Disney's Contemporary Resort

5 star hotel

deluxe

Magic Kingdom Area

Why we love it

    Just steps from Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Contemporary Resort is a truly unique experience with its iconic monorail running straight through the heart of the building. Hop aboard for a quick ride to Magic Kingdom or enjoy a leisurely 10-minute walk to the park’s entrance. Book a fun-filled breakfast at Chef Mickey’s, where you can enjoy a Mickey-shaped waffle and meet Mickey and his pals, creating magical memories for the whole family. For an unforgettable evening, book a table at the award-winning California Grill, one of the best dining experiences at Walt Disney World. Time your reservation to coincide with the Magic Kingdom fireworks for breathtaking views that will leave you spellbound.

    Hotel Facilities

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

    Overview

    The closest hotel to Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Contemporary Resort emerges majestically from the dazzling shores of Bay Lake and features award-winning dining, spectacular views and dazzling pools.

    Sleek monorails breeze through the heart of the lobby, whisking guests to Magic Kingdom Park and Epcot. Leisure activities abound when you are not in the Disney Parks. Soak up the sun amid marina views and white-sand beaches at the main feature pool or make a splash shooting down the 17-foot-high, curving waterslide! Nearby Bay Lake Pool offers a more relaxing retreat for all ages. Top-notch exercise facilities are available at the Olympiad Fitness Center and the hotel also offers tennis, basketball, volleyball courts and boat rentals on Bay Lake. You can meet up with your favourite Disney Characters at Chef Mickey's Restaurant or perhaps try out the stylish 15th-floor California Grill with its amazing bird's-eye views over the Magic Kingdom Park - perfect for the evening fireworks!

    • Magic Touches

      Disney’s Contemporary Resort has a fantastic pool area boasting a 17-foot-high, curving waterslide and two relaxing whirlpools. For added luxury, we recommend renting a private cabana with a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, Resort phone and mini-fridge!

    • Dining

      Chef Mickey’s restaurant is the place to be for an incredible Character Breakfast experience. Or, with the spires of Cinderella Castle within touching distance, take in breathtaking views of Magic Kingdom Park and its spectacular fireworks show from the award-winning California Grill, located on the 15th floor of the hotel. Adults can enjoy a drink in the hotel's cocktail lounge afterwards.

    • Room Upgrade

      • Water View or Theme Park View
      • Main Tower Rooms
      • Club Level Rooms - exclusive access to the club-level lounge with complimentary refreshments, personalised Front Desk and Guest Services plus access to Concierge Service at the Atrium Club
    • Location

      Disney’s Contemporary Resort is located in the Magic Kingdom Resort area. Guests can easily walk to the Magic Kingdom main gate or catch the Resort Monorail to both Magic Kingdom and Epcot.

    • Parking Charges

      Complimentary self-parking is available at this hotel.

    • Leisure Facilities

      • Feature Pool with slide and interactive water features
      • Quieter Bay Lake Pool
      • Whirlpool spa
      • Olympiad Fitness Centre
      • Fishing, watercraft rental, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts
      • Jogging trail around Cresent Lake
      • Video and pinball games at The Game Station (additional charges, payable locally)
      • Disney Movies Under the Stars
      • Contemporary Resort Campfire Activities - nightly old-fashioned family fun as you roast marshmallows by a crackling fire
    • 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.

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    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

    • California

      California Grill

      Savor the finest in Californian cooking, as you take in the sights of Seven Seas Lagoon and Magic Kingdom park.

    • Chef Mickey’s

      Chef Mickey’s

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

    • Steakhouse 71

      Steakhouse 71

      Gather everyone together for a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner at this stylish, but casual, steakhouse.

    • Steakhouse 71 Lounge

      Steakhouse 71 Lounge

      Savor classic cocktails and cuisine—with a modern twist—in a lounge that celebrates the early days of Walt Disney World Resort.

    • Contempo Café

      Contempo Café

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

    • Contemporary Grounds

      Contemporary Grounds

      Featuring gourmet coffees, iced tea, hot chocolate, smoothies and assorted artisan baked goods, this is the perfect place to energize before you venture to the parks! Joffrey's Coffee™, the Official Specialty Coffee of Walt Disney World Resort.

    • Cove Bar

      Cove Bar

      Find specialty cocktails, beer, wine, wraps and salads at this private poolside bar for Guests of Bay Lake Tower and Disney Vacation Club members.

