Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is a deluxe resort hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Guests love the close proximity to Magic Kingdom, and the ability to take a water taxi to get to this theme park. This resort is a tribute to the national parks of the United States. Its rustic design and lakeside location will make Canadian guests feel like they’re at an upscale inn in the Muskokas!

Should I stay at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge?

Families will especially love to stay at this resort, with so much to see and do here. The vibe is so relaxing, this resort would be a fantastic choice for a resort-only vacation, as well.

In this video, you’ll learn all about the lodge, its décor and why families love to stay here.

Transportation and Dining Options

Transportation to Magic Kingdom is available by water taxi. Guests can ride a Disney shuttle bus to the other Disney theme parks, water parks and Disney Springs.

Disney's Wilderness Lodge Water Taxi
Guests can take a water taxi from Disney’s Wilderness Lodge to Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Contemporary Resort or Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground.

There are several restaurants right on site, including a character dining experience featuring Snow White and her friends (and enemies). Guests can also use Disney transportation to easily visit nearby resorts including Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for additional dining options. Room service is also available.

Breakfast at Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Our favorite quick service breakfast at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is the Bagel Sandwich…scrambled eggs, bacon, American cheese and arugula tossed in apple vinaigrette with chipotle mayo and served with potato hash.

Restaurants and lounges include:

  • Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow White
  • Whispering Canyon Café
  • Geyser Point Bar & Grill
  • Roaring Fork (my very favorite quick service breakfast location at Walt Disney World)
  • Territory Lounge
Disney's Wilderness Lodge Cocktails
Sip a Cascadia Sangria Cocktail from Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.

Rooms at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Guest rooms are offered with a number of different views:

  • Standard View
  • Nature View
  • Nature Fireworks View
  • Courtyard View

A king room can be requested with any of these views.

Club Level Rooms include Deluxe, Standard and Standard King. The Deluxe Room sleeps up to 6 adults, while the Standard sleeps up to 4 and the King Bed rooms sleeps up to 2 adults.

Features and Amenities

There is so much to do at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Guests can play tennis, basketball, go fishing, enjoy a salon appointment or simply spend the day at the pool.

Disney's Wilderness Lodge Feature Pool
Copper Creek Springs is the Feature Pool at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.

Benefits of Staying at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Guests of this resort can enjoy:

  • Early theme park entry–enter any Walt Disney World theme park 30 minutes prior to the official park opening time (valid theme park admission ticket and park reservation required)
  • Extended evening hours on select nights, in select theme parks
  • Complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks and Disney Springs via shuttle bus, monorail or water taxi
  • Resort-wide charging privileges with My Disney Experience app, MagicBand or room key
  • Use of Disney MagicMobile pass
  • Complimentary delivery of merchandise purchased throughout Walt Disney World property to your hotel gift shop
  • Starting in 2025! Entry to a Walt Disney World Resort water park on check-in day