Disney's All-Star Movies Resort vs Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Photo: Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Value Animal Kingdom Resort Area
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Photo: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Moderate Epcot Resort Area
Alex Young
Alex Young
· Updated · 5 min read

At a Glance

Tier

All-Star Movies

Value

Caribbean Beach

Moderate

Area

All-Star Movies

Animal Kingdom Resort Area

Caribbean Beach

Epcot Resort Area

Transportation

All-Star Movies

Bus

Caribbean Beach

Skyliner, Bus

Table-Service Dining

All-Star Movies

None

Caribbean Beach

2 restaurants

Quick-Service Dining

All-Star Movies

2 locations

Caribbean Beach

3 locations

Pool Amenities

All-Star Movies

Pool

Caribbean Beach

Pool, Water Slide, Quiet Pool

Extended Evening Hours

All-Star Movies

No

Caribbean Beach

No

Top Highlight

All-Star Movies

Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property

Caribbean Beach

Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios

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 Caribbean Beach Resort

A moderate resort spread around Barefoot Bay with island villages, Skyliner access, and easy connections to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

Amenities

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort

Recreation

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

Other

  • Gift Shop

Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Recreation

  • Pool
  • shipwreck play area
  • Playground
  • Arcade
  • Running Trail (1.4-mile promenade around Barefoot Bay)
  • Water Slide
  • Quiet Pool
  • Marina
  • Fishing around Barefoot Bay
  • Volleyball

Wellness

  • Spa

Rooms

  • Club Level

Other

  • calypso trading post
  • Laundry Facilities

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 Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Skyliner

    EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios

  • 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 Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
  • Moderate price tier with colorful Caribbean theming
  • Large resort with a central Old Port Royale hub
  • Close to Art of Animation and Pop Century via Skyliner
  • Refurbished rooms are a significant improvement

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 Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Very spread-out layout makes walking distances from rooms very long
  • Dining options are limited and not highly regarded by guests
  • Bus-only access to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom
  • Lost much of its lush tropical vibe after recent reimagining
  • Some room buildings are far from the main hub and bus stops

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 Caribbean Beach Resort

  • Banana Cabana

    Table Service

    American

    dinner

    View menu
  • Centertown Market

    Quick Service

    Latin, American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu
  • Centertown Market Grab & Go

    Quick Service

    American

    snack

    View menu
  • Sebastian's Bistro

    Table Service

    Latin

    dinner

    View menu
  • Spyglass Grill

    Quick Service

    American

    breakfast · lunch · dinner

    View menu

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