Disney's Yacht Club Resort

 

Disney's Yacht Club Resort Overview

When Walt Disney World was looking for an architect to design the Yacht Club, they found the perfect candidate in noted architect, Robert A. M. Stern. Stern was known for his designs of East Coast seaside homes and he brought his expertise of the New England seashore hotels of the late 1800's to the Yacht Club. Unlike the casual atmosphere of its sister resort, the Beach Club, the Yacht Club has more of a quiet, understated elegance about it. This sophistication is found in the dark hardwood floors, leather couches and antique chandeliers of the lobby. The nautical theme is enhanced with brass fixtures and rich millwork. The exterior of the stately Yacht Club is of gray and white clapboard. The East Coast seaside theme is prominent in this area with a lighthouse at the end of the Yacht and Beach Club dock and the Boardwalk that circles Crescent Lake.

The nautical theme is enhanced with brass fixtures and rich millwork in its interior. The exterior of the stately Yacht Club is of gray and white clapboard, and a lighthouse is prominently placed at the end of the dock that is located lakeside of the resort.

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Select rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort are now dog friendly. There is an additional cost of $75 per night to use this service at this resort. Dogs must be leashed in public areas, vaccinated, and well behaved. For more information on this new service click HERE.

Yacht Club Resort Rooms

To further enhance the resorts nautical theme, guest rooms at Disney's Yacht Club are decorated with white furniture and deep jewel tones throughout. The ship's wheel motifs on the headboards of the bed and upholstery embroidered with miniature anchors add to the nautical theme. In a guest room, you'll find 2 queen sized beds (or one king sized bed), a table, 3 chairs, refrigerator, coffeemaker, an armoire, a TV, a small safe and double marble sinks set in a vanity area separate from the tub and commode. Some rooms may include a daybed as well. French doors lead out to the spacious balconies or patios. There are 10 handicap accessible rooms here.

Standard Room

Categories: Standard View (parking lot or rooftop) Water View (lagoon or pool), Garden View

Approximate # of Rooms in this category:

• Standard View: 69
• Water View: 185
• Garden View: 271

Maximum # people: 5 people

# Handicap Accessible Rooms: Standard View: 2, Water View: 5, Garden View: 12

Note: Handicap-specific room locations differ according to the disability being accommodated

Square Footage: Standard View, Water View and Garden View: 380 sq. ft.

Basic Room Contents: All rooms come with an alarm clock with mp3 player, mini fridge, ceiling fan, coffee maker with tea and coffee setup, hair dryer, ice bucket, safe, iron and ironing board, desk and chair, telephone and television.

• Standard View: 2 queen beds and 1 day bed, 1 queen bed and 1 twin-size sleeper chair and 1 day bed, 1 king bed, 1 king bed and 1 day bed
• Water View: 2 queen beds, 2 queen beds and 1 day bed, 1 queen bed and 1 twin-size sleeper chair and 1 day bed, 1 king bed, 1 king bed and 1 day bed
• Garden View: 2 queen beds, 2 queen beds and 1 day bed, 1 queen bed and 1 twin-size sleeper chair and 1 day bed, 1 king bed

Note: Bed boards/rails, Pack N Play cribs, microwave, international electrical adapter and rollaway bed available upon request

Club Room

Concierge rooms and suites are all located on the fifth floor, which is only accessible to guests with a confirmed club-level room. The standard club level room is very similar to a regular guest room with respect to size and furnishings. Club level service includes use of the concierge lounge (Regatta Club) and concierge staff for private check-in and check-out, to make dining Priority Seatings, plan outings, answering questions, ticket purchases, transportation arrangements, and filling requests for special dining or accommodation needs. The lounge is open from 7am to 10pm daily, and offers a continental breakfast in the morning, light snacks in the afternoon, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres in the evenings, and desserts and cordials at night.

