Disney World Vacation Discounts, Specials,
Packages, and Resort Rooms
Ultimate Christmastime Package
Celebrate Christmas with exclusive access to attractions, events, special dining opportunities, and more!
Enjoy a 5-night stay at select Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa hotels, along with 4-day theme park tickets with Park Hopper option, plus the following special yuletide offerings:
Nighttime Access to Toy Story Land on 12/17/18 - Enjoy the newest land in Disney's Hollywood Studios!
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party on 12/18/18 - The package includes a ticket for this holiday party at the Magic Kingdom!
Nighttime Access to Animal Kingdom on 12/19/18 - Enjoy access to select Animal Kingdom attractions, including Flight of Passage, Na'vi River Journey, Expedition Everest, and DINOSAUR. Also, enjoy a special showing of Rivers of Light.
Early Morning Access to World of Disney/Christmas Tree Trail on 12/20/18 - Visit World of Disney in Disney Springs before it opens, then visit this year's Christmas Tree Trail and enjoy hot chocolate and Cotton Candy.
Holiday Themed Dinner Event at Epcot on 12/21/18 - Have dinner at a holiday-themed buffet in World ShowPlace Events Pavilion.
In addition to all of the special offerings, don't miss "A Frozen Holiday Wish" at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays, and "Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!"
at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
With this package, a family of four could stay in a garden view room at Disney's Port Orleans Resort-Riverside starting at $175 per person per night. A total price of $3,500 for this very special package.
- Booking Dates: October 22 - December 2, 2018
- Travel Dates: Stay December 17 - December 22, 2018
Other sample pricing:
Sample Resorts |
Sample Package |
Valid Travel Dates |
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort |
Starting at $3,777 |
12/17/18-12/22/18 |
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge |
Starting at $4,507 |
12/17/18-12/22/18 |
Disney’s Beach Club Resort |
Starting at $5,022 |
12/17/18-12/22/18 |
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa |
Starting at $5,937 |
12/17/18-12/22/18 |
*Sample package price based on 2 adults, 1 junior (ages 10 to 17) and 1 child (ages 3 to 9). The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Theme Park admission is required to attend Theme Park events included in this package. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must occur on or before December 31, 2019. Special event ticket to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only valid on 12/18/18. All Guests in the same room must be on the same package. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes 3-bedroom villas, Copper Creek Villas – Cabins, Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows.
Celebrate the Joy of the Holidays Together with a Magical Room and Ticket Package
The holiday season is a great time to take a family vacation at Walt Disney World Resort. As a family, you can explore exciting classic, new and limited-time experiences across all 4 theme parks including – Sunset Season's Greetings at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, the classic Festival of the Lion King at Disney's Animal Kingdom – and still be among the first to visit the all-new Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
With this offer, guests can enjoy a vacation package that includes a 4-night stay in a standard room at a select Disney's All-Star Resort and 4-day Magic Your Way base tickets for just $2,125. Sample package price is valid for a family of 4 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from October 8 through December 13, 2018.
- Book By: December 24, 2018
- Travel Dates: Stays most Sunday - Thursday nights from October 8 - November 16 and November 24 - December 13, 2018
Sample Resorts |
Sample Package |
Valid Travel Dates |
Disney’s All-Star Resort hotels |
Starting at $2,125 |
Mon-Thurs |
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort |
Starting at $2,535 |
Mon-Thurs |
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge |
Starting at $2,871 |
Mon-Thurs |
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa |
Starting at $2,990 |
Mon-Thurs |
Planning a longer stay or have more people in your party? Ask an agent to check availability for packages that can accommodate other lengths of stay and party sizes.
*Sample package price based on 2 adults, 1 junior (ages 10 to 17) and 1 child (ages 3 to 9). The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets are valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must occur on or before December 31, 2019. All Guests in the same room must be on the same package. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes 3-bedroom villas, campsites, the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Copper Creek Villas – Cabins, Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows – Bungalows, Disney's Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard Room.
Kid-Sized Magical Holidays Package
Bring Your Little Ones Comfort and Joy with a Kid-Size Magical Holidays Vacation Package
Walt Disney World Resort is absolutely brimming with holiday cheer during the fall and holidays seasons, making it the perfect time of year to go on an awe-inspiring escape.
With this offer, guests can enjoy a package that includes a 3-night stay in a standard room at a select Disney's All-Star Resort and 2-day Magic Your Way base tickets for just $1,053. Sample package price is valid for a family of 3 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from October 8 through December 13, 2018.
