Contemporary Resort
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4600 N. World Drive
Lake Buena Vista, 32830
Phone: (407) 824-1000
Fax: (407) 824-3539
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Deluxe Resort Classification
Located in the Magic Kingdom resort area
Check In: 3:00 p.m. / Check Out: 11:00 a.m.
The Contemporary Resort is currently undergoing a transformation. Although the resort was opened in 1971, the rooms received their latest update in 2006, complete with contemporary colors and flat screen TVs.
Now, the new Bay Lake Towers have been added. Guests will first be checking into this new Disney Vacation Club location on August 4, 2009. In-room grocery delivery should begin to the Towers at that time as well.
The Contemporary, like all Disney resorts, are smoke-free. Designated outdoor smoking areas are indicated on the Resort Map.
Resort Refurbishments: None at this time.
Resort Theme:
Contemporary Resort is themed as a modern resort.
 
Resort Rooms
There are two sections of this resort, the garden wing, and the better known tower rooms. The garden wing is a shorter section of the resort near Bay Lake. The standard room sleeps 5 with two queen beds and a daybed in each room. The garden rooms offer both standard and garden views. The tower rooms offer either Magic Kingdom views or Bay Lake views. There are also a variety of suites available in each section of the resort.
655 Guest Rooms
Disabled accessible rooms available
Building offers elevators and interior corridors
Alarm Clock
Balcony/Patio
Ceiling Fan
Coffee Maker & Setup
Wireless (Wi-Fi) Internet Access (additional fee required)
DVD Player
Hair Dryer
In-Room Wall Safe
Iron and Board
Mini-Refrigerator
Microwave
Table & Chairs
Telephone
Satellite TV with Disney Programming
Voice Mail
Vanity Area
 
Resort Rates:
2009 Rates
2009 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
|
Garden Wing - Standard View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Garden Wing - Garden View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Garden Wing - King (3) |
Garden Wing - Deluxe Room (4)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Tower Bay Lake View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Value
Jan 1-15 |
$280 |
$330 |
$355 |
$355 |
$390 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 16-18 |
$300 |
$350 |
$375 |
$375 |
$410 |
Value
Jan 19 - Feb 12 |
$280 |
$330 |
$355 |
$355 |
$390 |
President's Day
Feb 13 - 15 |
$380 |
$340 |
$460 |
$480 |
$520 |
Peak
Feb 16 - April 3
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$360 |
$420 |
$440 |
$460 |
$500 |
$380 |
$440 |
$460 |
$480 |
$520 |
Easter
April 4 - 18 |
$380 |
$440 |
$460 |
$480 |
$520 |
Regular
Apr. 19 - July 2 |
$325 |
$375 |
$395 |
$410 |
$445 |
Independence Day
July 3 - 5 |
$345 |
$395 |
$415 |
$430 |
$465 |
Regular
July 6 - July 18 |
$325 |
$375 |
$395 |
$410 |
$445 |
Value
July 19 - Oct 1 |
$280 |
$330 |
$355 |
$355 |
$390 |
Regular
Oct 2 - Nov 24 |
$225 |
$375 |
$395 |
$410 |
$445 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 25 - 28 |
$445 |
$395 |
$415 |
$430 |
$465 |
Value
Nov 29 - Dec 17 |
$280 |
$330 |
$355 |
$355 |
$390 |
Holiday
Dec 18 - Dec 24 |
$435 |
$485 |
$505 |
$525 |
$555 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - 31 |
$455 |
$505 |
$525 |
$545 |
$575 |
An additional adult charge of $25 per night applies when there are over two adults in a room at the Deluxe Resorts. Prices, benefits, and other terms are subject to change without notice. Weekend rates (Friday - Saturday) apply during Regular, Summer, Peak and Holiday seasons.
