Caribe Royale OrlandovsDisney's Contemporary Resort
Both Caribe Royale Orlando and Disney's Contemporary Resort are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Caribe Royale Orlando is preferred by most reviewers compared to Disney's Contemporary Resort. Caribe Royale Orlando ranks #32 in Orlando with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Oyster, The Telegraph and DK Eyewitness.
Caribe Royale Orlando
8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness
"Spread out over 45 acres (18 ha) of beautifully landscaped grounds filled with towering palm trees, this resort features large suites and multi-room villas to accommodate any size of family."
Star Service
"Next door to its more modest sibling, the Buena Vista Suites, this is the nation's largest all-suite hotel, a vast, convenient complex...well-designed and well-suited to the large groups it hosts." Full review
Gayot
"This all-suites, resort-style property consists of three well-appointed towers surrounding a lagoon: one for families, the second for groups and the third for executives and adults."
Fodor's
"This big, pink, all-suites palace, on 53 tropical acres just 10 minutes from Disney, melds luxurious decor, family-friendly ingredients, and business-traveler amenities." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"An elegant, quality-conscious resort that offers stylish rooms and a large array of facilities." Full review
Disney's Contemporary Resort
4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $380/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"The monorail passes right through the middle of this concrete resort, where the rooms have recently undergone a complete renovation."
Rough Guide
"Disney monorail runs right through the centre of this hotel, which takes its exterior design from the futuristic fantasies of the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland."
Fodor's
"You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort next to the Magic Kingdom, as the monorail runs right through the lobby, making park hopping a breeze." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Contemporary is one of Disney’s original resorts, and it’s a favorite among kids both because it’s home to both Chef Mickey’s and the Monorail cuts right through the hotel." Full review
Gayot
"Spectacular views and convenient monorail station highlight this futuristic Disney icon."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Disney's Contemporary Resort has been extensively refurbished but still includes the monorail track running through the vast, enclosed foyer, providing a genuine Disney feel good experience." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Why book? This classic Disney resort has the best amenity possible—its backyard is the Magic Kingdom." Full review
Frommer's
"A midcentury architectural treasure, and indicative of the revolutionary methods that Walt Disney World hoped to pioneer...even if you can’t stay here, this is the best hotel to tour. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"The granddaddy of Disney resorts, the Contemporary's futuristic A-frame opened Walt Disney World in 1971 but feels uninspired and disappointing by today's standards." Full review