- Book By: December 24, 2018
- Travel Dates: Stays most Sunday - Thursday nights from October 8 - November 16 and November 24 - December 13, 2018
Sample Resorts |
Sample Package |
Valid Travel Dates |
Disney’s All-Star Resort hotels |
Starting at $1,053 |
Mon-Thurs |
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort |
Starting at $1,361 |
Mon-Thurs |
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge |
Starting at $1,610 |
Mon-Thurs |
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa |
Starting at $1,699 |
Mon-Thurs |
Planning a longer stay or have more people in your party? Ask an agent to check availability for packages that can accommodate other lengths of stay and party sizes.
*Sample package price based on 2 adults and 1 child (ages 3 to 9). The number of rooms allocated at this rate is limited. Tickets are valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must occur on or before December 31, 2019. All Guests in the same room must be on the same package. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes 3-bedroom villas, campsites, the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Copper Creek Villas – Cabins, Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows – Bungalows, Disney's Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard Room.
Play, Stay, Dine and Save in the Middle of the Magic with this Vacation-Ready Package
A family of 4 can play, stay, dine, and save up to $500 on a 5-night/6-day room, Magic Your Way ticket and dining plan package at a select Disney Resort hotel.
View sample rates based on a 5-night stay in a standard room or studio with 6-day Magic Your Way base tickets for a family of 4—based on 2 adults, 1 junior (ages 10 to 17) and 1 child (ages 3 to 9) — within the chart below.
- Book By: January 2, 2019
- Travel Dates: Stays most nights January 1 - March 9, 2019
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Resort Category |
Save on Stays Most Nights |
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Select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts |
Save Up to $500 USD Arrivals most nights 1/1/19 – 3/9/19 |
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Sample 5-Night/6-Day Package Savings |
Includes |
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| Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows – Studios Only Disney's Boardwalk Villas Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney's Beach Club Villas Disney's Old Key West Resort Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Copper Creek Villas & Cabins – Villas only |
Save up to $500 USD |
Room, Multi-Day Base Ticket and the Disney Dining Plan |
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Select Disney Deluxe Resorts |
Save Up to $600 USD Arrivals most nights 1/1/19 – 3/9/19 |
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Sample 5-Night/6-Day Package Savings |
Includes |
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| Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa |
Save up to $600 USD |
Room, Multi-Day Base Ticket and the Disney Dining Plan |
| Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney's Beach Club Resort Disney's Boardwalk Inn Disney's Contemporary Resort Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Disney's Wilderness Lodge Disney's Yacht Club Resort |
Save up to $500 USD |
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Select Disney Moderate Resorts |
Save Up to $500 USD Arrivals most nights 1/1/19 – 3/9/19 |
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Sample 5-Night/6-Day Package Savings |
Includes |
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| The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Disney's Coronado Springs Resort Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside |
Save up to $500 USD |
Room, Multi-Day Base Ticket and the Disney Dining Plan |
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Select Disney Value Resorts |
Save Up to $300 USD Arrivals most nights 1/1/19 – 3/9/19 |
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Sample 5-Night/6-Day Package Savings |
Includes |
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| Disney's All-Star Movies Resort Disney's All-Star Music Resort Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Disney's Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites Only Disney's Pop Century Resort |
Save up to $300 USD |
Room, Multi-Day Base Ticket and the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan |
Savings is based on the non-discounted price for the same package. Everyone in the same room must be on the same package. Base tickets are valid at one theme park per day and all tickets and options must be used within 14 days of first use which must occur on or before December 31, 2019.
Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
Create Lasting Memories & Save With This Magical Room and Ticket Package
With this offer, a family of 4 can enjoy a package that includes a 4-night stay in a standard room at a select Disney’s All-Star Resort and 4-day Magic Your Way base tickets for as low as $2,145. Sample package price is valid for stays most nights January 2 through February 14, February 24 through March 7, and March 24 through April 5, 2019.
Kick off the new year with an amazing vacation at Walt Disney World Resort and get ready for a special treat! Beginning January 18, 2018, guests can experience new Mickey-themed surprises at Magic Kingdom park, new Pixar fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and a returning fan-favorite Festival at Epcot.
Guests who are planning a longer stay or have more people in their party can check availability for packages that can accommodate other lengths of stay and party sizes as well; just ask your Travel Agent.
