Caribbean Seaside Resort is a Average resort at Walt Disney World with a tropical theme. This assessment options new room images, ideas on the reimagining, Skyliner gondola transportation, pool & eating information, plus particulars on facilities provided by Riviera Resort, the sister DVC property to CBR. (Up to date June 22, 2025.)
The benefits of Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort principally come down to a few issues. First and most significantly, the Disney Skyliner gondola. Caribbean Seaside Resort is the hub for the Skyliner, with two stations providing entry to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, plus Artwork of Animation, Pop Century, and Riviera Resorts.
We use the Skyliner usually, and are massive followers. It makes for simple noon breaks once you’re doing Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT, and can be advantageous for Early Entry at each parks. Knocking out Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Canine Sprint, Frozen Ever After, or Remy’s Ratatouille Journey (particularly simple because you enter EPCOT by way of Worldwide Gateway through the Skyliner) earlier than the park even opens to day visitors is large. The advantages of the Skyliner can’t be overstated–we want it to the monorail.
Second, there’s the proximity of Caribbean Seaside to Disney’s Riviera Resort, which is the latest Disney Trip Membership property at Walt Disney World. That is situated adjoining to Caribbean Seaside and is a brief stroll over to that tower.
The benefit right here is within the facilities that Disney’s Riviera Resort gives. Whereas Caribbean Seaside Resort visitors can’t pool hop to Riviera (CBR’s function pool is best), you do have entry to nearly all different facilities. You too can take a leisurely stroll across the grounds, because the pathway that circles Barefoot Bay passes by each resorts.
Eating is the massive factor, as Disney’s Riviera Resort has some nice choices. Le Petit Café, Bar Riva, Primo Piatto, and the gelato stand are all strong choices.
We additionally love Topolino’s Terrace–each the Signature Dinner and the Character Breakfast a la Artwork with Mickey & Pals. For more information in regards to the sister property to Caribbean Seaside, seek the advice of our Disney’s Riviera Resort Evaluate.
Lastly, Caribbean Seaside’s is essentially the most fashionable of the Average Resorts. Previous to the opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Seaside underwent a large and multi-year reimagining to reinforce and enhance its facilities and design. This re-imagining was undertaken as a result of Caribbean Seaside Resort is the oldest of the Moderates, and there have been complaints that its amenities are starting to indicate their age.
The Previous Port Royale foyer space and check-in, Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, and Sebastian’s Bistro are all completely new or lately redone. Whereas Coronado Springs Resort obtained related updates alongside the development of Gran Destino Tower, that’s extra disjointed of a resort–like two accommodations in a single. (I suppose the identical may very well be mentioned for Caribbean Seaside and Riviera, however that really is two resorts.)
Specifically, we’re large followers of Sebastian’s Bistro, which is the greatest worth dinner in all of Walt Disney World! The ‘replace’ at Caribbean Seaside was way more substantial than a typical refurbishment, and it was dealt with excellently. Suffice to say, these upgrades re-assert Caribbean Seaside’s place as a top-notch resort.
If you’d like an concept of simply how good these tasks went, take a look at our revised Polynesian vs. Caribbean Seaside Resort Comparability. Preserve the value distinction between the 2 in thoughts when studying that; the Poly is a minimum of double to triple the price of Caribbean Seaside!
As massive followers of Caribbean Seaside, we had quantity of trepidation concerning the resort’s re-imagining, plus the additions of the Skyliner and Disney’s Riviera Resort. We’ve stayed at Caribbean Seaside Resort a number of instances up to now 12 months, and this trio of additives are all largely constructive, even when they’ve eroded a number of the secluded and luxurious tropical vibe of the resort.
Getting all the way down to the enterprise of the resort assessment, let’s begin with an summary. Situated close to Epcot, Caribbean Seaside Resort has respectable proximity to the theme parks. Due to the Skyliner, there’s additionally a novel and environment friendly mode of transportation between CBR and two parks.
Should you’re staying at Caribbean Seaside, our recommendation is to line up for the Skyliner shortly earlier than it begins working in case your plan is to rope drop Epcot or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Traces might be lengthy within the morning, however the Skyliner is extremely environment friendly and Caribbean Seaside’s standing because the “hub” resort for the Skyliner means you’re nonetheless ready lower than visitors coming from Artwork of Animation or Pop Century, who should switch at CBR.
That is one thing we mentioned lately in Skyliner Warning for Rope Dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT. That put up solely applies to Artwork of Animation and Pop Century. It’s not relevant to Caribbean Seaside and even Disney’s Riviera Resort, for that matter. You would possibly discover a line at CBR within the morning, but it surely’ll transfer quick–and fortunately, there’s no switch concerned!
Within the middle of Caribbean Seaside Resort separating a lot of the visitor room buildings from Previous Port Royale is Barefoot Bay, a 45-acre lake. Operating across the lake is a 1.4-mile path, with further paths resulting in all visitor rooms. It looks as if the right resort for a morning run…or racing round to {photograph} the dawn, in the event you’re like me.
Within the middle of all that is, Caribbean Cay, which is an island with a lush picnic and play space. It additionally breaks up the stroll throughout the massive lake.
The resort itself seemingly advantages from its age, as its twenty plus years in existence have given the greenery on the resort an opportunity to turn out to be fairly lush and mature.
Inside this tropical paradise, rooms are unfold amongst 6 villages: Trinidad, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba, and Jamaica.
One of many largest downsides of Caribbean Seaside was that it’s a very unfold out resort. The dimensions coupled with the variety of bus stops could make transportation at Caribbean Seaside Resort an actual problem.
Nevertheless, the brand new Skyliner gondolas completely remove this challenge with regards to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Caribbean Seaside is the one Average Resort providing non-bus transportation to Walt Disney World’s theme parks. That is large, and the benefit it gives can’t be overstated.
Attending to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs from CBR can nonetheless take a while because of the resort’s inner bus loop. This inner loop can added ~10 minutes to transit instances, and in addition imply the bus arrives to your cease almost (or completely) full throughout peak instances.
Due to this, we frequently use Uber to get to and from these parks. It’s one thing price contemplating if you end up annoyed with the bus service at CBR. Remember to value out the Uber earlier than committing to that, as prices can range extensively relying upon demand.
Caribbean Seaside Resort’s principal foyer and visitor check-in is now situated in Previous Port Royale.
That is the place you’ll get picked up and dropped off by Mears Join, decide up grocery supply and different orders. It’s the central hub of the complete resort, the place you’ll discover a present store, meals courtroom, and different facilities. Previous Port Royale is situated in Centertown, and that’s the place just about all the things–save for the Skyliner–is situated by way of key visitor facilities.
The consolidation of the foyer and check-in in Previous Port Royale is a particular enchancment. This space is handy to many visitor rooms, whereas Customized Home wasn’t handy to something.
Together with Saratoga Springs and Previous Key West, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is among the most sprawling resorts at Walt Disney World. My private take is that this offers it extra of a real “resort” really feel with extra to discover, however affordable minds may actually differ on that one.
It’s fairly a trek from essentially the most distant rooms to Previous Port Royale, that means it may very well be a problem to get breakfast. On the plus aspect, it will make you much less prone to eat these instant-eggs and rubber-bacon! (Aren’t I the optimist…)
On the eating entrance, some excellent news is that throughout the resort re-imagining, Coke Freestyle machines had been added all through the resort, and you must have one in all these ~5 minutes out of your room. The resort map you obtain at check-in will point out the place they’re situated.
At Centertown, you’ll discover a trio of eating choices together with a desk service restaurant, meals courtroom for fast service eating, and poolside bar. Listed below are our opinions of every:
Every has a number of can’t-miss, signature objects that we extremely advocate trying out. (Like the fantastic Caribbean Pull-apart Rolls with Guava Butter, Mango Chutney, and Jamaican Jerk Oil pictured above!)
