Disney’s Old Key West Resort is another Disney Vacation Club resort, but this one has all of the vibes of the Florida Keys. Between that island feels, beautiful palm trees, golf-course fairways, and more, you definitely get a tropical paradise feel.

Overview

The Deluxe Villa Resort can be found in the Disney Springs Resort Area near Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter, Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course, and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. 

There are two forms of complimentary Disney transportation available, along with multiple dining offerings, and more. Plus, the rooms are more than your standard room with some featuring amenities like a full kitchen, a washer and a dryer, and a porch or a balcony.

Here’s everything you need to know about staying at Old Key West.

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Rooms And Bathrooms

There are two types of room to book at Old Key West: studios and villas. Depending on the room you book, you can even sleep up to 12 adults. 

Of course, the rooms feature the standard amenities, including a hairdryer, TV, free WiFi, a coffee maker, telephone, in-room safe, and an iron and ironing board.

The rooms also include some great amenities like a microwave, a fully-equipped kitchen with either a full or mini-refrigerator, a washer and dryer in the villa-style rooms, a DVD player, and more. 

If you’re wondering about outlets and USB ports, there are plenty of outlets, but USB ports are scarce. Some of the rooms have them, whereas others don’t. Usually, the USB ports are located by the TV and not near the bedroom nightstands. So, definitely keep that in mind.

Regarding storage, only some of the beds have space underneath to store luggage. But, there is also closet and drawer space for your belongings, including in the bathrooms.

The bathroom areas also don’t have a door closing off the toilet and shower area, unlike many other hotel rooms across WDW. They are just one big space featuring the sink and vanity area, the shower/bathtub, and the toilet.

Here are the rooms available to book. You can check out room layouts below.

Villas

• 1 Bedroom Villa: Views of Water, Woodlands, or Fairways; 1 King Bed and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair; Full kitchen, dining area, washer and dryer, whirlpool tub

• 2 Bedroom Villa: Views of Water, Woodlands, or Fairways; 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair; Full kitchen, dining area, washer and dryer, 2 bathrooms

• 3 Bedroom Grand Villa: Views of Water, Woodlands, or Fairways; 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa and 1 Twin-Size Sleeper Chair; Full kitchen, washer and dryer, multiple bathrooms, porch

Studios

• Deluxe Studio: Views of Water, Woodlands, or Fairways; 2 Queen Beds; Kitchenette with small fridge and microwave, porch or balcony

Note: There are also both wheelchair and hearing accessible rooms available that include accessible bathrooms and visual alarms.

Checking In And Out

When it comes to checking in and out, you have a few options: at the front desk, online through the official Walt Disney World website, or via the My Disney Experience app.

The front desk is located in the main lobby. Even though the front desk is there to assist guests, especially with checking in and checking out, all Disney World Resort guests are encouraged to check-in online or by using MDE.

• Checking-In: After you check-in online or using the app, you’ll receive a room-ready notification via next. You can then use your MagicBand or MDE’s digital key feature to unlock your room door.
• Checking-Out: Currently, guests will automatically be checked out of their rooms. But, if you have unresolved charges to your hotel folio, you’ll need to visit the front desk.

Note: Guests also have the option of to chat virtually with resort Cast Members via MDE for any assistance. 

The lobby has plenty of seating for guests and, of course, embodies the Old Key West theme. You can find the gift store close by, along with the Hospitality House (as seen above) and several food options, like Olivia’s Cafe.

Magical Express pickup is just outside the lobby. Luggage storage is right out front of the lobby for those who have checked out or are waiting to check in.

Note: Resort Airline Check-In is no longer available.

Parking

Parking is available. There is a standard $25 overnight self-parking fee (including tax) that is applied to guests’ hotel folio upon check-out.

Complimentary standard self-parking is available for non-resort guests exploring dining, shopping, entertainment, and other experiences during the day.

We also have a complete Walt Disney World parking guide you can browse.

Pros And Cons

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Amenities And Shops

From gift shops, to on-site laundry services, to spa and fitness, there are several amenities offered to guests at Old Key West.

Important note: Some of the following amenities might not be available at all times.

• Conch Flats General Store: Shop for groceries, snacks, sundries, hotel logo items, souvenirs, and more.
• Laundry Services: Villas with one or more bedrooms have in-room washers and dryers. There is also a 24-hour self-service laundry rooms near each of the four pools. 
• Dry Cleaning Services: Dry cleaning and valet laundry services are also an option.
• Movies Under the Stars: Watch complimentary Disney movies by the Sandcastle Pool deck.
• Old Key West Exercise Room: High-tech exercise facility with state-of-the-art training equipment.
• Childcare Services: In-room babysitting for children 6 months to 12 years old.

Pools And Recreation

Old Key West has one feature pool and three leisure pools. If you need a non-park day, we recommended spending the day at your hotel and enjoying a Disney Resort pool.

Important note: Some of the pools and recreation options might not be available at all times.

Feature Pool

• Sandcastle Pool: Has a 125-foot-long waterslide through a giant sandcastle, a sand beach, decorative dolphins spouting water, a whirlpool spa, and a dry sauna inside the pool deck’s lighthouse. There’s also a kiddie pool.

Leisure Pools

• There are three leisure pools that are for all ages. Each also has its own whirlpool spa. You can find the leisure pools in the Old Turtle Pond, South Point, and Miller’s Road sections.

Some other recreational options include:

• Electric Eel Gameroom
• Flying Fish Gameroom
• 3 Playgrounds (near main feature pool, the pool area at Old Turtle Pond, and the pool area at South Point
• Jogging
• Volleyball
• Fishing
• Basketball Court
• Tennis
• Bike Rentals
• Surrey Bike Rentals
• Campfire to roast marshmallows
• Conch Flats Community Hall (complimentary foosball, pool, video games, ping-pong and shuffleboard, equipment for tennis, basketball and volleyball, make crafts, and sign out DVDs)

How to get from Old Key West to anywhere at Disney World

There are two main forms of transportation available: buses and water transportation. Bus stops can be found throughout Old Key West. There is also a ferryboat that transports guests to and from Disney Spring. All of the different ways to get from Old Key West to anywhere in Disney World is detailed below.

Dining options at Old Key West

You can find a few different options here. Take note that Olivia’s Cafe has Mobile Dine Check-In, meaning you’ll check-in using the My Disney Experience app rather than going to the host stand. When your table is ready, you’ll be notified to proceed to a specific location. You can read more about the dining options below.

Olivia’s Cafe also has Table Service To Go, which allows guests to Mobile Order and take their meal back to their room. You can read more about the dining options below. 

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