The Best Kept Secret at Disney's BoardWalk Inn

If you’re planning a Disney World stay and are considering one of the EPCOT-area hotels, we’ve got something to share with you.

You might be aware of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, but have you considered staying there? If not, we’re going to give you some reasons as to what sets this hotel apart from other Disney World hotels.

It has two nightclubs

Believe it or not, there is very little nightlife in Disney World. However, if you want to do some dancing, you can do so at the Atlantic Dance Hall, where you can get your groove on with hits from the 80s, 90s, and today. Even better? You can dance until 1AM on nights the club is open, so if you’re a night owl, you might want to check it out.

If dancing isn’t your thing and you want a night out, you can always visit Jellyrolls for a night of fun. This is a dueling piano bar where you can enjoy a night of live music and drinks. Even better? You can also get free popcorn while you’re watching the lively — and often funny — show.

No other Disney World resort can boast about having two unique nightclubs within a short walk of your hotel room. If you want a night out (or two), Disney’s BoardWalk Inn may be the perfect hotel for you.

Location

Of ALL the Disney World resorts, BoardWalk Inn may be one of the best located. As we mentioned, it’s an EPCOT-area hotel, but it’s also within walking distance of EPCOT, as well as Hollywood Studios (although you can opt for a boat ride to both parks, as well).

However, you also have access to everything on the Skyliner, too — because you’re also really close to the EPCOT Skyliner station. That means you can also take the Skyliner to Hollywood Studios, as well as visit any of the Skyliner resorts.

SO many dining options

Disney’s BoardWalk has a ton of great dining with plenty of options to please the whole family. Here’s a list of all the restaurants on the BoardWalk:

Flying Fish
Trattoria al Forno
Big River Grille & Brewing Works
BoardWalk Deli
BoardWalk Ice Cream
Carousel Coffee
Pizza Window
COMING SOON: The Cake Bake Shop with Gwendolyn Rogers
COMING SOON: Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs

You’ll also find two of the most unique bars in Disney World. First, there’s AbracadaBar, a magician-themed bar that has a VERY COOL back story. According to lore, magicians would gather here after their shows, but then the lounge vanished into thin air. It reappeared, but the magicians? Well, they were gone!

So the bar has reopened its doors so you can explore the bar, which is full of props, posters, and Easter eggs, all while enjoying one of its signature drinks.

The BoardWalk Inn is also home to Belle Vue Lounge, which is a cozy nook in the mornings, but becomes a 1930s-themed lounge every evening where you can enjoy a cocktail while listening to classic radio plays. If you visit Belle Vue Lounge, be sure to ask for The Shadow — it’s a secret menu drink.

But that’s not all. Because the BoardWalk Inn is so close to two other Disney World hotels, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, you also have access to even MORE restaurants and bars in the area. Want a character breakfast? Visit Cape May Cafe at the Beach Club. Want a good steak? Make a reservation at Yachtsman Steakhouse at the Yacht Club.

You can meet Goofy and friends at Cape May Cafe!

Plus, you’ll also have access to the following restaurants and bars:

You have access to an actual BoardWalk

The entire area around BoardWalk Inn is unique in that its theming is designed to look like Coney Island and Atlantic City with an authentic BoardWalk. Not only do you have loads of dining options on the BoardWalk, but you also have lots of shops, too, as well as an art gallery, Wyland Galleries.

You’ll even find carnival games here, as well as street performers.

There are Surrey bike rentals

Want to hop on a Surrey bike? These are those bikes that have four wheels and are made for two people. Very unique, right? Well, you can rent a Surrey Bike to make your way around the BoardWalk in style.