DINING AT DISNEY'S CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT

Coronado Springs at dusk
by dsquarednz

Coronado Springs’ dining options are the real enchilada. Maya Grill (see page 256) is an upscale restaurant open for breakfast and dinner. Las Ventanas is a casual table-service eatery open all day. Pepper Market is an a la carte food court dressed up like a festive, outdoor market. Typical menu items include Southwestern omelet ($9.29), grande fiesta platter ($10.49), Barbocoa beef ($11.99), roast turkey salad ($11.99), cheese empanadas ($11.79), and kids’ chicken tenders ($7.99). An automatic 10% gratuity is added. Siesta’s is the poolside bar serving sandwiches, nachos, fries, and various drinks. The Rix Lounge is a 300-seat lounge with music, appetizers, and specialty drinks. Limited room service is offered in the mornings and evenings. Rapid Fill mugs ($17.99) are available at the Pepper Market.

PLAYING & RELAXING AT DISNEY'S CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT

For Athletes: La Vida Health Club has exercise equipment, whirlpool, and massage treatments (at an additional cost). Boats, bikes, surreys, and fishing poles can be rented at La Marina, and there is a volleyball court. Enjoy a nature trail and a walk/jog around the lagoon.

For Charmers: Casa de Belleza offers beauty and hair treatments.

For Children: The Explorer’s Playground is near the main pool.

For Gamers: Video games of all sorts are found at the Iguana Arcade near the main pool (note that the Jumping Bean Arcade closed).

For Shoppers: Panchito’s has sundries, character items, and gifts.

For Swimmers: Each district features a leisure pool, plus the Dig Site main pool, which is built around an ancient pyramid and features a water slide, spa (hot tub), and kids’ pool.

GETTING AROUND FROM DISNEY'S CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT

Transportation to the theme parks is by frequent, direct buses (see chart below for in-transit times). There are four bus stops (see map on page 64). For other destinations, transfer at a nearby theme park (daytime) or at Disney Springs (evening). A sidewalk connects the resort to Blizzard Beach, and it’s a quick drive to both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Approximate time you will spend in transit from resort to destination during normal operation.