
Walt Disney World Swan
Best for travelers who prioritize walking access to Epcot/Disney, multiple on-site pools, spa treatments, and on-property signature dining.
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Walt Disney World Swan is an Epcot-area full-service hotel with multiple pools, on-site spa, and several signature restaurants; read this if you want walkable access to Epcot and hotel-style services. Magic Village Yards, Trademark Collection is a resort-style townhouse/villa property in Kissimmee with multi-bedroom units and full kitchens; read this if you want extra space and apartment-style amenities near Disney.
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Best for travelers who prioritize walking access to Epcot/Disney, multiple on-site pools, spa treatments, and on-property signature dining.

Best for families or groups who need multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, and a villa-style layout near Walt Disney World.
When Walt Disney World Swan wins: Choose the Swan if you want to be inside the Epcot Resort Area with walking and boat access to Epcot and Hollywood Studios, multiple pools (including the shared Grotto Pool complex), a full-service Mandara Spa, and several signature restaurants.
When Magic Village Yards wins: Pick Magic Village Yards if your priority is space and a condo/townhouse layout — multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, private patios/balconies, and resort-style villa amenities at a managed property near Disney.
Bottom line: Swan is a traditional hotel experience focused on location and hotel services; Magic Village Yards is a practical villa/aparthotel choice when extra bedrooms and full kitchens matter more than immediate Epcot-area walkability.
| Category | Walt Disney World Swan | Magic Village Yards, Trademark Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Full-service Epcot-area hotel and resort complex | Resort-style townhouse/aparthotel with villa layouts |
| Location (to Disney) | Within walking distance of Epcot and close to Disney’s Hollywood Studios | Near Walt Disney World Resort (property listing notes ~2.7 km / 1.7 mi to Walt Disney World® Resort) |
| Size / units | 758 guest rooms at the Swan property (hotel rooms and suites) | 180 guestrooms (multi-bedroom villas and apartments) |
| Ages | All ages welcome; family-focused facilities | |
| Pools & water features | Five outdoor pools plus shared 3-acre Grotto Pool complex, kiddie pool, water slide, whirlpools, and a Crescent Lake white-sand beach area | Outdoor pool(s) and a hot tub (wheelchair-accessible pool listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple signature venues (Il Mulino, Kimonos, Garden Grove) plus pool bars and quick-service outlets | One on-site restaurant (Villaggio) and a bar/lounge; room service available (limited hours) |
| Spa & fitness | Mandara Spa on site (treatments, salon; hours published) and WestinWORKOUT 24-hour fitness studio | Fitness facilities listed; spa presence not published |
| Known for | Location on Crescent Lake with Disney walking/boat access and large meeting/wedding facilities | Multi-bedroom villas with full kitchens, private furnished balconies/patios, and on-site grills |
| Parking & transport | Self-parking and valet (fees); complimentary Disney theme-park parking for registered guests; Friendship boat to Epcot/Studios | Free self parking onsite; a car is recommended for wider local travel |
| Accessibility | Multiple wheelchair-accessible rooms and public facilities; accessible pool features | |
The Walt Disney World Swan sits in the Epcot Resort Area on Crescent Lake, within walking distance of Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Choose the Swan for the closest on-foot/boat access to Epcot and easy Disney connections.
Magic Village Yards is a Kissimmee aparthotel in a shopping/resort area a short drive from Walt Disney World.
Magic Village Yards sits a short drive from Disney and is convenient if you plan to drive or use rideshares.
Walt Disney World Swan offers hotel-style guest rooms in several categories designed for up to four guests in standard configurations.
Swan rooms suit travelers who want hotel service and compact guest rooms near the parks.
Magic Village Yards provides villas and apartment-style units with multiple bedrooms and full kitchens.
Magic Village Yards is aimed at families or groups who want separate bedrooms and in-unit kitchens.
Walt Disney World Swan has several signature and casual on-property dining outlets.
Swan provides wider on-site dining variety and signature restaurant options.
Magic Village Yards lists one main on-site restaurant (Villaggio) plus a bar/lounge and limited room service.
Magic Village Yards suits guests who want the option to cook in their villa and a single on-site dining outlet.
Walt Disney World Swan is known for its shared pool complex and beach area on Crescent Lake.
Swan delivers a large, varied pool complex that appeals to families and kids.
Magic Village Yards offers an outdoor pool and at least one hot tub as its main water features.
Magic Village Yards provides a simpler pool setup, with the main advantage being private villa features rather than multiple hotel pools.
Walt Disney World Swan has a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness studio, plus nearby BoardWalk nightlife.
Swan is the stronger pick for spa treatments, fitness, and walkable evening options.
Magic Village Yards lists fitness facilities and on-site bars/lounges; a dedicated spa is not published in the listing.
Magic Village Yards covers basic wellness needs but does not publish an on-site spa menu.

Walt Disney World Swan — walking and boat access to Epcot and proximity to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Magic Village Yards — 3- and 4-bedroom villas with full kitchens and private patios/balconies.

Walt Disney World Swan — Mandara Spa plus a 24-hour WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio.

Magic Village Yards — kitchens with full-sized refrigerators, ovens, and apartment-style living.
Walt Disney World Swan is in the Epcot Resort Area and is within walking distance of Epcot; Magic Village Yards is a short drive from Disney.
For a family needing separate bedrooms and kitchen space, Magic Village Yards’ 3- and 4-bedroom villas are a better fit. For families prioritizing location and hotel services near Epcot, the Swan is better.
Magic Village Yards lists fitness facilities and a hot tub, but a dedicated on-site spa menu or Mandara-style spa is not published.
A car is recommended at Magic Village Yards for getting around beyond Disney; the Swan offers better walk/boat access to nearby Disney attractions and complimentary park transport.
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