{"id":40730,"date":"2026-04-29T06:00:22","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T10:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=40730"},"modified":"2026-04-26T14:48:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T18:48:54","slug":"epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/","title":{"rendered":"EPCOT Resort Area Hotels (Best Disney World Resorts Near EPCOT)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">29 April 2026<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span> <span class=\"entry-comments-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#respond\">Leave a Comment<\/a><\/span> <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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flexible, and food-focused place to stay at Walt Disney World.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Quick_Facts_About_the_EPCOT_Resort_Area\" >Quick Facts About the EPCOT Resort Area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Location_Overview\" >Location Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Transportation_The_Most_Flexible_Area_at_Disney_World\" >Transportation: The Most Flexible Area at Disney World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#The_Resorts_By_Location_Type\" >The Resorts (By Location Type)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Walkable_Deluxe_Resorts_Crescent_Lake\" >Walkable Deluxe Resorts (Crescent Lake)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Non-Disney_Deluxe_Alternatives\" >Non-Disney Deluxe Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Skyliner_Resorts_Nearby_Not_Walkable\" >Skyliner Resorts (Nearby, Not Walkable)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Who_Should_Stay_in_the_EPCOT_Resort_Area\" >Who Should Stay in the EPCOT Resort Area?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Military_Discount_Considerations\" >Military Discount Considerations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/epcot-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-epcot\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_walkable_flexible_and_food-focused_place_to_stay_at_Walt_Disney_World\"><\/span>The most walkable, flexible, and food-focused place to stay at Walt Disney World.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If EPCOT is a big part of your Walt Disney World trip\u2014or you just love great food, drinks, and a more relaxed atmosphere\u2014the EPCOT Resort Area is one of the best places you can stay.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EPCOT-from-Swan-Reserve.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EPCOT-from-Swan-Reserve.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EPCOT-from-Swan-Reserve.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EPCOT-from-Swan-Reserve-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/EPCOT-from-Swan-Reserve-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This area offers something no other part of Disney property can match: the ability to walk straight into EPCOT and even over to Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios.<\/p>\n<p>But not every \u201cEPCOT-area\u201d resort offers the same level of convenience. Some are steps away. Others rely on Skyliner or boats.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s break it all down so you can choose the right fit for your trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Facts_About_the_EPCOT_Resort_Area\"><\/span>Quick Facts About the EPCOT Resort Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BoardWalk-Resort-Area-and-Crescent-Lake-Friendships.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BoardWalk-Resort-Area-and-Crescent-Lake-Friendships.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BoardWalk-Resort-Area-and-Crescent-Lake-Friendships.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BoardWalk-Resort-Area-and-Crescent-Lake-Friendships-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BoardWalk-Resort-Area-and-Crescent-Lake-Friendships-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Between EPCOT and Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios (Crescent Lake area)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resorts:<\/strong> Yacht Club, Beach Club, BoardWalk Inn, Swan, Dolphin, Swan Reserve, Caribbean Beach, Riviera, Pop Century, Art of Animation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resort Categories:<\/strong> Deluxe, Moderate, Value<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transportation:<\/strong> Walking paths, Skyliner, boats, buses<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best For:<\/strong> EPCOT access, dining, festivals, walkability<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eligible for Military Discounts:<\/strong> Yes (Disney-owned resorts; Swan &amp; Dolphin offer separate military rates)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_Overview\"><\/span>Location Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The EPCOT Resort Area sits around Crescent Lake, positioned directly between EPCOT\u2019s International Gateway entrance and Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios, and along the Disney Skyliner gondola line.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23980\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Epcot-International-Gateway-from-Disney-Skyliner.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23980\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23980\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Epcot-International-Gateway-from-Disney-Skyliner.jpg\" alt=\"EPCOT's International Gateway from the Disney Skyliner\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Epcot-International-Gateway-from-Disney-Skyliner.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Epcot-International-Gateway-from-Disney-Skyliner-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Epcot-International-Gateway-from-Disney-Skyliner-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Epcot-International-Gateway-from-Disney-Skyliner-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-23980\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">EPCOT&#8217;s International Gateway from the Disney Skyliner<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This location is one of the most strategic on all of Walt Disney World property.<\/p>\n<p>From here, you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Walk into EPCOT through the International Gateway<\/li>\n<li>Walk or boat to Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios<\/li>\n<li>Use the Skyliner for quick transportation to both parks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s also one of the most enjoyable areas to spend time outside the parks, with restaurants, entertainment, and scenic walking paths all around the lake.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transportation_The_Most_Flexible_Area_at_Disney_World\"><\/span>Transportation: The Most Flexible Area at Disney World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No other resort area offers as many transportation options as this one.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20484\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Disney-World-Skyliner-Epcot-Station.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20484\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Disney-World-Skyliner-Epcot-Station.jpg\" alt=\"All ABout Walt Disney World's Skyliner\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Disney-World-Skyliner-Epcot-Station.