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DVC Points Per Night: Complete 2026 Chart for All Resorts

May 03, 2023
DVC Points Per Night: Complete 2026 Chart for All Resorts

Understanding DVC point requirements is essential for planning vacations and determining how many points to buy. Point charts vary by resort, room type, day of week, and season. Here's your 2026 reference guide.

How Point Charts Work

Every DVC resort has a unique point chart showing nightly requirements. Points vary by:

  • Room type - Studios cost less than villas
  • View category - Standard vs. preferred/theme park views
  • Season - Adventure (low), Choice (mid), Premier (high)
  • Day of week - Weekends often cost more

Sample Point Requirements (Per Night)

Studios (Sleeps 4-5)

ResortLow SeasonHigh Season
Old Key West10-1216-20
Saratoga Springs10-1217-21
Bay Lake Tower (Standard)14-1622-28
Bay Lake Tower (MK View)18-2030-38
Grand Floridian16-1928-35

One-Bedroom Villas (Sleeps 4-5)

ResortLow SeasonHigh Season
Old Key West18-2230-38
Saratoga Springs18-2232-40
Bay Lake Tower26-3044-54
Grand Floridian30-3552-65

Two-Bedroom Villas (Sleeps 8-9)

ResortLow SeasonHigh Season
Old Key West26-3244-56
Saratoga Springs26-3246-58
Bay Lake Tower40-4668-84
Grand Floridian46-5480-100

Seasonal Categories

Adventure Season (Lowest Points): Early January, late August through early October, early December before holiday season. Best value for point usage.

Choice Season (Mid-Level): Most of spring and fall, late January through February. Good balance of weather and crowds.

Premier Season (Highest Points): Holiday weeks, spring break, summer months. Expect 40-60% more points than Adventure season.

How Many Points Should You Buy?

Base your purchase on a typical vacation:

  • 1 week in a studio, low season: 70-100 points
  • 1 week in a studio, high season: 120-180 points
  • 1 week in 1BR, moderate season: 180-250 points
  • 1 week in 2BR, moderate season: 280-400 points

Tips for Maximizing Points

  • Travel during Adventure season when possible
  • Studios offer best points-to-space ratio
  • Book weeknights vs. weekends when point requirements differ
  • Consider splitting stays between resorts to optimize point usage

Full point charts are available on the official DVC website and update periodically. Always verify current requirements before finalizing vacation plans.

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