Beach Club Resort Guide
Beach Club Villas
Our tips and tricks to make your trip magicalFrom Storm Along Bay and room layouts to dining and DVC perks — everything you need to plan the perfect stay at one of Epcot’s best-kept secrets.
Why We Love Beach Club Villas
With an easy walk to Epcot and close proximity to Hollywood Studios, Beach Club is a great resort for any time of year — but especially during the Epcot Festivals.
When staying at Beach Club, make sure you spend as much time as possible at the resort pool. It is the showstopper of Beach Club and is more like a mini water park than a resort pool. Storm Along Bay has a sand bottom, a sandbar for kids to play in, a lazy river, and a huge pirate ship slide. It’s so popular that you must show proof of staying at the resort to a cast member and wear a wristband to enter. This pool is great for small kids and adults alike.
Because you enter Epcot at the International Gateway (between England and France), early entry gives you a great head start to ride Ratatouille before the crowds arrive.
Finding Your Way Around
The Beach Club Villas are part of the larger Beach and Yacht Club resort — a sprawling New England-themed complex with three distinct sections.
Themed after a New England Beach Hotel, the Beach Club is both fun and quiet. There are three sections of this big resort: Yacht Club, Beach Club, and Beach Club Villas. Even though the resort is large, the Beach Club Villas is a small, cozy building. Sit in the sun room off of the lobby and relax, or play games in the community room. This is a great resort for a non-park day.
It’s an easy 5-minute walk to Epcot’s International Gateway entrance. Even on a resort day, walk up to the bridge at night — you can see the Epcot fireworks from the bridge for free!
Room Types — Standard Views
Beach Club Villas keeps it simple — there are no view categories here. All Studios, One Bedroom, and Two Bedroom Villas are Standard view.
There are no Three Bedroom Grand Villas at this resort. One standout feature: all rooms have been newly renovated and now feature Murphy beds instead of sofa beds — a much more comfortable sleeping option for guests using the pull-out bed.
The Murphy bed upgrade is a real win for families — much more comfortable than a standard sofa bed. Great for older kids who don’t want to share a king.
Room Sizes & What’s Included
All DVC villas at Beach Club include a kitchenette or full kitchen — a huge upgrade over standard hotel rooms for families.
- 1 queen bed + 1 queen Murphy bed
- One bathroom
- Trundle bed
- Kitchenette (no full kitchen)
Studios use the free laundry room by the Tidal Wave pool rather than an in-unit washer/dryer.
- One king bed
- Murphy bed in living area
- Two bathrooms
- Full kitchen
- Washer / dryer in unit
- 1 king + 2 queens + Murphy bed
- Two bathrooms
- Full kitchen
- Washer / dryer in unit
- 1 king + 1 queen + 2 Murphy beds
- One trundle bed
- Two bathrooms
- Full kitchen
Full Kitchen — What’s Included (1BR and above)
- Sink, dishwasher, fridge & freezer
- Microwave, coffee maker & toaster
- Plates, cups, silverware, frying pan, sauce pan & cooking utensils
- One roll of paper towels, one dishwasher tablet, travel-size dish soap & sponge
Laundry
Studio guests can use the free laundry room located by the Tidal Wave Pool. One Bedroom and Two Bedroom villas have a washer and dryer in the unit.
Use Instacart or Amazon Fresh to stock your kitchen before arrival — order 1–2 days ahead and have it held at bell services. Breakfast in the villa saves real money, especially for families.
Restaurants, Bars & Quick Service
The Beach and Yacht Club complex has some of the best dining at Walt Disney World — from a beloved character breakfast to one of the top steakhouses on property.
Don’t miss this restaurant at breakfast for its adorable character breakfast with Minnie and Mickey in their beach wear. At dinner it serves a seafood buffet. A must-book for families.
One of our favorite reservations — casual meals and the best place to get ice cream on property. If you have a big group, get the famous “Kitchen Sink” to share. It comes with a whole can of whipped cream!
Quick Service & More
- Yachtsman Steakhouse — One of the best steakhouses on Disney property; located at Yacht Club
- Martha’s Vineyard — Cocktail lounge at Beach Club; great for a relaxing drink
- Hurricane Hanna’s — Pool bar and grill; casual food and drinks right at Storm Along Bay
- Marketplace — Ice cream, cookies, and other necessities; great for a quick snack
As a DVC / deluxe resort guest you can make all dining reservations 60 days before check-in. Book Cape May Cafe character breakfast and Beaches n Cream first — both fill up fast.
Activity Highlights & Getting Around
Beach Club is one of the most activity-rich resorts on property — and Storm Along Bay alone is worth planning a full resort day around.
Storm Along Bay — The Pool
There are two pool areas: the main resort pool and a quieter leisure pool. The main pool, Storm Along Bay, features a pirate ship slide, a sand-bottom pool, a sand beach for playing, and a lazy river. Plan to devote real time just to the pool — it’s that good. A wristband is required; you must show proof of stay at the gate.
Movie Under the Stars
At various times and nights, Disney shows a movie under the stars at the beach area. Check your resort activities in the My Disney Experience app for times and shows.
Campfire & S’mores
Located on the beach area — you can roast marshmallows seven days a week. S’mores kits are available for an additional fee. Times vary, so check the My Disney Experience app under “My Resort.”
Transportation
Epcot & Hollywood Studios: Epcot is an easy 5-minute walk to the International Gateway entrance (right between the UK and France pavilions). Hollywood Studios can be reached by walking path (about 25 minutes) or the Skyliner.
Magic Kingdom & Animal Kingdom: Reached by Disney bus. Find estimated arrival times under “My Resort” in the My Disney Experience app.
Buses start arriving roughly one hour before the parks open each morning. The walk to Epcot’s International Gateway means you’ll often beat bus riders to the park gate — use it!
Perks from Staying at Beach Club & Renting DVC
Renting DVC points unlocks a full suite of benefits that standard hotel bookings simply don’t include — all baked into your rental cost.
What You Get
These perks apply to all guests staying at Beach Club Villas through a DVC rental — included in the cost, no extras needed.
