Disney’s Riviera Resort: Top 4 Reasons to Visit
You don’t have to stay at Disney’s Riviera Resort to enjoy it. There are plenty of reasons to visit the resort after it opens December 16. Here are my top four.
Topolino’s Terrace Breakfast
Character dining is a great way to have one-on-one quality interactions with your favorites. Topolino’s features Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Daisy – a real powerhouse combo of characters. All four represent different arts. Mickey is a painter, Minnie is a writer, Donald is a sculptor and Daisy is a dancer. And they all ham it up, playing their parts so well.
Much like Tusker House at Animal Kingdom and Chef Mickey at the Contemporary Resort, this breakfast includes a restaurant-wide celebration. What sets this experience apart from others is that it has multiple celebrations. There is an all-encompassing one, involving all characters who help you celebrate whatever you’ve got going on (birthday, anniversary, etc). Then, throughout the meal, announcements play over the restaurant speakers to highlight each individual character. This includes a little backstory and usually results in the crowd clapping and cheering for the character. It’s a great way to let kids (or adults!) release a little energy.
Oh, and the food is delicious.
Disney Artwork & Hidden Characters
Every main hallway I walked in Riviera Resort had something to look at. You could probably make a game out of it: how many things can you find? We’re talking pieces of art that feature Disney princess. You’ll find movie posters with the titles in French. If you stop by the elevators, look down at the carpet and see how many characters you can find. In general, the carpeting throughout the resort is rife with Mickeys and Minnies. The more observant members of your party will even find hidden Mickeys on certain poles outside.
There is one pair of murals that really steal the show at Riviera. The walkway to Disney’s Skyliner includes a hallway with arched walls that features two murals. These beautiful works of art decorate the walls on both sides of the tunnel, merging at the ceiling. They feature artwork inspired by the animated films ‘Peter Pan’ and ‘Tangled’. The murals are a must-see, day or night. And, they’re great backdrops for photos!
Play a Game
Disney’s Riviera Resort is inspired by the European Riviera, mainly Italy and France. So, naturally, they included a Bocce court in the courtyard of the resort. If you or your family members have never played, now’s a great time to learn.
If chess is more your game, there is an over-sized Chess board right there too.
If neither of these games tickles your fancy, just head back to the lobby and grab a pastry from “Le Petite Cafe.” Eating can be a fun game too!
It’s Beautiful
The resort property is beautiful and it deserves to be seen. The landscapes, the views, the greens, everything. You’ve got to see it for yourself!
For a full review of my recent stay at this resort, check out the latest episode of That Park Life Podcast entitled “Bonus: Riviera Resort Full Review“
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Greg
Greg is a Disney local who visits the parks as often as possible. He also has a Podcast called That Park Life Podcast.
26 Comments
Cinny
What a nice looking Disney resort. We were at the Grand Californian and it was quite nice too.
Greg
The Grand Cali is also beautiful, in its own way. Plus you can’t beat the side entrance into Disney’s California Adventure!
Jill
That is such a gorgeous resort. I think this would be just the thing for my family.
Greg
If you do stay here, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Colleen
Riviera is such an awesome resort. It’s gorgeous, and it’s so comfy and close to the action.
Greg
Yes! One quick Skyliner ride away from 2 parks.
Bill Sweeney
What an incredible resort! I’ll have to consider staying here when we head to Disney again.
Marcie Wahrer
What a gorgeous resort. I really appreciate that they’re going to offer a character breakfast right on the property. Those are always so fun!
Audrey
This would be a must on my travel list. My daughter would love having breakfast at Topolino’s with the characters. The property is definitely beautiful and would be perfect for family photo opportunities.
Julie Cao
This resort is a little world itself. I enjoyed my character dining experience last year when I was at Disney, so I believe Dining at Topolino’s Terrace Breakfast would be a really fun experience also.
Surekha-dreamingloud.com
Nice looking resort. Sounds really fub for awhole family vacation. Thanks for sharing your review.
Ntensibe Edgar Michael
Hhhmm….well well, what do we have here? This is a true beauty! If residing there isn’t possible for me, at least, I will get to play a game of chess.
Kristine Nicole Alessandra
To be able to be there would be a dream come true for me. My family has not traveled much this year but we do home that next year would be better travelwise.
Heather
I just read about this hotel. I can’t wait to take my family. They are going to love it!
Greg
Hope they do love it!
Myrah Duque
I will have to stop by next time I visit Walt Disney World. I like that the gondola stops there. So beautiful and lots going on.
Greg
Yes! The Skyliner makes it fun to get to here.
joy
oh you are so lucky!! sure sounds like an amazing resort. i wish i had spent more time at the boardwalk when i was a college programmer.
Joy
Emman Damian
I hope I can visit Disney’s Riviera Resort! Seems like one of the happiest places in the world! So nice! Great amenities!
Terri Steffes
It’s tough to say no to Disney Resorts because they’re all so awesome and they offer a different experience each time too. I think it’s worth visiting their Riviera Resort! The kids will have a great time here!
Lily
Nice resort. I definitely needs to go to Disney soon.
Anna
The resort really looks beautiful! Breakfast with a restaurant-wide celebration sounds like so much fun!
Lyanna Soria
It sounds like a great place to visit with the family. Never been to any Disney resorts or anything but hopefully someday we could.
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