Welcome to planDisney, Sue! I’m so glad you’ve stopped by with your question.
Sue, I have been in the same situation you described where I was hoping to add an extra night but wasn’t able to stay at my (already booked) Disney Resorts Collection hotel. Just this past summer I added on a bonus night at
Disney’s Pop Century Resort (and ended up being so charmed by the vintage décor) so I appreciate your question.
Now, since you’re hoping to be in walking distance of
Disney Springs, let me highlight a few solid options in the “Good Neighbor” category:
Considering the convenience of walk-ability and available hotel amenities, I would check out the Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace, B Resort & Spa and the Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista. All three of these properties are close enough to Disney Springs that you can walk over for a late morning coffee, drinks at one of my favorite spots:
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar or some
amazing cookies at Gideon’s Bakehouse (and everything else on your "must do" list).
planDisney tip: explore https://disneyspringshotels.com/ where you can see all options and special offers. Sue, I hope this helps as you’re adding on an extra Magical night. If you decide you want to consider a Disney Resorts Collection hotel,
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa also has a walking path to Disney Springs. Please come on back to planDisney with any additional questions.
Wishing you a pixie dusted stay,
Lauren