If these choices are inadequate, you possibly can have alcohol and meals to organize for breakfasts delivered to you for a less expensive value–see our Ideas for Grocery Supply at Walt Disney World put up for more information.
Caribbean Seaside has a pleasant marina close to Previous Port Royale, which rents out boats and bicycles.
There are also playgrounds, an arcade, volleyball, sand seashores, and different customary Average Resort facilities out there at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
The Fuentes del Morro function pool at Previous Port Royale is fairly superior. You would possibly as nicely name it Previous Fort Royale, as it’s harking back to the Spanish forts beneath siege at the start of Pirates of the Caribbean.
Everybody is aware of that something pertaining to pirates is certainly superior, so Caribbean Seaside Resort scores critical factors for the pool.
It’s a very cool pool–I take into account it to be top-of-the-line at Walt Disney World. Youngsters (and immature adults like me) would actually get pleasure from “enjoying pirate” in its many forts, full with genuine working (eh, in all probability) cannons.
For these adults who’re extra mature, you possibly can at all times “play pirate” by chugging a bottle of rum and staggering round on one of many white sand seashores at Caribbean Seaside Resort whereas bemoaning the truth that the rum is at all times gone. What may go unsuitable?
Okay, now the visitor rooms. Let’s begin with the perfect and latest choice, that are the ‘Beneath the Sea’ type fifth sleeper rooms within the Trinidad part of the resort.
These had been beforehand the notorious pirate rooms, which had been among the many worst rooms in all of Walt Disney World. Worse but, the Caribbean Seaside entrance desk would typically supply a free “improve” to the pirate rooms to unsuspecting visitors, as they overbooked the remainder of the resort and solely had house left within the “premium” pirate rooms (air quotes round each improve and premium. In any case, these are lifeless and gone.
The pirate rooms have been changed by new ‘Beneath the Sea’ lodging. Take a look at our Evaluate, Images & Video: Little Mermaid Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort for all the things it’s essential learn about these. These Beneath the Sea rooms are incredible for households who need extra space whereas they’re not sleeping, because the pull-down beds make the principle residing space far much less cramped throughout the day.
As a result of all the things wants a nickname, we’ve dubbed these as Caribbean Seaside’s “DVC-Lite” or “Cheap-Riviera” rooms (nonetheless workshopping the identify). Conceptually, these are equivalent to the usual rooms at Disney’s Riviera Resort. These function the identical type of pull-down Murphy beds that convert into couches, and now have lots of the similar ‘high quality of life’ options because the DVC-style studios.
To make sure, the studios at Disney’s Riviera Resort are extra spacious and well-appointed. It’s actually the “bones” which can be nearly equivalent right here, with loads of the ending and options differing–and being higher–at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Nonetheless, for lower than half the value (when going by rack charges), that’s a good tradeoff.
These are fairly presumably the perfect rooms at any Average Resort (excluding Gran Destino Tower, since that’s its personal factor)–much better than the usual rooms at Caribbean Seaside and even Port Orleans. Honest warning–these might be difficult to e-book and require a room request. They’re price it for many households, although!
Lastly, there’s the usual rooms. These are why we dubbed Caribbean Seaside Resort “Poly-lite” within the first place a number of years in the past. These rooms don’t appear like price range motel lodging, and have loads of particulars and enjoyable tropical motifs.
These rooms had been first redone in 2014, and in the event you can consider it, they had been wonderful on the time. There have been plenty of particulars and the rooms had been similar to these on the Polynesian. Over a decade later, loads of that has been misplaced. These are actually among the many most generic rooms at Walt Disney World. I’d go so far as to say they’re worse than any of the Worth Resorts, at this level.
The blandification started with the removing of the mattress runners, and continued with different thematic parts being misplaced. On a constructive observe, the rooms had been refurbished a few years in the past, so that they nonetheless really feel contemporary as of 2025, however they’re very bland.
That was solely a delicate items refurbishment, and it principally concerned portray one of many partitions child blue to brighten up the inside and changing worn furnishings and furnishings. There’s much less put on and tear consequently, however the rooms are additionally arguably much more sterile.
The following arduous items overhaul can’t come quickly sufficient (it in all probability received’t occur for an additional 5+ years, sadly). We’d extremely advocate staying within the newer and nicer ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms if in any respect doable. Simply you’ll want to make a room request, as a few of these buildings are a critical hike from the principle foyer!
Talking of which, as a result of it’s a bigger resort with many alternative room kinds and a variety of facilities, we extremely advocate making a room request. Take a look at our suggestions for the Greatest & Worst Rooms & Constructing Places at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
There’s quite a bit to think about, together with Disney’s Riviera Resort and the 2 gondola stations, with continuous entry to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. This covers the perfect choices for proximity to the Skyliner, swimming pools, and eating at Caribbean Seaside, and makes particular constructing suggestions.
Utilizing a journey agent is at all times a good suggestion for Walt Disney World trip planning, however that’s very true for “trickier” bookings like Caribbean Seaside Resort the place room requests come into play.
If you wish to work with a TA, we advocate requesting a no-obligation quote from Be Our Visitor Holidays, a no-fee Approved Disney Trip Planner. They will do the give you the results you want and advocate in your behalf with regards to room requests and different facets of journey planning.
Their providers don’t value additional, they’ll reserve your room, assist you with eating reservations and itineraries, and apply the perfect reductions to your reservation as soon as they’re launched. Utilizing an Approved Disney Trip Planner is the win-win choice in the event you’re overwhelmed by the complexities of Walt Disney World, don’t wish to do the entire “homework” your self, or need somebody to watch your reservation so that you lower your expenses.
General, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is a really good place to remain, particularly in the event you benefit from the theme and the sprawling resort grounds. It’s now a really balanced resort with an amazing quantity of upside: a various slate of eating places, loads of recreation choices, lovely grounds to get pleasure from, and environment friendly Skyliner transportation to Epcot and DHS.
Between the eating, gondola transportation, different facilities, and easy accessibility to the Riviera, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort has a number of the similar promoting factors as Deluxe Resorts. I used to be already a fan of Caribbean Seaside Resort, however now that it’s principally a “Poor Man’s Polynesian.” Whereas the will not be as good as its tropical cousin, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, it does supply considerably higher worth for cash because of its strong facilities and wonderful rooms.
That is mirrored in our Rankings of ALL Walt Disney World Accommodations from Worst to Greatest, which takes value and a wide range of different variables into consideration. Should you’d want to learn that for a rundown of how all resorts rank, have at it. Spoiler alert: Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resorts is within the high 5 and is the #1 ranked Average Resort in all of Walt Disney World. That’s a controversial selection, however we really feel that Caribbean Seaside has large upside, as long as you make a room request to restrict the downsides!
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What do you consider the brand new ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Assume CBR is the #1 Average Resort (or high 5 total) at Walt Disney World? Are you planning on staying at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Have you ever tried Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, or Sebastian’s Bistro? Do you miss the previous type of CBR? What in regards to the unfold out nature of the resort–is {that a} energy or a weak point for you? Any questions on this Walt Disney World resort resort? Share your ideas or any questions you’ve within the feedback!
Caribbean Seaside Resort is a Average resort at Walt Disney World with a tropical theme. This assessment options new room images, ideas on the reimagining, Skyliner gondola transportation, pool & eating information, plus particulars on facilities provided by Riviera Resort, the sister DVC property to CBR. (Up to date June 22, 2025.)
