Reviews of Wilderness Lodge (Deluxe Resort)
Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 04/27/2023
Rating: (10) Recommended
I stayed at the WK 21 years ago. Things were different then—no DVC. But the overall amenities and ambiance were the same. My then-5-year-old son said it best when we walked through the doors for the first time, and heard the music and saw the lobby: Cool. Way cool! Yes, the resort rooms are a little smaller than other deluded rooms. But the theming more than made up for that. There was a flag raising ceremony back then. Do they still have it? You get up at the crack of Dawn and clim way up on the roof from the 7 th floor. The view down was dizzying. Then you did this little” boyscout-like” flag ceremony. Again. Cool. Way cool. The resort tour is definitely worth your time if you have a resort day. Whispering Canyon is hoot for young and old alike. The boat ride to MK is fast and fun. The pool is amazing. The food is great. The beds comfy. Service is superb. Wd had a truly magical stay at the lodge.
Pros:
Transportation Amenities Theming, theming, theming Food Activities Electrical Water Pageant Proximity to Fort Wildeness and it’s many activities and Hoop de do revueCons:
Standard rooms a little small fine for family of 4. But no more than 2 adults/teensReviewed by DebbieG22 Review Date: 02/06/2023
Rating: (10) Recommended
Relaxing Stay
Pros:
Atmosphere, The views , Boat rides to and from MK, Wonderful restaurants and wonderful staffCons:
Only 2 options to get to parks .Wish they would add Monorail 🚝Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 01/16/2023
Rating: (1) Recommended
Beautiful grounds and lobby etc. Have stayed at all resorts over the 20 years being a DVC owner. Last week had our credit card compromised at the front desk Wilderness Lodge. Our credit card company confirmed it happened on property. With in hours thousands of dollars charged. This is the third time this has happened at the Wilderness Lodge. No other resort. After struggling to get a manager, one finally came to our room and explain nothing they could do other than have us go to the orange county Police Department. My wife is trying hours and hours over the last couple days to get a hold of someone. She has been disconnected, put on hold no resolution.. Impossible to get a hold of anyone that can help. Very frustrating. Our adult son is planning on staying there next month and my wife and I have a return visit to Grand Floridian in March. Not sure we will keep it. Not so magical anymore
Pros:
Beautiful resort. Rooms are being updated. Close to parks. Beautiful setting.Cons:
Can’t speak to a manager if there is a problem. Try calling the resort. Good luck. Better chance of reaching the White House. Promised a call back several times. No call back.Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 03/24/2022
Rating: (10) Recommended
We have stayed at over 10 different resorts and the Wilderness Lodge is by far the best! Even the grandchildren want to back there. Swimming pool they loved, very clean everywhere, beauty of the grounds and the building. We will definitely return here.
Pros:
Beauty, clean, friendly and caring hosts and all employees.Cons:
noneReviewed by DisneyLifeEqualsHappyWife Review Date: 12/03/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
Wilderness Lodge holds lots of happy memories for me. The food options are wonderful, staff is extremely helpful, and the location is perfect. I can take a rest from the Disney life, and really enjoy the surroundings at the lodge.
Pros:
Lots of food choices, boat transportation to magic Kingdom, themeCons:
NoneReviewed by JackieDodson Review Date: 11/01/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
This resort is perfect for any guest! Kids, teens, adults, everyone will love this resort. It has Disney touches of forest animal theming, without it being tacky or overwhelming. The hotel lobby is so beautiful and grand, complete with a creek running from the inside of the lobby all the way out into the pool. The main pool is huge and very clean- plus a water slide and 2 hot tubs. Also a kiddie pool and play area. They do poolside games with cast members for kids as well. The gift shop is large and has a lot of unique \"wilderness\" themed merchandise. This resort has great food options- whispering canyon is a hilarious, delicious good time! One of the most unique Disney restaurants as far as experience, and the family-style food is to die for. Their quick service location is great as well- Roaring Fork- lots of yummy treats and snacks. I also love that this hotel is not overly large or spread out- all the rooms are relatively close to the lobby, transportation, food, and all other amenities. Speaking of amenities, the boat to magic kingdom is THE BEST (also goes to contemporary if you feel like some steakhouse 71 or chef mickeys). It is still a deluxe resort, so price can be a little much, but not as bad as the monorail resorts.
Pros:
location close to magic kingdom, boat transportation, electrical water pageant view, food options, theming, poolCons:
none!!Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/26/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
Fabulous! This resort is stunning. The grand lobby is stunning. Beautiful resort with subtle Disney theme. Reminds you of Old Faithful Inn. Close to Magic Kingdom by ferry. Food options including Whispering Cafe are great. Would definitely stay here again.
Pros:
Close to MK. Beautiful. Food options.Cons:
NoneReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/02/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
This is by far the best hotel on Disney property! The theming is beautiful and tastefully Disney. Feels homey. Great transportation! Whispering canyon is such a great restaurant. Great deluxe resort to stay at without paying 600-800 a night.
Pros:
Get to magic kingdom by boat, Disney themed without being tacky, awesome pool, great dining options, good bang for your buckCons:
NoneReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 09/19/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
I love this resort. Cast members are always friendly and helpful. They go out of their way to make your stay magical. Beautiful grounds, amazing lobby and a relaxing boat ride to Magic Kingdom. I have stayed in 7 different hotels on property and Wilderness Lodge is my favorite!
Pros:
Location, Geyser Point,Beautiful,Relaxing,Amazing LobbyCons:
NoneReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 08/20/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
This is probably my favorite resort and I have stayed many times at the Wilderness lodge. They have lots of dining options, nice setting, close to the parks, nice pool with slide, a boat which you can take to the magic kingdom and back, arcade, and a geyser that goes off every hour.
