Wheelchair Rentals at Disney
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When mobility is difficult but a wheelchair is not standardly needed, renting an ECV (electronic conveyance vehicle) ,also known as a scooter, for your vacation may be the best option.
Here’s some differences in choosing where to rent.
It’s no mystery- I recommend off property rentals. The benefits truly exceed that of renting directly from Disney.
I am usually a fan of using Disney services but I just can’t get on board with scooter/wheelchair rentals on site.
The only exception would be if you didn’t realize a scooter would be necessary but it would improve the quality of the day for a guest in your party. In that case, the convenience of having the scooter immediately available would be worth it.
A manual chair rental is $12/day or $10/day for multiple days. $50/day for the ECV
*From the Disney website:
Daily rentals are transferable between all locations. You pay just once for the day.
Length of Stay Rentals are transferable between Disney theme parks only. If you’ll require a wheelchair for a multiday visit, you can save time and money by pre-paying for all days at the first theme park you visit. Please note that Length of Stay rental tickets may not be available during peak periods.
When Leaving Your Location
Wheelchairs may not be removed from the destination where they were rented. When exiting your location, simply return your wheelchair to the rental counter. If you’re at a Disney water park or Disney Springs, your deposit will be returned at this time. When you visit your next destination, present your rental receipt to secure another wheelchair, if available.
Know Before You Go
Wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Reservations are not accepted, and quantities are limited. Please plan to arrive early.
Guests must be 18 years of age to rent wheelchairs. A photo ID is required.
The maximum weight is 350 pounds for a manual chair and 450 pounds for the ECV. Wheelchairs are not designed to hold more than one person.
You are welcome to bring and use your own wheelchair throughout Walt Disney World Resort.
As a reminder, personal belongings such as luggage, strollers and ECVs may not be stored or left unattended in hotel corridors or hallways.
ScooterBug, a private mobility rental company in the Central Florida area, is the Disney Featured Provider to offer ECV and wheelchair rentals at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and Disney Springs in addition to length-of-stay rentals for Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels. When Disney Resort hotel Guests choose to rent through ScooterBug, the Guest does not need to be present when the equipment is delivered to the Resort hotel. ScooterBug will work with Disney Resort Cast Members to manage deliveries and returns of rented strollers, ECVs and wheelchairs. Pre-orders and deliveries of mobility rentals through ScooterBug to Disney Resort hotels are available by visiting scooterbug.com/orlando or calling (800) 726-8284.
Buena Vista Scooter Rentals is who I’ve worked with before and had great experiences. You could rent from them through this link.
If you’re not using a travel agent, why not?!
Your FREE travel agent will even book a scooter rental for you!!
I am not a TA, although I was at one time so I know how to navigate travel plans for Disney very well, but I do partner with Wishdrawals Travel.
If you want a free quote from an agency who values working with disabilities, DAS, and accommodations— email my private connection Bethanysblog@wishdrawals.com
I partner with Wishdrawals Travel because they offer such individualized service & have experience with disability travel.