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11 Great EPCOT Hotels for Your Next Disney Vacation

by Mommy Frog on October 10, 2024
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When it comes to planning a Walt Disney World vacation, we know choosing a hotel is one of the biggest decisions you can make. The right hotel in the right location will offer the conveniences you need — plus a whole lot of fun. Therefore, it will also help you rest and recharge after you've spent your day hopping all over the parks!

EPCOT Hotels - skyline view of Spaceship Earth

We frogs have stayed all over Orlando, and there are few places that we're as ribbeted to recommend as these hotels near EPCOT! Moreover, these hotels put you in prime distance of this toadally awesome park. Plus, they have plenty of amenities and benefits to make them standout destinations of their own.

We'll hop into what makes each of these hotels special. However, without further ado, here are the best hotels near EPCOT:

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Harmonious at EPCOT — Fireworks long-exposure

Why Choose a Hotel Near EPCOT?

Staying at a hotel near EPCOT offers even more benefits, especially if EPCOT is a priority stop on your vacation. If you’re planning on spending a lot of time in the park where culture and technology collide, then we definitely think you should consider staying nearby. For example, there is almost always a festival to enjoy no matter when you visit with EPCOT International Festival of the ArtsEPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, EPCOT International Food & Wine FestivalEPCOT International Festival of the Holidays or another special event. Enjoy Luminous The Symphony of Us, the exciting nighttime spectacular that debuted in December 2023. Catch this stunning fireworks show daily at 9:00 pm. Plus, save the galaxy on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — Our favorite Disney coaster you won't want to miss!

Those looking at late 2024 or 2025 visits are in for a treat as EPCOT recently wrapped up some major milestones! In late 2023, the World Celebration area in the center of the park opened, featuring a statue of Walt inside Dreamers Point! Journey of Water – Inspired by Moana also opened and is a frog family favorite.

The EPCOT hotels offer easy access to EPCOT plus plenty of dining options and family fun. Some are even walking distance or a short boat ride away from the International Gateway entrance to EPCOT and the entrance of Disney's Hollywood Studios! Additionally, many also offer easy or direct access to Disney Skyliner, a gondola-style transportation system that connects EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios and several hotels. There are also ample dining options among the hotels and along the Boardwalk. No matter if you’re staying a week or a weekend, you’ll enjoy being steps away from EPCOT.

Best Walt Disney World Hotels Near EPCOT

We highly recommend staying on-site at the Disney World resort hotels, especially if it's a first-time visit. The official Walt Disney World hotels offer some great benefits, including early theme park entry, first access to advanced dining reservations, Single, Multi and Premier Pass Lightning Lane selections and much more. Click through each of the hotels below to see our full Frog Family reviews and then book!

Disney’s Beach Club Resort

Hotels Near EPCOT — Disney's Beach Club Resort

We frogs love the on-site Disney World Resort hotels for their amenities, impressive décor and undeniable magic. This deluxe Disney World Resort hotel offers a New England beach theme and endless fun for tadpoles at Stormalong Bay. We think of it as a mini-waterpark. It's got a sand-bottom pool, 230-foot long shipwreck waterslide and lazy river! Did we mention that Stormalong Bay is three acres? That's nearly double the size of a football field! Parents will enjoy easy access to EPCOT using EPCOT’s International Gateway, and the convenience of being steps away from boat and bus transportation as well as the Disney Skyliner. Enjoy the on-site Beaches and Cream, a 1950s style malt shop, and Cape May Café, which offers a character breakfast with Minnie Mouse and her friends.

More dining (and entertainment) options are just a hop away at Disney's BoardWalk Entertainment District. Disney's Beach Club Resort is easily our favorite hotel near EPCOT, and it shares amenities with Disney's Yacht Club Resort next door.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

Best Hotels near Epcot - Disney's Yacht Club

Find lakeside luxury at this deluxe resort — just look for the lighthouse located on Crescent Lake! Yacht Club is centrally located and just steps from the Boardwalk with easy access to EPCOT. You’ll find nautical décor, elegant rooms and the best steakhouse at Disney World, Yachtsman Steakhouse! The prime rib is...chef's kiss! It shares amenities with Disney's Beach Club, including the very popular Stormalong Bay. This resort is a quieter spot than the more popular Beach Club and offers a retreat back to tranquility after a full day of park hopping. 

Leap and I love spending a day here playing pickleball while Tad and Lily have fun over at the Lafferty Place Arcade.

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

 

If staying on the BoardWalk in a deluxe resort is priority, then check out Disney’s BoardWalk Inn! This Disney World Resort hotel is also just outside EPCOT’s International Gateway. Elegant and charming décor, views of Crescent Lake and deluxe amenities make this resort a must-visit option. Families can enjoy the accessible entertainment and dining options at the BoardWalk and an exciting swimming pool that has a waterslide designed after a classic wooden roller coaster! Hands up! Step out onto the BoardWalk to access the boat transport for a speedy ride across the water to EPCOT.

Disney Deluxe Resort - BoardWalk Inn Pool

Be sure to also check out the Cake Bake Shop Bakery by Gwendolyn Rogers for a delightful spread of pies, cookies, and cakes that will satisfy any sweet tooth!

