Disney's BoardWalk Villas

The Resort Overview

Disney's BoardWalk Villas opened on July 1, 1996, alongside the BoardWalk Inn, sharing the same nostalgic 1920s-40s Atlantic seaboard boardwalk theming, complete with colorful clapboard facades, a working carousel, and an entertainment promenade lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers.

What sets the BoardWalk apart from other EPCOT-area resorts is that lively promenade itself, a genuine mixed-use entertainment district that keeps the resort feeling active well into the evening.

Dining & Amenities

The BoardWalk's dining lineup includes Flying Fish, a Signature Dining restaurant serving seafood and oak-grilled steaks, and Trattoria al Forno, an Italian table-service restaurant known for wood-fired pizza. The promenade adds counter-service options and bars like Jellyrolls.

Villa and Inn guests share the Luna Park Pool, a carnival-themed feature pool anchored by the Keister Coaster, a slide styled after a wooden roller coaster, along with a quieter pool near the villas.

Booking Strategy

• Rooms facing the boardwalk promenade offer great people-watching but can be noisier at night; ask for a quieter canal or garden view if that matters.
• The walk to EPCOT's International Gateway and the boat or walking path to Hollywood Studios make this one of the most walkable resorts for split EPCOT/Studios days.
• Compared to the BoardWalk Inn's hotel rooms, the villas add kitchens and more square footage, making them the better choice for families or anyone wanting to cook rather than eat every meal in the parks.
• If lively evening atmosphere isn't your thing, Yacht Club or Beach Club nearby offer similar park proximity with a calmer feel.