The benefits of Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort principally come down to a few issues. First and most significantly, the Disney Skyliner gondola. Caribbean Seaside Resort is the hub for the Skyliner, with two stations providing entry to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, plus Artwork of Animation, Pop Century, and Riviera Resorts.
We use the Skyliner usually, and are massive followers. It makes for simple noon breaks once you’re doing Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT, and can be advantageous for Early Entry at each parks. Knocking out Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Canine Sprint, Frozen Ever After, or Remy’s Ratatouille Journey (particularly simple because you enter EPCOT by way of Worldwide Gateway through the Skyliner) earlier than the park even opens to day visitors is large. The advantages of the Skyliner can’t be overstated–we want it to the monorail.
Second, there’s the proximity of Caribbean Seaside to Disney’s Riviera Resort, which is the latest Disney Trip Membership property at Walt Disney World. That is situated adjoining to Caribbean Seaside and is a brief stroll over to that tower.
The benefit right here is within the facilities that Disney’s Riviera Resort gives. Whereas Caribbean Seaside Resort visitors can’t pool hop to Riviera (CBR’s function pool is best), you do have entry to nearly all different facilities. You too can take a leisurely stroll across the grounds, because the pathway that circles Barefoot Bay passes by each resorts.
Eating is the massive factor, as Disney’s Riviera Resort has some nice choices. Le Petit Café, Bar Riva, Primo Piatto, and the gelato stand are all strong choices.
We additionally love Topolino’s Terrace–each the Signature Dinner and the Character Breakfast a la Artwork with Mickey & Pals. For more information in regards to the sister property to Caribbean Seaside, seek the advice of our Disney’s Riviera Resort Evaluate.
Lastly, Caribbean Seaside’s is essentially the most fashionable of the Average Resorts. Previous to the opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Seaside underwent a large and multi-year reimagining to reinforce and enhance its facilities and design. This re-imagining was undertaken as a result of Caribbean Seaside Resort is the oldest of the Moderates, and there have been complaints that its amenities are starting to indicate their age.
The Previous Port Royale foyer space and check-in, Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, and Sebastian’s Bistro are all completely new or lately redone. Whereas Coronado Springs Resort obtained related updates alongside the development of Gran Destino Tower, that’s extra disjointed of a resort–like two accommodations in a single. (I suppose the identical may very well be mentioned for Caribbean Seaside and Riviera, however that really is two resorts.)
Specifically, we’re large followers of Sebastian’s Bistro, which is the greatest worth dinner in all of Walt Disney World! The ‘replace’ at Caribbean Seaside was way more substantial than a typical refurbishment, and it was dealt with excellently. Suffice to say, these upgrades re-assert Caribbean Seaside’s place as a top-notch resort.
If you’d like an concept of simply how good these tasks went, take a look at our revised Polynesian vs. Caribbean Seaside Resort Comparability. Preserve the value distinction between the 2 in thoughts when studying that; the Poly is a minimum of double to triple the price of Caribbean Seaside!
As massive followers of Caribbean Seaside, we had quantity of trepidation concerning the resort’s re-imagining, plus the additions of the Skyliner and Disney’s Riviera Resort. We’ve stayed at Caribbean Seaside Resort a number of instances up to now 12 months, and this trio of additives are all largely constructive, even when they’ve eroded a number of the secluded and luxurious tropical vibe of the resort.
Getting all the way down to the enterprise of the resort assessment, let’s begin with an summary. Situated close to Epcot, Caribbean Seaside Resort has respectable proximity to the theme parks. Due to the Skyliner, there’s additionally a novel and environment friendly mode of transportation between CBR and two parks.
Should you’re staying at Caribbean Seaside, our recommendation is to line up for the Skyliner shortly earlier than it begins working in case your plan is to rope drop Epcot or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Traces might be lengthy within the morning, however the Skyliner is extremely environment friendly and Caribbean Seaside’s standing because the “hub” resort for the Skyliner means you’re nonetheless ready lower than visitors coming from Artwork of Animation or Pop Century, who should switch at CBR.
That is one thing we mentioned lately in Skyliner Warning for Rope Dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT. That put up solely applies to Artwork of Animation and Pop Century. It’s not relevant to Caribbean Seaside and even Disney’s Riviera Resort, for that matter. You would possibly discover a line at CBR within the morning, but it surely’ll transfer quick–and fortunately, there’s no switch concerned!
Within the middle of Caribbean Seaside Resort separating a lot of the visitor room buildings from Previous Port Royale is Barefoot Bay, a 45-acre lake. Operating across the lake is a 1.4-mile path, with further paths resulting in all visitor rooms. It looks as if the right resort for a morning run…or racing round to {photograph} the dawn, in the event you’re like me.
Within the middle of all that is, Caribbean Cay, which is an island with a lush picnic and play space. It additionally breaks up the stroll throughout the massive lake.
The resort itself seemingly advantages from its age, as its twenty plus years in existence have given the greenery on the resort an opportunity to turn out to be fairly lush and mature.
Inside this tropical paradise, rooms are unfold amongst 6 villages: Trinidad, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba, and Jamaica.
One of many largest downsides of Caribbean Seaside was that it’s a very unfold out resort. The dimensions coupled with the variety of bus stops could make transportation at Caribbean Seaside Resort an actual problem.
Nevertheless, the brand new Skyliner gondolas completely remove this challenge with regards to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Caribbean Seaside is the one Average Resort providing non-bus transportation to Walt Disney World’s theme parks. That is large, and the benefit it gives can’t be overstated.
Attending to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs from CBR can nonetheless take a while because of the resort’s inner bus loop. This inner loop can added ~10 minutes to transit instances, and in addition imply the bus arrives to your cease almost (or completely) full throughout peak instances.
Due to this, we frequently use Uber to get to and from these parks. It’s one thing price contemplating if you end up annoyed with the bus service at CBR. Remember to value out the Uber earlier than committing to that, as prices can range extensively relying upon demand.
Caribbean Seaside Resort’s principal foyer and visitor check-in is now situated in Previous Port Royale.
That is the place you’ll get picked up and dropped off by Mears Join, decide up grocery supply and different orders. It’s the central hub of the complete resort, the place you’ll discover a present store, meals courtroom, and different facilities. Previous Port Royale is situated in Centertown, and that’s the place just about all the things–save for the Skyliner–is situated by way of key visitor facilities.
The consolidation of the foyer and check-in in Previous Port Royale is a particular enchancment. This space is handy to many visitor rooms, whereas Customized Home wasn’t handy to something.
Together with Saratoga Springs and Previous Key West, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is among the most sprawling resorts at Walt Disney World. My private take is that this offers it extra of a real “resort” really feel with extra to discover, however affordable minds may actually differ on that one.
It’s fairly a trek from essentially the most distant rooms to Previous Port Royale, that means it may very well be a problem to get breakfast. On the plus aspect, it will make you much less prone to eat these instant-eggs and rubber-bacon! (Aren’t I the optimist…)
On the eating entrance, some excellent news is that throughout the resort re-imagining, Coke Freestyle machines had been added all through the resort, and you must have one in all these ~5 minutes out of your room. The resort map you obtain at check-in will point out the place they’re situated.
At Centertown, you’ll discover a trio of eating choices together with a desk service restaurant, meals courtroom for fast service eating, and poolside bar. Listed below are our opinions of every:
Every has a number of can’t-miss, signature objects that we extremely advocate trying out. (Like the fantastic Caribbean Pull-apart Rolls with Guava Butter, Mango Chutney, and Jamaican Jerk Oil pictured above!)
If these choices are inadequate, you possibly can have alcohol and meals to organize for breakfasts delivered to you for a less expensive value–see our Ideas for Grocery Supply at Walt Disney World put up for more information.
