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The Market at Ale and Compass Gift Shop at Disney’s Yacht Club (Photos of Merchandise)

The Market at Ale and Compass is part gift shop and part resort quick service. For this article, we’ll focus on the Yacht Club’s gift shop and what you can expect to find during your Walt Disney World vacation. We have a separate review of The Market at Ale and Compass quick service if you’re looking for what kind of food items you can expect.

We stay at the Yacht Club regularly and try to update the photos of the resort’s merchandise regularly. These photos were taken in 2024, so every item you see might not be available. However, this should give you a general idea of what type of merchandise the store generally has on hand.

The Yacht Club’s gift shop sits down a hall off the resort’s lobby.

They usually have nautical window displays like the one shown in the photo below.

It’s a sizable gift shop with a boutique feel, similar to the rest of the resort.

Yacht Club’s gift shop is a little higher-end than others. You’ll find brands like Lilly Pulitzer, Vineyard Vines, and Tommy Bahamas. Of course, they’ll also have a few Disney backpacks and other things. We’ll first preview a few pieces of resort-branded merchandise. I bought this red Yacht Club T-shirt shown in the photo below. Unfortunately, it fell apart after the first wash!

This Mickey Mouse magnet is cute, and the tiny trinket dish says, “Cast Your Cares Away.”

The Yacht Club gift shop has beach bags, tumblers, mugs, hats, and a few other pieces with the resort’s logo.

All of the deluxe resorts have cream or white robes with the resort’s logo. The Yacht Club’s logo is red, blue, and yellow.

A few resort pins for the Yacht Club and Beach Club were available.

The gift shop had a nice selection of men’s apparel.

Here are a few more pieces of men’s clothing.

Next, we have some of the women’s Tommy Bahamas items.

Another display featured the latest Lilly Pulitzer collection.

A case had several pieces of Pandora jewelry.

Yacht Club’s gift shop had a few MagicBand+ and other accessories.

The back corner had a few toys and plush items.

Here is the back corner of the store.

Here are a few home essentials.

Since Yacht Club shares the tremendous Stormalong Bay pool area with Disney’s Beach Club, the gift shop offers a decent selection of pool merchandise.

The gift shop had a selection of shoes and a few children’s clothing items. Remember to bring comfortable shoes that have been broken in before your trip. We are at the resorts often, and I always notice guests buying a pair of Haivanas, Crocs, or slides because they’ve got blisters.

I took photos of the sundries, health, and personal items. These items are usually available should you need something unexpected or forget to pack something.

Umbrella strollers are available.

Yacht Club’s gift shop had a small selection of higher-end sunglasses. But if you’re looking to buy a nice pair, check out some of the Sunglass Hut shops in the parks. The park locations often have a special where you can buy a pair and get another for half off.

Lastly, a case with various liqueurs sits near the register.

We hope you found this gift shop post helpful. We love Disney’s Yacht Club and visit often! As for planning a stay at this resort, all of our related articles are listed in our complete guide to Disney’s Yacht Club Resort . Or you might enjoy the following reviews:

• Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Review
• Disney’s Beach Club Resort Review
• The Pools at Disney’s Yacht Club
• Transportation Options at Disney’s Yacht Club
• Best Pools at Disney World

Additionally, we have a complete list of all the Disney World Resort Reviews .

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NEWS and Full Review: The Market at Ale & Compass in Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

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We’re coming to you today from The Market at Ale & Compass !

Now, you may be thinking to yourself, “Great! But where’s Ale & Compass?” The Market at Ale & Compass is located in Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. You may already be familiar with Ale & Compass Lounge , which sits near the Captain’s Grille (which is currently closed for refurbishment — guests can enjoy Captain’s Grille dishes at its temporary location in Ariel’s ).

The Market at Ale & Compass, however, is located right by the Fittings & Fairings gift shop (which is… umm, also closed for refurbishment 😉 , with a reopening planned for July. Change is the name of the game ‘round these parts!).