Categories: Standard View, Garden View, Water View (lagoon or pool), Deluxe Suite, Turret Suite, 2 Bedroom Suite, Commodore VP Suite, Presidential Suite, Admiral Suite, Captain’s Deck Suite

Approximate # of rooms in this category: 

• Standard View: 34
• Garden View: 5
• Water View: 26
• Deluxe Suite: 2
• Turret Suite: 1
• 2 Bedroom Suite: 2
• Commodore Vice Presidential Suite: 1
• Presidential Suite: 1
• Admiral Suite: 1
• Captain’s Deck Suite: 1

Maximum # people: Standard View: 5 people, Garden View: 4 people, Water View:4 people, Deluxe Suite: 4 people, 2 Bedroom Suite: 4 people, Turret Suite: 8 people, Commodore VP Suite: 6 people, Presidential Suite: 6 people, Admiral Suite: 6 people, Captain’s Deck Suite: 6 people

# Handicap Accessible: Water View: 2, Turret Suite: 2, 2-Bedroom Suite: 1

Note: Handicap-specific room locations differ according to the disability being accommodated

Square Footage: Standard View: 400 sq. ft., Garden View: 400 sq. ft., Water View: 400 sq. ft., Deluxe Suite: 645 sq. ft., Turret Suite: 1160 sq. ft, 2 Bedroom Suite: 1256 sq. ft, Commodore VP Suite: 1374 sq. ft., Presidential Suite: 2017 sq. ft., Admiral Suite: 2017 sq. ft., Captain’s Deck Suite: 2374 sq. ft.

Basic Room Contents: Suites come stocked with DVD players, complimentary sodas, flowers and a small amenities gift basket in addition to the equipment of standard rooms.

• Standard View: 2 queen beds and 1 day bed, 2 queen beds, 1 queen bed and 1 twin-size sleeper chair and 1 day bed, 1 king bed
• Water View: 1 king bed, 2 queen beds and 1 day bed, 2 queen beds, 1 king bed and 1 day bed
• Garden View: 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, 2 queen beds and 1 day bed
• Deluxe Suite: 2 queen beds
• Turret Suite: 4 queen beds; 2 Bedroom Suite: 2 king beds
• Commodore VP Suite: 1 king bed and 2 queen beds
• Presidential Suite: 1 king bed and 2 queen beds; Admiral Suite: 1 king bed and 2 queen beds
• Captain’s Deck Suite: 1 king bed and 2 queen beds

Yacht Club Resort Dining

The Market at Ale and Compass

A grab ‘n go selection offers sandwiches, salads and other eats, including kid-friendly items. There’s a Coca-Cola® Freestyle, beer and wine, and a specialty drinking station that offers both specialty coffees and smoothies.



Lounges and Pool Bars

• Ale and Compass Lounge
• Crew's Cup Lounge
• Hurricane Hanna’s Waterside Bar and Grill: grilled offerings, pork sliders, sea salt fries, snacks and beverages

Quick-Service

• Ale and Compass Lounge: Open for breakfast (morning drinks, pastries, fruit, granola, hot egg white croissant sandwich and protein bars); Open for lunch and dinner (flatbread pizzas, sandwiches, salads and soups)

Table-Service

• Ale & Compass Restaurant: This restaurant off of the front lobby has a New England Gastropub style. Open for breakfast 7:30am-11:00am (Blueberry-Bacon Pancakes, Sliced Caramel-Apple French Toast); Open for lunch 11:30am-2pm (House-made Bacon and Vermont Cheddar Burger, Maine Lobster Roll); Open for dinner 5pm-9pm (Coastal Clambake, Fried Chicken and Waffles).

In-Room Dining

• In-room dining is available 24-hours daily. Choose from a variety of American favorites as well as specialty items particular to your resort hotel. To place an order, press "Dining Options" on your in-room phone. An 18% gratuity, $3.00 delivery charge and 6.5% sales tax will apply to all delivery orders. A minimum order may apply.

Tip: Breakfast can be ordered a la cart before 11am.

• Yachtsman Steakhouse: Serving as the resort’s signature restaurant, premium steak and seafood selections feature on the menu. A glassed-in kitchen allows guests to watch their entrees being prepared. Tank tops, swimsuits, swimsuit cover-ups, cut-offs, torn clothing, hats (men only) and clothing with offensive language or graphics are not permitted.

Yacht Club Resort Pools/Recreation

The Yacht Club shares its primary pool, Stormalong Bay, with Disney’s Beach Club Resort. This is like a mini-water park, and there are many areas to explore. The waterslide is housed in a shipwreck and empties out into the larger pool area. There is an area with pulsating water jets and a lazy river where you can float along the current in inner tubes. One of the most unique features of Stormalong Bay is the sandy bottom of the pool. There are several secluded hot tubs around the complex as well as a kiddie pool complete with a mini-water slide.

An additional quiet pool area is entirely separated from the Stormalong Bay area. It is located on the far extremity of the furthest side from Epcot. Pool towels are available in both locations.

Guests looking for more privacy can rent a poolside cabana for the day.

