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Disney’s Riviera Resort

Essential guide to Disney’s Riviera Resort. Everything you need to know.


Disney’s Riviera Resort

Discover the Charm of Disney's Riviera Resort
Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of the Mediterranean with a stay at Disney's Riviera Resort. Nestled amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, this picturesque haven transports you to the European Riviera.
As you step into the grand lobby of Disney’s Riviera Resort, adorned with beautiful murals capturing the artistic heritage of the region, you'll be greeted with warm hospitality and a sense of old-world elegance. The chic and sophisticated ambiance of the resort is beautifully complemented by stunning Riviera-inspired architecture and lush gardens that evoke a sense of relaxation and tranquility.

Disney's Riviera Resort at Walt Disney World
Disney's Riviera Resort Lobby

What makes it great

  • Located on Disney Skyliner to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios

  • Close to Epcot

  • Studios and villa-style accommodations

  • Not as spread out as other Disney resorts so there’s less walking to dining, transportation, and pools.

Rooms

Riviera Resort is an all-villa resort, there are no traditional hotel rooms here. Studios are the closest match to a hotel room but include a kitchenette. This resort caters to Disney Vacation Club members, Disney’s version of a time-share program, however, non-members are welcome to book here as well.

Room Categories

  • Tower Studio - 1 Queen-Size Pull-down Bed - Sleeps 2

  • Deluxe Studio - 1 King-Size Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull-down Bed, 1 Bunk-Sized Pull-down Bed - Sleeps 5

    One Bedroom 1 King-Size Bed, 1 Queen-Size Pull-down Bed, 1 Bunk-Sized Pull down Bed - Sleeps 5

    Two Bedroom - 1 King-Size Bed, 2 Queen-Size Beds, 1 Queen-Size Pull-down Bed, 1 Bunk-Sized Pull-down Bed - Sleeps 9

    Grand Villa - 1 King-Size Bed, 4 Queen-Size Beds, 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa- Sleeps 12


    1 Bedroom Villa Tour

Deluxe Studio Tour


2-Person Studios

  • Toaster

  • Paper plates and bowls, plastic utensils

  • Microwave

  • Bathroom with a walk in shower

  • Coffee maker

  • Private Porch or Balcony

  • Built in desk

  • Wireless Internet Access

  • Iron & Ironing Board

  • Small Refrigerator

Deluxe Studios

  • Wet bar

  • Split bathroom with a shower/tub combination on one side and a walk in shower on the other

  • Toaster

  • Paper plates and bowls, plastic utensils

  • Microwave

  • Wireless Internet Access

  • Hairdryer

  • Private Porch or Balcony

  • Kitchenette

  • Iron & Ironing Board

  • Coffee maker

  • Small Refrigerator

  • Flat panel TV

1 Bedroom Villas

  • Oven

  • Bathroom with bubble-jet tub and walk in shower

  • Toaster

  • Wireless Internet Access

  • Microwave

  • Private Porch or Balcony

  • Hairdryer

  • Stacked washer & dryer

  • Dishwasher

  • Fully Equipped Kitchen

  • Coffee maker

  • Iron & Ironing Board

  • 2 Flat-Panel TVs

2 Bedroom Villas

Oven

  • Master Bathroom with bubble-jet tub and walk in shower

  • Toaster

  • 2 Bathrooms (Master and Guest)

  • Microwave

  • Private Porch or Balcony

  • Hairdryer

  • Wireless Internet Access

  • Dishwasher

  • Stacked washer & dryer

  • Coffee maker

  • Fully Equipped Kitchen

  • 3 Flat Panel TVs

  • Iron & Ironing Board

3 Bedroom Villas

  • Oven

  • Master Bathroom with bubble-jet tub and walk in shower

  • Toaster

  • Private Porch or Balcony

  • Microwave

  • Wireless Internet Access

  • Dishwasher

  • Fully Equipped Kitchen

  • Hair Dryer

  • Stacked washer & dryer

  • Coffee maker

  • Iron & Ironing Board

  • 4 Flat Panel TVs

  • 3 Full Bathrooms


Club Level


Hotel Services

  • Laundry and Dry Cleaning

  • Bell Services

  • Meeting Space

  • Business Center

  • Online Check-in

  • 24-hour front desk

  • Vacation planning services

  • Free overnight parking

  • Free theme park parking

  • Disney gift shop

  • Grab-and-go pantry

  • Daily housekeeping

  • Airport shuttle (additional cost)

  • Non-smoking hotel

Pool and recreation

Bocce ball court

Athlétique Fitness Center

Riviera Pool - Picturesque pool, complete with its own pool slide that winds around a stately column tower.

S’il Vous Play - A public fountain-themed kids interactive water feature featuring characters from Fantasia.

Beau Soleil Pool - Leisure Pool, Activity lawn, Chess lawn, and Fire Pit.

Dining Options

SIGNATURE TABLE-SERVICE DINING

Topolino’s Terrace-Flavors of the Riviera – Signature dining location inspired by the cliffside restaurants of the Riviera and located on the top floor, featuring stunning views of the nighttime spectaculars.

QUICK-SERVICE DINING

Primo Piatto – Grab & Go Bakery with a variety of delectable foods and beverages.

OTHER DINING OPTIONS Le Petit Café – Lobby locale providing an array of coffees, lattes, and desserts. The café transforms into a wine bar in the evening.

Bar Riva – Pool bar & Grill with Poolside Service with burgers, sandwiches, salads, and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Disney Skyliner at Disney's Riviera Resort

Theme Park Transportation

Bus Approximate Travel Times

  • Magic Kingdom - 48 minutes

  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park - 48 minutes

Skyliner Approximate Travel Times

  • Epcot - 11 minutes

  • Disney’s Hollywood Studios - 19 minutes

Approximate travel time includes waiting for the bus to arrive at the resort and travel time.

 

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Details on Topolino’s Terrace Coming to Walt Disney World

Topolino’s Terrace coming to Disney’s Riviera Resort at Walt Disney World.

Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera, will be a new signature rooftop restaurant at Disney’s Riviera Resort offering 2 special experiences: a character breakfast and views of evening fireworks.

Topolino’s Terrace will be a Disney signature restaurant where you can dine indoors and then step out onto the terrace for a view of the resort down below and if you can time it right, view the fireworks of the nearby nighttime spectaculars at Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Guests can start their morning off with an exclusive Disney character dining experience inspired by the Riviera.

Stay tuned for more information on this exciting opportunity!

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