Disney's BoardWalk Resort
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| Disney's BoardWalk | |
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 The eponymous boardwalk as seen in January 2007. | |
| Location | Epcot Resorts Area |
| Resort type | Deluxe |
| Opened | July 1, 1996 |
| Theme | Early 20th century boardwalk entertainment districts |
| Rooms | 378 |
| Villas | 530 |
| Operator | Disney Experiences |
| Green lodge | Yes |
| Address | 2101 Epcot Resort Boulevard Lake Buena Vista, Florida |
| Website | Official website  |
Disney's BoardWalk Resort is a unique hotel and entertainment complex situated in the Epcot Resort Area at Walt Disney World in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. Opened in 1996, this resort is nestled along Crescent Lake, conveniently positioned between Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Managed by Disney Experiences, the resort features a common lobby that connects the Inn and the villas, creating a seamless guest experience.
The BoardWalk Resort's design, including the Inn, Atlantic Dance Hall, and other attractions, was crafted by the renowned Robert A.M. Stern Architects. This architectural firm drew inspiration from the charm and elegance of early 20th-century coastal boardwalks, blending nostalgia with modern amenities. The resort offers a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, making it a vibrant destination for visitors seeking a blend of relaxation and excitement.
Description
[edit]Entertainment district
[edit]The BoardWalk entertainment district lies along a 0.25-mile-long (0.40 km) boardwalk, reminiscent of Coney Island in New York or Atlantic City, New Jersey.[1] Several restaurants are present on the BoardWalk.
- Dining: Disney's Boardwalk Resort offers the following dining options both on the boardwalk and inside the resort:
- Big River Grille & Brewing Works – On the Villas side of the boardwalk (closed in January 2024) [2]
- BoardWalk Deli[3] – Sandwich deli, which replaced BoardWalk Bakery in 2022.
- Flying Fish[4] – A seafood restaurant on the Inn side of the boardwalk.
- Trattoria al Forno – A restaurant featuring Italian cuisine.[5][6]
- BoardWalk Ice Cream – Operating in the former ESPN Yard Arcade/ESPN Club Store building on the Inn side of the boardwalk, this replaced the closed Ample Hills Creamery in 2021.
- Pizza Window – Located next to Trattoria al Forno.
- Shopping: Disney's BoardWalk Resort offers many shopping options, both on the boardwalk and inside the resort.
- Pools: Disney's BoardWalk has two dedicated pools. The feature pool at Disney's BoardWalk is the Luna Park Pool, which is themed after a 1920s–1940s carnival with the 200-foot (61 m) Keister Coaster Water Slide and a play area for young children. The other "quiet pool" is located near Community Hall at the villas.
- Recreation: Other recreational activities at Disney's BoardWalk Villas include bike rentals and tennis courts.
- Nightlife:
- Atlantic Dance Hall – Located at the far end of the villas on the boardwalk.
- Abracadabar – Located next to Trattoria Al Forno, Abracadabar serves drinks with entertainment from a magician.
- Jellyrolls – Also on the far end of Disney's BoardWalk Villas, Jellyrolls is a dueling piano bar that is open to guests 21 years of age and older. There is a fee to enter Jellyrolls during normal operating hours.
Inn
[edit]One of Walt Disney World's "deluxe resorts," the BoardWalk Inn contains decor inspired by the seaside districts of the Northeastern United States during the 20th century. The Inn is a short walk or FriendShip boat ride from the other resorts around Crescent Lake, as well as Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios. It is located directly across the lake from the Yacht and Beach Club resorts.
References
[edit]- ^ "Disney's BoardWalk - Disney Discount Tickets, Crowds, Hours, Videos".
- ^ "Big River Grille and Brewing Works to Close at Walt Disney World".
- ^ "Disney's BoardWalk". Retrieved August 4, 2011.
- ^ "Flying Fish at Walt Disney World Resort". disneyworld.disney.go.com. Retrieved October 10, 2023.
- ^ Garcia, Jason (March 17, 2009). "Cat Cora to open restaurant at Disney's BoardWalk". Orlando Sentinel. Retrieved June 14, 2009.
- ^ "Mouseplanet - Walt Disney World Resort Update by Mark Goldhaber".
External links
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Media related to Disney's BoardWalk Inn at Wikimedia Commons
