Guests wanting a taste of Europe may want to consider a stay at Disney’s Riviera Resort. This deluxe resort has a great location and gorgeous interior design. In this post I am sharing my Disney Riviera Resort review to help you decide if it is a good choice for your Disney trip.
Disney’s Riviera Resort is a Deluxe resort hotel on-site at Walt Disney World. It is close to the Disney parks, has character dining on-site, and offers suites for large families.
Disney’s Riviera Resort is a luxury resort that comes with higher nightly rates but if it is in your budget you should consider a stay. I really enjoyed the resort but lets get into all the details to help you decide if it is a good fit for your Disney World vacation.
Disney Riviera Resort Review & Recap
Disney’s Riviera Resort is a Deluxe Villa Resort located in the Epcot theme park area. It has European charm and a coziness to it that we really loved. This resort is not as large as some of the other Disney resorts but I appreciated the shorter walks to our room after a long day at the parks.
From the pools, to dining, to the daily activities, the Riviera Resort is a great choice for families. When we checked-in we were given a guide to all the daily activities that you could do at the Disney resort. Some of the activities are included with your stay and others require an upcharge.
The biggest con to the Riviera is that it is a much smaller resort compared to other Deluxe resorts. It does have the perk of being on the Skyliner but guests staying at other Deluxe resorts have access to the monorail.
If a deluxe resort is in your budget I suggest doing a bit of research and reading reviews to compare them all. That way you can determine which works best for your trip.
Disney Riviera Resort Rooms
We are a family of five and need more sleeping areas than a standard room offers. During our stay at the Riviera we stayed in the Deluxe Studio. The Deluxe Studio has one queen bed, a pull down queen bed, and a single pull down bed. This fits a family of five perfectly.
The rooms also include a mini-fridge, microwave, full size coffee maker, and a patio or balcony. There are standard and preferred view rooms. The preferred view will have a view of the nightly fireworks at Epcot.
The Deluxe Studio fit our family of five nicely. The pull down beds could be put up during the day to give more space. We had enough space for our luggage as well.
The bathroom area had two spaces separated by a pocket door. One area had a shower and toilet, and the other area had a shower and sink. Overall the rooms had enough space for our family of five.
Other rooms options at the Disney Riviera are a tower studio (sleeps 2), One-bedroom villa (sleeps 5), two-bedroom villa (sleeps 9), and the three-bedroom grand villa (sleeps 12).
The grand villas have a full kitchen and dining area, multiple bathrooms and include a washer and dryer. There is a community laundry area at the resort for all guests.
Average Nightly Rate
The standard Disney Riviera Resort price is $900.00+/night. This was last checked in October 2025. For more pricing details check Disney Riviera Resort prices here. Prices vary and special offers can be found on the Disney website. It is best to check your dates for accuracy.
Disney Riviera Resort Dining
There are 4 dining options at the resort. They are Topolino’s Terrace: Flavors of the Riviera, Le Petit Café, Prino Platto, and Bar Riva. There is also a gelato truck at the main pool area.
Topolino’s Terrace is the Riviera Resorts signature dining option. Guests can make reservations here for dinner. The offerings may be more geared towards adults but Topolino’s also offers a character meal.
Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends has guests enjoying a prix fixe meal as they meet Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck.
Reservations are required for the breakfast and signature dining. As this character breakfast becomes more popular I believe it will be a sought after reservation.
Le Petit Cafe is a coffee shop located in the lobby. It has a wide variety of coffee and pastry options. I really enjoyed the ice cinnamon cold brew. It was perfect for an afternoon treat.
Primo Piatto is the quick-service restaurant at the Riviera. The restaurant is casual and offers sandwiches, salads, and grab and go options. They have breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
Guests can also use mobile ordering at this location to pre-order your food.
Disney Riviera Resort Pools
There are two featured pool areas at the Riviera Resort. They are the Beau Soleil Pool. This pool is the quieter pool and tends to be less busy.
The main pool is the Riviera pool. This has a water slide and S’il Vous Play splash area. The splash area is themed to Fantasia and is for kids 48 inches and smaller. Perfect for little ones!
