Disney's Old Key West Resort

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A hearty "welcome home" is an appropriate greeting as you enter the gates of Disney's Old Key West Resort. This "home away from home" resort is designed for relaxation with its quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The 2 and 3 story bungalows are colored in soft, relaxing pastels of blue, pink and green, with tin roofs and gingerbread accents. This is reminiscent of the quaint villas of the turn of the century Key West. The lush landscaping with its flowering bushes, tropical plants and swaying palm trees are found amidst the waterways that wind throughout this large, spread out resort. In typical Disney style, the detail extends to shell and starfish imprints in the cement walkways and the "not so hidden" Mickey heads in the ornate white railings. Old Key West is a Disney Vacation Club resort, but vacant rooms are made available to the general public on a per night basis as with any other Disney resort.

The easy life is the theme of Old Key West’s villas. Furnished with plush armchairs and bedding, the rooms invite you to kick back and relax. A beach motif is carried throughout the rooms with muted pastels and décor accents of seashells and seagulls.

The Old Key West Resort features large living areas, with beautiful views of the Lake Buena Vista golf course, neighboring woodlands, or the waterways. Four types of accommodations are available here: Deluxe Studios, One Bedroom Suites, Two Bedroom Suites and the Three-Bedroom Grand Villa. Full bathrooms have ceramic tiled floors and storage area in the vanity under the sink. The kitchenette area includes a start-up supply of coffee in addition to coffee mugs, glasses, paper bowls and plates, and plastic cutlery. The picturesque view can be enjoyed from the private balcony or patio. Handicapped accessible rooms are available here.

Studios

• Studio Floor Plan

• Can accommodate a party of 4 (plus child under age 3 in crib) 
• 2 queen-size beds
• Small refrigerator, wet bar, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker
• Flat panel TV and DVD player (upon request) 
• 376 square feet

One Bedroom

• One Bedroom Floor Plan

• Can accommodate a party of 5 (plus child under age 3 in crib) 
• 1 King-size bed, 1 Queen-size sleeper sofa, and 1 twin-size sleeper chair
• Fully-equipped kitchen with full-size appliances, toaster, and coffee maker
• Whirlpool Tub
• Washer and dryer
• Flat panel TV and DVD player (upon request) 
• Private porch or balcony
• 942 square feet

Two Bedroom

• Two Bedroom Floorplan

• Can accommodate a party of 9 (plus child under age 3 in crib) 
• 1 King-size bed, 2 Queen-size beds, 1 Queen-size sleeper sofa, and 1 twin-size sleeper chair
• Fully-equipped kitchen with full-size appliances, toaster, and coffee maker
• Whirlpool tub
• Washer and dryer
• Flat panel TV and DVD player (upon request) 
• Private porch or balcony
• 1,333 square feet

Two Bedroom Lockoff

• Two Bedroom Lockoff Floorplan

• Can accommodate a party of 9 (plus child under age 3 in crib) 
• 1 King-size bed, 2 Queen-size beds, 1 Queen-size sleeper sofa, and 1 twin-size sleeper chair
• Fully-equipped kitchen with full-size appliances, toaster, and coffee maker
• Whirlpool tub
• Washer and dryer
• Flat panel TV and DVD player (upon request) 
• Private porch or balcony
• 1,318 square feet

Three Bedroom Grand Villa

• Three Bedroom Grand Villa Floorplan – First Floor
• Three Bedroom Grand Villa Floorplan – Second Floor

• Can accommodate a party of 12 (plus child under age 3 in crib) 
• 1 king-size bed, 2 queen-size beds, 2 double-size beds, 1 queen-size sleeper sofa
• Fully-equipped kitchen with full-size appliances, toaster, and coffee maker
• Whirlpool tub
• Washer and dryer
• Flat panel TV and DVD player (upon request) 
• Private porch or balcony
• 2,202 square feet

Approximate # of Rooms:

Deluxe Studio: 210, 1 Bedroom Villa: 210, 2 Bedroom Villa (including 2 bedroom lock-offs): 453, 3 Bedroom Grand Villa: 24

# Handicap Accessible Rooms:

Deluxe Studio: 20, 1 Bedroom Villa: 20, 2 Bedroom Villa: 51, 3 Bedroom Grand Villa: 3

Note: Handicap-specific room locations differ according to the disability being accommodated.

Note: The only buildings with elevators are buildings 61-63.

