
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Best for travelers who want resort-level service, a varied restaurant roster and a high-end spa on property.
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JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa is a contemporary, full-service Bonnet Creek resort with multiple restaurants, two heated pools (including an adults-only pool) and a Forbes Four-Star Spa — read this if you want resort-level service and on-site dining options near Disney. Disney's Old Key West Resort is a relaxed Disney Vacation Club villa property with spacious villa-style rooms and a laid-back island theme — read this if you want larger Disney-branded villa accommodations and easy access to Disney property for families.
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Best for travelers who want resort-level service, a varied restaurant roster and a high-end spa on property.

Best for families or longer stays who want villa-style accommodations with kitchenettes and a Disney Vacation Club atmosphere.
When JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa wins: choose JW Marriott if you want a modern, service-focused stay with multiple dining styles on-site, a large Forbes Four-Star spa, a dedicated adults-only pool area and more resort amenities geared to both families and couples.
When Disney's Old Key West Resort wins: choose Old Key West if your priority is a roomy villa or multi-bedroom unit, island-inspired Disney theming, relaxed grounds and straightforward access to Walt Disney World with complimentary park shuttle and Disney-branded touches.
Bottom line: both properties suit relaxed Disney-area vacations; pick JW Marriott for a polished, service-and-dining-forward experience with a notable spa, and pick Old Key West for larger villa layouts and a classic Disney Vacation Club atmosphere for families or longer stays.
| Category | JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa | Disney's Old Key West Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Upscale, contemporary resort focused on service, dining and spa. | Laid-back, family-focused Disney Vacation Club property with island theming. |
| Location relative to Disney | Within Bonnet Creek, minutes by car to Disney parks; on private Bonnet Creek parcel surrounded by Disney property. | On Disney property (Lake Buena Vista), very close to Disney Springs and theme parks. |
| Size | 516 guest rooms and suites across multiple room types. | 761 rooms/villas (unit mix includes Studios, 1- and 2-Bedroom Villas). |
| Best for | Couples and families who want spa, varied dining and resort amenities. | Families and Disney Vacation Club members wanting villa-style living and Disney immersion. |
| Pools | Two heated outdoor pools: a family pool and a separate adults-only pool with daybeds; pool lifts and cabanas available. | One main outdoor pool and children's pool; family-friendly poolside bar and recreation options. |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven on-site venues including Sear + Sea Woodfire Grill (steakhouse), Illume (Japanese), a beer garden and poolside dining. | One main restaurant and poolside bar; cooked-to-order breakfasts available; more limited on-site dining selection. |
| Spa & wellness | Spa by JW — a Forbes Four-Star spa with 10 treatment rooms, hydrothermal facilities and signature treatments. | Not published |
| Kids & family | Children’s club (surcharge), kids’ activities, mini-golf and family suites/lofts. | Family-focused villas with kitchens, complimentary theme-park shuttle and children’s pool. |
| Accessibility & family rooms | Multiple accessible rooms; a wide variety of suites including family lofts and 2-bedroom suites. | Many accessible room variations listed across Studio, 1- and 2-Bedroom Villas. |
| Parking & transport | On-site self and valet parking for a fee; shuttle service to Disney parks should be reconfirmed with property (conflicting sources). | Self parking and valet available for a surcharge; complimentary theme-park shuttle included. |
JW Marriott sits on the Bonnet Creek parcel surrounded by Disney property, a short drive to the parks and Disney Springs.
Good pick if you want quick park access without staying inside a Disney-owned resort, and prefer a hotel cluster with other luxury properties nearby.
Disney's Old Key West Resort is on Disney property in Lake Buena Vista, steps from Disney transport and Disney Springs proximity.
Choose Old Key West for the easiest Disney access and the convenience of Disney-operated transportation and on-site Disney services.
JW Marriott offers 516 guest rooms and a range of suites designed for families and couples.
Better if you want hotel-style service, multiple suite options and a contemporary design.
Disney's Old Key West provides villa-style accommodations from Deluxe Studio to 2 Bedroom Villas suitable for longer family stays.
Better if you prefer larger rooms or full kitchens for family stays or extended visits to Disney.
JW Marriott has seven distinct dining venues covering steakhouse, Japanese, marketplace, beer garden and poolside menus.
Pick JW Marriott if on-site restaurant variety and evening dining options matter to you.
Disney's Old Key West has fewer on-site restaurants, focusing on a main restaurant and poolside bar with Disney-style breakfasts and family dining.
Choose Old Key West if you plan to dine at the parks or Disney Springs and only need basic on-site dining.
JW Marriott offers two heated outdoor pools (separate family and adults-only pools) plus kids’ activities and recreational features.
Stronger for guests who want a variety of on-site recreation, including quieter adults-only pool space.
Old Key West provides a family-friendly pool and related recreation suited to villa stays and Disney guests.
Better if you want a relaxed pool experience and easy park days rather than a broad menu of resort recreation.
JW Marriott features Spa by JW, a Forbes Four-Star spa with hydrothermal facilities and a 24-hour fitness center.
Choose JW Marriott if a full-service spa and evening dining/drinks are important to your stay.
Disney's Old Key West does not list a comparable full-service spa in the supplier listing; nightlife is minimal on-site.
Pick Old Key West if evenings are quiet and park-based entertainment is your plan; choose JW Marriott for in-resort spa and nightlife.

JW Marriott — Spa by JW is a Forbes Four-Star facility with hydrothermal amenities and specialty treatments.

Disney's Old Key West Resort — villa layouts (Studio, 1- and 2-Bedroom Villas) and kitchens make longer family stays easier.

JW Marriott — seven distinct dining venues including a steakhouse and a ninth-floor Japanese restaurant with fireworks views.

Disney's Old Key West Resort — a Disney Vacation Club property on Disney grounds with straightforward Disney transport and theming.
JW Marriott — it has Spa by JW (Forbes Four-Star) and a separate adults-only pool with daybeds for a quieter experience.
Disney's Old Key West Resort — the villa-style 1- and 2-Bedroom Villas and Studios typically include kitchen or kitchenette options suited to families.
Yes. Old Key West is on Disney property with Disney transport; JW Marriott is minutes by car from the parks and may offer shuttle service — confirm JW shuttle details directly as sources conflict.
Yes. JW Marriott has seven venues spanning steakhouse to marketplace; Old Key West has a main restaurant and pool bar with cooked-to-order breakfasts and relies more on Disney venues nearby.
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