The Resorts on the Disney Boardwalk sit on a part of Disney property right outside of Epcot. Connected by a boardwalk that surrounds Crescent Lake. This area houses some of the best Disney Resorts within Walking Distance of the Parks. As Disney Deluxe Hotels, the boardwalk resorts include a variety of restaurants, gift shops, bars, activities and more. Here are all the Disney Boardwalk Hotels you can find in this area.
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Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney’s Beach Club Hotel combines classic beachy charm with this amazing light and fun atmosphere. If you’ve never been to the Beach Club, it’s time you go. The lobby is filled with aromatic aloe and cucumber scent that just screams “beach”. There are large deck chairs available for lounging on the front porch. And cucumber and lemon water are always available inside. If you’re looking for a cute gift shop, you can find resort-specific merchandise here too. Along with all your favorite anchor and beach apparel. We also sometimes find cute cupcakes in the gift shop here, so be on the lookout.
Cape May Cafe: Cape May is a casual dining experience in a seaside-like atmosphere. You can get all three meals of the day here but be aware it is a seafood-heavy buffet dining experience. Check out the Cape May Menu.
Beaches and Cream Soda Shop: Beaches and Cream is one of those hidden gem restaurants that only the locals seem to know about. Hidden behind the pool at the Yacht Club this ice cream shop serves your typical burgers and fries. Plus, Mickey’s Kitchen Sink Sundae and shakes too. Check out the Beaches and Cream Menu.
Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill: This is a fine option for a quick lunch on the go. As a quick-service restaurant, you can grab salads, sandwiches, and fries here. With views of the boardwalk. Check out Hurricane Hannas menu.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Consider the Disney Yacht Club the sophisticated older sibling to the Beach Club. The restaurants are fancier, the rocking chair porch wider, the exterior a little bit grayer, aka seasoned. A Classic Yacht feeling Yacht Club makes you feel slightly more grown-up. This is one of our favorite Resorts on the Disney Boardwalk for the classy marketplace and gift shop with all things elegant yacht lifestyle. There are a few notable restaurants here as well if you want to pop in for a drink or appetizer. And of course, you can always just lounge about in the lobby!
Crew’s Cup Lounge: This place has a slightly more budget-friendly and kid-friendly atmosphere as a table service lounge and mock-tails to boot! You can grab rib sliders, cheese dip, and a “yacht dog”! Check out the Crews Cup Lounge Menu to pick your favorites ahead of time.
Yachtsman’s Steakhouse: This is considered THE place to get a good steak at Walt Disney World. Be prepared to pay a little more. This is your typical steak and fish-type table service restaurant. Not really a vegetarian option here. That said there are delectable sides, desserts, and drinks to add a little flair to your surf and turf meal. Choose your favorites on Yachtsman’s Steakhouse Menu.
Ale and Compass: This is by far the poshest new bar we’ve found. The Lounge of Ale and Compass has an excellent atmosphere with gorgeous blue decor, consider this your grown-up escape. If you long for days gone past where you could sit in a velvet chair in front of a servant-cleaned fireplace and sip your favorite scotch, then you’ve found heaven. The menu is budget-friendly with options in the lowest price bracket of 14.99-34.99. You can grab salads, flat breads and heartier dishes too.
Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Resort
Of all the Resorts on the Disney Boardwalk, the Boardwalk Inn has the most character, featuring a carousel theme and classic Atlantic Seaside fair decor. Larger rooms, beautiful theme, evening entertainment, and yoga on the lawn in the mornings.
Belle Vue Lounge: Complete with chess game tables, board games and a radio show in the background. You can grab breakfast sandwiches and coffee in the morning and drinks in the evening.
The Boardwalk Inn lays claim by proximity to almost all of the restaurants on this side of the Boardwalk. Here, you can find a complete list of restaurants at Boardwalk Inn accessible from the boardwalk itself, not from inside the resort.
Trattoria al Forno: If you need a Disney character fix, but aren’t going to Disney. We also love the regular breakfast, as it’s one of the best Disney breakfasts at Walt Disney World.
Pizza Window: This pizza is by far some of the best we’ve had at Disney. It’s a large pie with tons of flavor at an OK cost. Note: You will not get eh same pizza at Trattoria al Forno if you go inside as those are mostly small flatbread/wood-fired pizzas. For the best stuff, in a to-go box, order from the Pizza Window and enjoy it on the boardwalk.
Boardwalk Deli: This little deli offers up breakfast and coffee, deli sandwiches and desserts. Head to the Boardwalk Deli for an easy morning if you start your day on the boardwalk early. Or take a break here for lunch. Seating on the BoardWalk next to the water is the best!
