Discovering the Best Disney Resort for Adults: The Top 7 Best Resorts at Disney World in 2024

Are you looking for the best Disney resort for adults – from Value to Deluxe levels? You are in the right place!

Disney World is often thought of as a destination primarily for families with children. While it’s true that Disney is a haven for kids of all ages, including the young at heart, there’s a whole world of enchantment awaiting adult visitors.

In fact, Disney World offers a range of resorts, which may offer more peace and sophistication – that are best suited for adults.

Whether you are looking for a budget-friendly stay or an extravagant 5-star resort, there is something for every adult trip on our list.

This post is all about the top 7 best Disney resorts for adults at Walt Disney World.

The Best Disney Resort for Adults: The Top 7

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1. Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Resort Category: Moderate

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room: $260/night – $470/night

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is a captivating blend of Mexican and southwestern American influences nestled in the heart of the Walt Disney World. This expansive resort offers a unique and tranquil escape for both business and leisure travellers.

It is well-known for being a convention center, which may scare some vacationers off, but it doesn’t feel like just a functional hotel for businesspeople.

Here is why Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

The addition of the Gran Destino Tower has added a sense of luxury to this resort, also providing slightly more luxe accommodation. Standard rooms at Gran Destino range in price from $316/night – $638/night.

Additionally, there are Club Level rooms and suites Gran Destino Tower – making Coronado Springs the only Moderate Resort at Disney World with Club Level access.
There’s a combination of rooms and suites at Coronado Springs – which can accommodate larger groups.
They have sangria university – an activity very much aimed at adults!
There is a huge range of dining options – from table service to bars to quick service (which isn’t very good, but it’s still another dining option).

In fact, Dahlia Bar has views of the fireworks from Hollywood Studios and Epcot. The views aren’t the best, but it can still be fun to watch the shows in a beautiful bar setting.

There are three quiet pools (in addition to their feature pool (The Lost City of Cibola Pool). If you want a more peaceful pool experience, I’d recommend checking out the quiet pools.
It is the only Moderate resort with a gym. Oh, I misspoke – they actually have TWO FITNESS CENTERS. If you like to work out on vacation, you can check out the La Vida Health Club Fitness Center and the Fitness Center at Gran Destino Tower.
They have spa services (currently unavailable).
This resort has some very subtle but sophisticated Disney theming.

Like these tasteful and less obvious Disney paintings.

2. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Resort Category: Deluxe

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room: $824/night – $1,350/night

The Grand Floridian Resort & Spa – where Victorian elegance meets Disney magic – is the only five-star Disney resort at Walt Disney World.

The stunning white facade is reminiscent of a bygone era. The resort’s iconic red gabled roof and picturesque verandas evoke the charm of a Victorian-era seaside resort.

It is so elegant that Princess Diana stayed there with Prince William and Harry in 1993.

Please note that the Grand Floridian is currently under refurbishment

Here is why Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

There are rooms and suites for larger parties.
There are rooms and suites with Club Level access.
They have DVC villas. I stayed on my DVC points at a Two Bedroom – Lake View here in September 2023. You can also rent DVC points to save money staying here (so you don’t necessarily have to spend $1000s/night to stay here.

disney resorts orlando — The view 🌅 from the balcony of a Two Bedroom Lake View at Grand Floridian Villas

They have a “beach”, which is peaceful and relaxing.

They have two incredible pools. The quiet pool (The Courtyard Pool) is one of the best at Walt Disney World.

Grand Floridian has Monorail access to Magic Kingdom and Epcot – which is great for Extended Evening Hours, Halloween/Christmas parties or one of Epcot’s four festivals.

You can catch a boat to Magic Kingdom.

The Grand Floridian has a 24-hour Fitness Center – because who doesn’t want to go to the gym at 3 AM?! 😂
They have a plethora of dining options – from one of the best quick-service to VERY EXPENSIVE signature dining at The Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s (the prix-fixe menu STARTS AT $295 per guest).
If you’re staying at Grand Floridian around Christmas, you can enjoy the life-sized gingerbread house and exquisite Christmas tree 🎄

3. Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Resort Category: Deluxe (DVC)

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room (Studio): $475/night – $804/night

Nestled amidst the enchantment of the Walt Disney World Resort is Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa.

This tranquil and spacious resort is inspired by the elegance and charm of New York’s Saratoga Springs in the late 1800s. The horse-racing theming is subtle enough and very tasteful.

Here is why Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

As it is a DVC resort, you can use your DVC points (if you’re a member), or rent DVC points to stay here affordably. It is also one of the most inexpensive DVC resorts.

