Benefits of Staying at a Disney World Resort Hotel in 2023 Story

Benefits of Staying at a Disney World Resort Hotel in 2023

In this story, we will discuss whether it’s better to stay on-site at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel or off-site at one of the nearby third-party hotels or accommodations.

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We’ll help you to understand the benefits of staying at a Disney World Resort and if those perks are really worth the extra cost.

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1. Closer to the Parks

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2. Free Transportation to Theme Parks

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This will allow you to be one of the first people in line and put you in a prime position to rope drop whatever park you are visiting that day.

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4. Stay Later at the Parks

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5. Better Dining Reservations

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