With the exception of the Yacht & Beach Club’s pool bar, Hurricane Hanna’s , the Yacht Club has been without a Counter Service option, with guests relying on nearby choices at the neighboring BoardWalk Inn and Beach Club.

Sign for The Market at Ale & Compass

The Market at Ale & Compass is here to change that… and it’s been a long time coming. Step inside!

The Market at Ale & Compass has been established in half of what was the Fittings & Fairings gift shop (the other portion of the space will once again operate as a merchandise spot once it reopens in July). 

The Market at Ale & Compass

One of the reasons the Yacht Club greatly needed a Counter Service option is that it is a Convention Resort as well as a Disney World guest resort. We’re talking lots of folks in and out on the way to conferences and meetings in need of a place to grab a quick bite without hiking over to the Beach Club Marketplace or Boardwalk Bakery .

Market Hours

For that reason, the setting is very much function over form, with the food options front and center in a fairly simplistic, minimalist setting, with wooden tables and baskets providing a few rustic touches, a la an outdoor marketplace.

Though the emphasis is on allowing guests to get in and get on their way, there is also a section of tables and chairs. All pretty basic. (Note that there is currently no outdoor seating.)

Seating Area

In many ways, it’s the food itself that provides most of the “decor.”

Food front and center

So let’s take a look at those options next.

With an apparent focus on the convention crowd, the food at The Market is primarily grab-and-go style eats.

The Market Offerings Sign

That said, you will also encounter a menu with hot offerings for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Menu

Specialty coffee is at the ready for guests in need of a caffeine fix.

Specialty Coffee Menu

Now, for a closer look. In all areas from the pre-packaged grab-and-go to the cold refrigerated selections and so on, you’ll notice some differences compared to what we’ve found in the past at Disney food courts. Even though The Market carries standard choices such as Lay’s brand chips, granola bars, and cereals, you’ll also spy lots of higher-end brands among them.

Granola Bar selections with Luna and Larabars

Cereals at the breakfast bar

Take, for instance, the pre-packaged choices, which include Epic Salmon Bites, The New Primal Jerky, and Smash Mallow Snackable Marshmallows.

Epic Salmon Bites

The New Primal Jerky

Smash Mallow

Bagged and boxed items include Carrot-Zucchini Bites, Gruyere Choux, Lemon Macarons, and even chocolates from The Ganachery .

Bagged Snacks Display

Carrot-Zucchini Bites

Lemon Macarons

Gruyere Choux

The trend continues with chilled choices, with hummus, tabouleh, and shrimp cocktail among the salads and cold sandwiches.

Chilled Options

Even the frozen novelties have a unique addition.

Ice Cream Novelties

As far as we know, The Market is one of the only places selling Halo Top on property at the moment.

Halo Top Ice Cream

Hot options are available for breakfast as well as lunch and dinner.

Sticky Buns

Spinach and Feta Pastry

The hot counters are kept fully stocked for high traffic hours. If they are on the empty side when you arrive, you can visit the coffee counter to place a hot sandwich order during less busy times.

Two bakery cases hold your basic croissants, muffins, sweet breads, and the like.

Bakery Case

Bakery Prices

Drinks include basic bottled beverages (with a few not-so-basic, like Orgain Protein Shakes), wine, and beer.

Bottled drinks

Organic Protein Shakes

Wine Display

Chilled White Wines

Coke Freestyle customizable drinks are also an option. By the way, did you know you can mix your drink flavors, even with the whole Rapid Fill refillable resort mug and cup situation?

Rapid Fill Refillable Resort Mugs

Just fill your cup halfway with whatever flavor option you select, then press the “back arrow” to the upper left of the screen, and select your next choice to fill the rest.

Coke Freestyle Machines

Whew!  So, that’s the setup! I ended up trying a couple of sandwiches, pastries, and a few “somethings sweet” from the desserts.

First things first: when you have you ever known me to resist a Cinnamon Roll ?

Cinnamon Roll

The Market’s version is just your basic, other than that it’s quite light and flaky; not dense at all. And this one was notably fresh.