The Cake Bake Shop: Featuring a restaurant and bakery the Cake Bake Shop offers delicate pastries, sandwiches, cake slices and high tea!
Walt Disney World Swan Hotel
The Disney World Swan Hotel is accessible off the path near Yacht Club. One of the more elegant hotels, the Swan is perfect, and sometimes cheap if you’re looking to stay on the boardwalk but don’t want to pay the high prices. If you’re visiting and exploring the boardwalk, the Swan is near the Fantasia Mini-Golf Course, and has walkways to peruse and restaurants that get you off the beaten path.
Garden Grove: This restaurant is in a New York City Central Park garden setting and offers a buffet-style budget-friendly meal, complete with characters. The buffet menu focuses mostly on seafood, but there are other options offered as individual dishes as well like chicken and steak. Note: Garden Grove doesn’t take the Disney Dining Plan or accept magic bands as payment.
il Mulino: Another of Disney’s many Italian restaurants il Mulino offers traditional Italian fare; think complex pasta dishes, risotto, meats and cheeses. This place is a little pricier than most but you can also grab the family-style option here to sample a bit of everything. Check out the menu here.
Kimonos: Classic Sushi, voted the best in Orlando, is the main feature here. At less than 35 bucks a place if sushi is your preference you can get it both cooked and raw here.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Hotel
The Disney Swan Reserve Hotel is more upscale than the Dolphin and Swan, and just outside the Disney Boardwalk Area. With miniature golf located just across the parking lot, restaurants, bars, and rooms with a view, there is a lot to love about this Disney Resort. It’s also one of the best Disney Hotels for adults.
Grounds: This one-stop coffee shop is for all of your early morning needs. It is located on the third floor, which is considered the main lobby and offers seating both indoors and out. With a variety of coffees and lattes, teas, breakfast sandwiches, and grab-and-go items, you can grab a variety of items here.
Amare: The Swan Reserve’s signature restaurant, Amare, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This restaurant is also responsible for the room service of the hotel. Amare is a very nice restaurant with a neutral atmosphere. Check out the full Amare Menu here.
Stir: The main bar at Swan Reserve is found just off the lobby. Stir serves a wide variety of drinks, appetizers, and a few entrees. ou can find the full menu for Stir here
Tangerine: Another place to grab drinks at Swan Reserve is the pool bar. Tangerine is located outside serving a variety of food and drinks, and offers up a chance to lounge about with a drink poolside.
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
The Disney Dolphin Hotel has fast become one of our go-to hotels for last-minute Disney Vacation. As we can usually find rooms on hotels.com for cheaper than anything else, there are a few places here that are worth a look! Including artist galleries, fountains in the lounge, a smoothie bar, and more.
Rosa Mexicana: Take your senses on a culinary adventure to Mexico! Indulge in classic Mexican fare, as well as elevated cuisine that showcases the bold flavors of Mexico—but uniquely reimagined. Each delectable dish is crafted with care to celebrate Mexican heritage—and honor the culinary techniques, global explorations and inspirations of Chef Josefina Howard, who founded the original Rosa Mexicano restaurant in New York City in 1984. Check out the Rosa Mexicana Menu.
Todd English Blue Zoo Lounge: For an extra grown-up bar experience, check out this very classy watering hole. Award-winning, this restaurant features coastal cuisine. While kids are allowed, if you need a break from the little ones, they can head to Camp Dolphin during your dining experience.
Shula’s Steak House: Another of Walt Disney World’s award-winning restaurants, Shula’s is your basic steak house with surf, turf and a few chicken dishes. Much pricier with steak over 100 bucks, you’re going to want to check the menu first if you decide to make your free day on the Disney Boardwalk a little more expensive.
Fuel: Complete with handcrafted coffees, bakery goods, and snacks this little market shop is a great place to stop for breakfast or lunch. Or even if you just need a little something to sip as you meander through the boardwalk. For a complete list check out all the Swan and Dolphin Restaurants.
Hotels on the Disney World Boardwalk
There you have it! The complete list of the 3 Disney Hotels on the Disney Boardwalk, and the 3 Disney Marriott Bonvoy Hotels next door. All within walking distance of Hollywood Studios and Epcot, these resorts offer restaurants, pools, shops, recreation and more. The Disney Boardwalk is one of the BEST places to stay at Walt Disney World. We hope this post has given you a quick look at each of these resorts to you can play your next stay or visit.
Rochelle Mariah is a writer, designer and photographer. Determined to make Planning a DIY Disney Vacation easier she makes lots of lists and drinks lots of coffee. When not designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she’s watching old movies and planning the holidays. She has been traveling to Disney destinations since 2010.
