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 ¥39,200 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
¥39,200
¥52,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,496 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, nice accommodations."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Walt Disney World Dolphin
Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area
Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area
3 out of 5
2000 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The price is ¥21,575 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥21,575
¥24,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,604 reviews)
"We appreciated the amenities offered at that price point. The location is perfect for us. It was a short walk to Disney springs and a 15 minute ride to Epcot and the bus service was on time"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area
Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs® Resort Area
Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs® Resort Area
3.5 out of 5
1850B Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, FL
The price is ¥14,096 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
¥14,096
¥21,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly resort in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,542 reviews)
Great stay!
"This was very convenient for a Disney trip. There was a shuttle to and from the parks. The rooms were very clean, beds were comfortable and a great shower. This was within walking distance to Disney Springs."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs® Resort 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.
5 BED | 4.5 BATH TH w/ POOL Solara Resort 2190Flem
5 BED | 4.5 BATH TH w/ POOL Solara Resort 2190Flem
Kissimmee
Stay at this vacation home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Disney's Hollywood Studios® and ...
5 BED | 4.5 BATH TH w/ POOL Solara Resort 2190Flem
Storey Lake-CLOSEST RESORT TO DISNEY-FREE RESORT FACILITIES -MODERN-FREE WIFI
Storey Lake-CLOSEST RESORT TO DISNEY-FREE RESORT FACILITIES -MODERN-FREE WIFI
2 out of 5
Kissimmee
Stay at this vacation home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy private pools, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Epcot® and Disney's Hollywood Studios® ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Florida Vacation.
"Had a great time."

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2025

Storey Lake-CLOSEST RESORT TO DISNEY-FREE RESORT FACILITIES -MODERN-FREE WIFI
AMAZING GAMES ROOM/Exquisite themed bedrooms/10 mins Disney/Movie Room/Free wifi
AMAZING GAMES ROOM/Exquisite themed bedrooms/10 mins Disney/Movie Room/Free wifi
2 out of 5
Bay Lake
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Epcot® and Disney ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great house for big groups and kiddos
"This house is amazing. My kids loved it. Great location and nice little area."

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025

AMAZING GAMES ROOM/Exquisite themed bedrooms/10 mins Disney/Movie Room/Free wifi
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
2504
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
1425
4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
293
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
72
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
43
1 - Terrible 1%

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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