Disney's Wilderness Lodge

We had previously stayed at the Floridian and Polynesian (many years ago) and decided on the Floridian for our party of ten. Floridian is having major construction across the street, causing a lot of dust, and some lobby store renovation. We decided to try the Wilderness Lodge and were very pleasantly surprised how great it is. The beautiful pools are close by, there are shady areas around the property, the lobby architecture and decor is spectacular, and you get all the fantastic Disney treatment. Going to Magic Kingdom by boat is an added plus. Families will love it.

We splurged for a stay on the concierge level, and enjoyed our time visiting all the parks. We like staying here because of the lodge feel and laid back vibe. All the cast members were so accommodating. Can’t wait to return for another magical visit!

From the moment you arrive to the time you leave there is always someone nearby to help. Our family are DVC members and have stayed at Grand Floridian, Animal Kingdom Lodge and Boardwalk. While Grand Floridian is our home base, the unmistakeable coziness of Wilderness has captured our hearts forever. The service in every corner of this resort, Josh at Geyser, Kelli in the Gift shoppe, the housekeeping staff, is just incredible and sets the bar for the rest {Saratoga could take a page from here). This is now our favourite and we will be back!

My review is 4+. We stayed in club level which is what I’d recommend. It’s worth it. Plenty of food and beverage options for pre and post park time. We didn’t need dinner most nights given the amount of food in the club. People are very nice and they look to make sure you have everything you need. One of my fave Disney resorts!

The Wilderness Lodge is a contender for the most beautiful resort on property. From the moment you enter you know you've entered a special place. Our room was a courtyard/water view and although you had to crane your neck to see a glimpse of water, we liked the location and the balcony. The room was spotless and was renovated recently so everything looked new. The in-room Keurig with a selection of coffees and teas makes for easy mornings getting your coffee fix. We sat in the lounge one evening and enjoyed some drinks and "Bacon on a Wire," which was four slices of house-made bacon and deviled eggs. We also had dinner at the Geyser Bar outside and I had a delicious bison burger. Get there by 9:30pm and you can watch the electrical water parade! My only complaint is that bus service can be slow, as some of the routes include stops at Fort Wilderness and/or the Contemporary. For example, Disney Springs is a 10min drive from the hotel but with a stop at Fort Wilderness it took over 30min to get there.

We got a one bedroom villa here. When we arrived, we were so impressed with the lobby/room. Everything is clean, updated and inviting. The bathroom shower/tub were amazing. Each unit has its own washer/dryer. Bed is super comfortable. Loved our little balcony and it was really quiet despite being close to the bus pick up area. Pool is really nice. Many restaurant options, we tried all of them and enjoyed each meal. Would highly recommended. There was a lot of action with characters in the lobby. Our 7 year old daughter loved the arcade and various activities put on by the staff. We would come back!

From the moment I arrived, I felt transported to a cozy retreat in nature. My experience at Wilderness Lodge was truly unforgettable. It is a magical hotel that takes you to a world of nature and adventure. If you are looking for a place to stay in Walt Disney World that offers you a unique and memorable experience, the Wilderness Lodge is the best option.

Ended up staying a couple of nights here and there is always something new to check out. Never had a bad experience with this hotel. The room, service and people working there have always been the best. The room had a view of the fireworks, so the kids loved that. The theming is stunning and Geiser Point is awesome, really enjoyed our stay. The transportation to Magic Kingdom was on time and efficient, never had to wait more than 15 mins to take the boat to the park or back to the hotel.

We always used to love coming to the Wilderness Lodge. Disney is not what it used to be. In general the facilities need serious upgrading. Staff is not friendly like they used to be. Prices for tickets to the park are super high at $169.00 per person with a $10 dollar break for a child. On top of that if you want a fast pass you now have to pay extra per person, leaving you with even longer waits if you don’t want a fast pass. Clearly understaffed the rooms aren’t ready until way after 4pm. Just not the same Disney. The staff refers to everyone as “hi friends “. Which is really lame. Just not a good family experience anymore.