2009 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
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Tower Magic Kingdom View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Standard Room - Atruim Club (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Magic Kingdom View - Atrium Club Level Access (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Standard Room - King - Tower Club (2) |
Standard Room - Tower Club (4) |
Value
Jan 1-15 |
$430 |
$530 |
$570 |
$600 |
$600 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 16-18 |
$450 |
$550 |
$590 |
$620 |
$620 |
Value
Jan 19 - Feb 12 |
$430 |
$530 |
$570 |
$600 |
$600 |
President's Day
Feb 13 - 15 |
$575 |
$690 |
$745 |
$750 |
$750 |
Peak
Feb 16 - April 3
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$555 |
$670 |
$725 |
$730 |
$730 |
$575 |
$690 |
$745 |
$750 |
$750 |
Easter
April 4 - 18 |
$575 |
$690 |
$745 |
$750 |
$750 |
Regular
Apr. 19 - July 2 |
$490 |
$600 |
$645 |
$655 |
$655 |
Independence Day
July 3 - 5 |
$510 |
$620 |
$665 |
$675 |
$675 |
Regular
July 6 - July 18 |
$490 |
$600 |
$645 |
$655 |
$655 |
Value
July 19 - Oct 1 |
$430 |
$530 |
$570 |
$600 |
$600 |
Regular
Oct 2 - Nov 24 |
$490 |
$600 |
$645 |
$655 |
$655 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 25 - 28 |
$510 |
$620 |
$665 |
$675 |
$675 |
Value
Nov 29 - Dec 17 |
$430 |
$530 |
$570 |
$600 |
$600 |
Holiday
Dec 18 - Dec 24 |
$615 |
$755 |
$815 |
$810 |
$815 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - 31 |
$635 |
$775 |
$835 |
$830 |
$835 |
An additional adult charge of $25 per night applies when there are over two adults in a room at the Deluxe Resorts. Prices, benefits, and other terms are subject to change without notice. Weekend rates (Friday - Saturday) apply during Regular, Summer, Peak and Holiday seasons.
2009 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
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Garden Wing - 1 Bedroom Suite (7) |
Garden Wing - Hospitality Suite (6) |
Bay Lake View 1 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (6) |
Magic Kingdom View 1 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (6) |
Bay Lake View 2 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (8)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Value
Jan 1-15 |
$910 |
$960 |
$1,195 |
$1,275 |
$1,755 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 16-18 |
$930 |
$980 |
$1,215 |
$1,295 |
$1,775 |
Value
Jan 19 - Feb 12 |
$910 |
$960 |
$1,195 |
$1,275 |
$1,755 |
President's Day
Feb 13 - 15 |
$1,165 |
$1,210 |
$1,470 |
$1,570 |
$2,140 |
Peak
Feb 16 - April 3
Weekday
Weekend |
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$1,145 |
$1,190 |
$1,450 |
$1,550 |
$2,120 |
$1,165 |
$1,210 |
$1,470 |
$1,570 |
$2,140 |
Easter
April 4 - 18 |
$1,165 |
$1,210 |
$1,470 |
$1,570 |
$2,140 |
Regular
Apr. 19 - July 2 |
$1,105 |
$1,050 |
$1,300 |
$1,395 |
$1,925 |
Independence Day
July 3 - 5 |
$1,025 |
$1,070 |
$1,320 |
$1,415 |
$1,945 |
Regular
July 6 - July 18 |
$1,005 |
$1,050 |
$1,300 |
$1,395 |
$1,925 |
Value
July 19 - Oct 1 |
$910 |
$960 |
$1,195 |
$1,275 |
$1,755 |
Regular
Oct 2 - Nov 24 |
$1,005 |
$1,050 |
$1,300 |
$1,395 |
$1,925 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 25 - 28 |
$1,025 |
$1,070 |
$1,320 |
$1,415 |
$1,945 |
Value
Nov 29 - Dec 17 |
$910 |
$960 |
$1,195 |
$1,275 |
$1,755 |
Holiday
Dec 18 - Dec 24 |
$1,330 |
$1,365 |
$1,665 |
$1,775 |
$2,440 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - 31 |
$1,350 |
$1,385 |
$1,685 |
$1,795 |
$2,460 |
An additional adult charge of $25 per night applies when there are over two adults in a room at the Deluxe Resorts. Prices, benefits, and other terms are subject to change without notice. Weekend rates (Friday - Saturday) apply during Regular, Summer, Peak and Holiday seasons.
