Location. The Buena Vista Palace Hotel and Spa is located on the Walt Disney World Resort property in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The hotel stands across the street from Downtown Disney.

Hotel Features. Located along one of Florida's many waterways, the resort occupies 27 acres with a separate island containing three heated pools, a hot tub, sauna, lighted tennis court, basketball court and a sand volleyball court. The Spa Buena Vista Palace features facial treatments, body wraps, massage therapy and nail care. Signature treatments include the Theme Park Leg Relief Wrap, or for children, the Little Princess Facial. The Spa includes a complimentary fitness center with television mounted workout equipment. Golfers receive preferred tee times at five championship Walt Disney World golf courses. The Australian themed Outback Restaurant, which is not associated with the national chain, features steaks, pasta and seafood. The Watercress Café, open for breakfast and lunch, offers light entrees such as homemade soups and omelets. Each Sunday, Disney characters join diners for breakfast.

Guestrooms. This 27 story resort offers 1,014 contemporary guestrooms. Island Resort Tower rooms are accented with vibrant colors, whereas the Resort Building features more neutral color schemes. Beds feature down pillows and 250 thread count white duvets and linens. Rooms include refrigerators and coffeemakers. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, and are stocked with Clear by LXR toiletries. Rooms are equipped with flat screen televisions and high speed wired and wireless Internet access.

Expert Tip. Tucked in the middle of the Downtown Disney area is a shopping and entertainment complex with 70 stores, restaurants and theaters. The hotel's complimentary evening shuttle transports guests to Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island.