Disney's All-Star Sports Resort vs Disney's Pop Century Resort
Photo: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Photo: Lester Shalloway
At a Glance
| All-Star Sports | Pop Century | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Value |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Skyliner, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | 2 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | 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
ValuePop Century
ValueArea
All-Star Sports
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaPop Century
ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Sports
BusPop Century
Skyliner, BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
NonePop Century
NoneQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
2 locationsPop Century
2 locationsPool Amenities
All-Star Sports
PoolPop Century
PoolExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Sports
NoPop Century
NoTop Highlight
All-Star Sports
First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here firstPop Century
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 Pop Century Resort
A large value resort celebrating late-20th-century pop culture, with Skyliner access shared across Hourglass Lake from Art of Animation.
Amenities
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- 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 Pop Century 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 Pop Century Resort
- Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Best-value resort among the Value tier with superior amenities
- Refurbished rooms with fold-down table bed and modern design
- Does not share bus service, one of the best bus experiences at Value tier
- Fun decades-themed theming from the 50s through the 90s
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 Pop Century Resort
- Standard rooms are small at 260 square feet
- No family suites, only standard double-queen or single-king rooms
- Skyliner can have long waits during peak park opening and closing times
- Theming can feel less immersive than Art of Animation next door
- No table service restaurant on property
On-Site Dining
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
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 Pop Century Resort
- Honest opinions on Pop Century? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Tell Me About Pop Century : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on POP century? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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