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Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort vs Waldorf Astoria Orlando - An Official Walt Disney World Hotel

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What the badges mean:FPFamily Preferred — solid family choiceFFFamily First — built around kids & teens
KIDDOMETER RECOMMENDATION

Best for most families: Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort

FFFamily First

Four Seasons Resort Orlando is a true family-first resort with an extensive water park, complimentary kids club, and numerous child-specific amenities.

WHY FOUR SEASONS RESORT ORLANDO AT WALT DISNEY WORLD® RESORT STANDS OUT
✓ Waterslide✓ Adult Pool
✓ OUR PICK
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort
FFFamily First

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort

$$$$ Per night, avg.

The Four Seasons Resort Orlando offers families a high-end stay within Walt Disney World, featuring its own water park with a lazy river and waterslides. Its dedicated kids' club and various child-friendly activities ensure younger guests are well-entertained.

Waldorf Astoria Orlando - An Official Walt Disney World Hotel
FPFamily Preferred

Waldorf Astoria Orlando - An Official Walt Disney World Hotel

$$$$ Per night, avg.

This Orlando resort offers families a refined stay with convenient access to Disney parks, featuring spacious suites with kitchenettes for added comfort. Children can enjoy the outdoor pool and dedicated kids' activities, making it a comfortable base for a theme park vacation.

AT A GLANCE

Quick Facts

FEATURE
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort
Waldorf Astoria Orlando - An Official Walt Disney World Hotel
Waterslide
✓ Yes
Not included
Adult Pool
✓ Yes
Not included
Babysitting
Not included
✓ Yes
Family Rooms
Not included
✓ Yes
Price
$$$$
$$$$
Best For
Families with toddlers, elementary-age kids, and pre-teens who desire a luxurious stay with extensive on-site entertainment and convenient access to Walt Disney World parks.
Best for families with elementary to pre-teen children seeking a luxury stay with easy Disney park access and varied on-site amenities.
WHAT THEY BOTH SHARE
✓ Kids Club✓ Spa
AROUND THE RESORT

Nearby Highlights

FOUR SEASONS RESORT ORLANDO AT WALT DISNEY WORLD® RESORT
→Magic Kingdom Park — 7 min drive
→Epcot — 9 min drive
→Disney's Hollywood Studios — 13 min drive
→Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park — 17 min drive
→Universal Studios Florida — 20-21 min drive
WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO - AN OFFICIAL WALT DISNEY WORLD HOTEL
→Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks — 2 to 7 miles (complimentary shuttle)
→Universal Orlando Resort — ~10-13 miles / ~20-25 min drive
→SeaWorld Orlando — ~5-8 miles / ~15-20 min drive
→Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex — ~60 miles / ~1 hour 15 min drive
→Cocoa Beach — ~60 miles / ~1 hour 15 min drive
THE UPSIDE

Things Families Love

FOUR SEASONS RESORT ORLANDO AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
✓Explorer Island features a 5-acre water park with lazy river, two waterslides, and a splash zone
✓Complimentary Kids For All Seasons club for ages 4-12 offers supervised activities and an indoor volcano
✓Disney Character Breakfasts with Goofy and pals are offered twice weekly at Ravello
✓Rooms offer views of nightly Magic Kingdom fireworks from private balconies
✓Complimentary luxury coach transportation to Walt Disney World theme parks
WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO
✓WA Kids Club offers supervised daily activities, arts & crafts, and games for ages 5-12
✓Shared amenities with Signia by Hilton include a lazy river, waterslide, and arcade
✓Official Walt Disney World Hotel status provides early theme park entry and complimentary shuttle service
✓Family Suites offer ample space with a separate living room, sleeper sofa, and kids' amenities like plush toys
✓Multiple restaurants, including Aquamarine and Peacock Alley, feature dedicated kids' menus
✓Zero-entry main pool provides a gentle water experience for younger children
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Things to Know

FOUR SEASONS RESORT ORLANDO AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
!A mandatory nightly resort fee of $56.25 per room applies
!Valet parking costs $42 nightly with in/out privileges
!Pool seating can be scarce during busy periods, plan to arrive early
!In-room dining can take up to an hour, so plan accordingly
!Dining at the resort is quieter and more refined than typical Disney restaurants
WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO
!Kids Club programs and Astoria After Dark evening sessions incur an additional cost
!The Waldorf Astoria's main pool area is generally quieter and more adult-oriented, requiring a walk to the adjacent Hilton for livelier water features
!While family-friendly, the resort maintains a luxurious, elegant atmosphere that may appeal more to families seeking a relaxed retreat from the Disney parks
!Dining can be expensive, though some resort fee inclusions offer free kids' meals with adult entree purchases
!The resort is popular for conventions and weddings, which might lead to larger groups on-site
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