I was also intrigued by the Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips from the bakery case.

Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips

As it turns out, the chocolate provided nearly all the flavor, as the banana bread itself was pretty bland.

Cast Members shared that the Ham and Cheddar Cheese served on a Pretzel Roll has been the most popular of the hot sandwiches.

Ham and Cheddar Cheese on a Pretzel Roll

I assume that’s because of said pretzel roll, which is always a draw, but honestly there’s nothing remarkable about this one.

I much preferred the other hot sandwich I ordered: the Spicy Italian Panini , which is capicola (smoked pork shoulder), mortadella (an Italian lunch meat), ham, provolone cheese, and giardinere (a vegetable and herb blend) served on a baguette.

Spicy Italian Panini

Two things stand out with this sandwich: first, this thing is PACKED with flavor from the interesting combination of meats.

Second, this sandwich IS, indeed, spicy, thanks to the giardinere (which typically includes serrano peppers in the mix).

Even though The Market is not meant to be destination dining, I would come back specifically for this sandwich. So that’s saying something.

Since they went beyond your typical cupcakes and ramekin offerings, I decided to try three of the desserts.

Desserts on the Tray

The Chocolate Coffee Mousse a bit of a nice surprise. I’m not a chocoholic, really, but this rich mousse with its punch of mocha flavor was much better than I expected.

Chocolate Coffee Mousse

While I wasn’t particularly wowed by any of the desserts, as far as chocolate dome options in Disney World go, this was the best one I’d tried. (Though it still wouldn’t be on my must-eat list._

The Apple Mousse is definitely cute and eye-catching.

Apple Mousse

It’s an apple mousse covered in a thick glaze, served on top of a bit of apple compote above the crust.

Its looks are the most memorable thing about it, though, and there’s no reason to go for it over the chocolate.

My final dessert was the Lemon Cheesecake , which is topped with a blackberry mousse and a blackberry foam with a gritty texture that I didn’t particularly care for.

Lemon Cheesecake

The base is simply your typical lemon cheesecake that you’ll see in other spots around property. Decent flavor, but nothing special. Additionally, it’s really small for what you pay for. Pass.

Still, the dessert options at least differed from what I anticipated, as did many of the selections packed into the space. I’ll be curious to see how the choices go over with the resort’s guests, and we’ll be keeping an eye out to see if any changes take place to the offerings in the future.

The Market at Ale and Compass is what it is. Like I said, it’s not destination dining. In all fairness, though, it’s not intended to be. It’s a simple convenience for guests at the resort, and a solid option primarily focused on serving convention traffic. This is why it was interesting to spot some fairly unique choices and decent variety in what otherwise is a mostly an amped up grab-and-go. In that sense, it reminds me a lot of Cafe Rix in Coronado Springs Resort — another resort that hosts lots of convention guests. The Market and Cafe Rix both fulfill a basic role of providing easy access meals, but in both cases you can also find at least one or two items that are somewhat unique and above par. And since it’s high time that the Yacht Club had a Counter Service option of its own, we’re glad to say “Welcome” to The Market at Ale & Compass.

Nosh or Not?

Eat Here If:

• You’re staying at the Yacht Club or Beach Club
• You’re in a hurry and need a hot sandwich or a pastry
• You love a good Italian pressed sandwich
• You really need Halo Top

Don’t Eat Here If:

• You’re staying anywhere else on property
• You’re looking for very kid-friendly food
• You want atmosphere/ambiance, or you’re looking to make memories with your food choices during this meal

What do you think of having additional dining choices at the Yacht and Beach Club? Please let us know with a comment!

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May 23, 2017 at 8:35 am

That beautifully themed, unique shop, ripped out and replaced with this pitiful, pathetic “eating area”?? It’s an embarrassment, Disney. How the mighty have fallen.