Caribbean Seaside has a pleasant marina close to Previous Port Royale, which rents out boats and bicycles.
There are also playgrounds, an arcade, volleyball, sand seashores, and different customary Average Resort facilities out there at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
The Fuentes del Morro function pool at Previous Port Royale is fairly superior. You would possibly as nicely name it Previous Fort Royale, as it’s harking back to the Spanish forts beneath siege at the start of Pirates of the Caribbean.
Everybody is aware of that something pertaining to pirates is certainly superior, so Caribbean Seaside Resort scores critical factors for the pool.
It’s a very cool pool–I take into account it to be top-of-the-line at Walt Disney World. Youngsters (and immature adults like me) would actually get pleasure from “enjoying pirate” in its many forts, full with genuine working (eh, in all probability) cannons.
For these adults who’re extra mature, you possibly can at all times “play pirate” by chugging a bottle of rum and staggering round on one of many white sand seashores at Caribbean Seaside Resort whereas bemoaning the truth that the rum is at all times gone. What may go unsuitable?
Okay, now the visitor rooms. Let’s begin with the perfect and latest choice, that are the ‘Beneath the Sea’ type fifth sleeper rooms within the Trinidad part of the resort.
These had been beforehand the notorious pirate rooms, which had been among the many worst rooms in all of Walt Disney World. Worse but, the Caribbean Seaside entrance desk would typically supply a free “improve” to the pirate rooms to unsuspecting visitors, as they overbooked the remainder of the resort and solely had house left within the “premium” pirate rooms (air quotes round each improve and premium. In any case, these are lifeless and gone.
The pirate rooms have been changed by new ‘Beneath the Sea’ lodging. Take a look at our Evaluate, Images & Video: Little Mermaid Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort for all the things it’s essential learn about these. These Beneath the Sea rooms are incredible for households who need extra space whereas they’re not sleeping, because the pull-down beds make the principle residing space far much less cramped throughout the day.
As a result of all the things wants a nickname, we’ve dubbed these as Caribbean Seaside’s “DVC-Lite” or “Cheap-Riviera” rooms (nonetheless workshopping the identify). Conceptually, these are equivalent to the usual rooms at Disney’s Riviera Resort. These function the identical type of pull-down Murphy beds that convert into couches, and now have lots of the similar ‘high quality of life’ options because the DVC-style studios.
To make sure, the studios at Disney’s Riviera Resort are extra spacious and well-appointed. It’s actually the “bones” which can be nearly equivalent right here, with loads of the ending and options differing–and being higher–at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Nonetheless, for lower than half the value (when going by rack charges), that’s a good tradeoff.
These are fairly presumably the perfect rooms at any Average Resort (excluding Gran Destino Tower, since that’s its personal factor)–much better than the usual rooms at Caribbean Seaside and even Port Orleans. Honest warning–these might be difficult to e-book and require a room request. They’re price it for many households, although!
Lastly, there’s the usual rooms. These are why we dubbed Caribbean Seaside Resort “Poly-lite” within the first place a number of years in the past. These rooms don’t appear like price range motel lodging, and have loads of particulars and enjoyable tropical motifs.
These rooms had been first redone in 2014, and in the event you can consider it, they had been wonderful on the time. There have been plenty of particulars and the rooms had been similar to these on the Polynesian. Over a decade later, loads of that has been misplaced. These are actually among the many most generic rooms at Walt Disney World. I’d go so far as to say they’re worse than any of the Worth Resorts, at this level.
The blandification started with the removing of the mattress runners, and continued with different thematic parts being misplaced. On a constructive observe, the rooms had been refurbished a few years in the past, so that they nonetheless really feel contemporary as of 2025, however they’re very bland.
That was solely a delicate items refurbishment, and it principally concerned portray one of many partitions child blue to brighten up the inside and changing worn furnishings and furnishings. There’s much less put on and tear consequently, however the rooms are additionally arguably much more sterile.
The following arduous items overhaul can’t come quickly sufficient (it in all probability received’t occur for an additional 5+ years, sadly). We’d extremely advocate staying within the newer and nicer ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms if in any respect doable. Simply you’ll want to make a room request, as a few of these buildings are a critical hike from the principle foyer!
Talking of which, as a result of it’s a bigger resort with many alternative room kinds and a variety of facilities, we extremely advocate making a room request. Take a look at our suggestions for the Greatest & Worst Rooms & Constructing Places at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
There’s quite a bit to think about, together with Disney’s Riviera Resort and the 2 gondola stations, with continuous entry to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. This covers the perfect choices for proximity to the Skyliner, swimming pools, and eating at Caribbean Seaside, and makes particular constructing suggestions.
Utilizing a journey agent is at all times a good suggestion for Walt Disney World trip planning, however that’s very true for “trickier” bookings like Caribbean Seaside Resort the place room requests come into play.
If you wish to work with a TA, we advocate requesting a no-obligation quote from Be Our Visitor Holidays, a no-fee Approved Disney Trip Planner. They will do the give you the results you want and advocate in your behalf with regards to room requests and different facets of journey planning.
Their providers don’t value additional, they’ll reserve your room, assist you with eating reservations and itineraries, and apply the perfect reductions to your reservation as soon as they’re launched. Utilizing an Approved Disney Trip Planner is the win-win choice in the event you’re overwhelmed by the complexities of Walt Disney World, don’t wish to do the entire “homework” your self, or need somebody to watch your reservation so that you lower your expenses.
General, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is a really good place to remain, particularly in the event you benefit from the theme and the sprawling resort grounds. It’s now a really balanced resort with an amazing quantity of upside: a various slate of eating places, loads of recreation choices, lovely grounds to get pleasure from, and environment friendly Skyliner transportation to Epcot and DHS.
Between the eating, gondola transportation, different facilities, and easy accessibility to the Riviera, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort has a number of the similar promoting factors as Deluxe Resorts. I used to be already a fan of Caribbean Seaside Resort, however now that it’s principally a “Poor Man’s Polynesian.” Whereas the will not be as good as its tropical cousin, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, it does supply considerably higher worth for cash because of its strong facilities and wonderful rooms.
That is mirrored in our Rankings of ALL Walt Disney World Accommodations from Worst to Greatest, which takes value and a wide range of different variables into consideration. Should you’d want to learn that for a rundown of how all resorts rank, have at it. Spoiler alert: Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resorts is within the high 5 and is the #1 ranked Average Resort in all of Walt Disney World. That’s a controversial selection, however we really feel that Caribbean Seaside has large upside, as long as you make a room request to restrict the downsides!
Planning a Walt Disney World journey? Study accommodations on our Walt Disney World Accommodations Opinions web page. For the place to eat, learn our Walt Disney World Restaurant Opinions. To economize on tickets or decide which kind to purchase, learn our Ideas for Saving Cash on Walt Disney World Tickets put up. Our What to Pack for Disney Journeys put up takes a singular take a look at intelligent objects to take. For what to do and when to do it, our Walt Disney World Journey Guides will assist. For complete recommendation, the perfect place to begin is our Walt Disney World Journey Planning Information for all the things it’s essential know!
Your Ideas
What do you consider the brand new ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Assume CBR is the #1 Average Resort (or high 5 total) at Walt Disney World? Are you planning on staying at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Have you ever tried Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, or Sebastian’s Bistro? Do you miss the previous type of CBR? What in regards to the unfold out nature of the resort–is {that a} energy or a weak point for you? Any questions on this Walt Disney World resort resort? Share your ideas or any questions you’ve within the feedback!
