Hi Linda and welcome to
planDisney! How wonderful to know that you are busy planning your next magical visit to the
Walt Disney World Resort!
When it comes to perks, staying at a hotel within the
Disney Resorts hotel Collection is the way to go. Guests who stay on site would not have to pay for parking at the theme parks. If you decide on a
Disney Deluxe Resort hotel or
Disney Deluxe Villa hotel, you would also get extra time at the theme parks in the evenings, on select days.
When it comes to hotels off-site, you would have to check directly with them to find out about the perks. I’ve stayed off-site with my family a bunch and most of the time, proximity to the theme parks is the benefit. But many hotels offer shuttle service to the parks for a fee or a complimentary breakfast.
Linda, before your book your stay, I recommend taking a look at the
Special Offers that may be available during the dates of your next visit. Mickey and his friends offer promotions on Disney Resort Hotel Collection stays and theme park tickets often. You never know when one of those offers might coincide with your next vacation!
I hope this information is helpful to you. Please feel free to come back to see us if you have any more planning questions. Helping you with the details of your next
magical visit is always our pleasure!
Veronica