Disney’s Riviera Resort is a deluxe villa resort in the Skyliner Resort Area at Disney World. The resort opened in 2019 and we found it a wonderful new addition to the lengthy list of Walt Disney World Resorts. So much so, that we’ve returned many times since. For the sake of this review, we’ll take a look at the Riviera Resort Deluxe Studio with preferred view room. The room is quite comfortable and can accommodate up to four guests and possibly five for anyone traveling with children. Below is an overview of the actual deluxe studio room.
Deluxe Studio Room Amenities
When it comes to a deluxe studio, there is more than meets the eye. You might notice that the bed toward the back of the room is a Murphy-Style bed that pulls down out of the wall. It adds an additional queen bed to the space. During the day, you can put the bed away and use the space as a living area.
There is a low coffee table in the living area that doubles as extra storage. I also felt it offered a nice table top for children to sit around and have a meal. You can easily mobile order a quick service meal from Primo Piatto downstairs and bring them back to your room. (You can preview their menu here.)
Next we have a closer look at that pull down Murphy style bed. The artwork in the panel features scenes from 101 Dalmatians. One of the really nice things about the Riviera Resort, in general, is the amount of artwork they have throughout the resort. If you are a lover of art, this is definitely a resort you’ll want to consider.
Underneath the television you’ll encounter a pull down trundle. Naturally, the beds are designated for younger children. While I didn’t have a tape measure with me, I do think it’s safe to say that these run just a tad bit smaller than a standard twin size bed. Children will love the fact that Pascal is sleeping peacefully beside them along with a few other animals from the forest.
Deluxe Studio Bath at Riviera
One of my favorite things about the deluxe studio room at Disney’s Riviera was the guest bath. This is one of those baths where you have a full tub and shower combination with vanity on one side of the space.
On the opposite side, you’ll find a water closet with full size walk-in shower. This is a wonderful layout because it allows more than one guest to use the bath space at a time and still have privacy. You might also notice the hook outside the bath in the hallway. These could serve as a great place to hang rain jackets or ponchos at the end of the day. You could even use them for extra towel space if needed.
Here’s a closer look at the bath area. The marble inlay and tile with brass fixtures give the area a luxurious feel. There’s also a removable shower head in the bathtub area. These really come in handy when washing children’s hair. Over in the vanity area you’ll find a raised shelf with plenty of room to place your essential items. I also really like the makeup mirror with lights.
Below is a better view of the walk-in shower in the water closet area. The bath has an overhead rain shower head along with a standard detachable shower head. Toward the back of the shower is a built-in bench that is a nice upgrade from a standard hotel. Next, we’ll take a look at some of the other perks you’ll find in this room.
Riviera Deluxe Studio Kitchenette
Having a kitchenette in a deluxe studio is also a nice amenity. The space offers a separate sink area and counter space over a refrigerator area. While all hotel rooms at Disney offer a beverage cooler, you’ll find that the deluxe studios offer an upgraded mini fridge. These upgrades provide a little more storeage space. t’s also nice to have the cabinet tucked under the sink as a separate place to store trash and recycle items.
I also like the fact that the studio rooms offer full service coffee makers. Surprisingly, our room had a Cuisinart which is a higher-end brand when it comes to kitchen appliances. The kitchenette offers pantry space, which is great if you have groceries delivered. We found several packs of coffee and hot tea products with accompaniments. This type of space comes with a few plates, glasses, and silverware. A small sink area offers a space to wash dishes. Soap and dish towels are provided.
Another big plus is having access to a microwave and toaster oven in your room. It’s pretty common practice for guests to use these amenities to prepare breakfast. This also helps save on the expense of a few meals over the entirety of a stay. Additionally, you’ll find that the resort gift shop usually has a variety of microwaveable meals available.
As far as housekeeping, you’ll want to be aware that the room is not serviced daily like some hotels. Guests can expect trash removal and a towel refresh on the fourth day and full service on the eighth day for longer stays. From our experience, though, it is typical for housekeeping to check in during the week to address any immediate needs.
Preferred View at Riviera
For the most part, the Riviera Resort has stunning views from almost any rooms. We received a preferred view that turned out to be a view of Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort that sits next door. Below is the balcony for the room. It’s a nice size offering two chairs and a table in between.
As far as staying at Disney’s Riviera Resort goes there’s a lot to be said about the location. You have all the dining and resort amenities at the Riviera. Plus, you can walk over to Caribbean Beach and easily access their counter and table service dining.
Not only that, both resorts have a Skyliner station. If you are visiting Hollywood Studios you can take the Skyliner to the Caribbean Beach station and transfer to Hollywood Studios. It’s actually simpler just to walk over in most cases. And vice versa for traveling to Epcot which you can get to immediately from the Riviera section.
Extras
Lastly, we have a look at some of the storage areas in the Riviera Deluxe Studio room. The foyer is quite a good size and holds a double door closet. There’s also a bit of a ledge by the door to place your magic bands so you don’t forget them before heading out to the parks. The closet holds an iron, ironing board, vacuum cleaner, luggage rack, and extra blankets.
We hope that this review answered any questions you might have about staying in a Riviera Resort Deluxe Studio with a preferred view. As seasoned Disney travel agents we would love to further assist you in planning your next Walt Disney World vacation.
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