Point requirements vary by season, view category, and year. Shown ranges reflect low season to peak season.
Riviera DVC Point Chart (2026)
Room Type
Adventure
Choice
Dream
Magic
Tower Studio
6
8
11
16
Deluxe Studio
10
13
18
26
1-Bedroom Villa
18
24
33
46
2-Bedroom Villa
28
37
50
71
Grand Villa
59
78
105
149
Points shown are per night (weekday). Preferred view, weekday rates. Tower Studios are the smallest DVC room type (1-2 guests). Actual charts published annually by Disney at disneyvacationclub.disney.go.com.
Annual Dues at Riviera
$9.46
Per Point (2026)
$946
100 Points/Year
$1,419
150 Points/Year
$1,892
200 Points/Year
Note: Riviera dues are slightly elevated for the newest WDW resort. Annual dues cover housekeeping, maintenance, resort upkeep, and Disney resort management.
Annual Dues History (per point)
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
$8.39
$8.38
$8.50
$8.85
$9.06
$9.46
$9.46
$9.46
Dues have increased 13% since 2022. Disney typically adjusts dues each January.
Pros & Cons of Riviera
Pros
Expires 2070 -- longest contract of any WDW DVC resort
Skyliner gondola to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios (no bus needed)
Modern European Riviera theming -- some of the best villa design in DVC
Rooftop restaurant (Topolino's Terrace) with spectacular park views
Most diverse room-type selection in DVC (6 options including Tower Studios)
Cons
RESTRICTED resort -- resale buyers cannot book Disney Collection, Studios Collection, or Concierge Collection
Higher dues ($8.98/pt) than many older resorts
New resort = higher resale prices
Bus required for Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
Location & Transportation
Disney Skyliner gondola to EPCOT (direct, no transfer)
Disney Skyliner gondola to Hollywood Studios (direct)
Bus service to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs
Skyliner station just steps from the resort entrance
No monorail access
Frequently Asked Questions
Riviera Resort contracts expire in 2070 -- the longest remaining contract of any WDW DVC resort by several years, giving buyers over 44 years of use.
Riviera is a restricted resort. Resale buyers can only use their Riviera points at DVC-owned resorts, not at Disney Collection hotels, cruise lines, or Adventures by Disney. This restriction is specific to Riviera and is written into the deed.
2026 dues are $8.98 per point. A 150-point contract costs approximately $1,347 per year.
The Disney Skyliner is a gondola system connecting Riviera Resort directly to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. The ride takes approximately 5-10 minutes to EPCOT and 10-15 minutes to Hollywood Studios, and operates during park hours.
Riviera makes sense for buyers who primarily plan to stay at DVC-owned resorts (not Disney hotels or cruises). The 2070 expiration, Skyliner access, and stunning design are significant advantages. Buyers who use DVC for Disney hotel stays or cruises should consider an unrestricted resort instead.
Topolino's Terrace is a rooftop restaurant at Riviera Resort offering French-Italian cuisine with panoramic views of the Skyliner, EPCOT fireworks, and Hollywood Studios. It hosts a popular Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast character dining experience.
Why Buy Riviera DVC Resale?
Riviera offers two things no other WDW DVC resort can match: a 2070 contract expiration (44+ years remaining) and direct Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. The European Riviera design is the most polished in the entire DVC portfolio, and Topolino's Terrace is a genuinely exceptional dining experience. The resale restrictions are a real consideration, but for buyers who plan to stay at DVC properties rather than Disney hotels or cruise ships, Riviera is the strongest long-term buy in the WDW portfolio.
