The boardwalk at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort (located near Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios, and Animal Kingdom) draws its inspiration from Francisco de Coronado's travels from Mexico to the American Southwest. The Mexican hacienda-style 1,921-room resort is richly themed, accented by mosaics, arched windows and doorways, and clay tile roofs, and even sports a five-story Mayan pyramid waterfall at the family pool. The moderately furnished guest rooms offer small refrigerators--a plus for families. Along with the wonderful pool areas, the resort features volleyball, a children's playground, a marina, and bike rentals. Golfers can take advantage of the beautiful 99-hole golf course offered nearby. As with all Disney resorts, guest perks include early admission to the theme parks as well as resort-wide transportation via waterways, monorails, or buses.

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort Amenities:

• 1,921 rooms, 3 story. Check-in 3 pm, check-out 11 am. High-speed Internet access. Two restaurants, two bars. Fitness room, spa. Beach. Four outdoor pools, children's pool, whirlpool. Airport transportation available. Business center. Credit cards accepted.