Disney’s Riviera Resort is the newest resort hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort and a Disney Vacation Club property. Offering villas for families of every size, this beautiful resort is located along the Disney Skyliner with a great location and outstanding amenities.
Resort Overview
This stunning resort is inspired by the European Riviera that Walt Disney himself fell in love with once upon a time. From the moment you enter the main lobby, you can feel the elegance all around you. In addition, as you wander around the resort, don’t miss the beautiful art collection celebrating beloved Disney Characters and icons. From the beautiful architecture to the gardens and fountains, the ambiance is in every detail.
Reasons We Love This Resort:
- Location: This resort is located along the Disney Skyliner and offers great views of the fireworks at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
- Great for families: Since this resort is a deluxe villa property, there are accommodations for parties of all sizes.
- Dining: There are great dining options at the resort, with additional restaurants nearby. This includes one of the best character dining experiences at the Walt Disney World Resort.
Amenities:
- Wi-Fi Service (complimentary wi-fi access in guest rooms, main lobbies, and main pools)
- Dining Options (table service, quick service, and poolside service)
- Designated Smoking Area
- Luggage Service (luggage assistance, valet parking assistance, dry cleaning)
- Laundry Services (24-hour self-service laundry room is available)
- Housekeeping Services
- Valet and Self-Parking
- 24-Hour ATM (near the front desk)
- Front Desk Service (banking and mail)
- Merchandise Delivery and Pickup
- Grocery Orders
- Ice and Vending Machines
- Concierge Service (purchase tickets, upgrade tickets, special requests)
- Athlétique Fitness Center
- Safekeeping (in-room safes with safe-keeping boxes available at Front Desk)
- Rapid Fill (refillable mugs)
- Wake-up Call Service
- Disability Service (mobility, hearing, visual, and service animal accommodations)
- Early Park Admission
- Extended Evening Hours (on select nights)
A Full Range of Accommodations
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Room Types
Tower Studio
- Sleeps up to 2 adults
- Views of Landscaping or Parking Area
- 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed
Deluxe Studio – Standard View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of the Parking Areas
- 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed
Deluxe Studio – Preferred View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Courtyard, Lake, Landscaping, Pool, or Disney Skyliner
- 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed
1 Bedroom Villa – Standard View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of the Parking Areas
- 1 King Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed
1 Bedroom Villa – Preferred View
- Sleeps up to 5 adults
- Views of Courtyard, Lake, Landscaping, Pool, or Disney Skyliner
- 1 King Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed
2 Bedroom Villa – Standard View
- Sleeps up to 9 adults
- Views of the Parking Areas
- 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed
2 Bedroom Villa – Preferred View
- Sleeps up to 9 adults
- Views of Courtyard, Lake, Landscaping, Pool, or Disney Skyliner
- 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen-Size Pull Down Bed, and 1 Single Pull Down Bed
3 Bedroom Grand Villa
- Sleeps up to 12 adults
- Views of Lake
- 1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
Dining Information
All Dining & Lounges
Bar Riva
This open-air pool bar offers refreshing beverages and delicious bites including fresh salads and sandwiches.
Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera
Enjoy this beautiful rooftop restaurant at breakfast or dinner, with a meal you won’t soon forget!
Breakfast a la Art with Mickey & Friends is a character meal featuring a prix-fixe menu with delicious options that will please everyone’s palate!
At dinner, enjoy a signature dining experience featuring a delightful menu with French- and Italian-inspired dishes. Please note, there is a dress code required at dinner.
Le Petit Café
Enjoy a taste of Paris at this patisserie featuring coffee, cocktails, and delicious bites from the morning into the evening.
Primo Piatto
This quick-service restaurant offers delicious meals, as well as grab-and-go options. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There is also a late-night menu.
Pools, Grounds, & Recreation
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- Photo Courtesy Theresa Perry, Key to the World Travel
- Photo Courtesy Theresa Perry, Key to the World Travel
Pool Areas
There are two pool areas at Disney’s Riviera Resort. At the Riviera Pool, there are plenty of umbrellas and lounge chairs to relax and enjoy the sun. There is a water slide and little ones will love the S’il Vous Play, an interactive water play area.
Over at Beau Soleil, enjoy a quiet afternoon in a relaxing setting with a great view!
Riviera Resort Campfire Activities
Located near the waterfront, guests can enjoy some old-fashioned family fun by the campfire, complete with marshmallows to roast!
Movies Under the Stars
Head to the movie lawn each evening for complimentary screenings of your favorite Disney films. Check with the front desk for a detailed schedule.
Athlétique Fitness Center
Enjoy an energizing workout at this fitness facility with your choice of equipment. You can lift weights, jog, stretch, and more!
Disney’s Riviera Resort Transportation
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Get around Walt Disney World Resort with ease using several convenient, complimentary transportation options.
In addition, if you prefer a private transfer, the Minnie Van Service is available through the Lyft app for an additional fee.
How to get to each park:
While staying at Disney’s Riviera Resort you may be wondering how you can get to each park using the free transportation systems offered at Walt Disney World. We have it broken down for you:
- Magic Kingdom: There are free resort buses that offer transportation to Magic Kingdom nearly every 20 minutes from the resort. Buses typically run for an hour after the park closes.
- EPCOT: Disney’s Riviera Resort is on the Disney Skyliner route. It will take you right to the International Gateway entrance of EPCOT after transferring at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. In the event of inclement weather, buses are available.
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: The Disney Skyliner will take guests directly to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In the event of inclement weather, buses are available.
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: There are free resort buses that offer transportation to Disney’s Animal Kingdom nearly every 20 minutes from the resort. Buses typically run for an hour after park close.
- Disney Springs and Water Parks: There are free resort buses that offer transportation to Disney Springs and the water parks nearly every 20 minutes from the resort. Buses typically run for an hour after Disney Springs or the water park close.
Parking
*Guests who drive either their own vehicle or a rental car to Walt Disney World should know that a standard overnight self-parking fee of $25 per night will be applied to the guest hotel folio upon check-out. Valet parking is available for $33 per night. Disney Vacation Club Members using vacation points for their stay are not required to pay parking fees.
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