Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

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Hotel Description | Hotel Amenities | Dining Options
Hotel Description
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4 reviews Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort

428 rooms, 15 floors
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort has been designed to complement the fabled styling of the classic Disney's Contemporary Resort building. Bay Lake Tower promises to deliver some of the most dramatic views available anywhere at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Bay Lake Tower balances a modern and luxurious experience with warm and innovative features. This description extends to its exclusive and impressive pool, complete with a unique water slide wrapped in an intriguing glass block. Restaurants, a health club, tennis courts and other recreational facilities are shared with Disney's Contemporary Resort. A Sky Way Bridge links to the original resort. Local attractions include the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, all located near the resort. Transportation to Walt Disney World® Resort areas are available by monorail, ferry, and bus.
Additional amenities include babysitting services, self- & valet parking, laundry facilities, & laundry services. Dining options include West Coast cuisine at the California Grill, casual dining at The Wave, a quick-service restaurant at the Contempo Cafe, & buffet-style Character dining at Chef Mickey's.
The resort offers studios w/ kitchenettes & 1-, 2-, or 3-bedroom villas w/ full kitchen. In room amenities include irons/ironing boards, DVD players, hair dryers, & A/C. The 1-, 2-, & 3-bedroom villas are also equipped with a jacuzzi in master bath & washer/dryer in room.
Staying at a Walt Disney World® Resort hotel gives you even more chances to experience the magic with Extra Magic Hours. Each day one of the Disney Theme Parks opens an hour early or stays open up to three hours after regular Park closing, so Disney Resort guests can enjoy easy access to select attractions - even the most popular ones!
Hotel Amenities
(Additional fees may apply to some amenities)
- Parking
- Restaurant On Site
- Room Service
- Fitness Facility
- Kids Activities
- Dry Cleaning/Laundry
- Golf Course
- Tennis Courts
- Business Center
- Meeting Rooms
- Interior Corridors
Dining Options
Contempo Café
Order using a high-tech touch screen, which will compute the cost of your meal as you go. Hot breakfasts, bakery items, fresh salads, hot and cold sandwiches, flatbreads and pasta entrées are served. Grab ’n’ go items are also available.
Counter Service, Fast Casual, Quick Service
Contemporary Grounds
There’s coffee in your future at this sleek counter featuring gourmet coffees, iced tea, hot chocolate, smoothies and assorted baked goods. It’s the perfect place to perk up real quick before hitting the parks!
Counter Service, Quick Service
24-Hour Room Service
Enjoy made-to-order meals in the privacy of your Resort hotel room.
California Grill
Experience the flavors of the Pacific Coast at this award-winning restaurant. Via private elevator, ascend to the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, where you’ll discover exquisite panoramic views of the shimmering lagoon, Floridian woodland and Cinderella Castle. Inside, enjoy the vibrant sights and sounds of the lively onstage kitchen, where chefs combine global flavors in deliciously inventive new ways. At this signature dining experience, Guests are asked to adhere to the dress code. Men may wear khakis, slacks, jeans or dress shorts and collared shirts. Sport coats are optional. Women may wear Capri pants, skirts, dresses, jeans or dress shorts. Not permitted are tank tops, swimsuits, swimsuit cover-ups, hats for gentlemen, cut-offs, torn clothing and t-shirts with offensive language and/or graphics. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can be made up to 180 days prior to your visit. To make reservations please call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463.
The Wave. . . of American Flavors
Delight in fresh, American cuisine at this contemporary restaurant and lounge. Unique/Themed Dining, Reservations Accepted, Buffet/Family Style
Chef Mickey’s
Enjoy a lively, all-you-care-to-eat buffet with Disney Friends in a bright, happy space. As the monorail whizzes by, Disney Characters mingle with Guests for photos and autographs and periodically lead diners in song and dance. Delight in the revelry, soak up the expansive views of Bay Lake, and behold the stunning 90-foot-high mural by Disney Legend Mary Blair that overlooks the festive eatery. Guests at Chef Mickey’s may meet such Disney Characters as: Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, Donald Duck, or Goofy. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can be made up to 180 days prior to your visit. Character appearances and entertainment are subject to change. To make reservations please call (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463.
Outer Rim
Picnic poolside with burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and more. Tropical cocktails, draft beer, sangria and wine make it even more fun! Or cool off with a full bar menu and some AC inside the enclosed bar. Dessert items are also available. Counter Service, Quick Service, Lounges
The Sand Bar
Picnic poolside with burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and more. Tropical cocktails, draft beer, sangria and wine make it even more fun! Or cool off with a full bar menu and some AC inside the enclosed bar. Dessert items are also available. Counter Service, Quick Service, Lounges
California Grill Lounge
Savor the finest in Californian cooking, as you take in the sights of Seven Seas Lagoon and Magic Kingdom park.
Cove Bar
Find refuge, a bevy of beverages, and eats like lettuce wraps and summer rolls at this private poolside bar for Disney Vacation Club members and Guests of Bay Lake Tower. Specialty cocktails, beer, wine and private dining are available.
The Sand Bar
Picnic poolside with burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and more. Tropical cocktails, draft beer, sangria and wine make it even more fun! Or cool off with a full bar menu and some AC inside the enclosed bar. Dessert items are also available. Counter Service, Quick Service, Lounges