Around the Resort
Guests staying at the Riviera Resort have access to complimentary transportation, early entry & extended evening hours, free resort parking, lightning lane reservation availability 7 days in advance of stay, and on-site dining and activities.
Perks
All Disney resort guests have early theme park entry to all four theme parks 30 minutes before park open. Deluxe resort guests also receive extended evening hours at select theme parks on select nights. Check here for your travel dates.
On-site guest can also make Lightning Lane reservations 7 days in advance from the day you check-in. This can be very helpful when trying to secure a lightning lane for a popular attraction.
For example if you check in on a Monday and plan to reserve a Lighting Lane reservation for Hollywood Studios on Thursday you can start booking 7 days before the Monday check in day. This gives you a few extra days to get ahead and we’ve always been able to book the Lighting Lanes we wanted.
Transportation
Guests staying at Riviera receive complimentary transportation. For Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs guests will use Disney bus transportation. For Hollywood Studios and/or Epcot you will use the Disney Skyliner.
Daily Activities
There are wellness activities at the Riviera resort like Yoga and 1.2 mile fun run(for a fee), as well as a fitness center.
On select days you can participate in the Skyliner Rally Scavenger Hunt that will get you moving as a family. Ask a cast member when this is offered. Below is a list of the daily activities offered.
- lawn games
- campfire marshmallow roast
- movies under the stars
- children story time
- Be sure to walk through the Mural tunnel that has Peter Pan and Tangled murals. This is near the Skyliner.
- Riviera Grand Prix- kids can build their own car and race them. Thirty minutes before the pool opens there is a morning Regatta race to see who has the fastest ship in the Mediterranean.
- Rivera Resort has a large emphasis on art. You can find photos and paintings throughout the resort and there are activities like Paint Your Own Animation Cell (for a fee), Paintings on the Riviera (for a fee), and the Art Scavenger Hunt(free).
Art Scavenger Hunt at Disney World Riviera Resort
Pick up your scavenger hunt guide at the Disney Vacation Club sales desk located in the lobby. This guide has 12 locations through the resort. Each location has a sticker to add to your scavenger hunt map.
Most of the locations are in the lobby and ground level and the scavenger hunt shouldn’t take you much time. This is a fun activity for kids of all ages.
After you complete the scavenger hunt you will return to the Disney Vacation Club sales desk to receive your prize. We received a 5×7 piece of artwork of the resort. This free activity is a fun way to earn a souvenir from your visit.
DVC at Disney Riviera Resort
The Disney Riviera Resort is a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort. This means you can purchase a membership to be part of the Disney Vacation Club, as a time share member.
Members receive exclusive deals and discounts. Disney Vacation Club resorts are open to all guests visiting the Disney World resort. You do not need to be a member to book a reservation. Learn more here.
Final Thoughts
We really liked the Riviera. It is a beautiful, family friendly resort. I loved all the daily activities, the proximity to the parks, the rooms, and the on-site restaurants.
Would we stay at Disney’s Riviera Resort again? My first response is YES!! I thought it was a great resort. My second response is it depends on your budget.
Disney’s Riviera Resort is in the deluxe category and the prices reflect that. Guests staying at this resort are not looking for a budget friendly resort.
With the close proximity to the skyliner transportation and the mini-kitchen amenities in your room, you made find the extra cost worth it, but there are less expensive options on-site at a value resort or moderate resort. Only you can decide if the cost is worth it for your family.
We really did appreciate the quaint size of the resort and the art decor throughout the property. Overall Disney Riviera Resort is a great choice for an on-site deluxe resort.
If you are overwhelmed with planning or just want someone to make all the reservations for you consider using a travel agent. Our friend Nikki at Royal Treatment Travel is amazing and has helped us plan and book many of our trips. She finds the best deals and her service is complimentary for most theme park vacations! It is a win-win. Learn more here.
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Leah has been a Disney fan her entire life. From growing up with the movies to planning amazing Disney trips. She loves sharing her passion for Disney and helping others plan amazing Disney trips.
