Disneys Resort Profiles: Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Inspired by historic Saratoga Springs—a late-1800s’ New York retreat famous for its spas and horse racing—this charming, Victorian-style Resort hotel is nestled between rolling golf course greens and the shimmering Lake Buena Vista. Delight in stately Studios and multi-bedroom Villas, dazzling pools and a spa. You can also explore the fun activities and exciting dining options of Disney Springs, just a boat ride away.
Saratoga Springs is one of the two Disney Vacation Club Properties that is not attached to a Deluxe Resort. The rooms are a little bigger than the other DVC properties. It does not enjoy the same privileged location as some of the other options, but I do love the walking path to Disney Springs. The Treehouse Villas make so many childhood dreams come true.
Even if it is still a bit higher to stay onsite, the benefits can far outweigh the added cost. I have laid out those benefits for you to see how staying at a Disney resort is a good value for you in my blog “Benefits to Staying at a Disney Resort.”
PROS:
Great value
Offers multiple room configurations
Walk to Disney Springs
CONS:
Location
Good For:
Adults, Larger Families on a budget, Golfers
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Room Options:
1 Bedroom/1 Bath Villa- Sleeps up to 4 guests. 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sleeper, plus one crib.
2 Bedroom/2 Bath Villa- Sleeps up to 8 guests. 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sleeper OR 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Double Sleeper plus one crib.
3 Bedroom/4 Bath Villa- Sleeps up to 12 guests. 1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sleeper
TreehouseVilla- Rooms sleeps up to 9 guests. 2 Queen Beds, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa, Bunk Beds, 1 Sleeping Chair.
Dining:
The Turf Club Bar and Grill (Table Service)
Savor classic American cuisine in a racetrack clubhouse setting with gorgeous golf course and lake views. Start off with tasty appetizers—from hearty soups and sizzling bites to their signature grilled romaine salad. In the mood for something more robust? Go for the main stretch with American comfort classics like seared duck breast or prime rib.
Artist’s Palette (Quick Service)
Start your day with a picture-perfect hot breakfast, or a pleasing lunch or dinner with gourmet sandwiches, salads, and grab ’n’ go items.
Paddock Grill (Pool Bar)
Have a classic breakfast fare or American favorites like the Saratoga Burger, cobb salad, and sandwiches—as well as a variety of refreshing alcoholic specialty drinks.
On the Rocks Pool Bar
Relax by the water with a thirst-quenching libation—like frozen or on-the-rocks cocktails, draft beer, sangria or wine, along with non-alcoholic beverages—all while gazing at the High Rock Spring pool. Don’t forget your sunscreen and shades!
Backstretch Pool Bar
Round the home stretch with a refreshing non-alcoholic drink in hand, or choose from a winning selection of beers and cocktails. Make your victory lap even sweeter with a selection of poolside snacks and sandwiches.
The Turf Club (Lounge)
Soak up sweeping views of Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course and Disney Springs at this casual bar inside The Turf Club Bar and Grill. Featuring a light menu and an ambience that will leave you feeling light on your feet, it’s the perfect place to unwind.
Pizza Delivery
Get tasty classics like oven-fresh pizza, salad, chicken strips, and more delivered directly to your room when staying at a select Disney Resort hotel.
In-Room Kitchen
If you are staying in a one, two or three bedroom villa you will be equipped with a full kitchen. You can order groceries delivered to be able to prepare meals in your room.
Activities
Saratoga Springs has just about everything you could want to do. There are 5 Pools and 3 hot tubs. The feature pool has scenic rock work, a waterslide, and a child wet play area. You can also enjoy nearby bike rentals, arcade and playground. The resort also features basketball, tennis, and shuffleboard courts, a billiards room, craft and game room, and on-site golf if you are looking for a friendly competition. They also offer a health club, sunrise yoga, and full service spa.
Nightly Disney movies under the stars at High Rock Spring Pool.
Activities and programs are subject to change. Although the activities vary by day and by resort, here is an example of some of the trivia, arts and crafts, dance parties, games, and bingo you might find.
Check your tv for the schedule during your stay.
Services
Self Service Laundry Facilities (Dry Cleaning & Valet Laundry Available by selecting “housekeeping” on Room Phone)
Shopping
Artist’s Palette is a one-stop shop for food, groceries, and sundries. The shop stocks Disney character apparel and souvenirs as well as Saratoga Springs and Disney Vacation Club logo merchandise and general sundries. There is also a supply of grab-and-go food, groceries, and beverages (including adult beverages) for use in the villas.
Transportation
Disney’s bus service is available to EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the Magic Kingdom and the Animal Kingdom, as well as the Disney water parks. There are four bus stops throughout the resort. Boat transportation and a walkway give you easy access to Disney Springs.
These times are approximate, provided to give you an idea of average travel times. Please plan on up to a 20 minute wait for Disney transportation in addition to walking time to resort or theme park transportation stops.
Magic Kingdom – 21 minutes by bus, 38 minutes by car (with transfers)
Epcot – 15 minutes by bus, 18 minutes by car
Disney’s Hollywood Studios – 17 minutes by bus, 20 minutes by car
Disney’s Animal Kingdom – 22 minutes by bus, 20 minutes by car
Disney Springs – 15 minutes walking, 10 minutes by bus, 7 minutes by car
Blizzard Beach Water Park – 21 minutes by bus, 16 minutes by car
Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – 21 minutes by bus, 9 minutes by car
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