Lake Buena Vista, FL

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Lake Buena Vista is home to the largest recreational resort in the world, and includes Disney theme parks and world-class golf courses.

Lake Buena Vista is home to the Walt Disney World® Resort which hosts four theme parks, two water parks, PGA-tour-caliber golf courses and Downtown Disney® Area.  

The Downtown Disney® Area offers three lively waterfront districts of shopping, dining and entertainment. The area is divided into Downtown Disney® Pleasure Island, Downtown Disney® West Side and Downtown Disney® Marketplace.

Step inside DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park at Downtown Disney® West Side for five-stories packed with virtual reality gaming, 3-D and motion simulator rides. Prepare to be amazed by the show La Nouba™ by Cirque du Soleil®.

Throughout Downtown Disney® Area you’ll find a range of dining options. These include T-REX, a dinosaur-themed eatery, Splitsville Luxury Lanes, a 50,000-square-foot bowling and dining complex, House of Blues Music Hall and Wolfgang Puck’s Grand Café.

Shoppers should make their way to Downtown Disney® Area for its designer stores, themed shops and the World of Disney® store. With approximately 51,000 square feet (4,700 square meters) of space, this is the largest Disney store in the world.

As well as the theme parks, golfing is a big draw for Lake Buena Vista. There are a number of golf courses to choose from, the most highly rated of these being Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course, which has hosted major national and international competitions.

Lake Buena Vista is situated in Orange County, Florida. There are a few public transport options within the city, but many of the hotels provide complimentary bus services to and from Downtown Disney® Area. If you plan on driving to Downtown Disney® Area, note that parking is free.

Where to stay in Lake Buena Vista

Magic Kingdom® Park showing rides and interior views as well as a couple

Bay Lake

4.5/5(2,826 area reviews)

Home to all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and one water park, this city offers endless entertainment, including Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and Magnolia and Palm Golf Courses.

Bay Lake
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Golden Oak

Upscale residential community within Walt Disney World Resort, Golden Oak features multiple lakes, diverse architectural styles, and a quaint Italian villa-style clubhouse. Enjoy nightly fireworks from Magic Kingdom in every home.

Golden Oak
Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Dolphin
4 out of 5
1500 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The price is ¥31,535 per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
¥31,535
¥42,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,555 reviews)
"We enjoyed the Dolphin large hotel room and the cleanliness of the room. Bed was very comfortable. Pool area is very nice. Plus, the proximity to EPCOT was great with easy boat ride access to that park."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

Walt Disney World Dolphin
Walt Disney World Swan
Walt Disney World Swan
4 out of 5
1200 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The price is ¥34,978 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
¥34,978
¥46,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and 3 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,565 reviews)
"Great transportation options including to Disney springs. Located walking distance to Epcot and boardwalk. Lots of food options Staff were attentive"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2024

Walt Disney World Swan
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs® Area
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs® Area
4 out of 5
1751 Hotel Plaza Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥18,078 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
¥18,078
¥26,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,158 reviews)
"Very good. Excellent!"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs® Area
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Prague Village - South Facing Pool & Spa! Free Resort Access.
Prague Village - South Facing Pool & Spa! Free Resort Access.
Kissimmee
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions ESPN Wide World ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)
Smoothest part of our trip
"There was alot of coordination required with a group of 10, this house was the easiest part. The perfect place to wind down after our long days. They were easy to work with and communicative. House was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024

Prague Village - South Facing Pool & Spa! Free Resort Access.
PRIVATE POOL/FREE RESORT ACCESS/CLOSE TO DISNEY/CLOSE TO RESTURANTS/MODERN STYLE
PRIVATE POOL/FREE RESORT ACCESS/CLOSE TO DISNEY/CLOSE TO RESTURANTS/MODERN STYLE
Bay Lake
Stay at this vacation home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Epcot® and Disney's Hollywood Studios® ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Beautiful
"Couldn't ask for a better location. So close to Disney, but far enough away to feel removed enough after a long day at the parks. We will 100% be back!!"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2024

PRIVATE POOL/FREE RESORT ACCESS/CLOSE TO DISNEY/CLOSE TO RESTURANTS/MODERN STYLE
2 miles Disney-Chic and Modern Condo-FREE RESORT ACCESS-water slides/pools/
2 miles Disney-Chic and Modern Condo-FREE RESORT ACCESS-water slides/pools/
kissimmee
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Epcot® and Disney's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (20 reviews)
Great property in a great location
"Close to all the main resorts, and plenty of restaurants around. There was a small issue with the air con which was resolved quickly."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2024

2 miles Disney-Chic and Modern Condo-FREE RESORT ACCESS-water slides/pools/
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lake Buena Vista

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
1425
" "4 - Good 32.856813465529164%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 6.755821996771962%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 1.660133732995158%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 0.9914687572054416%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I loved it when Disney was open and Disney springs but everything closed due to covid-19

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Convenience.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The staff is incredible!!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Good value, good location, good staff.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Walt Disney World is reliant on motor transport (most roads don't have sidewalks) and insular (to go off-site, use LYNX buses from Disney Springs or the Transport & Ticket Center near Magic Kingdom).

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Didn't get to go. Disney closed.

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