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A number of poolside activities are scheduled each afternoon. Ranging from hot potato to charades, there is a broad spectrum of games and challenges for families to participate in while they enjoy the water area.

• Disability Services (pool lifts and other access options)
• Complimentary life jacket
• Swim diapers required for children that aren’t toilet trained (swim diapers can be purchased in merchandise locations)

Jogging Trail: Boardwalk Canal (1 mile), Crescent Lake Loop (.8 mile)

Volleyball and Tennis Courts: Complimentary volleyballs, tennis balls and tennis racquets may be checked out at Ship Shape Massage Salon and Fitness 9am-6pm. Private tennis lessons are also an option for a fee (321) 228-1146.

Outdoor Campfire and Movie: Each night there is a complimentary showing of a Disney film. Located on the beach, the feature film changes daily (consult recreation calendar given upon guest check-in for time, location and particular movie)

Guided Fishing Excursions: For a fee, an expert guide will host your group during a catch-and-release fishing trip in some of the lakes on Disney property. Available times are 7am, 10am, and 1:30pm. Reservations required (407) WDW-BASS or visit the Concierge desk.

Albatross Treasure Cruise: For a fee, children aged 4-12 can board a water vessel at Bayside Marina to hunt treasure at various “ports” amongst Disney’s lakes. Reservations required, and these can be made at the Concierge desk.

Bayside Marina: Guests can rent Sea Raycers, Boston Whaler Montauks, and SunTracker pontoon boats at the resort marina. For more information and pricing click HERE. Reservations can also be made for a Specialty Fireworks Cruise for parties up to 10 by calling (407) WDW-PLAY.

Day Cruise Around the World: For $149 plus tax and gratuity per person, guests can board a pontoon boat with a Captain for a cruise around the World Showcase Lagoon and Crescent Lake for 60 minutes. Up to 10 guests can be accommodated on the boat. Soft drinks and snacks will be provided and additional food and beverage options will be available through Private Dining. This cruise can be booked by calling (407) WDW-PLAY.

SERVICES/AMENITIES

• Wi-Fi Service (complimentary wi-fi access in guest rooms, main lobbies and main pools)
• Dining Options (table service, quick service and poolside service)
• Business Center (computer services, print services, shipping services, office supplies)
• Designated Smoking Areas
• Locker Rentals (near Stormalong Bay)
• Luggage Service (luggage assistance, valet parking assistance, dry cleaning)
• Valet and Self-Parking
• 24-Hour ATM (near front desk)
• Front Desk Service (banking and mail)
• Housekeeping Service (bed sheets changed every 4th night and play yard cribs, additional pillows, disability aids, towel and amenity replenishment upon request)
• Merchandise Delivery and Pickup
• Ice and Vending Machines
• Laundry Self-Service (near leisure pool area and Yacht Club room 1063)
• Concierge Service (purchase tickets, upgrade tickets, special requests)
• Spa and Health Club
• Room Service
• Safekeeping (in-room safes with safe-keeping boxes available at Front Desk)
• Rapid Fill (refillable mugs)
• Wake-up Call Service
• Disability Service (mobility, hearing, visual and service animal accommodations; call (407) 934-7807
• Transportation Service (complimentary bus and boat service)

Spa

Ship Shape Massage, Salon and Fitness

• Open 24-hours with MagicBand or card access
• Strength training and cardio equipment
• Massage treatments and facials (with reservation)

Shopping

Fittings & Fairings Clothes & Notions: Sportswear by Polo and Nautica, swimwear, sundries and Disney goods

 

Yacht Club Resort Transportation

Like the Beach Club, the Yacht Club has the distinct advantage of its close proximity to Epcot. A short five to ten minute walk is all that it takes to get to the International Gateway entrance of the World Showcase at Epcot. For guests who arrive at this entrance prior to the World Showcase "official" opening time of 11am, there will be cast members to escort guests to Future World. Buses and Friendship launches will take guests to other WDW destinations.

Magic Kingdom: Bus; Walk/Monorail (walk to Epcot’s monorail station, transfer at Transportation and Ticket Center to a Magic Kingdom monorail)

Epcot: Walk; Boat

Hollywood Studios: Boat

Animal Kingdom: Bus

Water Parks: Bus

Disney Springs: Bus

The Swan and Dolphin Hotel: Boat

Disney's Boardwalk Inn: Boat

Note: The bus stop is located outside of the lobby and near the conference center with buses departing approximately every 20 minutes. The boat dock is located by the Lighthouse in Crescent Lake with boats departing approximately every 20 minutes.