A. Staying On-Site
If you’ve decided that staying on-site is the best option for you, then now all you have to do is narrow it down to a resort. Disney has 3 classes of resorts:
- Value – this is their less frills option and the rooms at a value will be the smallest. The rooms have everything you need and are very clean and nice, but they are a bit tight. All values have pools, a food court, gift shop, arcade, laundry facilities and transportation to the parks. They are a great option if you want to stay on a budget and don’t plan to spend a lot of time in your room.
- Moderate – the moderate resorts are a bit of a step up in comfort. The rooms are slightly larger and while not by much, you will feel the difference. Even the bathrooms are larger and will include a double sink area instead of a single that you would have at a value. The difference seems small, but it does add that little bit of extra comfort. The pools at a moderate will also have better theming with slides and pool towels. In addition to the food court, you will also find at least one table service restaurant at a moderate resort. It’s important to keep in mind that the moderate properties to tend to be large, so getting from one area to another could be a trek.
- Deluxe – If luxury is your thing, then you may want to consider a deluxe. The deluxe resorts are more of a hotel-style with amenities. All the rooms enter from the inside as opposed to entering from the outside like in a value and moderate. The deluxes also have the largest rooms in size. The pools at a deluxe tend to be more extravagant and well-themed. You will also find a larger selection of dining options at a deluxe resort. Each will have a quick-service option, but also a few sit-down restaurants as well. Some of the deluxe accommodations are on the monorail line or have water transportation. It really comes down to what you want to spend because the deluxe resorts are on the higher end in terms of price.