This is the Ultimate Disney World Monorail Hotel List Including Deluxe & DVC Resorts in 2024

Looking for the entire Disney World Monorail Hotel list (which also includes the DVC Resorts)?! This is the right blog post for you!

If you stay in a Disney World Monorail Hotel, you can experience a combination of luxury and convenience. 

There’s nothing better than catching the Monorail to Magic Kingdom or Epcot – right from your Resort!

So, if this sounds appealing to you, it may be time to choose which of the Disney World Monorail Hotels you would like to stay at.

So, let the journey begin! 🚝🌐 

This post is all about every Disney World Monorail Hotel, and helping you to decide which Resort is best for you.

Disney World Monorail Hotel List

Why Should You Opt To Stay at a Disney World Monorail Hotel?

• As we mentioned, you can take the Monorail to Magic Kingdom and Epcot – which is arguably better than getting the bus!
• You can also take the Monorail to the other Resorts on the Monorail. This is perfect if you love to resort hop or dine at other Resorts.
• Every Resort has a walking path to Magic Kingdom. So, if you don’t feel like getting the Monorail (or it breaks down – something that happened when I stayed at the Polynesian 😭), you could still walk if you didn’t want to take a bus (the transportation option when the Monorail goes down – but don’t worry, this isn’t something that happens every day 😂).
• Some rooms at these Resorts offer views of Magic Kingdom – which is perfect if you want to watch the fireworks from your hotel.
• You have access to Deluxe Resort perks – which basically means you have access to Extended Evening Hours (two nights a week, you get two extra hours at the theme parks – usually Magic Kingdom and Epcot.

As only Deluxe Resort guests are eligible for this, it means a quiet park and short wait times!). Also, at the end of Extended Evening Hours, there’s nothing better than just hopping on the Monorail. I recently did this when I stayed at Grand Floridian, and it was AMAZING!

• If you’re attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, it’s so convenient to be on the Monorail.

I stayed at the Polynesian when I went to the Halloween Party in November 2022, and it was a dream to just catch the Monorail at the end of the night – instead of the bus.

• They all have Club Levels (access to a lounge with “complimentary” food and drinks throughout the day and concierge service).

Every Disney World Monorail Hotel

1) Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort was an Opening Day Disney World Resort (October 1st, 1971) – making it one of Disney’s most iconic Resorts.

Theme and Atmosphere:

The resort is a love letter to the spirit of the South Pacific islands, with lush landscapes, tiki torches, and traditional Polynesian architecture. 

From the moment you arrive, you’re transported to a serene oasis, complete with swaying palm trees and the white sandy “beach”.

Accommodations & Pricing:

Here are all the rooms/suites currently offered at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Please note that this is based on 2024 pricing (including tax and not including any potential discount):

• Resort View Room (sleeps up to 5 guests): $691/night – $1,256/night
• Water View Room (sleeps up to 5 guests): $799/night – $1,346/night
• Resort View – Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $944/night – $1,591/night
• Theme Park View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $979/night – $1,645/night
• Water View – Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,152/night – $1,924/night
• Honeymoon Room – Club Level (sleeps up to 2 guests): $1,195/night – $1,997/night
• Theme Park View – Club Level(sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,276/night – $2,068/night
• 1 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,659/night – $2,750/night
• Ambassador VP Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 8 guests): $2,773/night – $4,647/night
• King Kamehameha Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 8 guests): $3,593/night – $5,825/night

Dining:

The resort is home to some of Disney’s most beloved dining experiences.

‘Ohana is a popular restaurant known for its character meals with Lilo and Stitch and Polynesian-inspired dishes. The Kona Cafe offers a diverse menu with a combination of American and Asian cuisines, and the Pineapple Lanai is famous for its Dole Whip treats.

Most importantly, the quick-service location – Capt. Cook’s serves the infamous Tonga Toast for breakfast! 

Recreation at the Polynesian:

• There are two pools at the Polynesian: 1) Lava Pool (the feature pool) and 2) Oasis Pool (the leisure pool).
• Polynesian Village Campfire Activities – roasting marshmallows around the fire on select nights at the Seven Seas Lagoon Beach.
• Movies Under the Stars on the Great Ceremonial House Lawn – on select nights.
• Motorized Boat Rentals – at Seven Seas Lagoon.
• Fishing
• Volleyball
• A jogging trail along the lagoon
• The Electrical Water Pageant – which can be viewed from the Seven Seas Lagoon Beach.

