Hi Angela, welcome home and welcome to planDisney! Ready to begin? Let the wonder take hold? You can feel it draw you in and watch the moment unfold from the
Top of the World Lounge - A Villains Lair Atop
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Now let’s talk about accessing this lounge during your next stay!
Angela, in order to visit Top of the World Lounge, you will have to make a reservation. However, don’t fret! While there is a paid experience option called Wicked Wind Down (where guests are treated to a Villains-themed drink, appetizer, and dessert), you can also opt for a complimentary fireworks viewing option instead. In order to reserve either option, you’ll have to
contact Member Services. Similar to advance dining reservations,
Disney Vacation Club will begin taking reservations 60 days in advance of your Resort arrival for the entire length of your stay (up to 10 nights). Also, as with many other DVC benefits, access to Top of the World Lounge requires Members to be
eligible for Membership Extras.
In case there are no reservations available for either option, don’t fret! You also have the option to inquire about same-day walk-up visits to the Lounge by visiting the podium at the ground floor of Bay Lake Tower. Note that access isn’t always guaranteed. In addition, Top of the World Lounge may have blackout dates over holidays such as for the July 4th holiday. Since your stay will coincide with the holiday, I suggest looking for any signage or inquiring at the front desk regarding any special event nights open to Bay Lake Tower guests.
Angela, I hope this info gives you the insight you need for your upcoming vacation. Don’t forget that as part of the
Cool KIDS’ SUMMER promotion currently underway, you’re entitled to free admission to a water park on your check-in day, a great way to make a splash on your upcoming summer vacation! If you have any further questions about making the most of your DVC Membership, please feel free to
contact me and my fellow panelists here at planDisney!
Your pal,
Sean