Disney's All-Star Movies Resort vs Walt Disney World Swan
Photo: Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Photo: Walt Disney World Swan
At a Glance
| All-Star Movies | Walt Disney World Swan | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Walk, Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 5 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 3 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool, Water Slide |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney property | Same Crescent Lake location and EPCOT walking distance as the Dolphin |
Tier
All-Star Movies
ValueWalt Disney World Swan
DeluxeArea
All-Star Movies
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaWalt Disney World Swan
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Movies
BusWalt Disney World Swan
Walk, Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Movies
NoneWalt Disney World Swan
5 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Movies
2 locationsWalt Disney World Swan
3 locationsPool Amenities
All-Star Movies
PoolWalt Disney World Swan
Pool, Water SlideExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Movies
NoWalt Disney World Swan
YesTop Highlight
All-Star Movies
Lowest-cost way to stay on Disney propertyWalt Disney World Swan
Same Crescent Lake location and EPCOT walking distance as the DolphinOverview
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.
Walt Disney World Swan
A Marriott-operated on-property resort between Epcot and Hollywood Studios, with walking and boat access to both parks.
Amenities
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- movies under the stars
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Walt Disney World Swan
Recreation
- Pool
- Water Slide
- Volleyball
- Tennis Courts
- Jogging Trail
- Arcade
- Playground
- Camp Dolphin for children ages 5-12 from 4PM to 11PM with themed activities, video games, arts and crafts
- Swan watercraft rentals on the white sand beach; Boat Rental in Activities
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Other
- Child Care
- Boat launch courtyard between Swan and Dolphin for Friendship launches
- Disney Cabanas store at Swan; Resort Essentials boutique at Dolphin
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
Walt Disney World Swan
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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, 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
Walt Disney World Swan
- Same Crescent Lake location and EPCOT walking distance as the Dolphin
- Marriott Bonvoy points eligible for stays and redemptions
- Access to Dolphin's extensive dining and amenities via shared complex
- Swan Reserve and Swan combined offer over 2,000 rooms in the complex
- Competitively priced relative to Disney-owned Deluxe resorts nearby
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
Walt Disney World Swan
- No Disney on-site Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
- Resort fees and parking fees add significantly to the nightly rate
- Shared amenities with Dolphin mean crowded pools during peak times
- Design is less Disney-immersive than Disney-owned resorts
- Limited transportation compared to monorail or Skyliner resorts
On-Site Dining
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Walt Disney World Swan
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Chill
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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Garden Grove
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Il Mulino
Table ServiceItalian
lunch · dinner
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Il Mulino Lounge
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Java
Quick ServiceQuick Service - Coffee
snack
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Kimonos
Table ServiceAsian, Japanese, Sushi
dinner · snack
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Kimonos Lounge
Quick ServiceAsian, Japanese, Sushi
snack
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Splash Pool Bar and Grill
Table 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
Walt Disney World Swan
- Anyone stay at the Walt Disney swan hotel? Thoughts or ... r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Some love for the Swan hotel - a great option for a Disney trip r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Walt Disney World Swan hotel review : r/DisneyWorld r/DisneyWorld
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Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
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