    • Outer Rim

      Outer Rim

      Admire stunning views of Bay Lake with specialty cocktails before—or after—dinner. Try a Piña CoLAVA, Watermelon Margarita, Blue “Glow-tini” or more! A full bar menu is also available.

    •  The Sand Bar

      The Sand Bar

      Picnic poolside with burgers, hot dogs and more. Tropical cocktails, draft beer, sangria and wine make it even more fun! Or cool off with a full bar menu and some AC inside the enclosed bar. Dessert items are also available.

    Walt Disney World Tickets Reviews

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    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Epcot 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 4 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      loved epcot however we was disappointed twice with epcot, we visited and got a taxi instead of driving so we could have a drink around the world and when we got there there was sign up saying we’re shutting at 5:30pm we only arrived at 4:45pm so we had to leave, then when we came again we got stuck on guardians of the galaxy ride and the time we got off was 8:15pm and half the food vendors was shut so we could only eat at 3 places before the fireworks so we left hungry

      Millie Herbert reviewed Epcot 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      well it was magically we ended up going to magic kingdom twice as it was far too hot to stand in the queues but we managed to see the parade the first time and then the fireworks the second time

      Millie Herbert reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      great water park, loved the wave pool and the great rides but again maybe more sprinklers are needed as the floors are too hot and you need to wear your shoes up to the rides

      Millie Herbert reviewed Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      loved hollywood studios, it was lovely and clean and has lots of characters out and about, queue times weren’t too bad either however the day we went we missed half of the indiana jones show as it was thundering and it was the last one of the day

      Millie Herbert reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      great water park, lovely and clean nice and easy to enter. Has lots of music on, only downside is the floor is far too hot so you have to wear your shoes up to the water rides and come down with them in your hand

      Millie Herbert reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      loved this park it was nice and easy and chilled out, had some fab rides and also some god shows to watch as well. This is as a great park to do

      Millie Herbert reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Joanne Smith reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Great park with excellent rides.

      Joanne Smith reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Great experience with good showers and changing facilities

      Joanne Smith reviewed Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Fantastic!!

      Joanne Smith reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Fabulous rides. Guardians of the Galaxy is my favourite ride ever!!

      Joanne Smith reviewed Epcot 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Less attractive than previous years.

      Joanne Smith reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      We loved our day at this water park, lots of shaded areas to relax, great choice of slides, relaxing lazy river is my favourite. Lockers $10 for the day to keep any valuables.

      Kerry Dentith reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      I love the details amd themeing in this park, the star wars area is a must. We also loved watching the shows, Indians Jones and the Villains show in particular were brilliant.

      Kerry Dentith reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      My personal favourite water park, the waves in the wave pool are epic and my teenage boys had hours of endless fun in here. The lazy river is also great for relaxing around the park. There are fewer shaded areas to relax in at this park so I would advise arriving early if you're in need of a shaded spot unless you are willing to pay extra for your own cabana.

      Kerry Dentith reviewed Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      I can't visit any other Disney park until I have been to magic kingdom to walk down main street to get a view of the castle. We love the variation of rides here as well as shows and meet and greet with characters. We were here between end of June and beginning of July and didn't queue for more than an hour for any ride. Disney are so well organised and efficient which really helps on scorching hot days as noone wants to be stood out in the heat in mile long queues. Also, the evening firework show is a must, and dont forget to wait til the end to see Tink fly from the castle. Tickets bought from attraction tickets were downloaded directly to our phones ones payment was complete. Really simple and memory maker included meaning we got all our snaps from around the park easily added to our Disney app.

      Kerry Dentith reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Brilliant park to wonder around the world taking in a little bit of the different countries available. Lots of places to eat or snack and some lovely rides. Guardians of the Galaxy is a must! Tickets easily purchased from attraction tickets and added to our disney app once downloaded with no issues. We also got a great discount price ordering during their black friday event.

      Kerry Dentith reviewed Epcot 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Lovely park to visit, the Avatar area is great and you should definitely ride flight of passage. We also loved the shows at this park particularly going into the tree of life to watch to Zootopia show. Expedition Everest was also a favourite. We had a 14 day ticket bought from attraction tickets at a great price and easy to download and add tickets to our Disney app for easy access in and out of parks and memory maker included so we have all our pictures from around the park sent to our app for us to download.

      Kerry Dentith reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 12 Jul, 2026

    • 5 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Epcot 12 Jul, 2026

    • 4 stars:

      Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 12 Jul, 2026

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