Transportation:

One of the significant advantages of Polynesian Village Resort is its convenient transportation options. 

In addition to its Monorail access, you can catch a bus to:

• Hollywood Studios

• Animal Kingdom

• Disney Springs

• (To get to the Water Parks, you usually have to go to Animal Kingdom or Disney Springs first and transfer to another bus – but this is subject to change, so be sure to check this before your visit).

You can also catch a water taxi to Magic Kingdom.

Shopping:

The Polynesian has two shops:

• BouTiki – the main shop, which can easily take up your time and money!
• Moana Mercantile – a smaller shop.

Boutique shops like BouTiki offer a selection of island-inspired merchandise, from clothing to unique souvenirs.

You can even find merchandise from Aulani!

Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

In 2015, a new DVC Resort opened at the Polynesian – with Studios and Bungalows.

A new DVC Tower is currently being built, which will also have:

• Duo Studios (similar to the small studios that only sleep 2 guests at Riviera and The Villas at Disneyland Hotel).
• Deluxe Studios
• One Bedroom Villas
• Two Bedroom Villas
• Lockoff Two Bedroom Villas

Pricing at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

As this is a DVC property, here are the number of points (based on the 2024 points chart) it costs per night to stay at the Polynesian (in Studios and Bungalows, as the point chart hasn’t yet been released for the new Tower):

Deluxe Studio (sleeps up to 5 guests) – Standard View: 14-36 points per night

Deluxe Studio (sleeps up to 5 guests) – Lake View: 19-43 points per night

Two-Bedroom Bungalow (sleeps up to 8 guests) – 112-226 points per night

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I stayed in a Deluxe Studio – Standard View in November 2022, and it is gorgeous!

The Polynesian has the biggest Studios on property, so if you are travelling with a few other people and are planning on staying in a Studio, this might be your best option on the Monorail – or in general.

That being said, it takes a lot of points per night – so if you’re using or renting Disney Vacation Club Points (a more affordable way than booking through Disney directly), it is going to be one of if not the most expensive DVC Resort (depending on the time you visit).

2) Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Disney’s Contemporary Resort was also an Opening Day Disney World Resort (October 1st, 1971) – making it arguably as iconic as the Polynesian.

It is usually the most inexpensive Resort on the Monorail – though this is subject to change.

Theme and Atmosphere:

The name of this Resort is kind of misleading. Is it modern by 2024 standards? Not really. But it was modern by 1971 standards.

Despite this, it has a certain 1970s charm that many nostalgic Disney fans love (I wasn’t alive in the 1970s, but even I can appreciate the theming).

If you’re a fan of Mary Blair, you will love the Grand Canyon Concourse mural.

The coolest part of the Contemporary is that the Monorail goes inside the Main Tower. 

Some people think that makes it feel like a “train station”. I mean, it kind of does, but I think that’s what makes the Contemporary so special, unique and exciting!

It’s worth knowing that this is often a busy Resort, as many guests who aren’t staying here visit to dine or see the Monorail go through the Main Tower!

Accommodations:

Here are all the rooms/suites currently offered at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Please note that this is based on 2024 pricing (including tax and not including any potential discount):

• Garden Wing – Resort View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $572/night – $1,043/night
• Garden Wing – Water View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $578/night – $1,134/night
• Garden Wing – King (sleeps up to 3 guests): $681/night – $1,140/night
• Garden Wing – Deluxe Room (sleeps up to 4 guests): $688/night – $1,190/night
• Main Tower – Water View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $804/night – $1,284/night
• Main Tower – Theme Park View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $903/night – $1,423/night
• Resort View – Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,043/night – $1,665/night
• Resort View – King – Club Level (sleeps up to 2 guests): $1,045/night – $1,709/night
• Theme Park View – Atrium Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,100/night – $1,897/night
• Garden Wing – 1 Bedroom Suite Access (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,512/night – $2,818/night
• Garden Wing -1 Bedroom Hospitality Ste Access (sleeps up to 7 guests): $1,603/night – $3,004/night
• Water View – 1 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 6 guests): $1,972/night – $3,457/night
• Theme Park View 1 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 6 guests): $2,091/night – $3,879/night
• Water View – 2 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 8 guests): $2,879/night – $5,399/night
• Theme Park View 2 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 10 guests): $3,003/night – $5,523/night
• Theme Park View Presidential Suite Club Level (sleeps up to 10 guests): $3,405/night – $5,905/night

Dining:

One of the highlights of the Contemporary Resort is its many dining options.

