Fairytale Dreams and Destinations - Disney's Old Key West Resort

Location	Downtown Disney Area Resort
Category	Deluxe Villa
Theme	Inspired by Key West, this is the very first Vacation Club resort. It was built around the Lake Buena Vista golf course, so there are plenty of beautiful views.
Central Building	The Hospitality House is home to registration, restaurants, shopping and recreation.
Resort Layout	Two and Three story buildings are scattered around the golf course. They are white with pastel trim and have plenty of walkways.

Facts & History

Opening Year	1992
History	The original Vacation Club property, Old Key West heralded a new era for Disney resorts. Taking the timeshare concept and giving it a Disney twist - points (a concept now frequently mimicked, but to varying degrees of success). Take the charm of Key West and strip away the touristy ticky-tack and you'll have Old Key West. The various buildings were positioned around the existing Lake Buena Vista golf course - providing great views of fairways and water features. Despite being several hundred miles North of the famed island, Old Key West has inherited some of it's namesakes relaxed spirit - things are just a little calmer here.
History	Originally called Disney's Vacation Club Resort until 1996 when the Boardwalk Villas opened.
Design	The Orlando firm of Fugelberg Koch & Associates of San Diego was responsible for the design of Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney's Dixie Landings Resort, Disney's Port Orleans Resort and Disney's Old Key West Resort. Each of these reflects distinct geographical styles of architecture taken from the old South and the islands of the Caribbean.
Christmastime	Nothing too grand here, but plenty of Florida/nautical/tropical decorations to get you in the spirit.

Types of rooms

Deluxe Villa Studio

390 Sq ft. 2 Queen beds, Tub/shower & toilet, single vanity, Dresser with TV/DVD player, nightstand, table & chairs, ceiling fan. Kitchenette with small sink, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffeemaker, dishes & utensils. Pak-n-Play crib. Hair dryer, in-wall safe, alarm clock radio, iron & board, phone with voicemail.

Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.

Deluxe Villa One Bedroom

942 Sq ft. In bedroom, King bed, Dresser with TV, bench, nightstand, easy chair, ceiling fan. Split bathroom with Whirlpool tub & single vanity and Shower, toilet & single vanity. Kitchen with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, blender, tea kettle, sink with disposal, pots, dishes & utensils. Foyer has coat closet. Sitting room has queen sleeper sofa, love seat, coffee table, easy chair, TV/DVD player and table & 4 chairs, ceiling fan. Washer & Dryer, vacuum, broom. Pak-n-Play crib & high chair. Hair dryer, in-wall safe, alarm clock radio, iron & board, phone with voicemail. Electric mixer by upon request. Toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, soap, face soap.

Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.

Deluxe Villa Two Bedroom

1395 Sq ft. In Master bedroom, King bed, Dresser with TV, bench, nightstand, easy chair, ceiling fan. Split bathroom with Whirlpool tub & single vanity and Shower, toilet & single vanity. In second bedroom, two Queen beds (or a Studio room if it is a “lock-out”), dresser with TV, nightstands, easy chair, ceiling fan. Bathroom with tub/shower & toilet and single vanity. Kitchen with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, blender, tea kettle, sink with disposal, pots, dishes & utensils. Foyer has coat closet. Sitting room has queen sleeper sofa, love seat, coffee table, easy chair, TV/DVD player and table & 4 chairs, ceiling fan. Washer & Dryer, vacuum, broom. Pak-n-Play crib & high chair. Hair dryer, in-wall safe, alarm clock radio, iron & board, phone with voicemail. Electric mixer by upon request. Toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, soap, face soap.

Accommodate 8 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.

Deluxe Grand Villa

2375 Sq ft. In Master bedroom, King bed, Dresser with TV, nightstand, easy chairs & table, ceiling fan. Bathroom with Whirlpool tub double vanity and Shower. In second & third bedrooms, two Queen beds or two double beds , dresser with TV, nightstands, easy chair, ceiling fan. Bathroom with tub/shower & toilet and single vanity. Kitchen with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, blender, tea kettle, sink with disposal, pots, dishes & utensils. Sitting room has double sleeper sofa, coffee table, easy chairs, dresser with TV/DVD player, ceiling fan. Dining room with table and 8 chairs. Third bathroom with shower, single vanity & toilet. Washer & Dryer, vacuum, broom in laundry room. Pak-n-Play crib. Hair dryer, in-wall safe, alarm clock radio, iron & board, phone with voicemail. Electric mixer by upon request.

Accommodate 12 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.

Handicapped

Accessible versions of all accommodations exist. Inquire when making reservation.

Exterior hallways.

All rooms have private balconies or patios.

Room amenities	See room descriptions
	Complimentary WiFi
	Only 3 buildings have elevators – be sure to put in a room request if this is a factor for you.
	Bed boards/rails and high chair available by request.
	International Electrical Adaptors available by request.

Registration

Check in	room guaranteed by 4:00pm
Check out	by 11:00am
Late check out	can be requested the night before check-out
Early arrival	Be sure to Check-in at the Registration desk upon arrival, the room may be ready early, or at the very least they'll give a phone number you can call from any house phone in WDW to get you're room number - therefore you don’t have to go back to the registration desk.
Express Check out	Upon arrival you can leave a credit card on your room account. It can then be used to make charges to your room during your stay. And then, the morning you leave, an itemized bill will be on your door handle. If there are any problems, then you can contact the Front Desk - otherwise you're all set and can leave without going back to Registration.
Magical Express	For those of you flying into Orlando Intl Airport, Disney is making it even easier to get to their World. You’re given special tags to put on your luggage. Then when you arrive in Orlando, just get on the Magical Express bus – they’ll take you to your resort to check in. You go off and have fun, and you’re bags show up in your room later that day. Before your departure, you'll get a letter saying when you should be at the lobby to check your bags and catch your bus to the airport.

