These picks split into two camps: Disney devotees and Universal hunters. Disney's Polynesian Village and Grand Californian are the move if monorail/private-entrance convenience is worth the premium—you're essentially buying back 30-60 minutes a day by skipping parking and security lines. But if you've got older kids and want real value, Universal's Loews Royal Pacific throws in an Express Pass for everyone, which transforms a theme-park trip from exhausting to actually fun. The Four Seasons and Aulani are luxury plays for families willing to splurge on space and downtime between park days.