Is Windsor Hills Resort worth it? For most families visiting Disney World, yes. You get a gated resort about 10 minutes from Disney property, a heated lagoon pool, a water park and a full clubhouse, plus real homes with kitchens and space. Here's an honest look at what you get, and who it suits best.
Location: The Biggest Reason Windsor Hills Is Worth It
Windsor Hills sits just off Old Lake Wilson Road on the southwest edge of Walt Disney World. Disney property is about 5 to 10 minutes away and Magic Kingdom is usually about 10 to 12 minutes, so rope drop and midday breaks are realistic. Grocery stores and restaurants are close too. See how close Windsor Hills is to Disney.
Resort Amenities You'd Pay Extra for Elsewhere
- Heated lagoon pool with a hot tub and a separate toddler pool, open 8am to 10pm (hours subject to change).
- Sir Windsor's AquaVenture water park with dueling racer slides, more slides and a giant splash pad.
- A staffed clubhouse with a 48-seat movie theater, games room, fitness center and the Marketplace & Grille.
- Sports and play: tennis, basketball, sand volleyball and pickleball courts, a putting green and three fenced playgrounds.
- Security: a registered-guest-only gated community with a gatehouse staffed 24 hours a day.
Space and Privacy of a Real Home
Choose from 2- and 3-bedroom condos, 3-bedroom townhouses with private splash pools, and larger houses and villas with private pools. Everyone gets a real bed, you get a full kitchen and laundry, and bedtime doesn't mean whispering in a hotel room.
What to Know Before You Book
- You'll want a car or rideshare; there is no resort shuttle to Disney.
- Resort pool and water park wristbands come from the clubhouse.
- Homes vary by owner, so check photos, reviews and what's included.
- The lagoon pool is heated; the water park and splash areas are not.
Who Windsor Hills Suits Best
It's a strong fit for Disney-focused families, multigenerational groups, families with toddlers who need naps, and large groups who want to stay together. If you want a quiet, secure base close to the parks with plenty for kids to do on rest days, it delivers.
The Verdict
Windsor Hills is worth it when you value location, space and resort fun that doesn't require a drive. Compare the total cost to two or three hotel rooms plus dining out, and it often comes out ahead. Start with our Windsor Hills Resort guide, or book direct with a Windsor Hills owner.