May 23, 2017 at 10:19 pm

I’m glad! definitely would use it, Guest 7/16

May 23, 2017 at 10:29 pm

They didn’t rip out the gift shop for this. It doesn’t sound like they took out anything. It’s near the gift shop, which is closed for refurb, and the Ale & Compass lounge.

May 24, 2017 at 2:02 am

Lynne, I echo your thoughts 100%. I showed the photos to my wife yesterday and we just shook our heads. I’m holding out hope that the “rehab” isn’t complete and there will yet be a shop that houses the very nice brands that once filled Fittings and Fairings. Not to mention Ale & Compass. I did so enjoy that little bar area. Whether to have a cocktail, or just relax. Frank

May 24, 2017 at 6:40 am

Meg, I was there last month. The gift shop, at that time was in the lobby, in the spot where they put the Christmas train display. They didn’t have much. Definitely didn’t have any Tommy Bahama or Vineyard Vine lines. Also at that time, the entire Fittings & Fairings was shutdown for this rehab. They had to take something out to put this in. Frank

May 24, 2017 at 8:19 am

Frank, could you tell if this took up the ENTIRE gift shop? I know the area where the ladies fine clothing once was, is now table and chairs. But I had trouble deciding if the rehab went all the way back to mens wear and fitting room. Thanks. Lynne

May 24, 2017 at 8:32 am

Lynne, I don’t know. I’m going back for a few days in early June… but until then I won’t have the information. Hopefully, someone reading who can get over there will fill us in. When I spoke to the CM at the “lobby gift shop” they “sounded” like they would be bringing back the clothes but I’m not sure. One has to wonder if they aren’t trying to get it all to the Springs. Can’t imagine though they’d mess w the shops in the Grand Floridian. I REALLY hope they don’t ruin Ale & Compass, or if they do, they staff Martha’s Vineyard better. I’ve had a tough time getting served there. I even go up to the bar and wait for my order and take it back to my table. Ahh, for the old days at Riptide in the Beach Club or Crew’s Cup. Almost an entirely new Crew there. Frank

May 24, 2017 at 8:43 am

Thanks Frank, I appreciate the reply. We’ve always been happy at the Crew’s Cup, with Martha’s running a very close second. Now, my biggest fear is what will be happening to the Captains Grill or “The Galley” to me. I’m afraid it will turn out looking like our local “Culvers”.

May 24, 2017 at 10:37 am

Lynne and Frank — I wouldn’t get too worried. They seem to have expanded the Fittings and Fairings space altogether, so the space dedicated to merchandise will be the same size as it always was — or larger. And it wouldn’t surprise me in the least if all of the same brands and merch came back. No reason to be concerned yet.

May 24, 2017 at 12:20 pm

Nice that they added a QS, but I am not getting a vibe from this place at all that it is in or near a Yacht Club themed resort. It looks like a generic cafeteria like the one at my work. I hope this is not a recurring thing, this is the 2nd or 3rd food rehab on property to be done “minimalist”, or stripped of the theme.

May 24, 2017 at 2:23 pm

Lynne, I think there is only one hold over left from a longstanding crew there. Everyone else is new. As for Martha’s Vineyard, every time we go there, we never get waited on. I started going to the bar as I mentioned, but it gets old. Great venue though. Haven’t eaten at the Captain’s Grill in ages, but I may want to go to Ariel’s just for old times sake. Loved it as a seafood restaurant in the day.

AJ, Hope you are right. Thought has crossed my mind that Disney wants everything higher ticket downtown. Seems you get an Annual Pass discount if you buy Tommy at a resort, but not at Downtown, er Disney Springs. Frank

May 25, 2017 at 11:42 am

We were at the Boardwalk Inn last month. My wife made the comment that our room wasn’t as “Disney” as she remembered it in past years. We are staying at the Beach Club in an upcoming trip. It will be interesting to see what that looks like. And why no clock in the room at the Boardwalk??? I had to call the Boardwalk Guest Services to request a clock. They said they aren’t “standard” anymore????? Frank

May 25, 2017 at 11:43 am

Sorry, I was writing that last post TO Jen.

