
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa
Best for multi-bedroom groups and families who want villa space, lots of pools and an on-site water park (admission sold separately).
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Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa is a 4-star villa-style family resort in Orlando’s International Drive area with multiple pools, a paid on-site water park and large multi-bedroom villas. Disney's BoardWalk Inn is a 3-star Disney EPCOT-area boardwalk-themed resort with a nostalgic lakeside promenade, good on-site dining and easy theme-park access — useful for travelers who want to stay inside the Disney Resort area.
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Best for multi-bedroom groups and families who want villa space, lots of pools and an on-site water park (admission sold separately).

Best for guests who prioritize location inside Walt Disney World Resort, boardwalk atmosphere and easy access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.
When Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa wins: choose Westgate Lakes if you need multi-bedroom villas, want multiple pools and kid-focused recreation (Treasure Cove Water Park, kids’ club, mini golf) or prefer resort-style activities without leaving property.
When Disney's BoardWalk Inn wins: choose the BoardWalk Inn if you want to be inside the Disney resort footprint, prefer a compact, themed hotel with evening entertainment and direct Disney transport, and value proximity to EPCOT-area dining and nightlife.
Bottom line: Westgate Lakes is the more practical choice for larger groups and families seeking lots of on-site amenities; Disney's BoardWalk Inn is the pick for guests focused on Disney park access and the boardwalk entertainment/dining scene.
| Category | Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa | Disney's BoardWalk Inn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large villa resort focused on family recreation and pools | Disney boardwalk-themed resort with nostalgic lakeside promenade and evening entertainment |
| Location | International Drive / Convention Center area of Orlando (9500 Turkey Lake Rd) | Lake Buena Vista (2101 Epcot Resort Blvd), inside the Disney resort area |
| Size | About 1,990 rooms (villa-style units up to five bedrooms) | 378 guestrooms |
| Who it's for | Families and groups needing multi-bedroom villas and on-site activities | Disney travelers who want EPCOT/boardwalk access and evening dining/entertainment |
| Pools & water park | Seven outdoor pools, seven hot tubs, children’s wading pools plus Treasure Cove Water Park (paid access for on-property guests) | Outdoor pool, waterslide and hot tub(s) listed; pool(s) are part of hotel recreation |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple casual venues (Drafts Sports Bar & Grill, Sid’s Bistro, Marketplace & Deli, Cordovano Joe’s, pool bars) | Four restaurants, one bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe; room service during limited hours |
| Spa & fitness | Serenity Spa by Westgate (10,000 sq ft) with treatment rooms, sauna, steam room and fitness center | Health club listed; spa not specified in supplier listing |
| Theme-park transport | Complimentary scheduled shuttle service to Disney, Universal and SeaWorld (varies by schedule) | On-site Disney transport and very close to EPCOT/Disney parks |
| Accessibility & family features | Kids' club, playground, mini golf, watersports, pet-friendly (dogs allowed with fee) | Family-friendly; wheelchair- and hearing-accessible room options listed |
| Parking | Complimentary self-parking plus complimentary valet parking; EV charging | Self parking (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge) listed |
Westgate Lakes sits in Orlando’s International Drive/Convention Center district, convenient for a broad range of Orlando attractions.
Choose Westgate Lakes if you want a central Orlando base with driveable access to multiple parks and attractions.
Disney's BoardWalk Inn is inside the Walt Disney World Resort area beside the EPCOT/BoardWalk entertainment district.
Choose the BoardWalk Inn for immediate access to Disney park transport and the boardwalk nightlife/dining scene.
Westgate Lakes offers villa-style accommodations from studios to large multi-bedroom villas for groups.
If you need living space, kitchens and multiple bedrooms, Westgate Lakes is the practical choice.
Disney's BoardWalk Inn provides traditional guest rooms and club-level options close to Disney parks.
BoardWalk Inn works well for guests who want compact hotel rooms and Disney-style service rather than villa living.
Westgate Lakes has multiple casual, family-friendly dining venues and pool bars on property.
Expect relaxed, casual dining focused on families and groups at Westgate Lakes.
BoardWalk Inn offers several on-site restaurants and boardwalk dining within easy reach.
BoardWalk Inn is a good match if you want hotel dining plus immediate access to the BoardWalk’s restaurants and nightlife.
Pools and the on-site Treasure Cove Water Park are central to Westgate Lakes’ guest experience.
If the water park and multiple pools are priorities, Westgate Lakes offers more on-site aquatic options.
Disney's BoardWalk Inn provides hotel pool recreation aligned with Disney resort standards and the boardwalk setting.
BoardWalk Inn suits guests who prefer hotel-style pool time with immediate access to the Disney resort environment.
Westgate Lakes emphasizes a large spa and family wellness activities.
Westgate Lakes is oriented toward family wellness and spa treatments rather than late-night nightlife.
BoardWalk Inn’s appeal includes boardwalk evening entertainment and easy access to Disney nightlife.
If evening dining and strolling the Disney BoardWalk are priorities, BoardWalk Inn is the stronger pick.

Multiple bedrooms, villa living spaces, kitchens and on-site kid-friendly facilities make it ideal for groups.

Location inside the Disney resort area and immediate boardwalk access make it the choice for Disney-focused stays.

Seven pools plus the paid Treasure Cove Water Park and dedicated kids’ water play areas give families lots of options.

BoardWalk Inn’s lakeside promenade, restaurants and evening entertainment create a compact night-out experience.
Westgate Lakes — villas, a kids’ club, playground, multiple pools and an on-site water park (paid admission) cater directly to young families.
Disney's BoardWalk Inn — it sits in the EPCOT area and offers direct Disney transport and close walking/boat access to EPCOT-area attractions.
No. Westgate Lakes charges a mandatory resort fee (meals not included) and Treasure Cove Water Park access is a separate paid admission; BoardWalk Inn dining and park transport follow Disney’s usual fee structures (meals not included).
Westgate Lakes offers complimentary self-parking and complimentary valet parking; BoardWalk Inn’s supplier listing notes self and valet parking are available for a surcharge.
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