Caribbean Seaside Resort is a Average resort at Walt Disney World with a tropical theme. This assessment options new room images, ideas on the reimagining, Skyliner gondola transportation, pool & eating information, plus particulars on facilities provided by Riviera Resort, the sister DVC property to CBR. (Up to date June 22, 2025.)
The benefits of Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort principally come down to a few issues. First and most significantly, the Disney Skyliner gondola. Caribbean Seaside Resort is the hub for the Skyliner, with two stations providing entry to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, plus Artwork of Animation, Pop Century, and Riviera Resorts.
We use the Skyliner usually, and are massive followers. It makes for simple noon breaks once you’re doing Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT, and can be advantageous for Early Entry at each parks. Knocking out Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Canine Sprint, Frozen Ever After, or Remy’s Ratatouille Journey (particularly simple because you enter EPCOT by way of Worldwide Gateway through the Skyliner) earlier than the park even opens to day visitors is large. The advantages of the Skyliner can’t be overstated–we want it to the monorail.
Second, there’s the proximity of Caribbean Seaside to Disney’s Riviera Resort, which is the latest Disney Trip Membership property at Walt Disney World. That is situated adjoining to Caribbean Seaside and is a brief stroll over to that tower.
The benefit right here is within the facilities that Disney’s Riviera Resort gives. Whereas Caribbean Seaside Resort visitors can’t pool hop to Riviera (CBR’s function pool is best), you do have entry to nearly all different facilities. You too can take a leisurely stroll across the grounds, because the pathway that circles Barefoot Bay passes by each resorts.
Eating is the massive factor, as Disney’s Riviera Resort has some nice choices. Le Petit Café, Bar Riva, Primo Piatto, and the gelato stand are all strong choices.
We additionally love Topolino’s Terrace–each the Signature Dinner and the Character Breakfast a la Artwork with Mickey & Pals. For more information in regards to the sister property to Caribbean Seaside, seek the advice of our Disney’s Riviera Resort Evaluate.
Lastly, Caribbean Seaside’s is essentially the most fashionable of the Average Resorts. Previous to the opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Seaside underwent a large and multi-year reimagining to reinforce and enhance its facilities and design. This re-imagining was undertaken as a result of Caribbean Seaside Resort is the oldest of the Moderates, and there have been complaints that its amenities are starting to indicate their age.
The Previous Port Royale foyer space and check-in, Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, and Sebastian’s Bistro are all completely new or lately redone. Whereas Coronado Springs Resort obtained related updates alongside the development of Gran Destino Tower, that’s extra disjointed of a resort–like two accommodations in a single. (I suppose the identical may very well be mentioned for Caribbean Seaside and Riviera, however that really is two resorts.)
Specifically, we’re large followers of Sebastian’s Bistro, which is the greatest worth dinner in all of Walt Disney World! The ‘replace’ at Caribbean Seaside was way more substantial than a typical refurbishment, and it was dealt with excellently. Suffice to say, these upgrades re-assert Caribbean Seaside’s place as a top-notch resort.
If you’d like an concept of simply how good these tasks went, take a look at our revised Polynesian vs. Caribbean Seaside Resort Comparability. Preserve the value distinction between the 2 in thoughts when studying that; the Poly is a minimum of double to triple the price of Caribbean Seaside!
As massive followers of Caribbean Seaside, we had quantity of trepidation concerning the resort’s re-imagining, plus the additions of the Skyliner and Disney’s Riviera Resort. We’ve stayed at Caribbean Seaside Resort a number of instances up to now 12 months, and this trio of additives are all largely constructive, even when they’ve eroded a number of the secluded and luxurious tropical vibe of the resort.
Getting all the way down to the enterprise of the resort assessment, let’s begin with an summary. Situated close to Epcot, Caribbean Seaside Resort has respectable proximity to the theme parks. Due to the Skyliner, there’s additionally a novel and environment friendly mode of transportation between CBR and two parks.
Should you’re staying at Caribbean Seaside, our recommendation is to line up for the Skyliner shortly earlier than it begins working in case your plan is to rope drop Epcot or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Traces might be lengthy within the morning, however the Skyliner is extremely environment friendly and Caribbean Seaside’s standing because the “hub” resort for the Skyliner means you’re nonetheless ready lower than visitors coming from Artwork of Animation or Pop Century, who should switch at CBR.
That is one thing we mentioned lately in Skyliner Warning for Rope Dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT. That put up solely applies to Artwork of Animation and Pop Century. It’s not relevant to Caribbean Seaside and even Disney’s Riviera Resort, for that matter. You would possibly discover a line at CBR within the morning, but it surely’ll transfer quick–and fortunately, there’s no switch concerned!
Within the middle of Caribbean Seaside Resort separating a lot of the visitor room buildings from Previous Port Royale is Barefoot Bay, a 45-acre lake. Operating across the lake is a 1.4-mile path, with further paths resulting in all visitor rooms. It looks as if the right resort for a morning run…or racing round to {photograph} the dawn, in the event you’re like me.
Within the middle of all that is, Caribbean Cay, which is an island with a lush picnic and play space. It additionally breaks up the stroll throughout the massive lake.
The resort itself seemingly advantages from its age, as its twenty plus years in existence have given the greenery on the resort an opportunity to turn out to be fairly lush and mature.
Inside this tropical paradise, rooms are unfold amongst 6 villages: Trinidad, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba, and Jamaica.
One of many largest downsides of Caribbean Seaside was that it’s a very unfold out resort. The dimensions coupled with the variety of bus stops could make transportation at Caribbean Seaside Resort an actual problem.
Nevertheless, the brand new Skyliner gondolas completely remove this challenge with regards to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Caribbean Seaside is the one Average Resort providing non-bus transportation to Walt Disney World’s theme parks. That is large, and the benefit it gives can’t be overstated.
Attending to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs from CBR can nonetheless take a while because of the resort’s inner bus loop. This inner loop can added ~10 minutes to transit instances, and in addition imply the bus arrives to your cease almost (or completely) full throughout peak instances.
Due to this, we frequently use Uber to get to and from these parks. It’s one thing price contemplating if you end up annoyed with the bus service at CBR. Remember to value out the Uber earlier than committing to that, as prices can range extensively relying upon demand.
Caribbean Seaside Resort’s principal foyer and visitor check-in is now situated in Previous Port Royale.
That is the place you’ll get picked up and dropped off by Mears Join, decide up grocery supply and different orders. It’s the central hub of the complete resort, the place you’ll discover a present store, meals courtroom, and different facilities. Previous Port Royale is situated in Centertown, and that’s the place just about all the things–save for the Skyliner–is situated by way of key visitor facilities.
The consolidation of the foyer and check-in in Previous Port Royale is a particular enchancment. This space is handy to many visitor rooms, whereas Customized Home wasn’t handy to something.
Together with Saratoga Springs and Previous Key West, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is among the most sprawling resorts at Walt Disney World. My private take is that this offers it extra of a real “resort” really feel with extra to discover, however affordable minds may actually differ on that one.
It’s fairly a trek from essentially the most distant rooms to Previous Port Royale, that means it may very well be a problem to get breakfast. On the plus aspect, it will make you much less prone to eat these instant-eggs and rubber-bacon! (Aren’t I the optimist…)
On the eating entrance, some excellent news is that throughout the resort re-imagining, Coke Freestyle machines had been added all through the resort, and you must have one in all these ~5 minutes out of your room. The resort map you obtain at check-in will point out the place they’re situated.
At Centertown, you’ll discover a trio of eating choices together with a desk service restaurant, meals courtroom for fast service eating, and poolside bar. Listed below are our opinions of every:
Every has a number of can’t-miss, signature objects that we extremely advocate trying out. (Like the fantastic Caribbean Pull-apart Rolls with Guava Butter, Mango Chutney, and Jamaican Jerk Oil pictured above!)