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Disney-World-Skyliner-Epcot-Station-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Disney-World-Skyliner-Epcot-Station-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Disney-World-Skyliner-Epcot-Station-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-20484\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">EPCOT International Gateway Skyliner Station<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Depending on where you stay, you may have access to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-transportation-overview\/walking-at-walt-disney-world\/\">Walking<\/a>:<\/strong> Direct paths to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios (Deluxe resorts)<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-resorts\/soaring-to-the-magic-a-look-at-the-disney-world-skyliner-resorts\/\">Skyliner<\/a>:<\/strong> Fast access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios (select resorts)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boats (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-transportation-overview\/set-sail-with-walt-disney-worlds-friendships-a-guide-to-scenic-water-transport\/\">Friendships<\/a>):<\/strong> Scenic water transportation between resorts and parks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Buses:<\/strong> Available to all parks and Disney Springs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This flexibility is a major advantage\u2014if one option is crowded, you usually have another.<\/p>\n<p>For many guests, this makes park days significantly easier and less stressful.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Resorts_By_Location_Type\"><\/span>The Resorts (By Location Type)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walkable_Deluxe_Resorts_Crescent_Lake\"><\/span>Walkable Deluxe Resorts (Crescent Lake)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These resorts offer the highest level of convenience, with direct walking access to EPCOT and easy access to Hollywood Studios.<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s Yacht Club Resort<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_21632\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Yacht-Club-Resort.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21632\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Yacht-Club-Resort.jpg\" alt=\"Shades of Green Guests Eligible for Disney World Early Entry &amp; Extended Evening Hours\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Yacht-Club-Resort.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Yacht-Club-Resort-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Yacht-Club-Resort-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Yacht-Club-Resort-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21632\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">h<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-yacht-club-resort\/\">Yacht Club<\/a> offers a relaxed, nautical theme and one of the best overall locations on property. You\u2019re just a short walk from EPCOT\u2019s International Gateway and have easy access to Hollywood Studios.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Easy EPCOT access and quieter Deluxe atmosphere<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s Beach Club Resort<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_9894\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9894\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9894\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club.jpg\" alt=\"Disney Resorts at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Tested by Military Disney Tips\" width=\"1000\" height=\"713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club-600x428.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club-540x385.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Beach-Club-800x570.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-9894\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Walt Disney World&#8217;s Beach Club Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-beach-club-resort\/\">Beach Club<\/a> shares the same prime location but adds one of Disney\u2019s best pools: Stormalong Bay. It\u2019s especially popular with families.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Pool lovers and EPCOT convenience<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s BoardWalk Inn<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Inn.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40763\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Inn.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Inn.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Inn-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Inn-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-boardwalk-inn\/\">BoardWalk Inn<\/a> offers a lively atmosphere with restaurants, entertainment, and nighttime energy right outside your door.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Nightlife, dining, and entertainment<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-Disney_Deluxe_Alternatives\"><\/span>Non-Disney Deluxe Alternatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4>Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Resort-Area-Swan.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40771\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Resort-Area-Swan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Resort-Area-Swan.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Resort-Area-Swan-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disneys-BoardWalk-Resort-Area-Swan-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/the-walt-disney-world-swan-and-dolphin-resorts\/\">These three resorts<\/a> offer Deluxe-level accommodations in the same prime location, often at a lower price point than Disney-owned Deluxe Resorts.<\/p>\n<p>They are within walking distance of both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios and offer similar transportation options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Value at a Deluxe location<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skyliner_Resorts_Nearby_Not_Walkable\"><\/span>Skyliner Resorts (Nearby, Not Walkable)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These resorts are not within walking distance of EPCOT\u2019s main entrances but offer Skyliner access to the International Gateway.<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s Riviera Resort<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_21627\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Riviera-Resort.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21627\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Riviera-Resort.jpg\" alt=\"Choosing Your Walt Disney World Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Riviera-Resort.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Riviera-Resort-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Riviera-Resort-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-Riviera-Resort-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Disney&#8217;s Riviera Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-disney-vacation-club-resorts\/disneys-riviera-resort\/\">The Riviera<\/a> is a Deluxe resort with its own Skyliner station and quick access to EPCOT.<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s Caribbean Beach Resort<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_18607\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Caribbean-Beach-Resort-Moderate-Rooms.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18607\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Caribbean-Beach-Resort-Moderate-Rooms.jpg\" alt=\"Disney\u2019s Caribbean Beach Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Caribbean-Beach-Resort-Moderate-Rooms.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Caribbean-Beach-Resort-Moderate-Rooms-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Caribbean-Beach-Resort-Moderate-Rooms-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Caribbean-Beach-Resort-Moderate-Rooms-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-18607\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">g<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-caribbean-beach-resort\/\">The Caribbean<\/a> is the Skyliner hub, offering direct access to both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s Pop Century Resort<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_16313\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/WDW-Room-Categories-Pop-Century.