2009 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
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Magic Kingdom View 2 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (10) |
Bay Lake View VP Suite - Tower Club (8) |
Magic Kingdom View Presidential Suite - Tower Club (8) |
Value
Jan 1-15 |
$1,830 |
$1,940 |
$2,030 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 16-18 |
$1,850 |
$1,960 |
$2,050 |
Value
Jan 19 - Feb 12 |
$1,830 |
$1,940 |
$2,030 |
President's Day
Feb 13 - 15 |
$2,235 |
$2,355 |
$2,515 |
Peak
Feb 16 - April 3
Weekday
Weekend |
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$2,215 |
$2,335 |
$2,495 |
$2,235 |
$2,355 |
$2,515 |
Easter
April 4 - 18 |
$2,235 |
$2,355 |
$2,515 |
Regular
Apr. 19 -July 2 |
$2,025 |
$2,135 |
$2,250 |
Independence Day
July 3 - 5 |
$2,045 |
$2,155 |
$2,270 |
Regular
July 6 - July 18 |
$2,025 |
$2,135 |
$2,250 |
Value
Jul 19 - Oct 1 |
$1,830 |
$1,940 |
$2,030 |
Regular
Oct 2 - Nov 24 |
$2,025 |
$2,135 |
$2,250 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 25 - 28 |
$2,045 |
$2,155 |
$2,270 |
Value
Nov 29 - Dec 17 |
$1,830 |
$1,940 |
$2,030 |
Holiday
Dec 18 - Dec 24 |
$2,490 |
$2,640 |
$2,865 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - 31 |
$2,510 |
$2,660 |
$2,885 |
2010 Rates
2010 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
|
Garden Wing - Standard View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Garden Wing - Garden View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Standard - King (3) |
Garden Wing - Deluxe Room (4)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Tower Bay Lake View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
New Years
Jan 1 - 2 |
$455 |
$505 |
$525 |
$545 |
$575 |
Value
Jan 3 - 6 |
$285 |
$335 |
$370 |
$370 |
$400 |
Marathon
Jan 7 - 9 |
$305 |
$355 |
$390 |
$390 |
$420 |
Value
Jan 10 - 14 |
$285 |
$335 |
$370 |
$370 |
$400 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 15 - 17 |
$310 |
$360 |
$395 |
$395 |
$425 |
Value
Jan 18 - Feb 11 |
$285 |
$335 |
$370 |
$370 |
$400 |
President's Day
Feb 12 - 14 |
$390 |
$455 |
$495 |
$495 |
$550 |
Peak
Feb 15 - Mar 27
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$365 |
$430 |
$470 |
$470 |
$525 |
$390 |
$455 |
$495 |
$495 |
$550 |
Easter
March 28 - 10 |
$390 |
$455 |
$495 |
$495 |
$550 |
Regular
Apr. 11 - July 1
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$330 |
$385 |
$420 |
$420 |
$455 |
$350 |
$405 |
$440 |
$440 |
$475 |
Independence Day
July 2 - 4 |
$350 |
$410 |
$445 |
$445 |
$480 |
Summer
July 5 - Aug 14
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$330 |
$385 |
$420 |
$420 |
$455 |
$350 |
$405 |
$440 |
$440 |
$475 |
Value
Aug 15 - Sep 30 |
$285 |
$335 |
$370 |
$370 |
$400 |
Regular
Oct 1 - Oct 9 |
$330 |
$385 |
$420 |
$420 |
$455 |
Columbus Day
Oct 8 - 10 |
$350 |
$405 |
$440 |
$440 |
$475 |
Regular
Oct 11 - Nov 23 |
$330 |
$385 |
$420 |
$420 |
$455 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 24 - 27 |
$360 |
$415 |
$450 |
$450 |
$485 |
Value
Nov 28 - Dec 16 |
$285 |
$335 |
$370 |
$370 |
$400 |
Holiday
Dec 17 - Dec 24 |
$455 |
$500 |
$535 |
$535 |
$565 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2011 |
$485 |
$530 |
$565 |
$565 |
$595 |
An additional adult charge of $25 per night applies when there are over two adults in a room at the Deluxe Resorts. Prices, benefits, and other terms are subject to change without notice. Weekend rates (Friday - Saturday) apply during Regular, Summer, Peak and Holiday seasons.