If these choices are inadequate, you possibly can have alcohol and meals to organize for breakfasts delivered to you for a less expensive value–see our Ideas for Grocery Supply at Walt Disney World put up for more information.
Caribbean Seaside has a pleasant marina close to Previous Port Royale, which rents out boats and bicycles.
There are also playgrounds, an arcade, volleyball, sand seashores, and different customary Average Resort facilities out there at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
The Fuentes del Morro function pool at Previous Port Royale is fairly superior. You would possibly as nicely name it Previous Fort Royale, as it’s harking back to the Spanish forts beneath siege at the start of Pirates of the Caribbean.
Everybody is aware of that something pertaining to pirates is certainly superior, so Caribbean Seaside Resort scores critical factors for the pool.
It’s a very cool pool–I take into account it to be top-of-the-line at Walt Disney World. Youngsters (and immature adults like me) would actually get pleasure from “enjoying pirate” in its many forts, full with genuine working (eh, in all probability) cannons.
For these adults who’re extra mature, you possibly can at all times “play pirate” by chugging a bottle of rum and staggering round on one of many white sand seashores at Caribbean Seaside Resort whereas bemoaning the truth that the rum is at all times gone. What may go unsuitable?
Okay, now the visitor rooms. Let’s begin with the perfect and latest choice, that are the ‘Beneath the Sea’ type fifth sleeper rooms within the Trinidad part of the resort.
These had been beforehand the notorious pirate rooms, which had been among the many worst rooms in all of Walt Disney World. Worse but, the Caribbean Seaside entrance desk would typically supply a free “improve” to the pirate rooms to unsuspecting visitors, as they overbooked the remainder of the resort and solely had house left within the “premium” pirate rooms (air quotes round each improve and premium. In any case, these are lifeless and gone.
The pirate rooms have been changed by new ‘Beneath the Sea’ lodging. Take a look at our Evaluate, Images & Video: Little Mermaid Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort for all the things it’s essential learn about these. These Beneath the Sea rooms are incredible for households who need extra space whereas they’re not sleeping, because the pull-down beds make the principle residing space far much less cramped throughout the day.
As a result of all the things wants a nickname, we’ve dubbed these as Caribbean Seaside’s “DVC-Lite” or “Cheap-Riviera” rooms (nonetheless workshopping the identify). Conceptually, these are equivalent to the usual rooms at Disney’s Riviera Resort. These function the identical type of pull-down Murphy beds that convert into couches, and now have lots of the similar ‘high quality of life’ options because the DVC-style studios.
To make sure, the studios at Disney’s Riviera Resort are extra spacious and well-appointed. It’s actually the “bones” which can be nearly equivalent right here, with loads of the ending and options differing–and being higher–at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Nonetheless, for lower than half the value (when going by rack charges), that’s a good tradeoff.
These are fairly presumably the perfect rooms at any Average Resort (excluding Gran Destino Tower, since that’s its personal factor)–much better than the usual rooms at Caribbean Seaside and even Port Orleans. Honest warning–these might be difficult to e-book and require a room request. They’re price it for many households, although!
Lastly, there’s the usual rooms. These are why we dubbed Caribbean Seaside Resort “Poly-lite” within the first place a number of years in the past. These rooms don’t appear like price range motel lodging, and have loads of particulars and enjoyable tropical motifs.
These rooms had been first redone in 2014, and in the event you can consider it, they had been wonderful on the time. There have been plenty of particulars and the rooms had been similar to these on the Polynesian. Over a decade later, loads of that has been misplaced. These are actually among the many most generic rooms at Walt Disney World. I’d go so far as to say they’re worse than any of the Worth Resorts, at this level.
The blandification started with the removing of the mattress runners, and continued with different thematic parts being misplaced. On a constructive observe, the rooms had been refurbished a few years in the past, so that they nonetheless really feel contemporary as of 2025, however they’re very bland.
That was solely a delicate items refurbishment, and it principally concerned portray one of many partitions child blue to brighten up the inside and changing worn furnishings and furnishings. There’s much less put on and tear consequently, however the rooms are additionally arguably much more sterile.
The following arduous items overhaul can’t come quickly sufficient (it in all probability received’t occur for an additional 5+ years, sadly). We’d extremely advocate staying within the newer and nicer ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms if in any respect doable. Simply you’ll want to make a room request, as a few of these buildings are a critical hike from the principle foyer!
Talking of which, as a result of it’s a bigger resort with many alternative room kinds and a variety of facilities, we extremely advocate making a room request. Take a look at our suggestions for the Greatest & Worst Rooms & Constructing Places at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
There’s quite a bit to think about, together with Disney’s Riviera Resort and the 2 gondola stations, with continuous entry to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. This covers the perfect choices for proximity to the Skyliner, swimming pools, and eating at Caribbean Seaside, and makes particular constructing suggestions.
Utilizing a journey agent is at all times a good suggestion for Walt Disney World trip planning, however that’s very true for “trickier” bookings like Caribbean Seaside Resort the place room requests come into play.
If you wish to work with a TA, we advocate requesting a no-obligation quote from Be Our Visitor Holidays, a no-fee Approved Disney Trip Planner. They will do the give you the results you want and advocate in your behalf with regards to room requests and different facets of journey planning.
Their providers don’t value additional, they’ll reserve your room, assist you with eating reservations and itineraries, and apply the perfect reductions to your reservation as soon as they’re launched. Utilizing an Approved Disney Trip Planner is the win-win choice in the event you’re overwhelmed by the complexities of Walt Disney World, don’t wish to do the entire “homework” your self, or need somebody to watch your reservation so that you lower your expenses.
General, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is a really good place to remain, particularly in the event you benefit from the theme and the sprawling resort grounds. It’s now a really balanced resort with an amazing quantity of upside: a various slate of eating places, loads of recreation choices, lovely grounds to get pleasure from, and environment friendly Skyliner transportation to Epcot and DHS.
Between the eating, gondola transportation, different facilities, and easy accessibility to the Riviera, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort has a number of the similar promoting factors as Deluxe Resorts. I used to be already a fan of Caribbean Seaside Resort, however now that it’s principally a “Poor Man’s Polynesian.” Whereas the will not be as good as its tropical cousin, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, it does supply considerably higher worth for cash because of its strong facilities and wonderful rooms.
That is mirrored in our Rankings of ALL Walt Disney World Accommodations from Worst to Greatest, which takes value and a wide range of different variables into consideration. Should you’d want to learn that for a rundown of how all resorts rank, have at it. Spoiler alert: Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resorts is within the high 5 and is the #1 ranked Average Resort in all of Walt Disney World. That’s a controversial selection, however we really feel that Caribbean Seaside has large upside, as long as you make a room request to restrict the downsides!
Planning a Walt Disney World journey? Study accommodations on our Walt Disney World Accommodations Opinions web page. For the place to eat, learn our Walt Disney World Restaurant Opinions. To economize on tickets or decide which kind to purchase, learn our Ideas for Saving Cash on Walt Disney World Tickets put up. Our What to Pack for Disney Journeys put up takes a singular take a look at intelligent objects to take. For what to do and when to do it, our Walt Disney World Journey Guides will assist. For complete recommendation, the perfect place to begin is our Walt Disney World Journey Planning Information for all the things it’s essential know!
Your Ideas
What do you consider the brand new ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Assume CBR is the #1 Average Resort (or high 5 total) at Walt Disney World? Are you planning on staying at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Have you ever tried Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, or Sebastian’s Bistro? Do you miss the previous type of CBR? What in regards to the unfold out nature of the resort–is {that a} energy or a weak point for you? Any questions on this Walt Disney World resort resort? Share your ideas or any questions you’ve within the feedback!
