I stayed at the cheapest and most expensive places in Disney World. I'd spring for the $900 hotel room over the $92 campsite any day.

Although many Disney World resorts are expensive, there are some budget-friendly options, and the Campsites at Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is at the top of the list.

I camped at one of the standard campsites for $92 a night (tent and camping supplies were not included). My two-night stay came to about $207 after taxes and fees, but campsite prices can fluctuate throughout the year depending on the date and day of the week.

Camping is a more affordable option for those looking to experience Disney World, but Fort Wilderness is still located in the Magic Kingdom resort area and is home to some delicious restaurants including Trail's End and Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue.

I spent one night at the Grand Floridian in a standard room that costs about $900. Like with the campsites, the room rates vary throughout the year.

The sophisticated hotel is known for its Victorian design elements, dining experiences, and proximity to Magic Kingdom.

I've stayed at several other deluxe resorts at Disney World, including the Polynesian Village Resort, Contemporary Resort, and BoardWalk Inn. But my stay at the Grand Floridian surpassed my expectations.

In addition to packing my clothes, there were many supplies I needed to purchase and pack as a first-time camper. I ended up bringing a tent, lamps, an air mattress, mosquito-repellent wristbands, a first-aid kit, towels, and a power bank to charge my phone.

Although my campsite was very spacious and equipped with a table, grill, hose, and outlets, it took a lot of energy to unpack and set everything up.

My standard room with two queen-sized beds was equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. All I had to do was pack clothes and toiletries.

I only stayed in the room with one other person, but I think it could've comfortably fit at least four.

The living area in the back had a second television and made for a pleasant place to relax and chat.

In addition to the essentials, our room also had a stocked coffee bar, complimentary slippers, and free bathroom products.

Since I was camping in a tent, the comfort station in our campsite's loop had a communal bathroom.

It was cleaner than I expected and contained stalls, full-size sinks, changing areas, and showers.

I was impressed by the size of the bathroom's double sink and vanity area. It provided just the right amount of space for two people to get ready without feeling cramped.

The internal bus system at Fort Wilderness was very confusing, especially for a first-time camper. There are multiple buses with colored labels indicating their route.

The bus to Magic Kingdom, the closest park, can be found at the Settlement Trading Post store. But the buses to the other theme parks and water parks are located near the parking lot at the front of the resort.

If you don't have a golf cart, getting around the resort can be tiresome because it's large and the internal buses can be tricky. Luckily, I had a golf cart for a large portion of my stay.

One of the biggest pros of staying at the Grand Floridian was the convenient transportation options, especially when heading to Magic Kingdom.

I took the monorail to Magic Kingdom from the resort. It was only about a three-minute ride to the park since it's one stop away.

I decided to try out the resort boat on the way back. There was no line, and it took less than 10 minutes to get across the Seven Seas Lagoon.

As for transportation around the resort, it was easily walkable. But there were still some employees driving club cars to transport guests and their luggage.

I attended Chip 'n' Dale's Campfire Sing-A-Long during my camping trip.

For some reason, no other families had arrived at the campfire yet, and we were able to spend 30 minutes playing a game with the characters. I've never experienced anything like that before.

I know that sometimes characters randomly meet guests at resorts, so I was hoping to see some during my stay.

But I did see a lot of characters on the tile floor throughout the resort, including Cinderella and Prince Charming, Mickey Mouse, and Mrs. Potts.

I liked the Meadow Swimmin' Pool area because it was close to many additional activities. There was archery and fishing available for an extra cost.

The pool also had a waterslide, which isn't always the case at Disney World's budget-friendly resorts. It was a nice touch.

Grand Floridian has two pool areas. But I mainly spent time at the main pool because I liked listening to the Disney Channel throwback songs played there.

I also enjoyed relaxing in the beds by the pools. I preferred them to the chairs that are commonplace at most resorts.

When I had enough sun and took a dip in the pool, it was cool to see the monorails pass by every couple of minutes overhead.

Although the employees at the concierge and check-in desks were willing to answer any initial questions, I wish there would've been more staff walking around the property.

This would've been especially helpful when I was trying to navigate the internal buses.

From the moment I walked up to the resort, I was instantly greeted by employees who were happy to answer any questions, share fun facts, and point me in the right direction.

The number of employees I saw surprised me considering the resort is smaller.

Since my party decided to keep it casual during our stay at Fort Wilderness, we mostly ate at quick-service dining locations. We also didn't bring food with us because we didn't want to risk wildlife getting a hold of it.

We went to Geyser Point Bar & Grill at Wilderness Lodge, which is a bus ride away from the campground. There's a seated portion of the restaurant, but we ordered at the widow and took our food to-go.

Geyser Point has what I consider to be one of the best burgers on the property, so I always try to get one when I visit.

Fort Wilderness is also home to Trail's End Restaurant, which is a sit-down spot offering breakfast and dinner, and Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, which is a dinner theater.

I ate at three of the Grand Floridian's eateries, and my favorites were Enchanted Rose and Grand Floridian Cafe.

I tried the chicken and waffles from Grand Floridian Cafe and thought the chicken was delicious. I also liked that the dish was served with a Mickey-shaped waffle instead of a regular one.

At Enchanted Rose, I tried three small plates and enjoyed the seasonal flatbread the most. Although the lounge was a bit expensive, it was worth it for the delicious food and "Beauty and the Beast" theming.

Since Fort Wilderness is more casual, I thought it was nice that people could bring their pets along with them.

It was also fun getting to see the dogs interacting with each other at the Waggin' Trails Dog Park.

I didn't mind that Grand Floridian doesn't allow pets, aside from service animals.

I don't have a pet, and I don't think they'd particularly add to the elegant ambiance the resort offers its guests.

After staying in cheap and expensive accommodations at Dinsey World, Grand Floridian provided me with more of a vacation-style stay.

Despite the fact that a standard room is much more expensive than a standard campsite at Fort Wilderness, I found it to be worth it as someone who enjoys luxurious accommodations once in a while.

It is also important to reiterate that I was a first-time camper when I stayed at Fort Wilderness. I thought the resort's amenities were beautiful, but I'm the type of vacationer who doesn't like to lift a finger.

I think Fort Wilderness is better suited for seasoned campers or those looking for more of a DIY, budget-friendly vacation.

Insider paid a media rate of $480 for the Grand Floridian hotel stay. The full rate was about $900.