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Since the very first Disney World Hotels — The Contemporary and the Polynesian — opened with the resort on October 1st, 1971, the on-property accommodations have been known for their perks.
Contemporary Resort Monorail
From included transportation options and Early Entry and Extended Evening Hours to immersive theming and feature pools, Disney’s resort hotels offer a slew of amenities…which makes it somewhat surprising that a relatively common hotel offering is only available at three hotels on property…and one of them isn’t even owned by Disney!
For many hotel guests, a morning coffee is an INTEGRAL part of their day. That’s especially true for rope-dropping Disney World guests, who often pick up a “Cup of Joe” — or fill up their resort refillable mug — before heading out for the day. However, these guests need to grab it at their resort’s food court or quick-service location, since the vast majority of Disney hotels don’t offer dedicated coffee locations in their lobbies.
Refillable Mug Handle Accessory
In fact, there are only THREE standalone Joffrey’s (Disney’s official specialty coffee brand) lobby locations at Disney World. The first is Contemporary Grounds, located as the name would suggest at the Contemporary.
Contemporary Grounds
The location offers a collection of coffees, lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, and smoothies. There’s even the Kahlua Tini, chilled coffee topped with coffee liqueur, vodka, and light cream.
Coffee from Contemporary Grounds
The other standalone Joffrey’s lobby location on Disney property is actually located in the Disney Springs resort area at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista. The Sundial location offers a menu of Joffrey’s drinks, as well as snacks and light bites, including giant donuts. The location is notable for being the only location at Disney that offers food for purchase 24 hours a day.
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Sundial
Lastly, tthe BoardWalk Inn is home to a dedicated coffee spot — Carousel Coffee — that serves Joffrey’s specialty coffees, teas, and baked goods.
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Carousel Coffee
Pomegranate-Green Tea Lemonade, a crunchy Raspberry Danish, and a New Jersey Crumb Cake? What more could you want?
Carousel Coffee Drinks and Treats
If you’re looking for a coffee spot or anywhere else to eat at Disney World, our Guide to Disney World Dining pulls it all together so you can stop stressing and focus on the fun without feeling like you’re missing a thing!
Even with all of the perks available to Disney hotel guests, there are surprisingly only three lobby coffee locations on property. Stay tuned to Magical Guides for more on Disney World’s hotels.
What’s your favorite spot to grab a coffee at Disney World? Let us know in the comments below.
Contemporary Resort Monorail
From included transportation options and Early Entry and Extended Evening Hours to immersive theming and feature pools, Disney’s resort hotels offer a slew of amenities…which makes it somewhat surprising that a relatively common hotel offering is only available at three hotels on property…and one of them isn’t even owned by Disney!
For many hotel guests, a morning coffee is an INTEGRAL part of their day. That’s especially true for rope-dropping Disney World guests, who often pick up a “Cup of Joe” — or fill up their resort refillable mug — before heading out for the day. However, these guests need to grab it at their resort’s food court or quick-service location, since the vast majority of Disney hotels don’t offer dedicated coffee locations in their lobbies.
Refillable Mug Handle Accessory
In fact, there are only THREE standalone Joffrey’s (Disney’s official specialty coffee brand) lobby locations at Disney World. The first is Contemporary Grounds, located as the name would suggest at the Contemporary.
Contemporary Grounds
The location offers a collection of coffees, lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, and smoothies. There’s even the Kahlua Tini, chilled coffee topped with coffee liqueur, vodka, and light cream.
Coffee from Contemporary Grounds
The other standalone Joffrey’s lobby location on Disney property is actually located in the Disney Springs resort area at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista. The Sundial location offers a menu of Joffrey’s drinks, as well as snacks and light bites, including giant donuts. The location is notable for being the only location at Disney that offers food for purchase 24 hours a day.
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Magical Guides-_-Atmosphere-_-Wyndham-Garden-Lake-Buena-Vista-_-Disney-Springs-Hotels-_-Disney-World-Photo-Jun-23-2026-3-57-56-PM-3672-x-2066-700x394.jpg
Sundial
Lastly, tthe BoardWalk Inn is home to a dedicated coffee spot — Carousel Coffee — that serves Joffrey’s specialty coffees, teas, and baked goods.
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Carousel Coffee
Pomegranate-Green Tea Lemonade, a crunchy Raspberry Danish, and a New Jersey Crumb Cake? What more could you want?
Carousel Coffee Drinks and Treats
If you’re looking for a coffee spot or anywhere else to eat at Disney World, our Guide to Disney World Dining pulls it all together so you can stop stressing and focus on the fun without feeling like you’re missing a thing!
Even with all of the perks available to Disney hotel guests, there are surprisingly only three lobby coffee locations on property. Stay tuned to Magical Guides for more on Disney World’s hotels.
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