Welcome back, Jennifer!
Jennifer, March is such a beautiful time to visit Walt Disney World Resort. The weather is generally warm enough to enjoy a mid-day swim but the heat of the summer hasn't yet arrived.
The majority of the hotels that are located in the Disney Springs area are considered
Good Neighbor Hotels. So while these hotels have been "vetted" by Disney, and receive some of the same benefits of a
Walt Disney World Resort hotel, they are not owned or operated by Disney.
Jennifer, some resorts in the Disney Springs area offer transportation to the theme parks, while some do not. I would recommend that you reach out to your hotel for details. Even if transportation is listed on the website of your resort hotel, you will want to confirm the departure times of the shuttle to the theme parks.
If you do choose to drive, since your resort is owned by a third-party you will need to
pay for parking at the theme park as well, however parking at Disney Springs is always free!
I hope that this answered your question, Jennifer. Please come back here if we can help as you plan your Magical March getaway.
See you real soon!
Sarah B.