Where to Stay at Disney World with a Large Family: Villas for 8–12 Guests
Planning a Disney World vacation with a large family or group?
Disney World is a great destination for extended family vacations because there’s something for everyone! Little ones can enjoy character meet and greets, big kids (and kids at heart) can experience thrilling attractions, and the whole family can enjoy beautiful resorts with relaxing amenities and great dining.
However, finding accommodations that comfortably fit everyone can be a challenge. For larger families and multigenerational groups, staying together in one villa can be much more convenient than booking separate hotel rooms.
Luckily, Disney Vacation Club offers spacious two-bedroom and three-bedroom villas that make it easier to stay together. These villas offer more than just extra sleeping space. Many include full kitchens, living areas, and in-room laundry, giving families room to spread out and relax after a day in the parks.
And here’s the best part: You don’t have to be a Disney Vacation Club Member to stay in one! By renting DVC points, you can enjoy these Deluxe Resort accommodations, often at a significantly lower cost than booking a comparable villa directly through Disney.
Here are some of the best two-bedroom villas and three-bedroom Grand Villas for large families, depending on your group’s priorities.
| DVC resort | Villa type | Sleeps up to | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disney’s Old Key West Resort | Two-Bedroom Villa | 9 | Extra living space |
| Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort | Two-Bedroom Villa | 9 | Easy Magic Kingdom access |
| Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa | Two-Bedroom Villa | 9–10 | Upscale amenities and Magic Kingdom access |
| Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas, Kidani Village | Three-Bedroom Grand Villa | 12 | Multigenerational groups wanting privacy |
| Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas, Jambo House | Three-Bedroom Grand Villa | 12 | Unique atmosphere and separate sleeping spaces |
| Bay Lake Tower | Three-Bedroom Grand Villa | 12 | Large groups prioritizing Magic Kingdom proximity |
Villa layouts and bed configurations vary by resort. Be sure to check the sleeping arrangements, especially if your group includes several adults!
Two Bedroom Villas for Up to 10 Guests
For the Most Space
At 1,395 square feet, the Old Key West Two Bedroom Villa is the largest among all the DVC Two Bedroom Villas. The villas have enough space for up to 9 guests with a king size bed in the main bedroom, two queen size beds in the second bedroom, and a queen size sofa bed and twin sleeper chair in the living room. There’s plenty of room to gather everyone around too since the living room and kitchen area is spacious, and the balcony is more like a patio with a table and chairs for dining outdoors.
For the Best Amenities
For some families, the amenities matter just as much as the space. While Old Key West offers the most space by square footage, the Two Bedroom Villas at Bay Lake Tower, Kidani Village, and the Polynesian Island Tower offer an extra full bathroom. Instead of having two full bathrooms like most other Two Bedroom Villas, these feature three full bathrooms, which makes it even easier for everyone to get ready for the parks in the morning or wash up at the end of the day. Plus, these Two Bedroom Villas at Bay Lake Tower, Kidani Village, and the Polynesian sleep up to 9 guests and offer Murphy beds rather than sofa beds, which tend to be more comfortable.
Two Bedroom Dedicated Villas vs. Two Bedroom Lock-off Villas
It’s important to note that there are actually two types of Two Bedroom Villas among the DVC Resorts: dedicated and lock-offs.
A dedicated two-bedroom villa is designed as one connected accommodation, with two bedrooms, a shared living area, and one main entrance. If you prefer to have everyone together, a Two Bedroom Dedicated Villa is the way to go.
A two-bedroom lock-off villa combines a one-bedroom villa with an adjoining Deluxe Studio. Each portion has its own entrance, which can provide additional privacy for families traveling together. Some lock-off options include villas at the Grand Floridian, Riviera, which can sleep up to 10 guests.
The layouts and sleeping arrangements vary by resort, so it’s worth comparing the options before booking. For example, some dedicated villas have two queen beds in the second bedroom, while lock-off villas may have a queen bed and a sleeper sofa instead.
Three Bedroom Grand Villas for Up to 12 Guests
For the Most Space
The Grand Floridian’s Three Bedroom Grand Villa is the largest Grand Villa by square footage at 2,800 square feet. It sleeps up to 12 guests with a king size bed in the master bedroom, 2 queen size beds in the second and third bedrooms, and a queen size sofa bed in the media room.
For More Privacy
While all grand villas have a full kitchen, living room, and washer and dryer, a few offer layouts with a little more privacy. For example, the one at the Grand Floridian has a media room with a home theater system. Since one of the queen size sleepers is located inside the media room, which has a door to close off the space, it almost acts like a fourth bedroom.
The newly refurbished three-bedroom Grand Villas at Jambo House at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas also offer a little more privacy. The former pool table area now features a Murphy bed and a partially enclosed sleeping space. This gives additional privacy to the Guests using that bed, compared with sleeper sofas located in the main living area of many other Grand Villas.
For Easiest Accessibility
Many of the Three Bedroom Grand Villas are two stories. While this layout can offer more privacy, it may not work well for guests who have mobility issues. If you prefer to have a Three Bedroom Grand Villa that has only one story, consider the ones at Copper Creek, the Grand Floridian, Jambo House, Riviera, and some at the BoardWalk.
At the BoardWalk, five of the seven available Grand Villas are one story. The one-story and two-story Three Bedroom Grand Villas are now separate booking categories, so you can specify which one you prefer.
How to Rent a Two- or Three-Bedroom DVC Villa (And Get the Best Deal)
Traveling with a large family doesn’t mean you have to book multiple hotel rooms. Renting DVC points can give your group access to spacious villas at Disney Deluxe Resorts, often at a lower cost than booking directly through Disney.
Explore DVC rental availability and pricing for your travel dates to find a villa that fits your group and budget.
By renting through DVC Rental Store, you can book spacious accommodations like Two Bedroom Villas and Three Bedroom Grand Villas for less than booking directly through Disney!
For example, if you were to book a Savanna View Two Bedroom Villa at Kidani Village directly through Disney from March 26 to March 28, 2027, it would cost $2,462 per night for a total of $4,924 before taxes. A confirmed reservation for that exact same stay at Kidani Village costs $1,900 per night for a total of $3,800, including all taxes. That’s a savings of $1,124 just by renting through DVC Rental Store!
Start planning your next Disney vacation by booking a Two Bedroom Villa or Three Bedroom Grand Villa! Browse the confirmed reservations, or request a free quote to rent DVC points and save up to 65% compared to booking directly through Disney.
