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Disney's Wilderness Lodge

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Disney's Wilderness Lodge

Disney's Wilderness Lodge

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What's Special About Wilderness Lodge:
Set in Yosemite at the turn of the century, Disney's Wilderness Lodge uses trees, carvings and even a geyser to transport you from the middle of Florida to the Northwest. This Deluxe resort is a boat ride from the Magic Kingdom, and has a swimming pool with a short water slide, plus a small beach on Bay Lake.
Guest Rooms at Wilderness Lodge:
  • Courtyard rooms may look out onto Bay Lake or the swimming pool; you can also choose a Woods or Standard view.
  • Some standard rooms are available with one queen-sized bed and one bunk bed for the kids.
  • Rates: $$$
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Dining at Wilderness Lodge:
Restaurants include:
  • Artist Point (fine dining) has some of the best salmon I've ever had
  • Whispering Canyon Cafe is all-you-can-eat barbeque and features rollicking fun with enthusiastic waiters and stick-horse races for the kids
  • Roaring Forks (food court)
  • Territory Lounge (microbrew and cappuccino)
Activities and Amenities at Wilderness Lodge:
  • Swimming pool with a short water slide, plus a small beach on Bay Lake
  • Fitness center, massage and sauna, motorized boat rentals, fishing, bike rentals, movie rentals, jogging trail
  • For kids: Cub's Den (supervised children's program), Chip'n Dale's Campfire Sing-a-long and movie, kiddie pool, arcade, playground
Good to Know About Wilderness Lodge:
  • Disney's Magical Express is a free service that transports you and your luggage to the hotel.
  • Ask to be the Flag Family; you may be asked to help raise the flag on the roof.
  • The free "Wonders of the Lodge" tour shows you the architecture of the resort.
  • Watch the Electrical Water Pageant from the beach nightly at 9:30 pm. A 120' geyser erupts on the hour daily.
  • Higher floors with woodland views have partial views of the Magic Kingdom. On lower floors, request a courtyard view to see the geyser or the pool.
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When it comes to where to stay at Disney World, there are plenty of choices. But some Disney resorts really stand out as the best - the best location, the best water park, the best restaurant options. Depending on what you like to do on your vacation, one of these unique Disney resorts may be just perfect for you.
Getting to Wilderness Lodge:
Just across Bay Lake from the Magic Kingdom. Buses are available to the Disney theme parks. A boat is available to take you to the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World is about 25 miles from the Orlando International Airport.
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Contact Wilderness Lodge:
901 Timberline Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
Direct Phone: (407) 824-3200; Reservations: (407) 939-6244
Fax: (407) 824-3232
Web site: Disney's Wilderness Lodge
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