Caribbean Seaside Resort is a Average resort at Walt Disney World with a tropical theme. This assessment options new room images, ideas on the reimagining, Skyliner gondola transportation, pool & eating information, plus particulars on facilities provided by Riviera Resort, the sister DVC property to CBR. (Up to date June 22, 2025.)
The benefits of Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort principally come down to a few issues. First and most significantly, the Disney Skyliner gondola. Caribbean Seaside Resort is the hub for the Skyliner, with two stations providing entry to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, plus Artwork of Animation, Pop Century, and Riviera Resorts.
We use the Skyliner usually, and are massive followers. It makes for simple noon breaks once you’re doing Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT, and can be advantageous for Early Entry at each parks. Knocking out Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Canine Sprint, Frozen Ever After, or Remy’s Ratatouille Journey (particularly simple because you enter EPCOT by way of Worldwide Gateway through the Skyliner) earlier than the park even opens to day visitors is large. The advantages of the Skyliner can’t be overstated–we want it to the monorail.
Second, there’s the proximity of Caribbean Seaside to Disney’s Riviera Resort, which is the latest Disney Trip Membership property at Walt Disney World. That is situated adjoining to Caribbean Seaside and is a brief stroll over to that tower.
The benefit right here is within the facilities that Disney’s Riviera Resort gives. Whereas Caribbean Seaside Resort visitors can’t pool hop to Riviera (CBR’s function pool is best), you do have entry to nearly all different facilities. You too can take a leisurely stroll across the grounds, because the pathway that circles Barefoot Bay passes by each resorts.
Eating is the massive factor, as Disney’s Riviera Resort has some nice choices. Le Petit Café, Bar Riva, Primo Piatto, and the gelato stand are all strong choices.
We additionally love Topolino’s Terrace–each the Signature Dinner and the Character Breakfast a la Artwork with Mickey & Pals. For more information in regards to the sister property to Caribbean Seaside, seek the advice of our Disney’s Riviera Resort Evaluate.
Lastly, Caribbean Seaside’s is essentially the most fashionable of the Average Resorts. Previous to the opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort, Caribbean Seaside underwent a large and multi-year reimagining to reinforce and enhance its facilities and design. This re-imagining was undertaken as a result of Caribbean Seaside Resort is the oldest of the Moderates, and there have been complaints that its amenities are starting to indicate their age.
The Previous Port Royale foyer space and check-in, Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, and Sebastian’s Bistro are all completely new or lately redone. Whereas Coronado Springs Resort obtained related updates alongside the development of Gran Destino Tower, that’s extra disjointed of a resort–like two accommodations in a single. (I suppose the identical may very well be mentioned for Caribbean Seaside and Riviera, however that really is two resorts.)
Specifically, we’re large followers of Sebastian’s Bistro, which is the greatest worth dinner in all of Walt Disney World! The ‘replace’ at Caribbean Seaside was way more substantial than a typical refurbishment, and it was dealt with excellently. Suffice to say, these upgrades re-assert Caribbean Seaside’s place as a top-notch resort.
If you’d like an concept of simply how good these tasks went, take a look at our revised Polynesian vs. Caribbean Seaside Resort Comparability. Preserve the value distinction between the 2 in thoughts when studying that; the Poly is a minimum of double to triple the price of Caribbean Seaside!
As massive followers of Caribbean Seaside, we had quantity of trepidation concerning the resort’s re-imagining, plus the additions of the Skyliner and Disney’s Riviera Resort. We’ve stayed at Caribbean Seaside Resort a number of instances up to now 12 months, and this trio of additives are all largely constructive, even when they’ve eroded a number of the secluded and luxurious tropical vibe of the resort.
Getting all the way down to the enterprise of the resort assessment, let’s begin with an summary. Situated close to Epcot, Caribbean Seaside Resort has respectable proximity to the theme parks. Due to the Skyliner, there’s additionally a novel and environment friendly mode of transportation between CBR and two parks.
Should you’re staying at Caribbean Seaside, our recommendation is to line up for the Skyliner shortly earlier than it begins working in case your plan is to rope drop Epcot or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Traces might be lengthy within the morning, however the Skyliner is extremely environment friendly and Caribbean Seaside’s standing because the “hub” resort for the Skyliner means you’re nonetheless ready lower than visitors coming from Artwork of Animation or Pop Century, who should switch at CBR.
That is one thing we mentioned lately in Skyliner Warning for Rope Dropping Disney’s Hollywood Studios or EPCOT. That put up solely applies to Artwork of Animation and Pop Century. It’s not relevant to Caribbean Seaside and even Disney’s Riviera Resort, for that matter. You would possibly discover a line at CBR within the morning, but it surely’ll transfer quick–and fortunately, there’s no switch concerned!
Within the middle of Caribbean Seaside Resort separating a lot of the visitor room buildings from Previous Port Royale is Barefoot Bay, a 45-acre lake. Operating across the lake is a 1.4-mile path, with further paths resulting in all visitor rooms. It looks as if the right resort for a morning run…or racing round to {photograph} the dawn, in the event you’re like me.
Within the middle of all that is, Caribbean Cay, which is an island with a lush picnic and play space. It additionally breaks up the stroll throughout the massive lake.
The resort itself seemingly advantages from its age, as its twenty plus years in existence have given the greenery on the resort an opportunity to turn out to be fairly lush and mature.
Inside this tropical paradise, rooms are unfold amongst 6 villages: Trinidad, Barbados, Martinique, Aruba, and Jamaica.
One of many largest downsides of Caribbean Seaside was that it’s a very unfold out resort. The dimensions coupled with the variety of bus stops could make transportation at Caribbean Seaside Resort an actual problem.
Nevertheless, the brand new Skyliner gondolas completely remove this challenge with regards to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Caribbean Seaside is the one Average Resort providing non-bus transportation to Walt Disney World’s theme parks. That is large, and the benefit it gives can’t be overstated.
Attending to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs from CBR can nonetheless take a while because of the resort’s inner bus loop. This inner loop can added ~10 minutes to transit instances, and in addition imply the bus arrives to your cease almost (or completely) full throughout peak instances.
Due to this, we frequently use Uber to get to and from these parks. It’s one thing price contemplating if you end up annoyed with the bus service at CBR. Remember to value out the Uber earlier than committing to that, as prices can range extensively relying upon demand.
Caribbean Seaside Resort’s principal foyer and visitor check-in is now situated in Previous Port Royale.
That is the place you’ll get picked up and dropped off by Mears Join, decide up grocery supply and different orders. It’s the central hub of the complete resort, the place you’ll discover a present store, meals courtroom, and different facilities. Previous Port Royale is situated in Centertown, and that’s the place just about all the things–save for the Skyliner–is situated by way of key visitor facilities.
The consolidation of the foyer and check-in in Previous Port Royale is a particular enchancment. This space is handy to many visitor rooms, whereas Customized Home wasn’t handy to something.
Together with Saratoga Springs and Previous Key West, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is among the most sprawling resorts at Walt Disney World. My private take is that this offers it extra of a real “resort” really feel with extra to discover, however affordable minds may actually differ on that one.
It’s fairly a trek from essentially the most distant rooms to Previous Port Royale, that means it may very well be a problem to get breakfast. On the plus aspect, it will make you much less prone to eat these instant-eggs and rubber-bacon! (Aren’t I the optimist…)
On the eating entrance, some excellent news is that throughout the resort re-imagining, Coke Freestyle machines had been added all through the resort, and you must have one in all these ~5 minutes out of your room. The resort map you obtain at check-in will point out the place they’re situated.