June 22, 2017 at 10:34 am

Once again, Disney rips out a beautifully, uniquely themed area and replaces it with an antiseptic, non-themed, serviceable unit that I could experience in a local hospital. Why?

July 7, 2017 at 7:10 pm

So help me god Mickey in his little speedboat had better still be there or I will come uncorked on somebody.

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The Treasure of Souvenirs at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

Over at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, The Market at Ale and Compass is a one-stop shop for snacks, drinks, and merchandise. Like many Disney resorts, you can find a small assortment of resort-specific merchandise to commemorate your stay. No surprise, many of the items have a nautical theme to them, including items with an anchor design… featuring mouse ears.

Which items would you like as a souvenir of your stay? Let us know in the comments.

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The Ultimate Disney Yacht Club Review + Insider Tips

February 8, 2021 //  by  Kimberly Jones //   2 Comments

Disney’s Yacht Club opened back on November 5, 1990. Its sister location is the Beach Club located right next to it. The Yacht Club is a beautifully themed resort with nautical and beach themes. We are going to tell you everything you need to know about this wonderful resort in our Ultimate Disney Yacht Club Review + Insider Tips! 

There are so many great aspects to this resort such as its location, pools, transportation options, and amenities. If you are thinking about staying at the Yacht Club, read on to find out if this resort is a good fit for you!

Where Is The Yacht Club At Disney Located?

One of the best reasons to stay at Disney’s Yacht Club is the fantastic location! This resort is within walking distance to Epcot and Hollywood Studios . There are also several different transportation options to all of the parks, Disney Springs , and the water parks .

The Yacht Club is directly next to the Beach Club, and they share the pool. Now you not only have access to all of the Yacht Club’s restaurants and amenities, but you also have access to the Beach Club’s! 

The Yacht and Beach Club are right across the water from Disney’s Boardwalk Resort . It is a short walk away to enjoy everything the Boardwalk has to offer! There are some fun restaurants, bars, and shops to explore there.

The Yacht Club is also very close to the Swan and Dolphin Hotels. There is a pathway to take you right over to these hotels for some extra fun as well! 

Not only are there other resorts within walking distance of the Yacht Club, but there are also resorts that are a quick Skyliner trip away! Taking the Skyliner from Epcot’s International Gateway, you can visit Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Beach Resort, Pop Century , and Art of Animation! 

Disney’s Yacht Club is in a very prime location with quick access to two of the parks and multiple resorts!

Checking in to The Yacht Club At Disney

Checking into the Yacht Club is extremely easy, and it doesn’t even require you to visit the front desk! The day of your reservation, you can check in to the resort from the My Disney Experience app . The app will let you know when your room is ready and what your room number will be! If you have magic bands or even your phone , you can head straight to your room and unlock the door. 

Of course, you can always go the old school route and check-in at the front desk. All the cast members at Disney’s Yacht Club are extremely friendly and accommodating! A great tip to keep in mind is you can always see if there are any upgrades available for your room. We were able to get a free upgrade from a standard view to a water view! 

The lobby is also absolutely amazing here. It has a very adventurous and nautical theme to it. You can find everything you need right in this area, such as the restaurant, lounge, bell services, and the front desk. 

Right outside the backside of the lobby, there is a boardwalk that will lead you to the boat transportation to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

Transportation Options From The Yacht Club

We love all of the transportation options the Yacht Club has to offer, and we’re sure you will too! As mentioned before, there are walking paths to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. The Epcot walking path is very short and will get you to the International Gateway in about 5 – 10 minutes. The entrance at International Gateway is on the back side of Epcot by World Showcase . 

The walking path to Hollywood Studios is a little bit longer than the Epcot one. This one can take 20 minutes or more. However, there is boat transportation to Hollywood Studios if you don’t want to walk! You can find boat transportation right behind the lobby that will take you to Epcot or Hollywood Studios. 

