Reviews of Contemporary Resort (Deluxe Resort)

Reviews

66

Rating

8.86 / 10

Recommended By

92%



Reviewed by MelMel82 Review Date: 03/12/2024

Rating: (8)
Recommended

The only reason this resort did not receive a 10/10 is the lack of storage in the room. Disney could remove one section of the oversized couch and put a dresser and this room would easily be a 10/10. I stayed as a solo traveler for a week and like to unpack, luckily it was just me as I used up all the drawer space. I absolutely love the Contemporary, I'm trying to stay at different resorts but I keep looking at the Contemporary for my next trip. The room I had in the main tower was quiet, I was on the Bay Lake side and fell in love with the view. If staying on the lake side, you have a front row seat to the electric water pageant. The sunrise from Bay Lake is now my go to happy memory. Also, for those of us that love a mickey pretzel, the Sand Bar at the Contemporary has homemade cheese sauce that makes the mickey pretzel next level! Yes, you can get a mickey pretzel from the Sand Bar too. I know the theming of the Incredibles is either a love it or hate it, I am on the love it side. I love what Disney did with the restrooms giving a large countertop is perfect, they should do this with all resorts.

Pros:

Great location. You can walk to Magic Kingdom in 10-15 minutes. Cast members are awesome! I found the buses were very fast when coming to the resort. When I was there we shared a bus with Wilderness Lodge.

Cons:

The rooms need better storage. The elevator lines can get out of control at peak times, I found the lines to be worse at night. Be prepared mentally for guests to cut the line.
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 02/24/2024

Rating: (10)
Recommended

Magic Kingdom Bucket List

Pros:

Proximity to M.K., transportation options, fireworks views, gluten free dining options, surprisingly quiet

Cons:

$$$
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 02/01/2024

Rating: (2)
Not Recommended

Not Water Front Room

Pros:

Got luggage after 1 hour

Cons:

Fake 4 Star that’s a 1 Star
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 09/18/2023

Rating: (9)
Recommended

We adore this resort for the nostalgia. We liked the Incredibles themed rooms and felt it fit with the style of the resort. Our water view room offered gorgeous sunrises and beautiful night views of the electric water parade (another hugely nostalgic experience). The rooms are large, the monorail access is extremely convenient. We loved the food at Contempo Cafe. It has become our favorite resort, overtaking Boardwalk and Beach Club. I wish it wasn’t so expensive though.

Pros:

Large, newly renovated rooms, walking distance to Magic Kingdom, extremely easy monorail access

Cons:

Price
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Reviewed by Dekoda Review Date: 08/13/2023

Rating: (8)
Recommended

I’ve been to the contemporary multiple times and I’ve had an overall good experience. I will say the resort is very expensive for the size of room you get but the fact that it’s within walking distance to Magic Kingdom and right on that monorail make it worth it. Id definitely recommend if your planning on going to Magic Kingdom or Epcot and have a smaller party or are by yourself.

Pros:

Walking distance to Magic Kingdom Has multiple dining options that are good On the monorail line Resort is always very clean You can see the fireworks from the resort balcony/your room

Cons:

Expensive Rooms are small Not really disney themed
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Reviewed by Goofy6 Review Date: 03/07/2023

Rating: (8)
Recommended

We stayed in a Garden Wing room and had a view of the main building and could see the fireworks from Magic Kingdom. We had a short walk to the beach and the Bay pool. We could walk from our room to the main building under cover during inclement weather. We had dinner twice at the Contempo Cafe and we were all pleased with our selections. It was great to be able to just walk to the Magic Kingdom. The gift shop had some of the same treats as the Main Street Bakery. We had a car so we didn't use the bus transportation. The main pool was closed for refurbishment and the Bay pool is very small so it was crowded every day. It would have been nice to use the Bay Lake Tower pool. Two buildings using that small pool was very inconvenient. We had a connecting room but we weren't staying with the people attached. You hear EVERYTHING through those two doors. We never heard the people on the wall side, but the family next to us in the connecting room was loud and rude. Calls to the front desk and knocking on their door went unanswered.

Pros:

Short walk to MK. Easy walk from room to main building. Great baked goods in the gift shop. Good quick service meals.

Cons:

Connecting rooms are noisy. When main pool is closed, the other pool is too small for both buildings.
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 03/02/2023

Rating: (9)
Recommended

Lovely hotel. Very kid friendly, big rooms, the theme park view room at amazing, and close to parks!

Pros:

Very close to Magic Kingdom, Extended evening hours, and if course, Chef Mickey's!

Cons:

You have to take busses to Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, expensive, not worth the hefty price
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 02/26/2023

Rating: (10)
Recommended

I love the Contemporary Resort!! Unpopular opinion but I think it is the best resort on the monorail loop. Incredible restaurants and iconically Disney!!

Pros:

California Grill and Steakhouse 71, monorail goes through it, walking distance to MK, one stop to the TTC

Cons:

Far from Hollywood Studios and AK, crowded
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 01/17/2023

Rating: (9)
Recommended

Absolutely loved this hotel, even with the one negative aspect! We surprised my boys for their birthday with a stay here. Our room over looked the theme park, which was a dream! We watched the fireworks each night from our balcony. My absolute favorite thing about this resort 😍. Food was good, mobile ordering took awhile, just order way ahead of when you actually want to eat. The only negative was the way the beds are made, they are secretly connected by a table between them! Everytime someone from the other bed moves, it shakes your bed too! The first night freaked me out as it felt like the hotel was shaking! But it was just my son moving around in the other bed!!! Be aware about that! Otherwise, this resort was one of my favorites!

Pros:

Beautiful resort, wonderful views of Magic Kingdom, great location

Cons:

Beds are connected, be aware!
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Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 11/15/2022

Rating: (10)
Recommended

To stay in the Contemporary is to experience the true essence of Walt Disney World. The experiences in this resort truly capture Walt's intent when designing these resorts. When you enter the lobby, you can feel the history in the building. There's no feeling like waking up to the monorail right outside your door and seeing people excitedly make way to Magic Kingdom. The resort is also convienient. Magic Kingdom is steps away. The Contemporary is a magical resort and, if your budget allows, it provides a great option that shouldn't be passed on.

Pros:

Magical, Convenient,Great Dining options, fun pool, monorail inside resort.

Cons:

Pricey
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