At Centertown, you’ll discover a trio of eating choices together with a desk service restaurant, meals courtroom for fast service eating, and poolside bar. Listed below are our opinions of every:
Every has a number of can’t-miss, signature objects that we extremely advocate trying out. (Like the fantastic Caribbean Pull-apart Rolls with Guava Butter, Mango Chutney, and Jamaican Jerk Oil pictured above!)
If these choices are inadequate, you possibly can have alcohol and meals to organize for breakfasts delivered to you for a less expensive value–see our Ideas for Grocery Supply at Walt Disney World put up for more information.
Caribbean Seaside has a pleasant marina close to Previous Port Royale, which rents out boats and bicycles.
There are also playgrounds, an arcade, volleyball, sand seashores, and different customary Average Resort facilities out there at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
The Fuentes del Morro function pool at Previous Port Royale is fairly superior. You would possibly as nicely name it Previous Fort Royale, as it’s harking back to the Spanish forts beneath siege at the start of Pirates of the Caribbean.
Everybody is aware of that something pertaining to pirates is certainly superior, so Caribbean Seaside Resort scores critical factors for the pool.
It’s a very cool pool–I take into account it to be top-of-the-line at Walt Disney World. Youngsters (and immature adults like me) would actually get pleasure from “enjoying pirate” in its many forts, full with genuine working (eh, in all probability) cannons.
For these adults who’re extra mature, you possibly can at all times “play pirate” by chugging a bottle of rum and staggering round on one of many white sand seashores at Caribbean Seaside Resort whereas bemoaning the truth that the rum is at all times gone. What may go unsuitable?
Okay, now the visitor rooms. Let’s begin with the perfect and latest choice, that are the ‘Beneath the Sea’ type fifth sleeper rooms within the Trinidad part of the resort.
These had been beforehand the notorious pirate rooms, which had been among the many worst rooms in all of Walt Disney World. Worse but, the Caribbean Seaside entrance desk would typically supply a free “improve” to the pirate rooms to unsuspecting visitors, as they overbooked the remainder of the resort and solely had house left within the “premium” pirate rooms (air quotes round each improve and premium. In any case, these are lifeless and gone.
The pirate rooms have been changed by new ‘Beneath the Sea’ lodging. Take a look at our Evaluate, Images & Video: Little Mermaid Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort for all the things it’s essential learn about these. These Beneath the Sea rooms are incredible for households who need extra space whereas they’re not sleeping, because the pull-down beds make the principle residing space far much less cramped throughout the day.
As a result of all the things wants a nickname, we’ve dubbed these as Caribbean Seaside’s “DVC-Lite” or “Cheap-Riviera” rooms (nonetheless workshopping the identify). Conceptually, these are equivalent to the usual rooms at Disney’s Riviera Resort. These function the identical type of pull-down Murphy beds that convert into couches, and now have lots of the similar ‘high quality of life’ options because the DVC-style studios.
To make sure, the studios at Disney’s Riviera Resort are extra spacious and well-appointed. It’s actually the “bones” which can be nearly equivalent right here, with loads of the ending and options differing–and being higher–at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Nonetheless, for lower than half the value (when going by rack charges), that’s a good tradeoff.
These are fairly presumably the perfect rooms at any Average Resort (excluding Gran Destino Tower, since that’s its personal factor)–much better than the usual rooms at Caribbean Seaside and even Port Orleans. Honest warning–these might be difficult to e-book and require a room request. They’re price it for many households, although!
Lastly, there’s the usual rooms. These are why we dubbed Caribbean Seaside Resort “Poly-lite” within the first place a number of years in the past. These rooms don’t appear like price range motel lodging, and have loads of particulars and enjoyable tropical motifs.
These rooms had been first redone in 2014, and in the event you can consider it, they had been wonderful on the time. There have been plenty of particulars and the rooms had been similar to these on the Polynesian. Over a decade later, loads of that has been misplaced. These are actually among the many most generic rooms at Walt Disney World. I’d go so far as to say they’re worse than any of the Worth Resorts, at this level.
The blandification started with the removing of the mattress runners, and continued with different thematic parts being misplaced. On a constructive observe, the rooms had been refurbished a few years in the past, so that they nonetheless really feel contemporary as of 2025, however they’re very bland.
That was solely a delicate items refurbishment, and it principally concerned portray one of many partitions child blue to brighten up the inside and changing worn furnishings and furnishings. There’s much less put on and tear consequently, however the rooms are additionally arguably much more sterile.
The following arduous items overhaul can’t come quickly sufficient (it in all probability received’t occur for an additional 5+ years, sadly). We’d extremely advocate staying within the newer and nicer ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms if in any respect doable. Simply you’ll want to make a room request, as a few of these buildings are a critical hike from the principle foyer!
Talking of which, as a result of it’s a bigger resort with many alternative room kinds and a variety of facilities, we extremely advocate making a room request. Take a look at our suggestions for the Greatest & Worst Rooms & Constructing Places at Caribbean Seaside Resort.
There’s quite a bit to think about, together with Disney’s Riviera Resort and the 2 gondola stations, with continuous entry to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. This covers the perfect choices for proximity to the Skyliner, swimming pools, and eating at Caribbean Seaside, and makes particular constructing suggestions.
Utilizing a journey agent is at all times a good suggestion for Walt Disney World trip planning, however that’s very true for “trickier” bookings like Caribbean Seaside Resort the place room requests come into play.
If you wish to work with a TA, we advocate requesting a no-obligation quote from Be Our Visitor Holidays, a no-fee Approved Disney Trip Planner. They will do the give you the results you want and advocate in your behalf with regards to room requests and different facets of journey planning.
Their providers don’t value additional, they’ll reserve your room, assist you with eating reservations and itineraries, and apply the perfect reductions to your reservation as soon as they’re launched. Utilizing an Approved Disney Trip Planner is the win-win choice in the event you’re overwhelmed by the complexities of Walt Disney World, don’t wish to do the entire “homework” your self, or need somebody to watch your reservation so that you lower your expenses.
General, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort is a really good place to remain, particularly in the event you benefit from the theme and the sprawling resort grounds. It’s now a really balanced resort with an amazing quantity of upside: a various slate of eating places, loads of recreation choices, lovely grounds to get pleasure from, and environment friendly Skyliner transportation to Epcot and DHS.
Between the eating, gondola transportation, different facilities, and easy accessibility to the Riviera, Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resort has a number of the similar promoting factors as Deluxe Resorts. I used to be already a fan of Caribbean Seaside Resort, however now that it’s principally a “Poor Man’s Polynesian.” Whereas the will not be as good as its tropical cousin, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, it does supply considerably higher worth for cash because of its strong facilities and wonderful rooms.
That is mirrored in our Rankings of ALL Walt Disney World Accommodations from Worst to Greatest, which takes value and a wide range of different variables into consideration. Should you’d want to learn that for a rundown of how all resorts rank, have at it. Spoiler alert: Disney’s Caribbean Seaside Resorts is within the high 5 and is the #1 ranked Average Resort in all of Walt Disney World. That’s a controversial selection, however we really feel that Caribbean Seaside has large upside, as long as you make a room request to restrict the downsides!
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Your Ideas
What do you consider the brand new ‘Beneath the Sea’ rooms at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Assume CBR is the #1 Average Resort (or high 5 total) at Walt Disney World? Are you planning on staying at Caribbean Seaside Resort? Have you ever tried Centertown Market, Banana Cabana, or Sebastian’s Bistro? Do you miss the previous type of CBR? What in regards to the unfold out nature of the resort–is {that a} energy or a weak point for you? Any questions on this Walt Disney World resort resort? Share your ideas or any questions you’ve within the feedback!
