Disney's Beach Club Villas

A New England–style seaside retreat with walking access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, and the best pool complex on property.

About this resort

Disney's Beach Club Villas opened in 2002 as part of the Beach Club Resort, a Yacht-and-Beach-Club complex inspired by 1870s New England seaside cottages. The villas occupy a five-story building adjacent to the main Beach Club lobby, with shared access to all the resort's amenities — most notably Stormalong Bay, a three-acre sand-bottomed pool complex with a lazy river, multiple slides (including a slide built into a recreated shipwreck), a sand-bottom snorkeling area, and tiered lounge decks.

Location is what makes the Beach Club exceptional. The villas are roughly a 5-minute walk from EPCOT's International Gateway entrance, which puts you straight into the World Showcase between France and the United Kingdom — meaning you can stroll to dinner at Monsieur Paul or Le Cellier without dealing with the main park entrance. The boat to Hollywood Studios takes about 15 minutes, or you can walk it in about 25 minutes through the BoardWalk area.

The villas themselves feature New England nautical theming: light-blue and sand-colored interiors, beadboard ceilings, vintage beach photography, and white-painted furniture. Studio inventory here is limited and books up early because of the resort's combination of pool quality and EPCOT walkability.

Who it's for

EPCOT enthusiasts, families with kids old enough to enjoy a major pool complex, couples who want quick access to World Showcase dining, and anyone who values walking access over monorail charm.

Getting around

Walking distance to EPCOT International Gateway (~5 minutes). Boat or walking path to Hollywood Studios (15–25 minutes). Bus service to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Disney Springs, and water parks. The Disney Skyliner is not directly accessible from Beach Club — guests typically board at the EPCOT International Gateway station.

Dining

Cape May Café offers a popular character breakfast with Goofy, Donald, and friends, plus a New England–style seafood dinner buffet. Beaches & Cream Soda Shop serves classic American diner food and the legendary 'Kitchen Sink' — eight scoops of ice cream loaded with toppings. The Marketplace and Beach Club Marketplace handle quick breakfast and grab-and-go.

Highlights

✦Walking distance to EPCOT's International Gateway
✦Stormalong Bay — the best pool at Walt Disney World
✦Boat service to Hollywood Studios
✦Charming New England beach-cottage theming
✦Walkable to the BoardWalk dining and entertainment district
✦Adjacent to Disney's Beach Club and Yacht Club resorts

Insider Tips

💡Stormalong Bay alone is worth the stay — a sand-bottom pool with a lazy river and slide
💡Walk into EPCOT's World Showcase through the back entrance for a shorter commute
💡Beaches & Cream Soda Shop serves legendary ice cream — try the Kitchen Sink
💡The boat to Hollywood Studios is scenic but the walk through BoardWalk is more interesting
💡Studios book up first — reserve at the 11-month home-resort window if you want one

Room Types & Point Ranges

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