Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

5 star hotel

Deluxe Villas

Magic Kingdom Area

  • Early Disney Park Entry for a 30 min head start

  • Free Transport to Disney Parks and Disney Springs

  • Extended Evening Park Hours on select nights

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

    • Disney Character Encounters
    • Character Dining
    • 24 Hour Reception
    • Early Disney Park Entry
    • Extended Evening Park Hours
    • ATM
    • Babysitting (+fee)
    • Bar
    • Basketball Court
    • Boat Rental (+fee)
    • Campfire Activities
    • Concierge Services
    • Cot (on request)
    • Fitness Centre
    • Free Park Shuttle
    • Free Parking
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Hot Tub
    • Kitchen
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Luggage Storage
    • Meeting Room
    • Monorail Access
    • Outdoor Swimming Pool
    • Pool with Slide
    • Quick-Service Dining
    • Restaurant
    • Signature Dining
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tennis Court
    • Volleyball Court
    • Water Parade
    • Water Playground
    • Wheelchair Access

    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.

    • Room Upgrade

      • Deluxe Studio - Lake View
      • Deluxe Studio - Theme Park View
      • 1 Bedroom Villa - Standard View
      • 1 Bedroom Villa - Lake View
      • 1 Bedroom Villa - Theme Park View
      • 2 Bedroom Villa - Standard View
      • 2 Bedroom Villa - Lake View
      • 2 Bedroom Villa - Theme Park 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 
    • Resort Address

      4600 World Drive

      Lake Buena Vista

      Orlando

      32830

    • Our top tips

      Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours

      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.

    Map

    Map

    Now through Late 2027 

    Refurbishment work is occurring in phases throughout select areas of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, including the atrium, Bay Lake Tower and Main Tower exterior. Main Tower exterior maintenance may impact views from various locations throughout the Resort hotel and, at times, require alternate paths of travel. Guests may see or hear construction during daytime hours. 

    Dining

    • Chef Mickey’s

      Chef Mickey’s

      Prepare for an all-you-care-to-enjoy breakfast or dinner feast at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.

    • Contempo Café

      Contempo Café

      Discover a satisfying selection of bites and beverages for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

    • Cove Pool Bar

      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. 

    Walt Disney World Tickets Reviews

    Average 4.5 out of 5

    32321 Reviews

    • 5 22,150
    • 4 7,569
    • 3 1,231
    • 2 788
    • 1 583
    • 5 stars:

      Least queues of our whole trip Great little park, for all ages

      Terry Hammond reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Star Wars area is the best place ever!!

      Terry Hammond reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Our base of operations!! Probably becoming our favourite

      Terry Hammond reviewed Epcot 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Such a variety of things to do

      Terry Hammond reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      GOAT, the original and most magical park

      Terry Hammond reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Loved it so went back twice. An excellent area for very small children with choices of slides and splash pads. Also great for adults and children

      Helen Jones reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Enjoyed the park and the evening fireworks

      Helen Jones reviewed Epcot 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      A great day for all the family

      Helen Jones reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 25 Oct, 2026

    • 4 stars:

      Really enjoyed it. The Toy Sory BBQ restaurant experience was expensive but worth the money with lots of family style food including plenty of vegetarian options and the staff worked really hard in service and entertainment

      Helen Jones reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      My personal favorite park. So much to see and do and the animals all appeared to be well looked after

      Helen Jones reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 25 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      This park always give you a a lovely feeling as it has the Disney vibe. Plenty to see and do. Easy place to navigate. If you want to do all the rides, I would recommend getting a lightening lane unless you want the long queues. Just a lovely place to walk around. You don't need kids to enjoy this park.

      Rachel Harris-kervin reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      This park always is great as it is still Disney but more adult. Plenty to see and do. Easy place to navigate. Love the style of 50's film era. Just a lovely place to walk around. You don't need kids to enjoy this park.

      Rachel Harris-kervin reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      It would not let me move on until I'd given a rating. Did not attend this park as it was closed fir a refurbishment. Been here before and loved it. Rides are gentle, compared to other parks. If you don't want parks that have scare factors, then this is the park to go to. Lazy river and the beach area were great, if the still have them when it reopens.

      Rachel Harris-kervin reviewed Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      It was quiet when we went, so we're lucky to have no queues to be fair. Loved the lazy river the best and the sea section. Lockers easy to work out. Spent around 4 hours here. Not much more to add.

      Rachel Harris-kervin reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Great couple of days

      John Mcdonnell reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Kids loved this one the best

      John Mcdonnell reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Great couple of days

      John Mcdonnell reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 24 Oct, 2026

    • 4 stars:

      Again love this park, but lightening Lane tickets spoil it, makes ordinary lines much longer

      Alison Oliver reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 24 Oct, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Magic kingdom, once you're there you know you have arrived at disney

      Alison Oliver reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 24 Oct, 2026

    • 4 stars:

      Love Epcot, its a chilled day out

      Alison Oliver reviewed Epcot 24 Oct, 2026

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