Disney's All-Star Movies Resort vs Disney's BoardWalk Inn
Photo: Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Photo: Ali F
At a Glance
| All-Star Movies | BoardWalk Inn | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Walk, Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 3 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 10 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool, Water Slide |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property | Iconic BoardWalk entertainment district steps from the hotel |
Tier
All-Star Movies
ValueBoardWalk Inn
DeluxeArea
All-Star Movies
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaBoardWalk Inn
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Movies
BusBoardWalk Inn
Walk, Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Movies
NoneBoardWalk Inn
3 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Movies
2 locationsBoardWalk Inn
10 locationsPool Amenities
All-Star Movies
PoolBoardWalk Inn
Pool, Water SlideExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Movies
NoBoardWalk Inn
YesTop Highlight
All-Star Movies
Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney propertyBoardWalk Inn
Iconic BoardWalk entertainment district steps from the hotelOverview
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 BoardWalk Inn
A deluxe Crescent Lake resort styled after early-20th-century Atlantic boardwalks, with walking access to Epcot and boat service to Hollywood Studios.
Amenities
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- movies under the stars
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
- Tennis Courts
- Water Slide
- Bicycle rental available
- Fishing excursions
Wellness
- Fitness Center
Rooms
- rooms and suites with club-level service
Other
- Business Center
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 BoardWalk Inn
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Walk
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Boat
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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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 BoardWalk Inn
- Iconic BoardWalk entertainment district steps from the hotel
- Walking distance to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Beautifully themed 1920s Atlantic City-style atmosphere
- Excellent dining and nightlife options directly outside the door
- Crescent Lake location gives easy access to Beach Club and Yacht Club
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 BoardWalk Inn
- BoardWalk entertainment area can be noisy late into the night
- Rooms are among the smaller at Deluxe tier for the price
- No direct monorail access to Magic Kingdom
- Pool options are not as impressive as Beach Club's Stormalong Bay
- Parking can be limited and inconvenient
On-Site Dining
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
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AbracadaBar
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Belle Vue Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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BoardWalk Deli
Quick ServiceAmerican, Bakery
breakfast · snack
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BoardWalk Ice Cream
Quick Servicesnack
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BoardWalk Joe's Marvelous Margaritas
Quick ServiceAmerican, Mexican
snack
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Carousel Coffee
Quick ServiceBakery, American, Quick Service - Coffee
snack
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Flying Fish
Table ServiceAmerican, Seafood
dinner
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Leaping Horse Libations
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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The Cake Bake Shop® Bakery by Gwendolyn Rogers
Quick ServiceBakery, American
snack
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The Cake Bake Shop® Restaurant by Gwendolyn Rogers
Table ServiceAmerican, Bakery
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Trattoria al Forno
Table ServiceItalian
breakfast · dinner
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Trattoria al Forno To Go
Quick ServiceItalian
lunch · dinner
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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 BoardWalk Inn
- Boardwalk Inn : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Boardwalk Inn & Villas : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Boardwalk Inn Resort View - any room preferences? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- I'm staying at the Boardwalk inn for the first time! r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is the boardwalk inn worth it? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Videos
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