Disney's MGM Studios is one of four theme parks at Walt Disney World. It offers behind-the-scenes looks at Hollywood action in a park dedicated to entertainment. Here you may take part in a movie scene or participate in the American Idol experience. It is a magical world, just like the rest of Disney. Hotels and resorts abound in the immediate area. You may walk to many attractions, or take a bus or boat.
Experience Walt Disney World from the Yacht Club Resort, a resort hotel designed in a New England nautical theme. There are portholes in the rooms for windows, and Disney characters are dressed in ship regalia.
The hotel has five floors with many rooms to fit your needs, from single beds, double beds and two- or three-bedroom suites. Room costs depend on garden or pool views.
Behind the resort are two lakes that cover three acres, with slides, replicas of shipwrecks, lagoons and a slow river. A 25-acre lake is also behind the facility; you may rent paddle boats or pontoons for a fishing expedition or for sightseeing. The resort also has a 24-hour playground for children, and formal or informal dining.
Disney's MGM Studios is a short walk or boat ride away from the resort.
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
1700 Epcot Resorts Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-934-7000
disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/yacht-club-resort/
Disney's Beach Club Villas are next door to the Yacht Club Villas and the two share some amenities: the lakes in back, both Stormalalong Bay and the 25-acre Crescent Lake. Stormalong Bay has a water park theme, and there is a full sandy beach at Crescent Lake. The lakeside also has spas and pools as well as a fitness club.
The beach theme is maintained at this resort. Studio rooms have a queen-sized bed and a sleeper sofa. Rooms have a private porch or balcony and there is satellite TV with Disney programing. High speed internet is available, along with microwave and refrigerator. One- and two-bedroom villas are also available with separate living areas with sofas.
Beach Club Villas are in the Disney complex within walking distance--or a short bus or boat ride--to MGM.
Disney's Beach Club Villas
1800 Epcot Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-934-8000
disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/beach-club-villas/
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin resort is between Epcot and Disney Studios, in the middle of all the Disney-related parks and attractions. The facility has 17 restaurants, a large spa, five pools, a beach, two health clubs, tennis, golf and free transportation to all Disney World theme parks.
This facility has 2,265 rooms and suites. Rooms have queen- or king-sized beds, 32-inch flat-screen TV, a desk with work area and high-speed internet. Suites have separate sleeping and living areas.
Presidential Suites offer even more luxury with an optional second guest room, 42 inch TV, a piano, conference table for eight, kitchen, lounge chairs and a Jacuzzi.
Other amenities include tennis, basketball, volleyball and jogging trails. Game rooms are set up for children. There are also 17 restaurant options.
The Swan and Dolphin resort is a short bus ride from Disney MGM Studios and regular shuttles are provided by the resort.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32830
407-934-4000
swandolphin.com