California Grill, located atop the Resort, offers panoramic views of Magic Kingdom and a luxurious dining experience. Chef Mickey’s, a character dining restaurant, is a favourite among families. Contempo Café is a popular quick-service meal for a more inexpensive meal or snack. And there are many other dining options!

Recreation:

• There are 2 pools for guests staying at the Contemporary Resort: The Feature Pool and the Bay Lake Pool (the leisure pool).
• There is another pool, The Bay Cove Pool: The Feature Pool, which is exclusive to guests staying at Bay Lake Tower (more on this DVC tower later).
• Contemporary Resort Campfire – where you can roast marshmallows every night.
• Movies Under The Stars by the Contemporary Courtyard (on the lawn) on select nights.
• The Game Station – an arcade.
• Basketball court at Bay Lake Tower – open to guests staying at the Contemporary and Bay Lake Tower.
• Cabana rentals – this provides you with a private cabana around the Bay Pool.
• Fishing
• Motorized Boat Rentals (around Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon).
• Volleyball 
• Tennis court 
• Jogging Trails 
• Specialty Cruises – to watch the fireworks!
• Views of the Electrical Water Pageant (from the beach or boat pier).
• Olympiad Fitness Center

Transportation:

As well as having Monorail access when staying at the Contemporary, you can catch a bus to:

• Hollywood Studios
• Animal Kingdom
• Disney Springs
• (To get to the Water Parks, you usually have to go to Animal Kingdom or Disney Springs first and transfer to another bus – but this is subject to change, so be sure to check this before your visit).

Shopping:

Disney’s Contemporary Resort is home to three shops:

• Bayview Gifts
• Fantasia (these are the bigger shops).
• Fantasia Market (for food and spirits).

I can often find some more unique merchandise when shopping here, so if you like to shop on your Disney trips, make sure to check out these stores!

Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

In 2009, Bay Lake Tower opened as a new Disney Vacation Club Resort. Although it opened nearly four decades after the Contemporary Resort, it fits in beautifully (although I would argue that the building itself isn’t the most visually appealing – but it does have a 1970s charm – though it was built in the 21st century).

This is the least expensive of the DVC Resorts on the Monorail, so if you want to save points and stay on the Monorail, this is your best choice.

This is the only DVC Resort on the Monorail I haven’t stayed at (but I am staying here this year), and I think it could become my go-to DVC Monorail Resort, for this main reason.

Bay Lake Tower is also the only DVC Resort on the Monorail with a Community Hall – if this is important to you.

It is also the only DVC Monorail hotel with a pool exclusive to those staying in the DVC studios/villas.

Pricing at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

As this is a Disney Vacation Club property, here are the number of points (based on the 2024 points chart) it costs per night to stay at Bay Lake Tower:

• Deluxe Studio – Standard View (sleeps up to 4 guests): 13-29 points per night
• Deluxe Studio – Lake View (sleeps up to 4 guests): 16-32 points per night
• Deluxe Studio – Theme Park View (sleeps up to 4 guests): 18-38 points per night
• One-Bedroom Villa – Standard View (sleeps up to 5 guests): 24-56 points per night
• One-Bedroom Villa – Lake View (sleeps up to 5 guests): 29-62 points per night
• One-Bedroom Villa – Theme Park View (sleeps up to 5 guests): 35-75 points per night
• Two-Bedroom Villa – Standard View (sleeps up to 9 guests): 35-77 points per night
• Two-Bedroom Villa – Lake View (sleeps up to 9 guests): 38-84 points per night
• Two-Bedroom Villa – Theme Park View (sleeps up to 9 guests): 48-98 points per night
• Three-Bedroom Grand Villa – Lake View (sleeps up to 12 guests): 82-171 points per night
• Three-Bedroom Grand Villa – Theme Park View (sleeps up to 12 guests): 101-207 points per night

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3) Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa opened in 1988 (originally called the Grand Floridian Beach Resort).

