Hiya Angela,
Welcome back to planDisney! We love it when Guests like you come back and visit us for help planning their magical vacations! If I had to pick one resort that is my favorite, it would be the Riviera Resort. I love the beautiful, calming resort vibes that overcome me the moment I step into the lobby. Also, my love for the dining at
Bar Riva and
Topolino’s Terrace keeps me constantly coming back visit after visit. The Rivera Skillet Cookie at Bar Riva is my new favorite treat!
Clearly, I’m not alone since a reservation at Topolino’s Terrace tends to be one of the most sought-after at Walt Disney World Resort. Like most of the resorts at Disney World, the parking lot at Riviera Resort is limited to overnight Guests and Guests with confirmed dining reservations. Depending on how busy the resort is, the parking attendant may allow you to enter to join the
Walk-Up list, but there is no guarantee. My recommendation is to take the
Disney Skyliner from Hollywood Studios or EPCOT to the Riviera Resort to be on the safe side. I would hate for you to miss the opportunity to join the waitlist because you aren’t able to park.
I hope this was helpful, Angela. Before I let you go, I’m not sure when you are planning to visit, but I recommend continuing to check the mobile app or online for reservations for Topolino’s Terrace leading up to your visit. I’ve had a lot of luck securing last-minute reservations, even the day before I’m planning to visit. Guests can cancel up to two hours before their reservations, so there is always a chance magic will happen! Please let me know if there is anything else I can do to help!
Happy Planning,
Ashley F.