Book by: January 2, 2019
Sample rates below are based on a 4-night stay in a standard room for a family of 4—made up of 2 adults and 1 junior (ages 10 to 17) and 1 child (ages 3-9) —with 4-day Magic Your Way base tickets. Prices below are valid for travel most nights January 2 through February 14, February 24 through March 7, and March 24 through April 5, 2019.
Disney Resort Hotels |
Sample Package Prices |
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Disney's All-Star Resort hotels |
Starting at $2,145 |
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Disney's Coronado Springs Resort |
Starting at $2,418 |
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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge |
Starting at $3,025 |
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Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa |
Starting at $2,999 |
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The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets are valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must occur on or before December 31, 2019. All Guests in the same room must be on the same package.
Brighten Up Your Winter with the Perfect Kid-Size Vacation Package
Now more than ever is the perfect time to create enchanting moments for your little one when you stay in the middle of the magic at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel.
For as low as $995, a family of 3 can enjoy a package that includes a 3-night stay in a standard room at a Disney’s All-Star Resort hotel and 2-day Magic Your Way base tickets. Sample package price is valid for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights January 6 through February 13, 2019, when you book through January 2, 2019.
Guests who are planning a longer stay or have more people in their party can check availability for packages that can accommodate other lengths of stay and party sizes as well; just ask your Travel Agent.
Sample rates below based on a 3-night stay in a standard room for a family of 3—made up of 2 adults and 1 child (ages 3 to 9)—with 2-day Magic Your Way base tickets. Prices below are valid for travel most Sunday through Thursday nights January 6 through February 13, 2019.
Disney Resort Hotels |
Sample Package Prices |
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Disney's All-Star Resort hotels |
Starting at $995 |
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Disney's Coronado Springs Resort |
Starting at $1,194 |
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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge |
Starting at $1,574 |
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Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa |
Starting at $1,582 |
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Price based on 2 adults and 1 child (ages 3 to 9). The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets are valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must occur on or before December 31, 2019. All Guests in the same room must be on the same package.
There are currently no package discounts available for Disney Visa cardholders.
There are currently no package discounts available for Florida residents.
There are currently no package discounts available for Canadian residents.
Celebrate Fall and Holiday Excitement - Save up to 20%!!
Save up to 20% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays when you:
This special offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed below. View the chart to explore savings within each Resort Category.
- Book By: December 24, 2018
- Travel Dates: November 11 - December 24, 2018.
Select Disney Deluxe Villas |
Save up to 20% |
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For stays most nights 11/11/18 – 12/24/18 |
Copper Creek Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge |
20% |
Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge |
10% |
Select Disney Deluxe Resorts |
Save up to 20% |
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For stays most nights 11/11/18 – 12/24/18 |
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge |
20% |
Disney's Contemporary Resort |
10% |
Select Disney Moderate Resorts |
Save up to 15% |
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For stays most nights 11/11/18 – 12/24/18 |
The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort |
15% |
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter |
10% |
Select Disney Value Resorts |
Save up to 10% |
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For stays most nights 11/11/18 – 12/24/18 |
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort |
10% |
The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Length of stay requirements may apply. Additional per adult charges may apply if there are more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney's Art of Animation Resort and Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
Give the Gift of a Magical Stay and Save Up to 25% on Rooms!!
There are so many unique and exciting things happening at all 4 theme parks in the new year making right now the best time to book your 2019 getaway. Guests who add valid theme park admission to this discounted room offer will be able to play big in Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios, soak up a variety of new, limited-time experiences at Magic Kingdom, and explore the ultimate celebration of food, art and entertainment at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts.
- Book By: January 2, 2019
- Travel Dates: January 1 - April 27, 2019
Resort Category |
Resort Savings |
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Select Disney Deluxe Villas |
Save up to 25% |
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For stays most nights 1/1/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 1/2/19 |
For stays most nights 1/3/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 4/27/19 |
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| Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s Boardwalk Villas Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa |
25% |
20% |
| Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows – Studios Only | 10% |
10% |
Select Disney Deluxe Resorts |
Save up to 25% |
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For stays most nights 1/1/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 1/2/19 |
For stays most nights 1/3/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 4/27/19 |
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| Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Yacht Club Resort |
25% |
20% |
| Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Wilderness Lodge |
10% |
10% |
Select Disney Moderate Resorts |
Save up to 20% |
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For stays most Sunday through Thursday nights 1/1/19 – 2/14/19 and stays most nights 2/17/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 1/2/19 |
For stays most Sunday through Thursday nights 1/3/19 – 2/14/19 and stays most nights 2/17/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 4/27/19 |
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| The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort |
20% |
15% |
| Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside |
10% |
10% |
Select Disney Value Resort Hotels |
Save up to 15% |
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For stays most Sunday through Thursday nights 1/1/19 – 2/14/19 and stays most nights 2/17/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 1/2/19 |
For stays most Sunday through Thursday nights 1/3/19 – 2/14/19 and stays most nights 2/17/19 – 4/27/19 when you book through 4/27/19 |
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| Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Pop Century Resort Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites only |
15% |
10% |
The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Length of stay requirements may apply. Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney's Art of Animation Resort and Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
Disney Visa Cardmembers Can Save Up to 35% with the Gift of Magic Room Offer!
