Hello Susan!
Rest assured that both resorts you mentioned have new and modern amenities.
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort is a Disney Vacation Club property. Rooms here can be purchased as a cash reservation and, aside from studio accommodations, rooms are much larger. The decor is bright, airy, modern and light. Whether you have a Bay Lake or Theme Park view, you will not be disappointed. Over at
Disney's Contemporary Resort, rooms are also very modern. It is not a Disney Vacation Club Resort, but rather a Disney Resort Hotel. Both properties are connected by the Sky Bridge, and only guests of Bay Lake Tower may use the facilities at that property.
Please let me know if I can help answer any additional questions. I am happy to help!
Until then, I wish you a truly magical vacation.
-Jacqui