Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

1 October 2024 by Steve Bell Leave a Comment

Walt Disney World’s  BoardWalk Resort represents Atlantic City (before the casinos) and the East Coast in general from the 1930s era.

Note: This Walt Disney World Resort has a co-located DVC section.

Behind the resort buildings is an actual BoardWalk like the famous one in Atlantic City. Along it you’ll find restaurants, shops, and clubs. During the evening street performers will be on hand to entertain you.

The BoardWalk and other resorts in the area are conveniently located between Epcot’s World Showcase and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Both are accessible by walking or Disney watercraft.

The BoardWalk

The BoardWalk Villas, a Disney Vacation Club property is collocated with the BoardWalk Resort and they share all facilities.

There is also a Convention Center located at this resort.

Guest Rooms

Standard rooms offer 2 queen beds (a crib may be requested for children under 3). The Deluxe Resorts all have room entry doors from an interior hallway.

Guest rooms have a cool tranquil palate with New Jersey Board Walk evoking artwork.

Deluxe Resorts offer a table and two chairs or a desk and chair, dresser, TV, small fridge, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, and small safe. The bathroom proper is separated from the double sink vanity area.

• Resort View: $667 – $1152 – sleeps up to 5 with 2 queen beds and 1 day bed or 1 king bed or 2 queen beds or 1 king bed and 1 day bed. Views of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Gardens, Leisure Pool or Parking Area.
• Water View: $807 – $1235 – sleeps up to 5 with 2 queen beds and 1 day bed or 1 king bed or 2 queen beds or 1 king bed and 1 day bed. Views of Disney’s BoardWalk or Crescent Lake.
• Resort View Club Level: $952 – $1598 – sleeps up to 5 with 2 queen beds and 1 day bed or 1 king bed or 2 queen beds or 1 king bed and 1 day bed. Views of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Courtyard Leisure Pool.
• Deluxe Room Club Level: $1148 – $1954 – sleeps up to 6 with 2 queen beds and 1 queen-size sleeper sofa. Views of Disney’s BoardWalk.
• Outer Building Garden Room Club Level: $2232 – $3807 – Sleeps up to 8. Views of Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Gardens or Leisure Pool.

Listed nightly prices are for 2025 and include sales tax and are rounded to the nearest dollar. They do not factor in any military discount as these are based on availability. Prices listed subject to change by Disney.

Dining

Flying Fish Café – D $$$ – Table Service – The menu includes Fish of the Day, Grilled Steak, Potato-Wrapped Snapper, and Florida Rock Shrimp.

Trattoria al Forno – BD $$ – Table Service – Mediterranean food, Lasagna, Lamb Shank, Braised Beef Bolognese, and Chicken Parm are a few of the entrees.

The Cake Bake Shop Restaurant by Gwendolyn Rogers – BD $$$ – Table Service – is the BoardWalk’s newest restaurant. Discover an array of sensational dishes and desserts—along with afternoon tea—in this beautiful table-service dining room and bar. Takeout is also available!

BoardWalk Bakery – BLD $ – Quick Service – Bakery items, Sandwiches (breakfast and others), and Grab and Go Items.

AbracadaBar – S $$ – The magic-themed cocktail bar located next to Trattoria al Forno, is a great place to wait on your Advance Dining Reservation. “Curious Cocktails, Worldly Wines, Baffling Beers, and Ciders” are served up by a wait staff who perform magic tricks.

The Belle Vue Lounge – B$ – Quick Service – Step into this quaint 1930s-style sitting room where radios play programs from the era. In the evening, enjoy a cocktail in a comfy chair or on the verandah. A continental breakfast is served here mornings.

Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs – S$ – Quick Service – Classic corn dogs and crazy twists on the traditional as well as cotton candy.

BoardWalk Deli – S$ – Quick Service – This counter service location offers overstuffed sandwiches, deli favorites, and Disney bakery items.

BoardWalk Pizza Window – S$ – Quick Service – Grab a slice or a whole pie, and sit at the nearby tables and chairs overlooking Crescent Lake. Italian Salads are also available.

BoardWalk Ice Cream – S$ – Quick Service – Features ice cream and sundaes to go. Enjoy menu items such as the Shore-Side Sundae with SNICKERS®, Bay-Side Brownie a la Mode, and the Strawberry Splash Shortcake

BoardWalk Joes Marvelous Margaritas – S$ – Quick Service – Margaritas and snacks.

Pizza Delivery

Room Service

Leaping Horse Libations is located by the main pool

Features

Three Pools

Main Pool with Water Slide – Clown around at the carnival-themed Luna Park Pool. Glide down the Keister Coaster waterslide, cool off under the spouting trunks of grinning elephant statues and sink into the whirlpool spa.

Two Quiet Pools – For a more tranquil experience, relax at 2 all-ages leisure pools—each with a whirlpool spa.

Kiddy Pool – Children can even splash about in their own Kiddy pool.

Hot Tubs – There are hot tubs at all pools.

BoardWalk Campfire Activities – Gather ‘round as the sun goes down for old-fashioned family fun as you roast marshmallows by a crackling fire.

Movies Under the Stars – Watch a favorite Disney film by the Ferris W. Eahlers Community Hall when night falls.

Bike and Surrey Bike Rentals – Breeze down Disney’s BoardWalk on a bicycle from the Community Hall.

Fishing – Enjoy a guided bass fishing excursion—perfect for amateur wranglers and seasoned fishermen alike.

Arcade – Side Show Games Arcade – Discover action-packed video games at this lively arcade near the Luna Park Pool.

Playground – children can climb, slide and have a ball at the Luna Park Crazy Play Area.

Jogging Trail – Your pick of several jogging paths, including a loop around Crescent Lake.

Guest Laundry – Enjoy a 24-hour self-service laundry room near the 3rd-floor elevators, as well as dry-cleaning and valet laundry services.

Fitness Center – Pump it up at Muscles & Bustles Health Club—a full-service facility with workout equipment, massages and more.

Business Center – Ship packages—plus print, copy and fax documents—at the Business Center inside the Conference Center.

Location

An EPCOT Area Resort

Located on Crescent Lake right next to the International Gateway entrance to EPCOT, The BoardWalk Inn is one of The Best Disney Resorts for EPCOT Fans, and one of The Best Disney Resorts for Hollywood Studios Fans.

Transportation

Bus transportation is available to all Disney World guest areas except Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

Boat Transportation to: Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resorts, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts, Epcot’s International Gateway, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

The BoardWalk is walking distance to Epcot’s International Gateway  and Hollywood Studios just a little farther in the opposite direction.

At Epcot’s International Gateway you can board the Disney Skyliner for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the Riviera, Caribbean Beach, Pop Century, and Art of Animation Resorts.

You should be aware that after boarding the Skyliner here, you will have to get off at the Caribbean Beach Station and get into a long line to board the route going to Hollywood Studios.

You can also walk to Epcot’s International Gateway (0.25 mi) and Hollywood Studios (1.15 mi) from the Swan and Dolphin.

Parking Fees

Overnight Parking is free at the Disney World Deluxes.

Valet service is offered at Disney Deluxe and Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts. Upon your arrival, please check with the Security Host for parking options. Valet service is $42 per night (plus tax).

Our Thoughts

BoardWalk is our second favorite Epcot Deluxe Resort. The walk is just a little longer than that at the Beach Club (our favorite) and reservations with a Disney Armed Forces Salute Discount seem to be less available here.

We love walking along the boardwalk especially in the evening when the “street” performers are out.

Disney’s BoardWalk Street Performer

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