2010 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
|
Tower Magic Kingdom View (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Standard Room - Atruim Club (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Magic Kingdom View - Atrium Club Level Access (5)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
Standard Room - King - Tower Club (2) |
Standard Room - Tower Club (4) |
New Years
Jan 1 - 2 |
$635 |
$775 |
$835 |
$830 |
$835 |
Value
Jan 3 - 6 |
$440 |
$540 |
$580 |
$625 |
$625 |
Marathon
Jan 7 - 9 |
$460 |
$560 |
$600 |
$645 |
$645 |
Value
Jan 10 - 14 |
$440 |
$540 |
$580 |
$625 |
$625 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 15 - 17 |
$465 |
$565 |
$605 |
$650 |
$650 |
Value
Jan 18 - Feb 11 |
$555 |
$670 |
$725 |
$730 |
$730 |
President's Day
Feb 12 - 14 |
$605 |
$710 |
$765 |
$790 |
$790 |
Peak
Feb 15 - Mar 27
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$580 |
$685 |
$740 |
$765 |
$765 |
$605 |
$710 |
$765 |
$790 |
$790 |
Easter
March 28 - 10 |
$605 |
$710 |
$765 |
$790 |
$790 |
Regular
Apr. 11 - July 1
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$500 |
$610 |
$655 |
$685 |
$685 |
$520 |
$630 |
$675 |
$705 |
$705 |
Independence Day
July 2 - 4 |
$525 |
$635 |
$680 |
$710 |
$710 |
Summer
July 5 - Aug 14
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$500 |
$610 |
$655 |
$685 |
$685 |
$520 |
$630 |
$675 |
$705 |
$705 |
Value
Aug 15 - Sep 30 |
$440 |
$540 |
$580 |
$625 |
$625 |
Regular
Oct 1 - Oct 9 |
$500 |
$610 |
$655 |
$685 |
$685 |
Columbus Day
Oct 8 - 10 |
$520 |
$630 |
$675 |
$705 |
$705 |
Regular
Oct 11 - Nov 23 |
$500 |
$610 |
$655 |
$685 |
$685 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 24 - 27 |
$530 |
$640 |
$685 |
$715 |
$715 |
Value
Nov 28 - Dec 16 |
$440 |
$540 |
$580 |
$625 |
$625 |
Holiday
Dec 17 - Dec 24 |
$625 |
$770 |
$830 |
$850 |
$850 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2011 |
$655 |
$800 |
$860 |
$880 |
$880 |
An additional adult charge of $25 per night applies when there are over two adults in a room at the Deluxe Resorts. Prices, benefits, and other terms are subject to change without notice. Weekend rates (Friday - Saturday) apply during Regular, Summer, Peak and Holiday seasons.
