Disney's Contemporary Resort

Disney's Contemporary Resort

5 star hotel

deluxe

Magic Kingdom Area

3313 Reviews

Rooms Available

Choose your Disney Dining Plan

Looking for a great value way to budget meals without compromising on quality, flexibility or choice? Look no further than the Disney Dining Plans, exclusively available to Disney Resort Hotel guests. With up to 200 different venues across Walt Disney World Resort, there’s no need to stick to your Disney Resort Hotel - dine in all six Parks, Disney’s BoardWalk, other Disney Resort Hotels and Disney Springs.

How Do Dining Plans Work?

  • Your meal and snack entitlements are loaded onto your Disney MagicBand or card.
  • Touch your Disney MagicBand or card to the magic point when making a purchase.
  • Your server will give you a receipt showing your updated meal balance.

Want to eat light one day and splurge the next? Not a problem! Meals and snacks can be redeemed at any time during your stay. Unused meals and snacks will roll over day to day and expire at midnight on the reservation checkout date.

Disney Quick Service Dining Plan

For families on the go, this is a fast and easy meal plan option - especially when you have little ones in tow. Dine at a variety of Quick-Service locations when you’re ready to stop and enjoy a casual meal. Dine at over 100 locations.

Per person per night stay includes:

  • 2 Quick-service meals
  • 1 non-alcoholic/alcoholic drink per meal
  • 1 selected snack or drink
  • 1 Resort-refillable mug (unlimited refills of fountain soda, coffee and tea at beverage islands at self-service locations at any Disney Resort hotel

Disney Dining Plan

Want to slow down a little and savour special family moments over sit-down meals - or watch the kids light up during Character Dining? Then the Disney Dining Plan is the perfect choice to experience classic dining options at both Quick-Service and Table-Service restaurants, including Character Dining locations. Dine at over 200 venues.

Per person per night stay includes:

  • 1 Quick-Service meal
  • 1 Table-Service meal
  • 1 non-alcoholic/alcoholic drink per meal
  • 1 selected snack or drink
  • 1 Resort-refillable mug (unlimited refills of fountain soda, coffee and tea at beverage islands at self-service locations at any Disney Resort hotel

Tips to Remember!

  • Reservations are recommended! Character Dining and Signature Restaurants book up quickly, but you can make reservations up to 60 days before your visit
  • Quick-Service meals are great for casual dining or pit stops in the parks, while Table-Service meals are perfect when you want to relax over your meal.
  • Something to celebrate? For two Table-Service meals per person, you can experience fine dining with a distinctly magical flair at one of the Fine/Signature restaurants. Restrictions apply.
  • Snacks are available at Quick-Service restaurants and outdoor food carts throughout the Resort, including drinks, popcorn, ice cream and fresh fruit.
  • Dining Plans are not available for guests under the age of 3, but they can share from an adult plate at no charge, or a separate meal may be purchased from the menu.

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

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 for the best fireworks dining experience within Walt Disney World. The views from this hotel are amazing and you can even mingle with Mickey Mouse and friends if you stop by Chef Mickey’s for breakfast!

Hotel Facilities

  • 24-hour reception
  • Babysitting Service (additional charges apply)
  • Bar
  • Business Center
  • Concierge Services
  • Disney Character Encounters
  • Fitness Centre
  • Free Park Shuttle
  • Free Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Games Room (additional charges apply)
  • Health Club
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Jogging Trail
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool with Slide
  • Quick-Service Dining
  • Restaurants
  • Room Service
  • Signature Dining
  • Swimming Pool
  • Table-service Dining
  • Tennis Court
  • Valet Parking
  • Wheelchair Access

Our top tips

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.

Disney Resort Hotel, use Extra Magic Hours

Dining

  • California Grill

    California Grill

    Offering expansive views of Seven Seas Lagoon and the Magic Kingdom Park from the 15th floor, this award-winning restaurant serves American cuisine with a West Coast influence. Dinner only is served and prepared in an on-stage kitchen. A large selection of California wines is available. Priority seating is recommended.
    Reservations are highly recommended and can be made 180 days prior to your stay.

  • Chef Mickey’s

    Chef Mickey’s

    Located on the fourth floor of the resort, this large restaurant offers breakfast and dinner buffets with some of your favourite Disney characters as special guests. Dinner buffets include prime rib, peel-and-eat shrimp, and daily specials while breakfast buffets consist of fresh fruit, bagels, omelettes, Mickey waffles, and more. 
    Reservations are highly recommended and can be made 180 days prior to your stay.

  • 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.

  • Contemporary Grounds

    Contemporary Grounds

    This café is open from early morning till evening and serves espresso, lattes, and baked goods. The Food ’n Fun Center is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and snacks are also offered here via convenient counter service. Lunch and dinner choices include grilled chicken, quiche, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, and pizza. Cold sandwiches and other snacks are also available.

  • 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

    Overlooking Bay Lake, this cocktail lounge serves specialty drinks, cocktails, and appetizers from midday till late evening. Full bar menu is also available.

  • The Sand Bar

    The Sand Bar

    The poolside snack bar offers all time American favorites like burgers, hot dogs and more..... Cold drinks, cocktails, and other menu selections include tasty deli sandwiches, and ice cream.

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Walt Disney World Tickets Reviews

Average 4.5 out of 5

24190 Reviews

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  • 5 stars:

    Needs to be more toddler friendly. Kids enjoyed safari ride.

    Peter T. reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 26 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Best park for toddlers but parking costs on top of park tickets is rip off.

    Peter T. reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 26 Mar, 2024

  • 4 stars:

    Not enough for toddlers to take part in

    Peter T. reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 26 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Great rides, worth every penny

    Simon Manners reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 20 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Great park well worth the money

    Simon Manners reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 20 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Excellent! Went to park over two days! Highly recommend starting later and leaving later on one of the days to watch the parade and firework display

    Simon Manners reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 20 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Definitely do the safari if you get the chance, well worth it

    Simon Manners reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 20 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    We didn’t get excited about this park as we have been before and it’s not for us, however, the ride, Guardians of the Galaxy is a MUST, fantastic, exhilarating thrill ride. Went on this 5 times and had the same feel good every time

    Simon Manners reviewed Epcot 20 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Got to experience new rides and experiences like moana.

    Trusted Customer reviewed Epcot 16 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Went early and did avatar ride in beautiful Pandora

    Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 16 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    The freedom to visit as many times over the course of my visit as had combo tickets.

    Trusted Customer reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 16 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    I did the extended hours here which was a great option for me as this is my favourite park at disney.

    Trusted Customer reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 16 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Our favourite, chilled and great for watching the fireworks

    Christina Kennedy reviewed Epcot 09 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Live the safari and lion king show

    Christina Kennedy reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 09 Mar, 2024

  • 4 stars:

    Always busy but fun rained when we went so didn’t do as much as we wanted

    Christina Kennedy reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 09 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Great park great for kids small and easy to get done in a few hours

    Christina Kennedy reviewed Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park 09 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Fantastic, already planning out next holiday

    Christina Kennedy reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 09 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    My second favourite park. More relaxing and a little quieter than the other parks

    Angela Longden reviewed Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park 08 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    We went more than once and again everything worked perfectly. The fireworks every day at 8 pm are a must see

    Angela Longden reviewed Magic Kingdom Park 08 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Again we went more than once. Loved it all

    Angela Longden reviewed Epcot 08 Mar, 2024

  • 5 stars:

    Loved this park and the tickets worked perfectly

    Angela Longden reviewed Disney's Hollywood Studios 08 Mar, 2024

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