It was built on a golf course, which provides a perfect escape from the chaos of the parks.
You can walk (or catch a water-taxi) to Disney Springs! This is perfect if you’re planning to do some shopping or dining at Disney Springs.

They have a Senses Spa. Please note that this is currently unavailable.
Because Saratoga Springs doesn’t contain any loud Disney theming (Moana rooms, Little Mermaid rooms, Finding Nemo Family Suites etc.), it attracts adults more than families.
They have studios, villas and even treehouses!
There is a 24-Hour Fitness Center

4. Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

Resort Category: Value

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room: $133/night – $305/night

Disney’s All-Star Music Resort is a vibrant and budget-friendly option within the Walt Disney World Resort.

This whimsical resort is part of the All-Star Resort complex and is designed to immerse guests in the world of music and entertainment (including various genres, such as Country and Jazz).

Here is why Disney’s All-Star Music Resort could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

It is less over-the-top themed than the other Value Resorts (but the theming isn’t exactly subtle – in comparison to some of the other resorts on this list).

However, the significantly lower cost of staying at this resort may make up for this. You could save hundreds per night by staying here over the other Moderate or Deluxe Resorts on this list.
They have family suites – which sleep up to 6 guests. In 2024, family suites cost $336/night to $696/night.

5. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside

Resort Category: Moderate

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room: $289/night – $476/night

Nestled along the picturesque Sassagoula River is Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

This beautiful Moderate Resort offers guests a charming and tranquil escape inspired by the elegance and grace of rural Louisiana.

Here is why Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

You can experience a Horse Drawn Excursion – Carriage Ride around the resort. I just did this in September 2023, and it was amazing to have a unique tour of the resort.

They have 5 leisure pools for a more peaceful experience.
You can catch a water taxi to Disney Springs.

It is just a short walk away from Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter – which means MICKEY BEIGNETS!

You can go fishing at Port Orleans – Riverside.

6. Disney’s Old Key West Resort

Resort Category: Deluxe (DVC)

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room (Studio): $474/night – $809/night

Disney’s Old Key West Resort welcomes guests to experience the relaxed and carefree ambience of the Florida Keys.

This Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort is an oasis of calm amidst the excitement of the parks.

And although Old Key West is my Home Resort, I will try to stay as unbiased as possible 😂

Here is why Disney’s Old Key West Resort could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

Because the theming isn’t related to Disney movies, it doesn’t attract lots of young families (in a similar way to Saratoga Springs). The subtle theming makes it perfect for adult-only trips.
You can rent DVC points to stay here for a very low price. It is usually the least expensive DVC resort.
You can catch a water taxi to Disney Springs.

There are three leisure pools (in addition to the feature pool, The Sandcastle Pool).
It’s a great place to play sports (including basketball, tennis and volleyball).
You can play golf there.

7. Disney’s Riviera Resort

Resort Category: Deluxe (DVC)

2024 Price Range for a Standard Room (Studio): $722/night – $1,202/night

Disney’s Riviera Resort celebrates the elegance and charm of the Mediterranean coast.

This Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort combines European sophistication with Disney magic, creating a truly unique and luxurious experience.

Does it look like the real French and Italian Riviera? Absolutely not. But is it a beautiful resort? Absolutely!

Here is why Disney’s Riviera Resort could be the best Disney Resort for your adults-only trip:

It is the newest Riviera Resort, and you can tell. It has a very modern, luxurious feel.
It is a small resort, making it very easy to navigate.
Disney’s Riviera Resort is the only Deluxe Resort on the Skyliner – providing easy access to Epcot and Hollywood Studios – which is great if you’re attending an Epcot Festival or Disney Jollywood Nights.

This resort has bars, quick service and table service dining options – including character dining at Topolino’s!

Riviera has Tower Studios (small studios that sleep up to two guests on a Murphy bed) – which are ideal for couples or solo travellers. Based on 2024 prices, these cost $476/night – $864/night.
You can exercise at the Athlétique Fitness Center.

Ta Ta For Now

In conclusion, choosing the best Disney Resort for adults ultimately depends on your preferences and the kind of experience you seek.

Whether you crave the tranquillity of a Deluxe Resort, the charm of a Moderate option, or the budget-friendly convenience of a Value Resort, Disney World has something for every adult traveller.

No matter which resort you choose, you’ll find exceptional service, immersive theming, and the convenience of staying onsite in the Disney bubble.

So, embark on your Disney adventure and stay at the resort that best suits your adult getaway in the most magical place on earth.

This post was all about the top 7 best Disney resorts for adults at Walt Disney World.