New Analyses Say Disney’s Deluxe Resorts Rarely Worth It for Park-Focused Guests

Overview

• Inside the Magic and Disney Dining published same-day analyses concluding that most visitors gain little from paying Deluxe rates.
• Deluxe rooms often run $700 to over $1,000 per night, yet many guests mainly use them for sleep between rope drop and fireworks.
• All on-site hotels provide Early Theme Park Entry and free transportation, which are the operational advantages most guests rely on.
• Value properties such as Pop Century and Art of Animation offer themed accommodations and Skyliner access to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
• Deluxe-only Extended Evening Hours occur on limited nights and may be impractical for many families, so lodging savings can fund dining, events, or additional park time.