This flagship Resort is the only on-site 5-star Disney World Resort – perfect if you’re looking for a lavish stay. Even Princess Diana, Prince William and Harry stayed here in 1993.

Theme and Atmosphere:

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa transports guests to a bygone era of Victorian luxury and elegance. 

From the impressive lobby (which is even more stunning at Christmas) to the beach with views of Cinderella Castle, this Resort is stunning.

Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or even get married, Grand Floridian is the perfect Resort (though the new Polynesian Tower is making the Wedding Pavillion a less appealing location).

Accommodations:

Here are all the rooms/suites currently offered at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Please note that this is based on 2024 pricing (including tax and not including any potential discount):

• Resort View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $824/night – $1,350/night
• Water View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $838/night – $1,438/night
• Theme Park View (sleeps up to 5 guests): $964/night – $1,721/night
• Resort View – Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,303/night – $2,332/night
• Deluxe Room – Club Level (sleeps up to 4 guests): $1,357/night – $2,523/night
• Deluxe King Room – Club Level (sleeps up to 3 guests): $1,367/night – $2,535/night
• Theme Park View – Club Level (sleeps up to 5 guests): $1,473/night – $2,662/night
• 1 Bedroom Suite – Club Level Access (sleeps up to 6 guests): $1,767/night – $3,457/night
• 1 BR – Theme Park View – Club Level Access (sleeps up to 4 guests): $1,785/night – $3,476/night
• Sugarloaf Bldg – 1 BR Ste – Club Level Access (sleeps up to 6 guests): $1,920/night – $3,665/night
• 1 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 6 guests): $2,056/night – $3,871/night
• Victorian Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 4 guests): $2,490/night – $4,070/night
• 2 Bedroom Suite – Club Level Access (sleeps up to 8 guests): $2,796/night – $4,983/night
• Sugarloaf Bldg – 2 BR Ste – Club Level Access (sleeps up to 8 guests): $3,067/night – $5,134/night
• 2 BR – Theme Park View – Club Level Access (sleeps up to 6 guests): $3,097/night – $5,546/night
• 2 Bedroom Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 8 guests): $3,136/night – $5,604/night
• Disney Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 4 guests): $3,267/night – $5,660/night
• Grand Suite – Club Level (sleeps up to 4 guests): $3,470/night – $5,808/night

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Dining:

Home to some of Disney’s most renowned dining establishments, the Grand Floridian boasts exquisite culinary experiences. Citricos and Victoria & Albert’s offers fine dining (the pre-fixe menu at Victoria & Albert’s BEGINS AT $295 per guest), while the Grand Floridian Café provides a more casual atmosphere. 

Gasparilla Island Grill is also a wonderful quick-service location.

And there are many more dining and bar options here.

Recreation:

• There are 2 pools at the Grand Floridian: 1) Beach Pool (the feature pool) and 2) Courtyard Pool (the leisure pool).

• Grand Floridian Campfire Activities – you can roast marshmallows on Grand Floridian Beach every evening.
• Movies Under The Stars at the Summerhouse on select evenings.
• The Grand Floridian Spa.
• Poolside Cabanas Rentals at the Beach Pool.
• Motorized Boat Rentals around the lagoon.
• Fishing.
• Specialty Cruises (i.e. the Fireworks Cruise).
• Arcadia Games – the arcade at the Grand Floridian.
• Basketball Court.
• Electrical Water Pageant 

• Health Club (Gym/Fitness Center).

Transportation:

The Monorail is the main “transportation perk” of this Disney World Monorail hotel (as the title states), but you can catch a bus to:

• Hollywood Studios
• Animal Kingdom
• Disney Springs
• (To get to the Water Parks, you usually have to go to Animal Kingdom or Disney Springs first and transfer to another bus – but this is subject to change, so be sure to check this before your visit).

You can also catch a water taxi to Magic Kingdom.

Shopping:

Grand Floridian is home to a plethora of incredible shops:

• Basin White – for mainly bath bombs and body butters/scrubs etc.