Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa vs Disney's Contemporary Resort
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is preferred by most professionals compared to Disney's Contemporary Resort. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa comes in at 86 with accolades from 11 reviews including The Telegraph, Rough Guide and Oyster.
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
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4401 Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $544 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"You can't pick a more dreamily convenient Disney hotel—it's a single monorail stop away from the Magic Kingdom, and four from Epcot."
Fodor's
"The view across the lake to the Magic Kingdom is spectacular, day or night, as you can see the colors change on the Cinderella Castle along with the fireworks."
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Oyster
Luxury
"The Grand Floridian, Disney's crown jewel, is as elegant as it is expensive."
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DK Eyewitness
"This opulent Victorian-style resort features a magnificent five-story lobby topped by an ornate stained-glass dome."
Rough Guide
"Gabled roofs, verandas and crystal chandeliers are among the frivolous variations on early Florida resort architecture at Disney’s most upmarket hotel, complete with a full-service spa."
Disney's Contemporary Resort
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4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830
From $380 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"The monorail passes right through the middle of this concrete resort, where the rooms have recently undergone a complete renovation."
Rough Guide
"Disney monorail runs right through the centre of this hotel, which takes its exterior design from the futuristic fantasies of the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland."
Fodor's
"You're paying for location at this sleek, modern, luxury resort next to the Magic Kingdom, as the monorail runs right through the lobby, making park hopping a breeze."
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Travel + Leisure
"The Contemporary is one of Disney’s original resorts, and it’s a favorite among kids both because it’s home to both Chef Mickey’s and the Monorail cuts right through the hotel."
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Gayot
"Spectacular views and convenient monorail station highlight this futuristic Disney icon."