WL and AKL are the least expensive, although they have really increased in price in the last year or so. Sometimes with a good general public code you can get these two for under $200.
If you're willing to stay in a standard room in the Garden Wing, the Contemporary is also relatively inexpensive. (Notice I said RELATIVELY!!!! )
Leaving the Animal Kingdom and Wilderness Lodges out of the equation, the Magic Kingdom resorts cost more than the Epcot area resorts. And while the Polynesian, Contemporary and Grand Floridian all have different pricing structures for the most basic room type, a standard room will be exactly the same price at all of the Epcot area resorts. (Beach Club, Yacht Club, Boardwalk)
Amongst Disney owned hotels, WL & AKL as previously mentioned. In the Epcot area, very good deals can be had at the Swan & Dolphin (especially if you're a teacher or nurse!)
Amongst Disney owned hotels, WL & AKL as previously mentioned. In the Epcot area, very good deals can be had at the Swan & Dolphin (especially if you're a teacher or nurse!)
No need for correction. You're absolutely right. They don't participate in the Disney Dining Plan. Nor do they offer Magical Express. You also can't charge to the room.
Not to impune these resorts - because they are BEAUTIFUL! Just something for folks who depend on those few things to consider.