Disney Visa Cardmembers can take advantage of saving up to 35% on Walt Disney World Resort hotel rooms this Winter.
- Book by January 2, 2019: Save up to 35%
- Book by April 27, 2019: Save up to 30%
- Travel Dates: Most nights from January 1 - April 27, 2019.
Important Details:
- The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited.
- Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room.
- Additional per adult charges may apply if there are more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate, Deluxe, and Deluxe Villa Resorts.
- Advance reservations required.
- Must use a valid Disney® Visa® Card or Disney Rewards Redemption Card to pay the deposit.
- Disney® Visa® Cardmember must stay in the room.
- Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
- Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.
- Valid admission is required and not included in this offer to enjoy the theme parks.
Florida Residents Can Delight in a Fall or Holiday Staycation with Great Rates at Select Disney Resort Hotels
Walt Disney World Resort is chock-full of unique ways to celebrate! When guests add valid theme park admission to their stay, they can savor popular events like the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party on select nights this fall (separate special event ticket is also required), or Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party on select nights this winter (separate special event ticket is also required). Plus, this season is extra exciting since guests can now experience the NEW Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios!
- Book By: December 25, 2018
- Travel Dates: Most nights now - December 25, 2018.
*Savings based on the non-discounted price a non-Florida Resident pays for the same room. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length of stay requirements may apply. Valid admission is required to enjoy theme parks and special events and is not included in this offer. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney's Art of Animation Resort and Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Proof of Florida residency required at check-in.
Florida Residents Can Spring into 2019 with Great Rates at Select Disney Resort Hotels
Florida Residents can take advantage of great rates as low as $79* per night, plus tax in a standard room at a select Disney’s All-Star Resort for stays most Monday through Wednesday nights January 7 – February 13, 2019. This offer can be booked now through April 27, 2019.
Resort |
Sample Prices |
Sample Prices |
Sample Prices |
Disney's All-Star Resort hotels |
$79 |
$102 |
$102 |
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort |
$139 |
$161 |
$161 |
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge |
$243 |
$284 |
$284 |
- Book By: April 27, 2019
- Travel Dates: Most Monday through Wednesday nights January 7 – February 13, 2019
*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Additional per adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate, and Deluxe Resorts and Studios at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom Grand Villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Proof of Florida residency required at check-in.
Passholders Can Stay During the Most Magical Time of Year and Delight in Special Room-Only Rates
Annual Passholders can enjoy a stay right in the middle of the holiday magic with special Passholder rates as low as $95 per night, plus tax for a stay in a standard room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort most Monday through Wednesday nights November 5 through November 14 and November 26 through December 5, 2018. Additional Passholder rates available through December 25, 2018.
- Book By: December 25, 2018
Resort |
Sample Price |
Valid Dates |
Disney's Pop Century Resort |
$95 |
Most Mon-Wed Nights |
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort |
$145 |
Most Mon-Wed Nights |
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge |
$229 |
Most Sun-Thurs Nights |
* Advance reservations are required. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Passholder must present a valid Walt Disney World Pass at check-in. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length of stay requirements may apply. Additional per adult charges may apply if there are more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Valid admission is required to enjoy theme parks and special events and is not included in this offer.
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Members of the U.S. Military can enjoy great rates at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights through December 19, 2018.
Book by December 19, 2018. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length of stay requirements may apply. Valid Military ID will be required upon check-in and military member (or spouse) must stay in the room. This offer is for active and retired U.S. military personnel.
Members of the U.S. Military can enjoy great rates at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights January 1 through April 13 and April 26 through December 19, 2019.
Book by December 19, 2019. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length of stay requirements may apply. Valid Military ID will be required upon check-in and military member (or spouse) must stay in the room. This offer is for active and retired U.S. military personnel.
