Disney's All-Star Movies Resort vs Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Photo: Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Value Animal Kingdom Resort Area
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

Photo: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Value Animal Kingdom Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

All-Star Movies

Value

All-Star Sports

Value

Area

All-Star Movies

Animal Kingdom Resort Area

All-Star Sports

Animal Kingdom Resort Area

Transportation

All-Star Movies

Bus

All-Star Sports

Bus

Table-Service Dining

All-Star Movies

None

All-Star Sports

None

Quick-Service Dining

All-Star Movies

2 locations

All-Star Sports

2 locations

Pool Amenities

All-Star Movies

Pool

All-Star Sports

Pool

Extended Evening Hours

All-Star Movies

No

All-Star Sports

No

Top Highlight

All-Star Movies

Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property

All-Star Sports

First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first

Overview

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

A value resort built around classic Disney and Pixar film iconography, with themed sections such as Toy Story, Fantasia, and 101 Dalmatians.

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

A value resort near Disney's Animal Kingdom with oversized sports theming across baseball, football, basketball, surfing, and tennis sections.

Amenities

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • movies under the stars
  • Playground
  • Arcade
  • Running Trail

Other

  • Gift Shop

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Arcade
  • Running Trail

Other

  • Gift Shop

Transportation

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

  • Bus

    Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Pros

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property
  • Fun Toy Story and Fantasia themed areas kids love
  • Free Disney bus transportation included
  • On-site perks like Early Entry and advance Lightning Lane booking
  • Fantasia pool is one of the best themed pools at the All Stars

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

  • First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first
  • Very affordable rates, often under $150 per night with discounts
  • Includes on-site perks like Early Entry and free Disney transportation
  • Refurbished rooms are a significant upgrade from the original design
  • Large Surf's Up pool accommodates big crowds well

Cons

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Smallest and most basic rooms at Walt Disney World (260 sq ft)
  • Bus service is frequently slow and unreliable
  • Some themed sections feel dated (Mighty Ducks, Herbie)
  • Food court quality is below other Value Resort food courts
  • Frequently hosts large school and youth sports groups

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

  • Frequently hosts youth athletic tournaments creating noise and crowds
  • Decidedly early-90s feel in the lobby with faded athlete photos
  • Food court quality is consistently below expectations
  • No Skyliner or monorail, bus-only transportation to parks
  • Common areas can be very loud especially at night

On-Site Dining

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

  • Silver Screen Spirits Pool Bar

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

  • World Premiere Food Court

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

  • End Zone Food Court

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast

    View menu

  • Grandstand Spirits

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu

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