If you don’t want to walk or take the boat to Hollywood Studios, you can always take the Skyliner! There is a Skyliner location right outside International Gateway that will take you first to Disney’s Riviera Resort, and then to the Skyliner central hub at Caribbean Beach Resort. From here you will get off the Skyliner and get in line for a different Skyliner track to take you to Hollywood Studios. 

So there are so many options to get to Epcot and Hollywood Studios, but what about the other parks? Disney has bus transportation from the Yacht Club to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Disney Spring, and the water parks. 

If you plan on spending a lot of time at either Epcot or Hollywood Studios, the Yacht Club is one of the best resorts to stay at.

Disney Yacht Club Room Review

There are several different room options at the Yacht Club. There is Standard View, Water View, Garden or Woods View, and 2 Bedroom Suites. All of the view rooms also have club level options. 

I was able to stay in a Water View room. The room was absolutely delightful! It had a nautical theme to match the rest of the resort, and it was quite spacious. The room had two queen beds and a pull out couch, so it was able to sleep up to 5 guests. We only had 4 guests in our room, but I could imagine the pull out bed might make the room feel a little more cramped.

The room had large closets with space to hang clothes, and a big sink and bathroom area with two sinks. The shower had a sliding glass door, which I prefer over a curtain. 

I really liked that this room had wood flooring compared to carpet. It added to the nautical theme very well. The room also had a balcony that looked over the back entrance of the lobby and the water. Overall, the room was very nice, and I thoroughly enjoyed its set up! 

Yacht Club rooms average in price anywhere between $400 to over $3000 per night depending on what room you stay in and what time of the year you visit. 

Dining Options At The Yacht Club

There are some really great and delicious dining options at the Yacht Club. This resort has two restaurants, two lounges, a quick service restaurant, a restaurant located in between the Yacht and Beach Club, and a pool bar. 

The two restaurants at the Yacht Club are Ale & Compass and Yachtsman Steakhouse. Yachtsman Steakhouse is currently temporarily unavailable, but Ale & Compass is open for breakfast and dinner. This restaurant follows the nautical theme with a relaxing atmosphere and some delicious coastal eats. 

The Ale & Compass Lounge is located adjacent to the restaurant. Here, you can order off the lounge menu and even the restaurant menu. This lounge can fill up quickly at night though, so make sure to grab a seat early if you want to eat or drink here.

The other lounge, Crew’s Cup Lounge,  is right next to Yachtsman Steakhouse and is also temporarily unavailable. We hope that the lounge and restaurant will open soon! 

The quick service location shares a spot with the Yacht Club’s gift shop. When you enter the Market at Ale & Compass, on the right is the gift shop and on the left is the quick service restaurant. They serve coffee, sandwiches, pastries, and more. This is a great place to stop for a quick bite to eat to or from the parks! 

Beaches and Cream Soda Shop is the hidden gem of the Yacht and Beach Club Resorts! This restaurant is located in between the two resorts and serves some wonderful food! They are open for lunch and dinner and they serve sandwiches and burgers. My favorite is their Grilled Cheese sandwich, its delicious! 

However, save room for the best part of this restaurant. The ice cream! They have shakes, floats, and sundaes! You can’t go wrong with whatever you choose. If you’re feeling really brave though, try the Kitchen Sink sundae. This sundae is meant for 4 or more people, and includes every topping and a whole can of whipped cream! I have attempted it twice, and I still haven’t been able to finish it. Maybe you can! 

Hurricane Hanna’s Grill is the pool bar located right next to Stormalong Bay. They have a few food items and some refreshing drinks. 

If you’ve tried everything at the Yacht Club and want something different, head over to the Beach Club! Here you can find even more restaurants and tasty eats!

Yacht Club Swimming Pools

The Yacht and Beach Club have hands down the best swimming pools on Disney World property. It’s considered more of a small water park than swimming pools because it’s so large! 

Stormalong Bay is 3 acres of refreshing fun! It includes a large sand bottomed pool and a lazy river. There are waterfalls, a volleyball net in the pool, and a water slide. 

