Disney's All-Star Sports Resort vs Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Photo: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Photo: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
At a Glance
| All-Star Sports | Caribbean Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Moderate |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Skyliner, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 2 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 3 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool, Water Slide, Quiet Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first | Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios |
Tier
All-Star Sports
ValueCaribbean Beach
ModerateArea
All-Star Sports
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaCaribbean Beach
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Sports
BusCaribbean Beach
Skyliner, BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
NoneCaribbean Beach
2 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
2 locationsCaribbean Beach
3 locationsPool Amenities
All-Star Sports
PoolCaribbean Beach
Pool, Water Slide, Quiet PoolExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Sports
NoCaribbean Beach
NoTop Highlight
All-Star Sports
First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here firstCaribbean Beach
Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosOverview
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.
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 Sports Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- 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 Sports Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Skyliner
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 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
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 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
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 Sports Resort
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Banana Cabana
Table ServiceAmerican
dinner
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Centertown Market
Quick ServiceLatin, American
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Centertown Market Grab & Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Sebastian's Bistro
Table ServiceLatin
dinner
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Spyglass Grill
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Community Discussions
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
- All star movies, music, or sports? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All Star Sports - Expectations & What to Do? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All star sports vs Coronado : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- All Stars Sports opinions? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- What the heck is going on at all stars? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Caribbean Beach Availability : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Disney Caribbean Beach : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Ease my mind about Caribbean Beach! : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Talk To Me About Caribbean Beach Resort r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Tell me the pros and cons of Caribbean Beach Resort r/WaltDisneyWorld
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