Beach Club Resort Guide
Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Our tips and tricks to make your trip magicalFrom Stormalong Bay and room layouts to dining and DVC perks — everything you need to plan the perfect stay, from owners who know this resort best.
What’s In This Guide
Why We Love Beach Club Villas
With an easy walk to EPCOT and one of the best resort pools anywhere on Disney property, Beach Club is a showstopper.
Beach Club Villas is a great resort for any time of year, but especially magical during any of the EPCOT Festivals. The location alone is worth it — you can walk to the International Gateway entrance to EPCOT in about 5 minutes, putting you right between the United Kingdom and France pavilions.
When you’re not at the parks, make sure to spend as much time as possible at the resort pool. Stormalong Bay is more like a mini water park than a pool — it 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 guests must show proof of resort stay and wear a wristband to enter.
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Room View Categories
Beach Club Villas keeps it simple — one view category for all room types, with the focus entirely on the resort experience itself.
At Beach Club Villas, there are no separate view categories for Studios, One Bedrooms, or Two Bedroom villas — all rooms are Standard view. There are also no Three Bedroom Grand Villas at this resort. All rooms have been newly renovated and feature Murphy beds instead of traditional sofa beds, giving the rooms a cleaner, more spacious feel.
The newly renovated rooms at Beach Club feature Murphy beds instead of pull-out sofas — a meaningful upgrade that gives you more floor space and a much more comfortable sleep for the extra guests in your room.
Even on a resort day, walk up to the bridge over the canal and you can see EPCOT’s fireworks at night — without a park ticket. It’s one of the best kept secrets at Beach Club.
Room Sizes & Floor Plans
Beach Club offers Deluxe Studios, One Bedrooms, and Two Bedrooms — all newly renovated with Murphy beds throughout.
One of the biggest advantages of renting DVC at Beach Club is the space and amenities. Studios include a kitchenette, and one-bedroom and larger villas come with full kitchens, washer/dryers, and separate living and dining areas. Note there are no Three Bedroom Grand Villas at this resort.
- One queen bed
- One queen Murphy bed
- Trundle bed
- One bathroom
- Kitchenette
Studios can use the laundry room near the tidal wave pool for free.
- One king bed
- Murphy bed
- Full kitchen (see below)
- Washer / dryer
- Two bathrooms
- One king, two queens
- Murphy bed
- Full kitchen (see below)
- Washer / dryer
- Two bathrooms
- One king, one queen
- Two Murphy beds
- One trundle bed
- Full kitchen (see below)
- Two bathrooms
Lock-Off can be rented as two separate units or together. Flexible for groups of varying sizes.
Kitchens have: sink, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, microwave, coffee maker, toaster. Plates, cups, silverware, frying pan, sauce pan, cooking utensils. Also included: one roll of paper towels, one dishwasher tablet, travel size dishwashing soap, and sponge.
Studio guests can use the laundry room located near the tidal wave pool for free. One Bedroom and Two Bedroom villas include an in-unit washer and dryer.
Restaurants, Bars & Quick Service
Beach Club has some of our favorite dining on all of Walt Disney World property — including one restaurant that’s worth the trip on its own.
There are two standout dining experiences at the Beach and Yacht Club resort: Cape May Café and Beaches n Cream. The broader resort complex also offers the Yachtsman Steakhouse, Martha’s Vineyard, Hurricane Hanna’s poolside bar, and the Marketplace convenience store.
Don’t miss the adorable character breakfast with Minnie and Mickey in their beach wear — a must-do for families. At dinner, Cape May serves a seafood buffet.
One of our all-time favorite reservations. Casual meals and the best ice cream on property. If you have a big group, get the “Kitchen Sink” to share — it famously comes with a whole can of whipped cream!
Quick Service & Other Options
The broader Beach and Yacht Club resort complex offers a great range of casual options, all within easy walking distance from the villas.
- Yachtsman Steakhouse — One of the best steakhouses on all of Walt Disney World property. Reserve early.
- Martha’s Vineyard — A cozy cocktail lounge with a relaxed, resort atmosphere.
- Hurricane Hanna’s — The poolside bar and grill right next to Stormalong Bay. Great for a quick bite between swims.
- Marketplace — Ice cream, cookies, and all the other necessities. Perfect for stocking your villa kitchen.
As a DVC / deluxe resort guest, you can make all your dining reservations 60 days before you check in. Book Cape May Café and Beaches n Cream first — both fill up very fast, especially during EPCOT festival seasons.
Activity Highlights & Getting Around
Between Stormalong Bay, the beach, evening fireworks, and a 5-minute walk to EPCOT — Beach Club might be the most activity-rich resort on property.
Stormalong Bay Pool
The main pool at Beach Club is called Stormalong Bay and it is in a class of its own. It features a sand-bottom pool, a sand beach area for playing, a lazy river, and a massive pirate ship water slide. Plan to dedicate real time just for the pool during your stay — it’s that good. To enter, you must show proof of resort stay and wear a daily wristband.
Movie Under the Stars
At various times and nights, Disney shows a movie under the stars on the beach. Check resort activities in your My Disney Experience app for the current schedule of times and films.
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 — check the My Disney Experience app under “My Resort” for current times.
EPCOT Fireworks from the Bridge
Even on a resort-only day, walk up to the bridge over the canal and you can watch EPCOT’s fireworks show at night — no park ticket needed. One of the best hidden perks of staying at Beach Club.
Transportation — Walking & Skyliner
EPCOT is about a 5-minute walk via the International Gateway entrance, putting you right between the United Kingdom and France pavilions in World Showcase. Hollywood Studios is about a 25-minute walk or a quick ride on the Disney Skyliner gondola system. Both are among the best park access options at any Disney resort.
Transportation — Bus
Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom are served by Disney buses. Find estimated arrival times under “My Resort” in the My Disney Experience app. Buses typically start running about an hour before the parks open.
Buses start arriving roughly an hour before the parks open each morning. For EPCOT, skip the bus entirely — the walk through the International Gateway is one of the most enjoyable park entrances at Walt Disney World.
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.
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.