2010 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
|
Garden Wing - 1 Bedroom Suite (7) |
Garden Wing - Hospitality Suite (6) |
Bay Lake View 1 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (6) |
Magic Kingdom View 1 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (6) |
Bay Lake View 2 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (8)
Addtl Adult Fee - $25 |
New Years
Jan 1 - 2 |
$1350 |
$1385 |
$1,685 |
$1,795 |
$2,460 |
Value
Jan 3 - 6 |
$930 |
$980 |
$1,220 |
$1,300 |
$1,790 |
Marathon
Jan 7 - 9 |
$950 |
$1,000 |
$1,240 |
$1,320 |
$1,810 |
Value
Jan 10 - 14 |
$930 |
$980 |
$1,220 |
$1,300 |
$1,790 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 15 - 17 |
$955 |
$1,005 |
$1,245 |
$1,325 |
$1,815 |
Value
Jan 18 - Feb 11 |
$930 |
$980 |
$1,220 |
$1,300 |
$1,790 |
President's Day
Feb 12 - 14 |
$1,195 |
$1,240 |
$1,505 |
$1,605 |
$2,185 |
Peak
Feb 15 - Mar 27
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$1,170 |
$1,215 |
$1,480 |
$1,580 |
$2,160 |
$1,195 |
$1,240 |
$1,505 |
$1,605 |
$2,185 |
Easter
March 28 - 10 |
$1,195 |
$1,240 |
$1,505 |
$1,605 |
$2,185 |
Regular
Apr. 11 - July 1
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$1,025 |
$1,070 |
$1,325 |
$1,425 |
$1,990 |
$1,045 |
$1,090 |
$1,345 |
$1,445 |
$2,010 |
Independence Day
July 2 - 4 |
$1,050 |
$1,095 |
$1,350 |
$1,450 |
$2,015 |
Summer
July 5 - Aug 14
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$1,025 |
$1,070 |
$1,325 |
$1,425 |
$1,990 |
$1,045 |
$1,090 |
$1,345 |
$1,445 |
$2,010 |
Value
Aug 15 - Sep 30 |
$930 |
$980 |
$1,220 |
$1,300 |
$1,790 |
Regular
Oct 1 - Oct 9 |
$1,025 |
$1,070 |
$1,325 |
$1,425 |
$1,990 |
Columbus Day
Oct 8 - 10 |
$1,045 |
$1,090 |
$1,345 |
$1,445 |
$2,010 |
Regular
Oct 11 - Nov 23 |
$1,025 |
$1,070 |
$1,220 |
$1,300 |
$1,990 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 24 - 27 |
$1,055 |
$1,100 |
$1,355 |
$1,566 |
$2,020 |
Value
Nov 28 - Dec 16 |
$930 |
$980 |
$1,220 |
$1,300 |
$1,790 |
Holiday
Dec 17 - Dec 24 |
$1,375 |
$1,390 |
$1,700 |
$1,810 |
$2,525 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2011 |
$1,405 |
$1,420 |
$1,730 |
$1,840 |
$2,555 |
An additional adult charge of $25 per night applies when there are over two adults in a room at the Deluxe Resorts. Prices, benefits, and other terms are subject to change without notice. Weekend rates (Friday - Saturday) apply during Regular, Summer, Peak and Holiday seasons.
2010 Rates Per Night - 12.5% tax not included |
Dates |
Room Type (Max Occupancy *Plus one child under age 3 in a crib) |
|
Magic Kingdom View 2 Bedroom Suite - Tower Club (10) |
Bay Lake View VP Suite - Tower Club (8) |
Magic Kingdom View Presidential Suite - Tower Club (8) |
New Years
Jan 1 - 2 |
$2,510 |
$2,660 |
$2,885 |
Value
Jan 3 - 6 |
$1,860 |
$1,980 |
$2,070 |
Marathon
Jan 7 - 9 |
$1,885 |
$2,000 |
$2,090 |
Value
Jan 10 - 14 |
$1,860 |
$1,980 |
$2,070 |
Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 15 - 17 |
$1,890 |
$2,005 |
$2,095 |
Value
Jan 18 - Feb 11 |
$1,860 |
$1,980 |
$2,070 |
President's Day
Feb 12 - 14 |
$2,285 |
$2,405 |
$2,630 |
Peak
Feb 15 - Mar 27
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$2,260 |
$2,380 |
$2,605 |
$2,285 |
$2,405 |
$2,630 |
Easter
March 28 - 10 |
$2,285 |
$2,405 |
$2,630 |
Regular
Apr. 11 - July 1
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$2,085 |
$2,180 |
$2,295 |
$2,105 |
$2,200 |
$2,315 |
Independence Day
July 2 - 4 |
$2,110 |
$2,205 |
$2,20 |
Summer
July 5 - Aug 14
Weekday
Weekend |
|
$2,085 |
$2,180 |
$2,295 |
$2,105 |
$2,200 |
$2,315 |
Value
