The honest review

Encore Resort at Reunion sits in that honest middle ground where you get actual kid programming and decent room layouts without paying luxury prices. The FamilyFactor scores are consistently solid across amenities, safety, and location—nothing's a weak spot, but nothing's exceptional either. For a 3-star independent property in the Reunion area, that's realistic: you're getting what you pay for.

The location advantage is real; Reunion's proximity to Orlando attractions without the on-property theme-park markup is worth factoring in. Room fit and kid amenities both score 72, meaning the resort isn't cramming four people into a shoebox and does offer activities that'll keep elementary and tween kids occupied. The 74 on location and safety signals a family-safe environment without adventure.

Here's the honest part: parent recovery scores 69, and that tells you something. This isn't a place where you'll disappear for a silent afternoon while kids are in a structured, all-day program. You're getting reasonable kid amenities and multi-generational appeal, but you're also trading adult-focused downtime for solid family value. Pricing at 69 means it's fair, not a steal—in this segment, that's expected.

Who this works for

Derived from FamilyFactor data

  • Toddlers

    ages 0–3

  • Elementary

    ages 4–8

  • Tweens

    ages 9–12

  • Teens

    ages 13+

  • Multi-gen

    with grandparents

All amenities (5)
  • Family-suite room category
  • Kids-welcome programming
  • On-property pools
  • Recreation facilities
  • Restaurants on site