Disney4me Posted May 19, 2024 Report Share Posted May 19, 2024 Disney’s Yacht Club is a deluxe resort located near EPCOT that draws in hundreds of visitors every year. Disney’s Yacht Club We love the New England style of this hotel, and it’s especially beloved by those who don’t want tons of Disney theming in their rooms while they stay on property. However, if you’re planning a trip for 2025, this may NOT be the resort you want to book. The truth of the matter is that Yacht Club is going to be undergoing some MASSIVE renovations in the beginning half of 2025. On the Disney World website, a banner warns guests that some guest rooms at the hotel will be undergoing refurbishment from January-May 2025. ©Disney It’s unclear at this time if the rooms are being reimagined, just getting a touch up, or what exactly is going on, but this means guests may hear construction going on during daytime hours, and some amenities may be unavailable. Yacht Club Not only that, but the hotel’s main pool, Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool, which are shared by Disney’s Beach Club Resort and are guest-favorite pools among ALL the Disney World hotel pools on property, will be closed for refurbishment January through June 2025. ©Disney There are other pools available at the hotel, the Tidal, Admiral, and Dunes Cove leisure pools, but they don’t hold a candle to the exciting theming of Stormalong Bay. This means that if you’re staying at this deluxe resort, which isn’t a cheap stay by any means, you may be hearing construction noise in TWO areas during your stay, and you/your kids won’t get to experience the epicness of Stormalong Bay. Stormalong Bay However, there could be a few perks to staying at this hotel during all this construction. If you and your family aren’t planning on staying much in the room at all and are spending all day in the parks, it’s likely that this construction won’t bother you! Now, we don’t normally recommend NOT taking a resort day when you’re paying to stay at a deluxe resort, but it’s also possible we may see some lower room rates due to this construction. Yacht Club beach This would mean staying at this deluxe resort may become more affordable, making a stay without a resort day more worth it. It also may be a good fit still for a group of adults taking a trip together, because those leisure pools may be just what you’re looking for (just be warned that there may be more kids than usual since the main “fun” pool is closed). Yacht Club But, if you’re wondering where to stay instead, we have a couple of options for you. If you love Yacht Club because of its subtle theming and upscale hotel feel, you should check out the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels. These hotels have an upscale resort feel but no over-the-top Disney theming. The Swan Reserve Hotel They are owned by Marriott, and you can earn (and use!) your Marriott Bonvoy points here. But unlike other hotels near Disney World run by global hotel chains that are still miles away from the parks, the Swan and Dolphin are just steps away from EPCOT — just like the Yacht Club. Speaking of location, if you love the Yacht Club because it’s so close to EPCOT, another resort to check out is the BoardWalk Inn. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn It’s just across Crescent Lake from the Yacht Club, and an easy walk to EPCOT’s International Gateway entrance. Disney’s BoardWalk And if it’s an amazing pool that drew you to the Yacht Club, then we recommend changing your stay to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for the Lava Pool experience. Lava Pool Yep, that’s a huge “volcano” with a 142-foot-long waterslide! Plus this pool offers Cinderella Castle views…and there’s DOLE WHIP just steps away at Pineapple Lanai. Overall, it’s up to you and your group to decide if this hotel is still right for your trip amid all the construction. We’re always here to bring you the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! We’ve ranked EVERY single restaurant in Disney World’s hotels — check it out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite Disney World hotel? Tell us in the comments!The post Why You (Probably) Shouldn't Stay at Disney's Yacht Club Resort in 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog.View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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