Disney's BoardWalk Villas

My family and I (husband and three children) recently stayed in a 2 bedroom villa for a week at the Boardwalk. This is our second Disney trip...the first we stayed in the Fort Wilderness Cabins. This resort blows that one out of the water. There are so many positive things to note about this resort.

1. Location- 5-10 min. walk to Epcot, short boat ride to Hollywood Studios. Beach and Yacht Club are within short walking distance. You can also walk to the Swan and Dolphin, and could actually walk to Hollywood Studios. If you are staying in the DVC wing, you can go out the back to make this walk shorter.

2. Restaurants/Food- There are so many restaurants and eateries within walking distance. You have access to the restaurants at the Boardwalk, Beach Club, and Yacht Club, as well as those at the Swan and Dolphin and also within Epcot if you are going to that park that day. (and Hollywood Studios restaurants are just a boat ride away) Also, there is a bakery on the boardwalk for yummy snacks or breakfast, a candy store, and numerous snack stands for late night (or anytime!) treats. The ESPN club is also on the Boardwalk, and, although this restaurant is on the Disney dining plan, you do not need advanced reservations! So nice!

3. Resort Amenities- The service is wonderful. Very attentive cast members at all locations. The two bedroom unit was well stocked in the kitchen and also very clean and comfortable. The beds were comfortable...even the pull-out couch which I slept on one night with my son who had a bad dream. The pool is so much fun with the large slide! Very kid friendly!

4. Shopping- There are shops within the resort itself and also along the boardwalk. The one along the boardwalk is very large and has a large selection of Disney merchandise, but the nice thing is that it has a small grocery section. You can even buy a bottle of wine here.

5. Extras- Artists doing caricatures along the Boardwalk, movies every night out by the pool, games for the children organized and planned out all day, full gym if you want to work out, etc.

I would highly recommend this resort to anyone. I have wanted to stay at other Disney resorts, but now I am not sure if I will ever plan anything but the Boardwalk.

Have stayed on two occassions, and just love the Epcot resort area. The evening walk around the boardwalk watching the entertainers, having a drink, mingling with people is our favorite way of unwinding after a Disney day because the magic still continues. The options for dining is outstanding, there at the Boardwalk itself, or around the lake at the dining areas if the Beach Club, Yacht Club or Swan and Dolphin. Anything you could ask for from hot dogs and popcorn to gourmet dinners or outstanding buffet. The rooms are terrific and the detail is tremendous.

WOW! We had the best experience at this resort! We have stayed at every WDW resort now - with the exception of the value resorts. What a great surprise. The Boardwalk Villas must have been renovated recently because everything in our 1BR Villa was squeaky clean and shiny new. The decor was lush and beautiful - and we had a boardwalk view from our deck. Each morning, we just stepped outside and took a quick jog around the boardwalk which takes you around to the Beach Club, Yacht Club, Swan and Dolphin and then to the Boardwalk. We had several restaurants, shops and bakeries within yards of our room but yet it felt so quiet and relaxing. We all, kids included, enjoyed the Belle Vue Lounge where we could get drinks and snacks and sit either on the outside deck overlooking the lawn and boardwalk or sit inside and play scrabble or checkers. What a great place to unwind after spending the day at the parks! The Luna Park Pool and the outside bar were a big hit too. It's a shame we didn't have more time to spend just enjoying the Boardwalk Villas resort features -- next time, more of that and less Park Hopping! With this resort, we could let the kids walk to Epcot or Hollywood Studios and we could stay behind and enjoy the resort's many features. We will stay here next time for sure! Almost forgot - the nighttime lights and boardwalk decor take on a life of it's own...beautiful to see!

My family and I have been to multiple disney resorts, but this was by far our favorite. Our 1 BR villa was immaucalate and the views were spectacular. Our faviorite was the boardwalk entertainment and the fact that we could walk to Epcot and Hollywood studies. A beautiful 10min walk to each. It was fun arriving somewhat late our first night- we scoped out all the resorts within walking distance. (swan,dolphin,beachclub). The Christmas decorations in each were amazing!! Would stay at boardwalk again in a heartbeat!!

Love it is how I describe Boardwalk Villas. I am in DVC and love to try all the resorts and this one is one of my favorites. Not only is there plenty to do on the Boardwalk but the whole ambiance is great here. They've got free valet parking to start off, the rooms are nicely decorated in turn of the century style, the views thruout the resort are just lovely and the boat goes to Epcot. Spoodles is great food onsite. Don't hesitate to stay here. Try for a premium view if you can. I stayed in a studio but I'm sure the 1 bedrooms are much nicer if you can get one. Staff is great too. You will have fun here.