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16313\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/WDW-Room-Categories-Pop-Century.jpg\" alt=\"Military FastPass Plus Ticket Options for Disney World\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/WDW-Room-Categories-Pop-Century.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/WDW-Room-Categories-Pop-Century-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/WDW-Room-Categories-Pop-Century-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/WDW-Room-Categories-Pop-Century-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-16313\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Disney&#8217;s Pop Century Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-pop-century-resort\/\">Pop Century<\/a> is a Value Resort with Skyliner access, offering one of the best price-to-convenience ratios on property.<\/p>\n<h4>Disney\u2019s Art of Animation Resort<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Disneys-Art-of-Animation-Resort.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18767 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Disneys-Art-of-Animation-Resort.jpg\" alt=\"Disney\u2019s Art of Animation Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Disneys-Art-of-Animation-Resort.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Disneys-Art-of-Animation-Resort-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Disneys-Art-of-Animation-Resort-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Disneys-Art-of-Animation-Resort-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disneys-art-of-animation-resort\/\">Art of Animation<\/a> Resort is a Value Resort with family suites and Skyliner access, ideal for larger families.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Stay_in_the_EPCOT_Resort_Area\"><\/span>Who Should Stay in the EPCOT Resort Area?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is one of the most versatile areas at Walt Disney World\u2014but it\u2019s especially ideal for certain types of trips.<\/p>\n<p>You should strongly consider staying here if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>EPCOT is a major focus of your trip<\/li>\n<li>You plan to visit multiple parks in the same day<\/li>\n<li>You enjoy dining, festivals, and evening entertainment<\/li>\n<li>You want the ability to walk to a park<\/li>\n<li>You prefer flexible transportation options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You may want to consider other areas if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Magic Kingdom is your primary park<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re looking for the lowest possible price<\/li>\n<li>You prefer a quieter, more isolated resort experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Discount_Considerations\"><\/span>Military Discount Considerations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most Disney-owned resorts in this area are eligible for the <a href=\"\/blog\/the-disney-armed-forces-salute-military-ticket-and-room-discounts\/the-disney-armed-forces-salute-a-fantastic-disney-military-resort-room-discount\/\">Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discount<\/a>, though availability can vary.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how this area typically works for military families:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Yacht &amp; Beach Club \/ BoardWalk:<\/strong> Limited availability but strong location value<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skyliner Resorts:<\/strong> Often easier to book with discounts and better availability<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swan &amp; Dolphin:<\/strong> Offer separate military rates and can be a strong value alternative<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This area gives you multiple ways to balance cost and convenience, which is a big advantage when planning a military-discounted trip.<\/p>\n<p>If you want help comparing these options, we recommend working with a military-focused Disney travel specialist:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/the-mouse-experts-military-disney-vacation-specialists\/\">The Mouse Experts Military Disney Vacation Specialists<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-Surrey-Bike.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-40700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-Surrey-Bike.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-Surrey-Bike.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-Surrey-Bike-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Disney-Resort-Activities-Surrey-Bike-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The EPCOT Resort Area is one of the most convenient and enjoyable places to stay at Walt Disney World.<\/p>\n<p>With walkable access, flexible transportation, and some of the best dining and entertainment outside the parks, it offers a completely different kind of Disney experience.<\/p>\n<p>If your trip is centered around EPCOT\u2014or you just want the most flexibility in how you get around\u2014this area is hard to beat.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to see:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/resorts\/best-disney-world-resorts-for-epcot-fans\/\">Best Resorts for EPCOT Fans<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/resorts\/best-disney-world-resorts-for-disneys-hollywood-studios-fans\/\">Best Resorts for Hollywood Studios Fans<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Have you stayed in the EPCOT Resort Area? Which resort is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Read about all the Disney Resort Areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/how-disney-world-resort-areas-work-complete-guide-for-first-time-visitors\/\">How Disney World Resort Areas Work <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/magic-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-magic-kingdom\/\">Magic Kingdom Resort Area Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/animal-kingdom-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-animal-kingdom\/\">Animal Kingdom Resort Area Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disney-springs-resort-area-hotels-best-disney-world-resorts-near-disney-springs\/\">Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/boardwalk-area-resorts-walkable-disney-world-hotels-near-epcot-hollywood-studios\/\">BoardWalk Area Resorts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/espn-wide-world-of-sports-area-resorts-best-value-disney-world-hotels\/\">ESPN Wide World of Sports Area Resorts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disney-world-monorail-resorts-complete-guide-for-military-families\/\">Disney World Monorail Resorts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/disney-world-skyliner-resorts-complete-guide-for-military-families\/\">Disney World Skyliner Resorts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"milit-2841362319\" class=\"milit-after-content milit-entity-placement\"><br>\r\n<div align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/ncp\/payment\/4V6YWP2M2DNAU\">Send Steve a Tip<\/a><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by The most walkable, flexible, and food-focused place to stay at Walt Disney World. If EPCOT is a big part of your Walt Disney World trip\u2014or you just love great food, drinks, and a more relaxed atmosphere\u2014the EPCOT Resort Area is one of the best places you can stay. 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