If you’re looking for a quiet lounge with gorgeous views and easy access to Magic Kingdom, Outer Rim is one of the...
Disney World Resort Hotels
Walt Disney World beckons with the promise of unforgettable memories, thrilling rides, and Mickey-shaped waffles. But with over two dozen resorts and hotels on Disney World property – and even more hotel options off-property! – picking the perfect home base for your family adventure can feel overwhelming.
Fear not, intrepid vacation planners! Dad’s Guide to WDW is your compass to navigating the enchanting world of Disney accommodations, ensuring your stay complements your crew’s unique needs and desires.
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Cove Bar
Heather AdamsMay 26, 2025 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Quick-Service Restaurants
Grab a chilled cocktail or a satisfying wrap at Cove Bar, a poolside quick-service restaurant that’ll fuel all of your...
Contemporary Grounds
Heather AdamsMay 20, 2025 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Quick-Service Restaurants
If you’re looking to grab a morning coffee and meal on your way into the theme parks or a mid-day pick-me-up while...
Contempo Café
Heather AdamsMay 19, 2025 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Quick-Service Restaurants
There’s really nothing like being inside Disney’s Contemporary Resort as the Monorail whizzes past – and if you’re...
Celebration at the Top – Sip, Savor, Sparkle
Heather AdamsApr 14, 2025 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Disney World Resorts & Hotels
At Disney’s Contemporary Resort, guests can take part in an extra-special dining experience: Celebration at the Top -...
Disney World Gingerbread Houses: A Can’t-Miss Holiday Tradition
Gregg TaylorDec 23, 2024 Animal Kingdom Lodge, Beach Club Resort, Contemporary Resort, Deluxe Resorts, Disney World Resorts & Hotels, Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Walt Disney World
There are more holiday traditions at Disney World than you can fit in Olaf’s sleigh. Parades, fireworks, music and...
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Carl TrentOct 17, 2024 Contemporary Resort, Disney World Resorts & Hotels, Walt Disney World
Located on Bay Lake just a short walk from Magic Kingdom, Bay Lake Tower is a Disney Vacation Club property located at...
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Morgan FlahertySep 4, 2024 Contemporary Resort, Disney World Resorts & Hotels, Walt Disney World
Disney's Contemporary Resort is one of the original Disney World Resorts, a Magic Kingdom area Deluxe Resort with a...
Chef Mickey’s
Heather AdamsAug 11, 2024 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Disney World Resorts & Hotels, Table Service Restaurants, Walt Disney World
If your kids are hoping to meet Mickey Mouse himself, there’s no better place to head than Chef Mickey’s. This...
California Grill
Heather AdamsAug 8, 2024 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Disney World Resorts & Hotels, Table Service Restaurants, Walt Disney World
If it’s an extra-special meal you’re looking for at Disney World, California Grill is one of our favorite places to...
Why My Family and I Love Chef Mickey’s (and You Will, Too!)
Jodi SpasovskiJul 9, 2024 Contemporary Resort, Dining, Walt Disney World
Chef Mickey's is a staple character dining restaurant at Disney World – and here's why this Disney mom keeps returning...
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Outer Rim
If you’re looking for a quiet lounge with gorgeous views and easy access to Magic Kingdom, Outer Rim is one of the most underrated hideaways inside Disney’s Contemporary Resort. This relaxed spot is perfect for winding down after a park day, grabbing a pre-dinner...
Cove Bar
Grab a chilled cocktail or a satisfying wrap at Cove Bar, a poolside quick-service restaurant that’ll fuel all of your poolside fun for the day. Tucked away near the Bay Lake Tower for guests who are splashing around at the pool, it’s a great place to dine on resort...
Contemporary Grounds
If you’re looking to grab a morning coffee and meal on your way into the theme parks or a mid-day pick-me-up while headed back to your room at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for a rest, pop by Contemporary Grounds. Home to gourmet coffees, iced tea, and plenty of baked...
Contempo Café
There’s really nothing like being inside Disney’s Contemporary Resort as the Monorail whizzes past – and if you’re looking for a truly Disney dining experience, you’ll want to stop by Contempo Café while you’re staying at or hanging out inside the Contemporary. Here,...
Celebration at the Top – Sip, Savor, Sparkle
At Disney’s Contemporary Resort, guests can take part in an extra-special dining experience: Celebration at the Top - Sip, Savor Sparkle. This isn’t your regular dinner or late-night meal. Instead, it’s a cocktail party held on the Contemporary’s private observation...











