First Look INSIDE Disney World’s NEW Villains-Themed Top of the World Lounge

A popular, exclusive lounge in Disney World is reopening — with a twist.

We’ve embraced many returns around Disney World — shows, character meet and greets, performances, and more. And now, a lounge is joining the list of reopened offerings…but it’s gotten a makeover!

The Top of the World Lounge at Disney’s Contemporary Resort’s Bay Lake Tower is an exclusive location that only Disney Vacation Club members can access.

While the lounge was closed, some familiar villains settled in. And now that they’re gone, the lounge has reopened — but it looks a bit different, thanks to its previous guests. The lounge will officially reopen on July 11th, but we got a special early first look!

This is what the check-in desk looked like!

It has a new gold plate that says Villains Lair!

Can’t wait to head inside!

Top of the World Lounge is reopening officially on July 11th and we’re here to give you the details on its revamp — A VILLAINS LAIR ✨#mediaevent #hosted pic.twitter.com/oucvazMZzy

— AllEars.Net (@AllEarsNet) July 7, 2022

When we made it up the elevator, we were officially welcomed to the Villains Lair!

We made it (through the thunder and lightning) to A VILLAINS LAIR 😈🥂#mediaevent #hosted pic.twitter.com/8ZckekgRFp

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There was a bunch of villainous decor inside to meet us when we arrived! These glowing portraits feature some of Disney’s most iconic baddies.

We spotted Hades…

…Jafar…

…Maleficent…

…Ursula…

…and the Evil Queen from Snow White in her witch form!

The Cast Members were giving us the full story about how the lounge was inhabited by Disney villains who left some of their stuff behind. How perfect is this DVC joke?

DVC = Disney Villains Convention (right?) 😂#mediaevent #hosted pic.twitter.com/dQclelfAFf

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We spotted more Ursula themed decorations when we went further in!

They also had some costume pieces laying around. Note that guests are free to dress up while here. There will be more costumes added soon, and they’re all inspired by object the Disney villains would have left behind! Bet you can’t guess who that spotted scarf belongs to!

We got to talk to some of the team members about the villainous re-theme! Here’s what they had to say!

Breedlove got to ask one of the team members behind the reimagination of Top of the World Lounge about how it became A Villains Lair! 😈 pic.twitter.com/apmCgXHyZO

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Of course, it’s a lounge, so we had to check out the food and drinks! Here’s what the cover of the menu looked like. It had an old-timey book look, and had a seal with a message on it!

Here’s a closer look at the message on the cover of the menu. It basically runs through the story of the lounge, and how even villains have to relax at a Disney Resort sometimes!

Here’s a look at the menu. They had a ton of cocktails, wine, and beer, as well as some tasty appetizers. We loved all of the creative names!

It’s time to order! Here’s what the food and drinks looked like at the reimagined lounge. This drink is called The Underworld.

It looks like there’s something sinister brewing below the surface of this drink!

These are the Who’s Afraid of Pork Belly Sliders. They’re made with shredded pork bely, barbecue sauce, and house made pickles!

These look so tasty!

Anyone down for some Pork Belly Sliders? 🤤 #mediaevent #hosted pic.twitter.com/qx9XcFnBG0

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Get ready for the Unfortunate Souls Shrimp! Named after the iconic song from The Little Mermaid, this has herb roasted shrimp, romesco sauce, olive tapenadze, and marinated tomatoes!

We’re not gonna ask any questions about how this dish got its name, but it sure looks pretty!

IDK about you, but I don’t really know if I want the recipe of the Unfortunate Souls Shrimp 🥹 pic.twitter.com/vXiWxcB9yA

— AllEars.Net (@AllEarsNet) July 8, 2022

 

This Twisted Tales Pretzel was served with whole-grain mustard, and was huge!

The Lair-Made Hummus came with pita bread, and was topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives!

That’s some good looking hummus!

We found some Lair-Made Hummus at A Villains Lair 😋 #mediaevent #hosted pic.twitter.com/W396pfXav5

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The Cosmic (Plant) Power Flatbread had plant-based Za’atar-spiced “beef,” caramelized onion spread, pickled onion, and “tzaziki.”

The Seven-Lair Cake looked absolutely delicious!

Who can say no to seven layers of cake?

Seven-LAIR Cake (because cake is a must) 🍰 #mediaevent #hosted pic.twitter.com/h8rMkkdPAh

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The Empress Charcuterie Board had the Chef’s selection of cheeses and meats!

They also had a Tomatoes of Terror Flatbread with roma tomatoes, tomato ragu, and mozzarella!

Along with the wicked décor, Vacation Club members will be able to enjoy new menu items inspired by Disney villains. So head over to plot your next adventure over some food and drinks, and finish the night off with a viewing of Disney Enchantment!

Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair will officially reopen to eligible DVC members on July 11th. It will generally be available from 6PM to midnight daily, but is subject to capacity restrictions. DVC members can start to check in as early as 5:45PM. Members must be sure to bring their digital member card, as well as a photo ID.

In the meantime, for more reopening information, check out the character buffet returning to the Magic Kingdom. Or, see what characters will be returning to Star Wars Launch Bay this month. 

And, as always, stay tuned to AllEars for the latest Disney news.

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Disclosure: We were invited by Disney to attend a media event for the Top of the World Lounge. This did not affect our reporting of the event — our opinions are our own.

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