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The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

The Resort Overview

The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa opened in October 2013, carrying forward the flagship resort's grand Victorian, turn-of-the-century Florida seaside theming with white gingerbread trim, red roofs, and manicured gardens. The villas are spread across outer lodge buildings including Sugarloaf Key, a short walk from the resort's iconic main building.

Its standout feature is proximity paired with villa-style space: guests get the Grand Floridian's monorail-loop location and old-world resort atmosphere along with full kitchens or kitchenettes and larger living areas typical of DVC accommodations.

Dining & Amenities

Villa guests have full access to the Grand Floridian's celebrated dining lineup, including Victoria & Albert's, a AAA Five Diamond signature restaurant; Narcoossee's, a waterfront seafood restaurant with Magic Kingdom fireworks views; and the character-dining buffet 1900 Park Fare.

The resort's main pool, the grotto-themed Beach Pool, features a waterslide and waterfalls overlooking the Seven Seas Lagoon, and villa guests can also use a quieter courtyard pool near the villas.

Dining at The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

1900 Park Fare American · Character Dining Beaches Pool Bar & Grill American Chef’s Table at Victoria & Albert’s Dining Events Cítricos American Cítricos Lounge American Courtyard Pool Bar American Gasparilla Island Grill American Grand Floridian Cafe American Narcoossee's American Queen Victoria’s Room at Victoria & Albert’s Dining Events The Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s American

Full menus and prices in the Dining Guide.

Booking Strategy

Book well ahead for a Magic Kingdom or lagoon view, since these categories are especially popular for firework-watching from private balconies.
The monorail, boat, and a scenic walking path all connect directly to Magic Kingdom, making this one of the most convenient DVC resorts for MK-focused trips.
Compared to the Grand Floridian's main building, the villas trade some grand-lobby energy for more space and self-catering flexibility, which suits families or longer stays better.
If a Victoria & Albert's dinner is on your list, reserve as early as your dining window allows since it's one of the hardest-to-book restaurants at Walt Disney World.