Aug 15 - Sep 30 |
$1,860 |
$1,980 |
$2,070 |
Regular
Oct 1 - Oct 9 |
$2,085 |
$2,180 |
$2,295 |
Columbus Day
Oct 8 - 10 |
$2,105 |
$2,200 |
$2,315 |
Regular
Oct 11 - Nov 23 |
$2,085 |
$2,180 |
$2,295 |
Thanksgiving
Nov 24 - 27 |
$2,115 |
$2,210 |
$2,325 |
Value
Nov 28 - Dec 16 |
$1,860 |
$1,980 |
$2,070 |
Holiday
Dec 17 - Dec 24 |
$2,540 |
$2,695 |
$2,920 |
Holiday
Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2011 |
$2,570 |
$2,725 |
$2,950 |
Resort Dining:
Three Quick Service locations
Tempo Grab and Go
Contemporary Grounds Coffee Bar
Contempo Cafe
Lounges
Pool Bar
Three Full Service restaurants:
California Grill
Chef Mickey's Character Dining
The Wave
In-Room Dining: 24 hours
Refillable mugs are available for purchase at the Contempo Cafe for $12.99 plus tax.
Resort Recreation:
2 Pools
Feature Pool: 6500 sq ft which includes a 17-foot high curving slide. The smaller Bay Lake Pool is a round, quiet pool which is shallow on the outside and deeper in the center.
Interactive water fountains
2 whirlpool spas
Children's playground
Arcade
Tennis Courts
Shuffleboard and Bocce Ball Courts
Marina/boat rental
Water cruises
Water sports
Fishing
Beach area
Volleyball
Jogging trail
Health club
Barbecue Pavilion
Massage/spa services
Disney movies in pool area on select nights
Electrical Water Pageant view
Pool Side Cabanas:
There are 4 poolside Cabanas for rent located in the four corners of the Bay Lake Pool. Cabanas include 2 chaise lounge chairs, 2 chaise beds, locking cabinet, DVD Player (upon request), LCD TV with cable, ipod docking station, mini-frig w/complimentary sodas & water, and complimentary fruit basket. Morning (10 am-2 pm) or Afternoon (3 pm-7pm) rentals cost $100 per session. All day rental is $185. Maximum accommodation is 6 people. Private dining and massages are available upon request at an additional cost.
 
Resort Shopping:
Fantasia stocks Disney character apparel and souvenirs as well as logo merchandise. You can also find a large assortment of Disney pins
Fantasia Market is a new sundries shop that carries cigars, cigarettes, beer, wine, liquor, food items and more.
Bayview Gifts offers homewares, art collectibles, jewelry, clothings watches and assort chocolates and fudge.
Other Services:
Self service laundry facilities
Valet laundry service
Business Center
Convention/meeting space
Salon/barber services
Valet parking
Resort Transportation:
Disney's monorail service is available to the Magic Kingdom and via transfer to Epcot. The monorail station is on the 4th floor of the resort. Disney's bus service is available to and from this resort to Animal Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Downtown Disney and the water parks. The bus locations are to the right of the lobby as you exit the hotel. A walking path to the Magic Kingdom is also available as you walk past the bus stops.
Transportation Times Between Contemporary Resort
and Disney Destinations
These times are approximate, provided to give you an idea of average travel times. Please plan on up to a 15 minute wait for Disney transportation.
Magic Kingdom - 12 minutes walking, 19 minutes monorail
Epcot - 22 minutes by monorail, 22 minutes by car
Disney's Hollywood Studios - 21 minutes by bus, 23 minutes by car
Disney’s Animal Kingdom - 25 minutes by bus, 20 minutes by car
Downtown Disney - 30 minutes by bus, 19 minutes by car
Blizzard Beach water park - 24 minutes by bus, 18 minutes by car
Typhoon Lagoon water park - 25 minutes by bus, 20 minutes by car
Resort Childcare:
In-room child care is available at all resorts.
