Welcome to planDisney, Kristin, and thank you for your question. On my most recent visit to the
Walt Disney World Resort, I was fortunate enough to stay at
Disney's Contemporary Resort for the first time and was blown away by how great my experience was. From the Resort Monorail being steps away from my room (and the Bay Lake Tower) to my meal at California Grill, this resort has quickly moved up on my favorites list.
For your upcoming stay at
Bay Lake Tower, I am happy to confirm that you can utilize the
complimentary overnight self-parking as a guest staying at a Disney Resort hotel. Although your room may not be ready upon arrival, you can still check in at the front desk or through the
My Disney Experience app, which I highly recommend. When you arrive, simply show the Cast Member at the entrance of the parking lot your reservation, which will be confirmed, and then you are free to park.
If you haven't stayed at the Contemporary Resort or Bay Lake Tower before, the walking path from the resort to the Magic Kingdom is super convenient. If heading into the Magic Kingdom, be sure to swing by
Gaston's Tavern for a Warm Cinnamon Roll, it is one of my favorite snacks when visiting Walt Disney World!
Thanks for stopping by,
Brent