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Searching for a pirate-themed pool and a resort that’s reminiscent of an easy-breezy island retreat? Look no further! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is the largest moderate resort hotel that offers bus transportation to the parks and even its own internal bus transportation to transport guests from Old Port Royale to their room. It is also a major stop on Disney Skyliner, with quick access to both Disney's Hollywood Studios and EPCOT! Larger families can enjoy more space with the convenience of a murphy bed and amenities such as quiet village pools and hot grab-and-go breakfast options at the Centertown Market Grab & Go. Enjoy this resort located about a mile from Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park while still being away from the hustle and bustle.

Disney's Art of Animation Resort

EPCOT hotels - Disney's Art of Animation Cars Suites

This is one of the most popular hotels on-site, but fun fact: did you know that it was originally supposed to be a sister resort to Disney's Pop Century? 

It's less than five miles from EPCOT and easy to get to with free bus transportation or by Disney Skyliner. Most of this resort features affordable family suites themed around Cars, Finding Nemo and the Lion King and standard rooms themed around the Little Mermaid! There are three feature pools, including the Big Blue — the largest pool at Disney World! Learn more in our frogtastic guide.

Disney's Riviera Resort

Disney's Riviera Resort - Courtyard with Bocce Court

Disney's Riviera Resort celebrates the grandeur of the European Riviera with its grand archways, towers and terraces. Every detail adds to the colors and inspiration of where many Disney stories originate from. As a Disney Vacation Club property, the resort offers cozy Tower Studios to spacious 1-Bedroom Villas, 2-Bedroom Villas and 3-Bedroom Villas. The hotel has its own stop along the Disney Skyliner, so you have easy access to both EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Be sure to book brunch at the popular Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera. The food offerings and character interactions are second to none! It's one of our favorite character meals at Disney World!

Other Hotels Near EPCOT

Walt Disney World Swan Hotel

Walk to EPCOT from this luxurious resort with upscale amenities and a great location on Walt Disney World Resort property. Some higher-floor rooms even offer views of EPCOT's nighttime fireworks! While it's not an official Disney World hotel, the Swan, the Swan Reserve and its sister hotel, the Dolphin, offer many Disney World hotel benefits, like early theme park entry, extended evening hours and boat transportation to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios. You'll love getting pampered at the Mandara Spa, grabbing a delicious coffee at Fuel (both located at the Dolphin) or swimming in one of five unique pools on property! Since they're managed by Marriott, guests can book them if they have points!

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Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort

Just a hop away from its sister resort (Swan Resort) is the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort — in fact they share five heated outdoor pools (not counting whirlpools)! It's not an official Disney World hotel, but just like its sister hotel, the Swan, the Dolphin offers some Disney World hotel benefits, like early theme park entry, extended evening hours and boat transportation to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Guests can also book them if they have Marriott points!

The Dolphin Resort is also home to Camp Dolphin, a Children's Activity Center for children aged 4-12. It's supervised, giving parents peace of mind if they want to have a child-free date night at Shula's Steak House.

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve 

Guide to Walt Disney World Swan Reserve - Building exterior

One of the newer resorts added to Disney property is the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, which opened in 2021. This 14-story boutique hotel features 349 guest rooms and 149 spacious suites. In other words, it's perfect for big families! With floor-to-ceiling windows in all of the rooms, take in the view and enjoy watching fireworks from the comforts of your own room. The luxury restaurants, easy pool access, rentable rooftop space and plentiful meeting spaces add excellent amenities for a family vacation or business venture. The Reserve shares all amenities with Swan and Dolphin, so there are plenty of perks to enjoy, including early theme park entry, extended evening hours and boat transportation to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Hop over to our complete guide for all the details!

Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek

You'll find deluxe amenities at this premium Good Neighbor Hotel. With over 10 dining options, staying at the resort offers something for everyone to enjoy at mealtime. Enjoy the aquatic oasis that includes a three-acre lazy river, waterslide pool and private cabanas. Take the shuttle to the parks and enjoy views of the fireworks at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios from the hotel. This hotel offers many Disney benefits, such as early theme park entry.

If traveling with your furry friend, you'll be delighted to know that this resort is pet-friendly! Like other Good Neighbor hotels, they have foreign currency exchange, an ATM, and an onsite convenience/gift shop.

Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista

Best Hotels Near Disney Springs - Wyndham Garden Lake

Looking for an off-site family-friendly accommodation? The Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista offers spacious rooms, a whirlpool, an exercise center, and a lagoon-style pool. It also offers free shuttle service to Walt Disney World. Some rooms even offer views of EPCOT's nighttime fireworks. Additionally, this hotel offers many Disney benefits, such as early theme park entry. We also love that we're just a hop away from Disney Springs — perfect for grabbing a delicious meal or doing a little souvenir shopping! This resort is a great alternative accommodation if you’re looking for luxurious amenities at an affordable price.

Related: Which Disney World Deluxe Resort Hotel Is Right for You?

Related: The Best Disney World Hotels for Families

In conclusion, there are so many wonderful choices if you're looking to stay close to EPCOT. Do you have a question about any of these hotels near EPCOT? Drop us a line in the comments below! Can't decide on which Disney World hotel? Use our Disney World Resort hotel comparison tool! Then book your hotel with us at a discount!

Keep hopping, Mommy Frog!
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Oct 13, 2018 at 7:04 p.m.
Ed e mejia Says...

I'm so happy Walt Disney is getting a new look and feel to it . Go Walt Disney ! All new stuff for families to get out in California and enjoy the day . Ohray for good times !

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Jun 15, 2018 at 11:49 p.m.
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