"What's your first impression of this resort?You may question if you’re still in Central Florida when you pull up to the Beach Club Resort, which was designed in the image of a New England beach club. Though modern, the lobby presents itself as a Victorian seaside cottage, and a cool blue-and-beige color palette carries across the sprawling resort. What are the rooms themselves like?The light and breezy feel of the resort’s exterior carries into the guest rooms, though the theme isn’t as heavy-handed as one might expect from Disney. Pops of light teal come from the upholstered headboard and bed frame; framed images of the beach landscape hang on the walls. The double vanity has plenty of storage. How about food—what are our best options for a meal on site?The Yachtsman Steakhouse is a favorite for dinner, but don’t skip a visit to Beaches and Cream for burgers and ice cream. If you can’t snag a reservation to challenge your group with the Kitchen Sink sundae—yes, actually served in a kitchen sink—the walk-up window is a fine second choice. How's the check-in process?You can use the My Disney Experience app to expedite check-in and bypass the front desk. What else can we find nearby?The Beach Club Resort is just across the lake from Disney’s BoardWalk and a 10-minute walk from Epcot’s international gateway. You can take a boat to Hollywood Studios or get there on foot in about 15 minutes. Anything else we should know before planning a stay? What should we check out?The Beach Club doesn’t just have a pool—it has its own mini water park. Stormalong Bay spans three acres and includes a lazy river, a 230-foot-long water slide, and a sand-bottomed pool. Bottom line: Why should we stay here?The resort’s location and features make it a particularly good option if you’re planning to spend a lot of time at one of Epcot’s seasonal festivals, or relax outside the theme parks." - Valerie Marino