Lounges and Pool Bars

• Gurgling Suitcase: Open 11:30am-12am (full service bar)

Quick-Service

• Good’s Food To Go: Open for breakfast 7am-10:30am (breakfast sandwiches, breakfast platter, fruit, cereal and pastries); Open for lunch 10:30am-11:30am (sandwiches and snacks); Open for dinner 11:30am-10pm (burgers, hotdogs, chicken nuggets, sandwiches, salads and snacks)
• Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks: Open 11am-5pm (hot dogs, pizzas, sandwiches, snacks, wine and beer)

Table-Service

• Olivia’s Cafe: This charming café continues the Florida Keys theme with wood paneling, family photos, casual appeal and its signature dessert, the key lime pie. Laid-back and easy-going, the wait staff takes a more “familiar” rather than “polished” approach. Open for breakfast 7:30am-10:30am (crab cake eggs benedict, banana bread French toast, specialty omelets); Open for lunch and dinner 11:30am-10pm (Mallory cobb salad, shrimp and grits, duval burger, NY strip steak). A weekend brunch is also available from 7:30am-2pm Saturdays and Sundays.

Tip: Olivia’s offers a To Go menu, complete with appetizers, soups, salads and savory entrees.

• Wi-Fi Service (complimentary wi-fi access in guest rooms, main lobbies and main pools)
• Dining Options (table service, quick service and poolside service)
• Designated Smoking Areas
• Locker Rentals (near main pool)
• Luggage Service (luggage assistance, valet parking assistance, dry cleaning)
• Complimentary Self-Parking
• 24-Hour ATM (near front desk at Hospitality House)
• Front Desk Service (banking and mail)
• Childcare Services
• Housekeeping Service (bed sheets changed every 4th night and play yard cribs, additional pillows, disability aids, towel and amenity replenishment upon request)
• Merchandise Delivery and Pickup
• Ice and Vending Machines
• Laundry Self-Service (near each of the 4 pools as well as within the 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom grand villas)
• Concierge Service (purchase tickets, upgrade tickets, special requests)
• Spa and Health Club
• Room Service
• Safekeeping (in-room safes with safe-keeping boxes available at Front Desk)
• Rapid Fill (refillable mugs)
• Wake-up Call Service
• Disability Service (mobility, hearing, visual and service animal accommodations; call (407) 939-7807
• Transportation Service (complimentary Magical Express, bus and boat service)

At Old Key West, the Sandcastle Pool is behind Olivia’s. The focal points are the slide which is encased in a giant sand castle and sauna located inside the iconic lighthouse. A hot tub, kid’s pool and playground can also be found in the pool area.

There are three other additional quiet pool areas sprawled throughout the resort. Pool towels are available at all locations.

A number of poolside activities are scheduled each afternoon. Ranging from arts and crafts to trivia, there is a spectrum of games and challenges for families to participate in while they enjoy the water area.

• Disability Services (pool lifts and other access options)
• Complimentary life jackets
• Swim diapers required for children that aren’t toilet trained (swim diapers can be purchased in merchandise locations)

Flying Fish Gameroom: Open 7am-10pm

Electric Eel Gameroom: Open 7am-10pm

Jogging Trail: Canal and Golf Course Trail (1.5 mile)

Basketball, Volleyball and Tennis Courts: Open 8am-10pm. Complimentary volleyballs, tennis balls, shuffleboard equipment and tennis racquets may be checked out at Hank’s Rent ‘N Return.

Outdoor Campfire and Movie: Each night there is a complimentary showing of a Disney film. Located next to Family Tree, the feature film changes daily (consult recreation calendar given upon guest check-in for time, location and particular movie).

Guided Fishing Excursions: For a fee, an expert guide will host your group during a catch-and-release fishing trip in some of the lakes on Disney property. Available times are 7am, 10am, and 1:30pm. Reservations required (407) WDW-BASS or visit the Concierge desk.

Community Hall Activities: Open 9am-7pm. Stop in for video games, arts and crafts and free DVD rentals. For a fee, there are organized activities to participate in such as ceramics and crafts.

Barbeque Pavilion: Located near the pool next to building 19, the pool next to building 42 and the pool near building 55. Charcoal can be purchased at Conch Flats General Store, and utensils are available at Hank’s Rent ‘N Return.

Playground: Located near Sandcastle Pool, Turtle Pond Pool and Southpoint Pool

Fitness Center

• Open 24 hours with MagicBand or card access
• Strength training and cardio equipment

Conch Flats General Store: Open 7am-11pm (Disney Vacation Club and resort souvenirs, luggage, sundries, snacks and limited grocery items)

Magic Kingdom: Bus

Epcot: Bus

Hollywood Studios: Bus

Animal Kingdom: Bus

Water Parks: Bus

Disney Springs: Bus or Boat

Note: The bus stop is located outside of the lobby and near the conference center with buses departing approximately every 20 minutes. The boat dock is located on the waterfront behind the lobby.

Guests who drive either their own vehicle or a rental car to Walt Disney World should know that a standard overnight self-parking fee of $25 per night will be applied to the guest hotel folio upon check-out. Disney Vacation Club Members using vacation points for their stay are not required to pay parking fees.

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