Disney's All-Star Movies Resort vs Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Photo: Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Photo: Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
At a Glance
| All-Star Movies | Animal Kingdom Lodge | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 3 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 8 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool, Hot Tub, Water Slide |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property | Savanna views with real African animals from room balconies |
Tier
All-Star Movies
ValueAnimal Kingdom Lodge
DeluxeArea
All-Star Movies
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaAnimal Kingdom Lodge
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Movies
BusAnimal Kingdom Lodge
BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Movies
NoneAnimal Kingdom Lodge
3 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Movies
2 locationsAnimal Kingdom Lodge
8 locationsPool Amenities
All-Star Movies
PoolAnimal Kingdom Lodge
Pool, Hot Tub, Water SlideExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Movies
NoAnimal Kingdom Lodge
YesTop Highlight
All-Star Movies
Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney propertyAnimal Kingdom Lodge
Savanna views with real African animals from room balconiesOverview
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 Animal Kingdom Lodge
A deluxe safari-style resort where guest rooms and public spaces overlook savannas with African wildlife.
Amenities
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- movies under the stars
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Kid's Club
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Hot Tub
- Water Slide
- Campfire Program
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
- Club Level
Other
- Gift Shop
Transportation
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
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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 Animal Kingdom Lodge
- Savanna views with real African animals from room balconies
- Unrivaled cultural and thematic authenticity among Disney resorts
- Outstanding dining lineup including Jiko, Boma, and Sanaa
- Largest African art collection in the United States on display
- Priced below most other Deluxe resorts for the quality offered
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 Animal Kingdom Lodge
- Bus-only transportation to all parks, no monorail or boat options
- Feeling of isolation from other parks besides Animal Kingdom
- Hallways are extremely long, far walks from room to lobby
- Animals are not always visible from savanna view rooms
- Room construction noise may be ongoing during renovation periods
On-Site Dining
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
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Boma - Flavors of Africa
Table ServiceAfrican, American
breakfast · dinner
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Cape Town Lounge and Wine Bar
Quick ServiceAfrican
snack
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Jiko - The Cooking Place
Table ServiceAfrican
dinner
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Kidani Village Breakfast at Sanaa
Quick ServiceAfrican, Indian
lunch · dinner
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Maji Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAfrican, American
snack
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Sanaa
Table ServiceAfrican, Indian
lunch · dinner
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Sanaa Lounge
Quick ServiceAfrican, Indian
snack
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Sanaa To Go
Quick ServiceAfrican, Indian
lunch · dinner
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The Mara
Quick ServiceAmerican, African
lunch · dinner
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Uzima Springs Pool Bar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Victoria Falls Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Community Discussions
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
- All star Movies : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All star movies, music, or sports? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Art of animation or all star movies : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is All-Star Movies really that much more popular than ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century vs. All-Star Movies : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
- Animal Kingdom Lodge : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Animal Kingdom Lodge Tips : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort view worth it? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is the animal kingdom lodge worth it? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Nothing beats the quietness of the animal Kingdom lodge ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
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