What you get at check in	Resort Map: shows Old Key West
	Resort ‘newsletter’, Keynotes, includes dining, shopping, and recreation info for the resort. Also has other important resort information and phone numbers.
	"Your Guide to the Magic" with dining, shopping, recreation and WDW property map.
	WDW Theme Park times Guide
	Recreation guide for Old Key West
	Key to the World -- your room key not only opens your room, but is also your early entry ID, charge-to-room card, and perhaps your theme park ticket – Don’t Loose It
	If you drove, then you’ll get a parking pass – use it or your room key to park for free at the theme parks, and also to get through the security gate back at your resort.
What to ask for	Wild About Safety coloring book for kids (or big kids)
What to ask for	Theme Park maps

Resort amenities

Lobby Concierge	your source for tickets, dining priority seating, dinner shows, recreation reservations, fishing or fireworks cruises, and other information
Business Services	fax and limited services at Front desk in Hospitality House
Bell Services	Luggage service, taxi.
Valet Parking	Not available at this resort
Airline Check-in	On the day of your flight you can print out your boarding passes for select airlines. Located at Hospitality House
Laundry	Located at each pool. Free of charge.
Fitness Center	R.E.S.T. exercise center. No additional fee for resort guests.
Salon	Slappy Joe’s Massage Room.
Child Care	Not at this resort. Call "Kid's Night Out" 407-828-0920
Misc Services	ATM & Post-box are in the Hospitality House Breezeway. Stamps available at Conch Flats General Store.
Wifi	Complimentary WiFi
Ice & Vending Machines	Ice machines located at all pools and most bus stops. Consult resort map.
Wheelchair rental	As a guest of the resort, you can request a length-of-stay wheelchair rental. A refundable deposit is given at Lobby Concierge and you are given use of a push-style wheelchair for the length of your stay. Available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Recreation

Pools	Sandcastle Themed pool with slide, kiddie pool and spa
	3 quiet pools with spas located around resort
	Towels available at all pools
	Sauna located inside the lighthouse
	Life jackets available free of charge. Inquire at Hanks Rent 'N Return.
	There is no swimming in Sassagoula River
Arcade	Electric Eel Game room located at Hospitality House
Arcade	Flying Fisherman located at Turtle Shack
Rentals	Hank’s Rent ‘N Return Powered boats Pedal boats, kayaks Surrey Bikes & bicycles
	Volleyball, tennis, basketball, shuffleboard, ping pong
	Community Hall has video games, movies, and activities
Playground	Located at Sandcastle Themed Pool, Turtle Shack & at South Point Rd quiet pool. Play in the sand by the Sandcastle
Jogging trails	Consult map for route or ask at Lobby Concierge in the Hospitality House.

Children’s activities	By Sandcastle Pool, ask at Community Hall.
Hair wraps
Temporary tattoos
Pressed penny machines	Located at Hospitality House
Disney cartoons	Playing in Papa's Den
Other Entertainment	Papa’s Den located off Registration is nice for relaxing.
	Firepit for s'mores

Dining

Olivia’s Café	Table Service. Key West flavors. Located at Hospitality House.
Olivia’s Café	Breakfast 7:30am-10:30am Lunch/Dinner 11:30am-10:00pm
Good’s to Go	Counter Service. Hot dogs, burgers, etc. Located at Hospitality House.
Good’s to Go	Breakfast 7:30am-10:30am Lunch/dinner 11:30am-10:00pm
Gurgling Suitcase	Full service bar. Located at Hospitality House
Gurgling Suitcase	11:30am-midnight
Turtle Shack	Counter Service & bar. Hot dogs, burgers, etc. Located off Turtle Pond Road, next to the pool.
Turtle Shack	Lunch/dinner Noon-6:00pm Seasonal
BBQ Grill	Self serve grill available. Located by Turtle Shack.
Refillable Mug	Available for purchase and use at Good’s Food to Go and Turtle Shack.

Shopping

Conch Flats General Store	Old Key West and Vacation Club logo items/clothes, standard WDW souvenirs, clothes for all ages, nick-nacks, housewares, etc. Food, drinks, and various sundries available. Limited groceries. 7:00am-11:00pm.
Package Pick-up	Packages sent to the resort from the Theme Parks can be picked up at the designated counter at Conch Flats General Store

Transportation

Monorail	Not available at this resort.
Buses	There are 5 bus stops around the resort.
Buses	Bus transportation to all Theme Parks, water parks, and Downtown Disney
Boat	Dock located at Hospitality House.
Boat	Boats travel to Downtown Disney Marketplace and Saratoga Springs Resort.
Walkway	A very long (about 1 mile) walkway leads along the Sassagoula River and Lake Buena Vista golf course to Saratoga Springs or to Downtown Disney West Side.

Pros	Relaxed resort, nice atmosphere.
Pros	Boat to Marketplace is really nice
Cons	You’ll have to bus mostly everywhere, and sometimes they don’t run very often (20-30 minutes).