Magic Kingdom Park
- “it’s a small world”
- Astro Orbiter
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- Mad Tea Party
- Mickey’s PhilharMagic
- Peter Pan’s Flight
- Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
- Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
- Space Mountain
- The Barnstormer
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
- Tomorrowland Speedway
- Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
- Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid
- Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress
EPCOT
- Frozen Ever After
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
- Mission: SPACE
- Remy's Ratatouille Adventure
- Soarin’ Around the World
- Spaceship Earth
- Test Track
- The Seas with Nemo & Friends
Disney's Hollywood Studios
- Alien Swirling Saucers
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
- Slinky Dog Dash
- Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror ™
- Toy Story Mania!
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
- Avatar Flight of Passage
- DINOSAUR
- Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain
- Na’vi River Journey
- Zootopia: Better Zoogether!

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