This water slide is no joke. You climb a large shipwrecked ship all the way to the top and then slide down this long and exciting slide! Stormalong Bay even has a “beach” area with sand to play with! After all that fun, go relax in one of 3 whirlpool spas.

Right by the entrance to the water slide is a small kid play area with a mini water slide. This is a great introduction to the big slide for nervous kids! 

Don’t need all the excitement of Stormalong Bay? There are also 3 leisure pools at the Yacht and Beach Club for guests to enjoy.

If you plan on staying at the Yacht Club, you must plan a resort day into your schedule! Make some time for this awesome mini water park and relax away from the parks! You won’t regret it. 

Amenities At The Yacht Club Resort

There are so many fun amenities and things to do at Disney’s Yacht Club. When it comes to activities, there are fishing excursions, a tennis court, a sand volleyball court, jogging trails, motorized boat rentals, an arcade, and a fitness center. Just ask the front desk if you’d like to book a fishing excursion or rent a boat to go out on the water! 

The Yacht Club even has a spa! Ship Shape Massage Salon is a full service spa that can do massages, facials, hairstyling, and nails. We all need a relaxing day every once and awhile! Why not enjoy the spa on your day off from the parks?

The resort also has campfire activities, movies under the stars, and a Pirate Adventure Cruise (which is unfortunately temporarily unavailable at the moment). The Yacht Club is within walking distance of the Fantasia Gardens & Fairways Miniature Golf. Go show off your mini golf skills at this adorably themed course!

This resort really has a lot of fun things for you and your family to enjoy! You will definitely want to take a day away from the parks to enjoy this amazing resort! 

Overall Thoughts On Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

We at Disney Trippers absolutely love Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. The whole place is incredibly peaceful and beautiful. It has the perfect mix of being family friendly and adult friendly with lots of things to do. So whether you’re traveling with a bunch of adults or your kids, everyone will enjoy it! 

Most everything is in super close distance to this resort. The only time you will have to take the bus is to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Disney Spring, or the water parks. The other parks and some resorts are really easy to get to, making this a top notch location for a resort.

If you have a day off from the parks, make sure to enjoy all of the amenities the Yacht Club has to offer. You could spend a whole day just having fun at the resort! You definitely don’t want to miss out on this place!

Have you ever stayed at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort? If so, did you enjoy it as much as we do? What do you liked to do while staying there? We want to hear your opinions on this Disney resort! 

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February 23, 2021 at 3:18 pm

We stayed at the Disney Yacht Club the last time we were at DW. We loved it. The staff was outstanding. It was an adult family vacation, and due to different work schedules, some family members had to fly in at different times. The staff accommodated each one and made them feel as if they already knew them. We loved the location as we could walk to different locations. We tried the Kitchen Sink sundae, but couldn’t finish it. We sure had fun trying. We actually took one day to enjoy the resort and were not disappointed. We spent time in the swimming pool, which was amazing with the sand bottom. Lunch was an delicious lobster roll and we finished off at the steakhouse. I would certainly recommend this resort to all who are considering a trip to Disney World.

February 23, 2021 at 9:27 pm

Thank you for sharing!!!! We LOVE this resort too!!!

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Set Sail with Donald and the Christmas 2023 Yacht Club Pin!

by Kristin Sabol · November 8, 2023

The holiday season is here and the Walt Disney World Resort is transforming more and more each day!

From the Gingerbread House at Grand Floridian , to the Christmas tree at Magic Kingdom , to the Holiday Decor at Hollywood Studios , everywhere you look- it’s beginning to look a lot like a Christmas.

Grand Floridian gingerbread house

Even the resorts get in on the holiday fun, and if you love Disney’s Yacht Club, we discovered a great holiday find you will love!

Donald Yacht Club Christmas Resort Pin 2023

The Disney Holiday Resort pins are super popular and just released. How cute are the pins for Disney’s Boardwalk, the Beach Club, and the Yacht Club?

