5 reasons to love Disney’s Riviera Resort

Being the newest edition in the family of DVC resorts, the Riviera Resort is a state-of-the-art Disney wonder. With European-style accommodations, delightful dining, and never-ending fun, the Riviera Resort is a fan favorite. In addition, the Riviera Resort has specific features and services as all other DVC resorts. 

Here are the top 5 reasons why we love Disney’s Riviera Resort. 

Location: Access to endless Disney magic

When you're staying at a DVC Resort, the one thing you should wish for is easy access to other Disney parks and properties. After all, the closer you are to Disney parks, the more Disney magic you can experience. 

Providing access to multiple parks and resorts in short distances, the Riviera Resort opens endless possibilities for you. Located near Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, guests staying at the Riviera Resort are just a couple of minute bus ride away from Epcot and the Hollywood studios. 

Moreover, guests can also visit Disney Springs taking a short bus ride from the Riviera Resort. The Bus service follows a schedule and might not be available after Disney Springs closes. The same goes for visiting the Magic Kingdom from Disney’s Riviera Resort. A short bus ride will take you to the gates of Disney’s Magic Kingdom Theme Park. 

Disney Skyliner: More than just a transport service

Opening in 2019, the Disney Skyliner is a Gondola lift system. It has undoubtedly been the most helpful upgrade for Walt Disney World. However, the Skyliner is more than just a lift, providing travelers with an immersive transport system to traverse between different Disney resorts and parks. 

The Disney Skyliner consists of cabins capable of carrying up to 10 passengers at once. The Riviera Resort has a specific Disney Skyliner station, the other stations being at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, and Disney's Art of Animation Resort. In addition, guests staying at the Riviera Resort will have direct access to the Gondola lifts. 

Unlike other transportation, the Disney Skyliner provides a scenic ride to other resorts and parks. Along with faster transportation, the Disney Skyliner also allows travelers to experience the magical landscape of the Walt Disney World while cruising in the air. 

Dining: experience the European elegance 

As we have always emphasized, no vacations are complete without the premium Dining experiences offered at Disney resorts. The Riviera Resort has no competition when it comes to dining services. Serving European-style meals, the eateries at the Riviera Resort are irresistible. 

Topolino's Terrace 

Bless your dinner and Breakfast with delicious European meals at the Riviera Resort’s rooftop diner. The Topolino’s Terrace offers delightful views atop the Riviera Resort. The restaurant provides an indoors and outdoors sitting area. 

The Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends of Topolino’s Terrace is just how you want to start your day. As the name suggests, the Breakfast à la Art is a character dining experience where you meet Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy. Kids love meeting their favorite Disney characters and their stylish costumes, charming greetings, etc. 

Dinner at the Topolino’s Terrace is elegant and lavish. The rooftop dinner at the Topolino’s Terrace is similar to the French cliff-side restaurants. Topolino is an Italian word for “Mickey Mouse.” 

From cuisine to its name, the restaurant holistically follows a European theme. 

Le Petit Café

Travel to the roadside bakeries of Paris with the Riviera Resort’s elegant patisserie. Enjoy morning coffee with Parisian sweets prepared by the Cafe’s artisan chefs. The Le Petit Café features a wide range of options to cater to your morning coffee needs. 

Treat yourself to a caramel Macchiato or perhaps a Chai Tea Latte if you prefer tea. While you sip on your coffee, order some of the Cafe’s famous pastries. The oven-fresh treats are artistically decorated and presented, or as they say in French, “la perfection.”

In the evening, the Cafe turns into a soulful wine bar. Spend your evenings at the Le Petit Café sipping on the fine wines. Guests can also treat their late-night cravings with the Cafe’s savory snacks. The Le Petit Café serves the Parisian goodness from 7 AM to 9 PM. 

Disney’s Artistry 

Inspired by Walt Disney's fascination with European craftsmanship, the Riviera Resort has aesthetically pleasing architecture. Named after the European Riviera, the resort pays homage to the hotels and retreats situated along the Mediterranean coast in the early 20th century. 

Every noticeable detail of the Riviera Resort can be traced back to European architecture and craftsmanship. The main lobby also celebrates the European architectural practices of the early 20th century. 

Moreover, the Resort hosts dozens of custom artworks inspired by the artists of the French Riviera and their work. The Resort’s elegance is continued to the outdoors. The DVC resort sits surrounded by lush gardens, lively fountains, and the scenic landscape of the Epcot region. Upon entrance, the Resort features a Palm-tree lined boulevard and the majestic main building. 

S’il Vous Play

The Riviera Resort is a favorite for kids and adults alike. Where the younger Disney fans might not be interested in the intricate details of the Resort's architecture, they sure are going to love the S'il Vous Play area. 

Inspired by the 20th-century public fountains of Europe, the S'il Vous Play area provides an interactive recreation for the kids. The little ones can splash and enjoy in the water all they want. 

The Play Area pays homage to music, art, and dance. The S'il Vous Play follows a theme based on the film "Fantasia". Much to the delight of the younger Disney fans, the fountain features cartoon animal sculptures. Overall, the S'il Vous Play provides a complete recreational paradise for your children. 

Final Thoughts

Disney’s Riviera Resort offers extraordinary experiences for everyone in the family. So whether you wish to spend a magical evening at the rooftop restaurant or watch your kids giggle in a European-style water fountain, the Riviera Resort will make all that possible. 

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