Hi Holly!
A theme park view in the tower at the Contemporary Resort provides awe-inspiring views of the Magic Kingdom. Hooray!
Yes, the monorail runs through the Contemporary tower.
Reservations are almost always necessary for dining at Chef Mickey's. Mickey cooks up a delicious buffet that is very popular for breakfast and dinner. I would definitely make an Advance Dining Reservation if you would like to dine with Mickey.
On the fourth floor, you'll have easy access to the
Contempo Cafe which is a quick service restaurant offering all meals and snacks. Some guests wait to grab breakfast once they are in the parks. For instance, you could get breakfast at the Main Street Bakery in the Magic Kingdom or Starring Rolls Cafe in Disney's Hollywood Studios. However, the selection will be larger and more variety if you grab your morning meal at the Contempo Cafe.
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