The newly released pin features Donald in a bright blue stocking! Nautical images, including an anchor and rope decorate the front of the pin! 

Donald is shown saluting in front of a festive fireplace with candles and garland. Too cute!

This cute holiday pin was spotted at the gift shop inside Disney’s Yacht Club. It is a limited edition of 2000 pieces.

The Disney resorts Christmas pin retails for $19.99. This is perfect for any Walt Disney World fan!

Be sure to stop by and check it out. 

Disney Resorts Christmas 2023 Pin Collection at Disney Parks

Photo: Disney Pins Blog

The collection includes 24 pins and are available at various Pin Traders and merchandise locations around the resort.

Image: MickeyBlog

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Resort Amenities

In-Room Floral & Gifts

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Delight that special person in your life with a personalized in-room surprise—such as vibrant flowers and fun gifts!

Whether celebrating a birthday, anniversary, first visit or romantic occasion, In-Room Floral & Gifts are sure to bring joy.

Choose from beautiful gift baskets, snack baskets, themed balloon bouquets and enchanting floral arrangements—all designed to celebrate your special moments while visiting Walt Disney World Resort.

Explore great gifts and surprises —or call (888) 814-8718 to learn more!

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Resort Transportation

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Get around Walt Disney World Resort with ease using these convenient, complimentary transportation options.

Disney Skyliner Transportation This new gondola system offers a bird’s-eye view while connecting Guests to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios from select Disney Resort hotels. A Disney Skyliner station is conveniently located at the International Gateway to EPCOT—just a quick stroll away from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.

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Disney Bus Transportation Most areas throughout Walt Disney World Resort—including theme parks, water parks, Disney Resort hotels and the Disney Springs area—are accessible by complimentary bus transportation. The bus stop at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is located a short walk from the lobby.

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A More Magical Stay Starts with "Hey Disney!”

The "Hey Disney!" voice assistant experience features tons of character fun plus a helpful host, who can order you extra towels and answer lots of your park questions.

Minnie Van™ Service

Dash about in Disney style with Minnie Van service Connected by Lyft for travel within Walt Disney World Resort. Please note: this service is separate from your vacation package and subject to additional charges.

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Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet

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Explore parking options at this Disney Resort hotel.

• Overnight self-parking is complimentary to Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels at Walt Disney World Resort.
• Valet Parking is $39 per night (includes sales tax)
• Standard self-parking is complimentary for day Guests while they enjoy select dining, shopping, entertainment and recreation experiences at this Disney Resort hotel.

Services and fees are subject to change without notice.

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Online Check-In

A 24-hour ATM is located near the Front Desk.

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Visit the Front Desk to exchange foreign currencies.

Business Center

Fax, copy, print, ship and more at the Business Center, located just inside the Convention Center.

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Designated Smoking Areas

Disney Meetings & Events

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Planning a meeting? The Convention Center at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts offers 73,000 square feet of flexible meeting and function space for events large and small. Between meetings, your team can rent motor boats, relax on white-sand shores and enjoy mouthwatering cuisine.

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Housekeeping Service

When you stay at a Disney Resort hotel, enjoy peace of mind knowing that your room will be thoroughly cleaned prior to your arrival and will receive full housekeeping service daily for the duration of your stay.

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Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services

Enjoy 24-hour self-service laundry rooms near Admiral Pool, plus dry cleaning and valet laundry services.

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Mail Services

Send pre-stamped postcards and letters from the Front Desk, as well as pre-packed, pre-labeled packages. Read More

Send pre-stamped postcards and letters from the Front Desk, as well as pre-packed, pre-labeled packages. Stamps are available for purchase at Beach Club Marketplace.

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Club Level Concierge

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Visit the Club Level Concierge to purchase tickets, make dining reservations and more.

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Disney Signature Services

Guests staying in Club-level rooms and suites are eligible for personalized vacation-planning support.

Spa & Fitness

Get toned at Ship Shape Massage Salon Fitness —a full-service facility featuring equipment, massages and more.

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