best Disney Resorts to visit at Christmas – what’s your favorite?

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Hi everyone!

With the holiday season just around the corner I’m starting to plan my family’s Christmas trip to Disney, and I’m looking for recs on which resorts offer the best Christmas experience. We’ve visited Disney World before, but this will be our first Christmas trip, and I want to make sure we pick a resort that really captures the holiday spirit.

from what I’ve heard so far, several resorts go all out with festive decorations, special events, and holiday-themed activities. I’ve heard great things about:
  • Grand Floridian - (because of the Christmas tree & gingerbread house) this resort seems to embody "classic holiday". Has anyone stayed here during Christmas and can share their experience??
  • Contemporary - I’ve read that the Contemporary has a more modern feel with its holiday decorations. How does it compare to other resorts in terms of Christmas magic?
  • Wilderness Lodge - Ok so i’ve heard this resort is beautifully decorated with more of a cozy/rustic Christmas vibe? Is it as magical as it sounds?
  • Polynesian - with the tropical theme, I’m wondering about how the holiday decorations blend with the Polynesian ambiance. Anyone have insights on this?
  • Yacht & Beach Club - i’ve also read a lot about the holiday carousel and the decorations at these two. What about compared to other resorts?
i’d love to hear thoughts or any other suggestions for the best Disney resorts during at Christmastime. We're wanting the resort we choose to make the holiday even more magical.

thanks!!🎄✨
 
If you're going at Christmas, hands down, no questions asked, Grand Floridian.

You can't beat their Gingerbread houses. The next would be Wilderness Lodge, cause man they put out some Christmas trees, the Polynesian and Contemporary really don't feel overly themed during the holidays to me.
 
I love the Boardwalk, and of course the Grand Floridian.

I think the Wilderness Lodge is more traditional, and I want to stay there soon during the holidays.
 
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