
Caribe Royale Orlando
Best for families or groups who want suite-style rooms, a big pool complex and extensive on-site meeting/wedding space.
Prices in other currencies are estimates. You’re charged in USD.
Caribe Royale Orlando is a family-oriented Lake Buena Vista resort with villa-style suites, multiple pools and big meeting spaces; this guide suits families, groups and convention attendees weighing space and kid-friendly amenities. Walt Disney World Swan Reserve is a modern, Disney-area hotel near EPCOT with Marriott ties; this guide suits travelers who want a contemporary hotel close to the parks and a shorter transfer to EPCOT/Disney services.
Updated · about 3 miles (4.8 km) apart

Best for families or groups who want suite-style rooms, a big pool complex and extensive on-site meeting/wedding space.

Best for guests prioritizing a short transfer to EPCOT/Disney parks and a modern hotel experience with a full-service spa.
When Caribe Royale Orlando wins: choose Caribe Royale if you need larger suite or villa space, multiple pools including a 75-foot water slide, on-site family entertainment, or if you're booking a large group or convention that needs extensive event space.
When Walt Disney World Swan Reserve wins: choose the Swan Reserve if you want a compact, contemporary hotel a short hop from EPCOT and Disney parks, a full-service spa, and a Marriott-affiliated property with complimentary theme-park shuttle service.
Bottom line: pick Caribe Royale for space, kid-focused amenities and large-event capability; pick Swan Reserve for location relative to EPCOT/Disney and a refined, hotel-style stay.
| Category | Caribe Royale Orlando | Walt Disney World Swan Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort scale, villa-style suites, family and group focus | Contemporary hotel, Disney-adjacent, hotel-style rooms and suites |
| Location | Lake Buena Vista, about 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World; on-site shuttle to Disney parks (reservation required) | Lake Buena Vista (EPCOT-area), within a short distance of Walt Disney World and complimentary theme-park shuttle |
| Size / rooms | Large: 1,337 rooms across multiple towers; one- and two-bedroom villa suites with kitchens | Mid-size hotel: 349 guestrooms including multiple Signature Suite and Traditional Room options |
| Ages / audience | All-ages resort with children’s pool, playground and family programming | All-ages hotel (not adults-only); appeals to park-focused adults and families |
| Pools & pool features | Three outdoor pools including a tropical pool with 75-foot waterslide, kiddie pool, private villa pool, cabanas and two hot tubs | Outdoor pool(s) with pool accessibility features and three hot tubs; private beach on site |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site options (The Venetian Chop House, Stadium Club, Calypso's, Tropicale, Rum Bar, Starbucks, The Market) | One main restaurant listed (Amare), plus bar/lounge and room service; onsite dining is smaller in number |
| Wellness & spa | The Island Spa with massages, facials, steam room and sauna; two-story fitness center (3,500 sq ft) | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials; 24-hour fitness facilities listed |
| Meetings & events | Extensive: up to 260,000 sq ft of meeting and event space, many ballrooms and outdoor event lawns | Conference space: 2,572 sq meters (about 27,680 sq ft) and 13 meeting rooms |
| Transport to Disney parks | Complimentary scheduled Disney shuttle included with resort fee; reservations required at Concierge | Complimentary theme-park shuttle to Walt Disney World included |
| Known for | Large suites/villas, family pools and large convention/wedding capacity | Modern EPCOT-area location, Marriott affiliation and proximity to Disney parks |
Caribe Royale sits in Lake Buena Vista on World Center Drive with resort grounds, lakes and easy access to area outlets and golf.
Choose Caribe Royale if you want a larger lakeside resort a short transfer from Disney plus local shopping and golf access.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve is in the EPCOT/boardwalk resort area, very close to Disney theme parks and Disney transport points.
Choose Swan Reserve if you want minimal park transfer time and easy EPCOT access.
Caribe Royale’s inventory centers on villa-style suites and multi-room villas built for families and longer stays.
Caribe Royale is the pick for space, kitchens and family-style suites.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve offers traditional hotel rooms and a selection of Signature Suites for a hotel-style stay.
Swan Reserve is best if you prefer hotel rooms and suites close to Disney rather than multi-room villas.
Caribe Royale offers a wide range of dining — from a AAA Four Diamond steakhouse to poolside and grab-and-go outlets.
Caribe Royale suits travelers who want many on-site dining choices, including an upscale steakhouse and active poolside venues.
Swan Reserve’s dining offering is smaller on-site but includes at least one signature restaurant, bar/lounge and room service.
Swan Reserve fits travelers who want a hotel restaurant and plan to rely on Disney-area dining for variety.
Caribe Royale’s pool complex is a major draw, with family-friendly water features and rentable cabanas.
Pick Caribe Royale for a resort-style pool scene and water-slide fun for kids and families.
Swan Reserve provides a hotel pool experience with accessible features plus a private beach area.
Swan Reserve is better if you want a quieter hotel pool and a private beach close to Disney activity.
Caribe Royale provides a full spa and fitness amenities geared toward families and active guests.
Caribe Royale meets both fitness and spa needs plus lively evening options at its sports bar and lounge.
Swan Reserve emphasizes a full-service spa and hotel-bar experience with a quieter evening atmosphere.
Swan Reserve is a good choice for a spa-focused stay and quieter hotel-bar evenings near Disney.

Caribe Royale — villa suites, three pools including a waterslide, kids’ pool and playground.

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve — EPCOT-area location and short transfers to Disney parks.

Caribe Royale — very large meeting and ballroom inventory and multiple outdoor event lawns.

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve — modern, hotel-style rooms with a full-service spa and hotel amenities.
Caribe Royale — larger villa suites, family pools, a kiddie pool and water slide with family-friendly rules and programming.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve — it’s in the EPCOT-area resort loop and has shorter transfers to Epcot and Disney transport points.
No — neither hotel includes theme-park tickets or an all-inclusive meal plan; meals and park tickets are separate purchases.
Caribe Royale — a wider variety of venues including a AAA Four Diamond steakhouse, sports bar, pool bar, breakfast restaurant, Rum Bar and grab-and-go options.
Explore how Caribe Royale Orlando stacks up against other hotels nearby:
vs. sites like Expedia, Hotels.com and other OTAs ·