From Our MouseForLess Members:
MouseForLess Interesting Facts about the resort:
The monorail runs right through the middle of this resort. - Marie Lemmon.
This was the ORIGINAL Disney Resort, though at the time, I think it was merely a "Hotel". It was built using the newest high tech construction techniques, building a frame and inserting prefinished rooms by crane into slots in each side. The dedication was hosted by Glen Campbell, very big at the time, and Bob Hope, always big! - Jud
MouseForLess Room Request Tips:
For tower rooms, everything is pretty much centralized. One thing I noticed was that the monorail wasn't as noisy as I thought it would be. I only heard it when I actually listened for it. The biggest noise problem for me was Chef Mickey's, especially at 7am. For quieter rooms, request to be on the highest floor and as far away from Chef Mickey's as possible. - Jennifer Henry
MouseForLess Hidden Treasures:
The big metal mouse ears outside and in the back of the resort is a great place to take pictures. We do this every year to see how the kids have grown. In the evening, you can watch the water parade from there as well. - Marie G
The "Flying Balconies" up on the top floor outside the California Grill and on the other side are accessible to California Grill Guest and offer great overviews of the Magic Kingdom and are also a favored viewing spot for the MK Fireworks. There is also a publicly accessible outside balcony at the north end of the 4th floor concourse, though this might be closed during the renovations currently going on.- Jud
MouseForLess Tips for Romance:
Rent a boat and checkout the wedding chapel. The California Grill restaurant is very romantic; be sure to get a window seat for the fireworks. - Marie G
MouseForLess Tips for Families:
This is a great resort for those with children. It is incredibly easy to get around and the Contemporary is a central hub. You can walk to the Magic Kingdom, ride the monorail directly from the hotel to Epcot, or take a boat to Fort Wilderness to pet animals. Chef Mickey's is our kids favorite restaurant. Whether we stay there or not we always go there to eat. The pool is great for adults and kids. The beach is nice too. - Marie G
MouseForLess Tips for Large Travel Groups:
There are 2-bedroom suites available on the concierge level in the tower that will accommodate 10 people.
MouseForLess Tips for Guests with Special needs:
As with all Disney resorts, all rooms are now non-smoking. All buildings offer elevators and stairs with interior corridors. The Contemporary does offer accessible rooms, and if you think you'll need one, ask for it. I don't think the standard room bathrooms are too accommodating for those that may need a little more space to maneuver safely. - Jennifer Henry
MouseForLess Tips for WDW Newbies:
The best thing about staying at the Contemporary is the simple fact of you are in walking distance to the main entrance of the Magic Kingdom, that is the entrance under the train station, not the ticket and transportation center. - Bruce
The area behind the resort is also publicly accessible and is a nice close-by, quiet area for a break from a busy morning at the Magic Kingdom. Lounge chairs and tables are there to sit and relax and enjoy the peaceful environment by the lake. - Jud
MouseForLess Tips for Budget Travelers:
I find that WDW often offers great reduced prices for this resort. We have stayed there during Memorial Weekend twice and both times paid about 1/2 price. Once we wanted reservations at a moderate resort, which was booked and Disney offered the Contemporary for $20.00 more a night than the moderate. - Marie G
MouseForLess Tips for Luxury Travelers:
If you're looking for an extra treat, definitely stay on the concierge level. The Contemporary Atrium Club is a great place to relax, meet up with family or just stop by for a quick snack. I found the staff extremely helpful and friendly. Make sure to grab a beverage and snack in the evening and enjoy the Magic Kingdom fireworks from the balcony, complete with piped in music! - Jennifer Henry
Make sure to make a reservation for dinner at the California Grill on the 14th floor of the resort during the presentation of Wishes. The view, food and service are phenomenal! - Mike Corbo
Updated August 4, 2009
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