Hey there Alyson and welcome to planDisney. I am so glad you asked me this question because I was just at
Disney's Contemporary Resort and had a chance to speak with three very special Cast Members. Two worked the valet and one was a Legacy Cast Member (a prestigious award given by peers in their department). I asked them your specific question to see if anything had changed since January 2023.
They confirmed that my information regarding
Disney Resort Collection hotel parking was the same and agreed upon by all three Cast Members. If you have a
dining reservation you may use complimentary self-parking or valet your vehicle. The Guest should only be parked at the Resort during their dining reservation. There is no specific time allotment and you will not be ushered out of the restaurant to retrieve your vehicle. Remember, these parking spaces are intended for Guests staying at the Resort or dining at one of the restaurants inside. At Resort hotels that have access to convenient theme park access such as walkways, the
Walt Disney Monorail System, or the
Disney Skyliner, there will likely be a sign at the guard gate indicating this information.
Alyson, I hope this helps you plan the most enchanted Disney adventure. Please feel free to
write me back directly with any follow-up questions or for other Disney vacation planning tips.
Enjoy making many Magical Memories.
~Jason