Walt Disney World parks are full of magic but that magic doesn’t stop when you leave the parks. Disney’s unique theming, legendary storytelling and details throughout each resort leave you with a feeling of enchantment every trip.
That’s why we are going to give you 5 Reasons Why You Should Stay on Disney Property on your next Disney vacation. We also encourage you to check out our Planning tips here to make planning your next trip a bit easier.
Enjoy extra time in the Parks
Who doesn’t want more time to play? Disney resort hotel guest get a 30-minute early start on their park day with early theme park entry.
This is available at al 4 Walt Disney World theme parks and this benefit is set to continue through 2024. Valid theme park admission, park reservation and resort ID are required.
You can find a full list of resorts included in this benefit as well as more information here.
During early entry guests can have early access to attractions, merchandise and food to get your Disney day started of right!
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours
Guest staying at select Disney Deluxe Resorts or Villas will have the opportunity to also stay later in the evening on select nights at select parks.
Whats better than getting to arrive early and stay later to make your Disney park day even more magical!
Dining Packages for Disney Resort Guests
Now, we have not personally used this perk yet however I do know a bit about it and still wanted to share it with you in case it could benefit your family.
Starting with Resort reservations after January 9, 2024 Disney Resort Hotel guest will have the opportunity to purchase dining plans that can add some convince and flexibility to your vacation.
With these plans you can potentially save up to 20% on dining for kids ages 3 to 9 when you purchase a dining plan.
There are more than 200 dining locations so for select families this may make your trip less stressful and more convenient.
Enjoy the magic inside and out of the parks
When you stay at a Disney resort you are transported to your dream location. From the Hawaiian islands to the Great Northwest and the Italian Riviera.
From the second you walk into a Disney resort you are transported into the story of your dreams and the stress of your everyday disappears.
The same service and storytelling you see in the parks you experience at the resorts. From unique accommodations, amazing dining locations, and themed rooms, there is something to fit everyone’s dreams.
Not only do we love the unique theming and experience of each resort, we also love the proximity to the parks, dining and shopping.
They also offer immersive amenities such as themed pools, rooms, character dining, recreation activities and so much more that fits everyone’s budget..
The thing is you’re not just picking a hotel for your vacation, you’re picking your home for your Disney vacation.
Say good-bye to your keys and enjoy free transportation
Staying at a Walt Disney World resort makes getting around Walt Disney World a breeze. With free bus, boat, monorail and Gondola transportation you can forget about driving during your vacation.
Check out our blog post on the Best Transportation around Walt Disney World to get all the details on how you can travel around Walt Disney World at ease.
Enjoy Special offers and benefits
When you stay at a Walt Disney World resort you have access to special offers such as:
MagicBand+
We get so excited when our MagicBands arrive for an upcoming trip. Our kids love picking out the theming of their band and as a hotel guest you can purchase them a discounted pre-arrival price.
Just like wearing an Apple Watch, magic bands give you the ability to unlock your resort hotel room, enter theme parks with paid admission, check in at your lightning lane entrances, add your credit card info to charge food and murchandise, and connect your Disney PhotoPass images to your Disney account.
Early Lightening Lane Entry
Guest staying at Walt Disney World resorts get early access to purchase a lightening lane at 7:00 a.m. towards some of the most popular attractions.
Lightening Lane entry allows you to bypass the regular standby lane an enter a separate lane that gets you on the top attractions faster. Giving you more time to explore the rest of of the parks.
Make early dining reservations
Guest staying at select Walt Disney World resorts can make dining reservations up to 60 days prior to their vacation for their entire length of stay. This includes up to a 10-night stay.
We love this option because it makes planning our vacation so easy and my children love to help pick out their favorite or new dining experience.
It also saves you from having to check for dining reservations for each day of your trip.
Now these are only a few reasons why we choose to stay on Walt Disney World property and hopefully these tips will help you decided what’s best for your family on your next Disney vacation.