Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

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Magic Kingdom Area

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Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

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Fireworks at night, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

Bay Cove Pool at Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

Overview

Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort is a Disney Deluxe Villa Resort that has been designed to complement the fabled styling of the classic Disney's Contemporary Resort building, boasting some of the most dramatic views available anywhere at Walt Disney World Resort. Bay Lake Tower balances a modern and luxurious experience with warm and innovative features. Enjoy views that include old-growth cypress trees, the lush landscape near Bay Lake, the courtyard, pool or Magic Kingdom Theme Park.

Magic Touches

Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort has an impressive pool complete with a unique 148-foot-long water slide wrapped in an intriguing glass block. Restaurants, a health club, tennis courts and other recreational facilities are shared with Disney's Contemporary Resort.
Dining

Chef Mickey’s is the perfect place to dine alongside your favourite Disney characters. The breakfast menu includes fresh fruit, bagels and Mickey-shaped waffles, while dinner is a mouth-watering all-you-can-eat buffet. You can enjoy delicious flatbreads, pasta dishes and juicy burgers at the Contempo Café too.
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- 1 Bedroom Villa - Standard View
- 1 Bedroom Villa - Lake View
- 2 Bedroom Villa - Lake View
Location

Disney’s Contemporary Resort is located in the Magic Kingdom Resort area. Magic Kingdom Park is the closest Walt Disney World Theme Park to this hotel and guests can use the regular monorail service to get them to Magic Kingdom in just 10 minutes.
Leisure Facilities
- Two pools, one with a slide , whirlpools and interactive water features
- Fitness centre
- Beach for sunbathing
- Fishing
- Motorised boat rental
- Tennis, basketball and volleyball courts
- Disney movies under the stars
- Jogging trails
- The Game Station
- Contemporary campfire
- Electrical Water Pageant - a delightful nighttime water parade
- Community Hall
- Cabana rentals

Why we love it

It is home to the award-winning California Grill which not only offers you a divine menu but also a stunning seat at the best fireworks dining experience within Walt Disney World. This hotel's views are amazing; you can even mingle with Mickey Mouse and friends if you stop by Chef Mickey’s for breakfast!

Hotel Facilities

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Babysitting Service (extra charge)
Bar
Basketball Court
Business Center
Character Dining
Concierge Services
Feature Pool
Fitness Centre
Free Park Shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Hair Salon
Jogging Trail
Laundry facilities
Pool with Slide
Quick-Service Dining
Restaurants
Signature Dining
Tennis Court
Wheelchair Access

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If you’re staying at a Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours – these give you the opportunity to escape the crowds and visit the parks outside of regular opening hours at no extra charge.

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Dining

Chef Mickey’s

Located on the fourth floor of the resort, this large restaurant offers breakfast and dinner buffets with some of your favourite Disney characters as special guests. Dinner buffets include prime rib, peel-and-eat shrimp, and daily specials while breakfast buffets consist of fresh fruit, bagels, omelettes, Mickey waffles, and more.
Reservations are highly recommended and can be made 180 days prior to your stay.
Contemporary Grounds

This café is open from early morning till evening and serves espresso, lattes, and baked goods. The Food ’n Fun Center is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and snacks are also offered here via convenient counter service. Lunch and dinner choices include grilled chicken, quiche, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, and pizza. Cold sandwiches and other snacks are also available.
Cove Pool Bar

Specialty cocktails, beer, wine, wraps and salads are all available at this private poolside bar for both Guests of Bay Lake Tower and Disney Vacation Club members.

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