Disney's All-Star Sports Resort vs Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Inspired by historic Saratoga Springs—a late-1800s’ New York retreat famous for its spas and horse racing—this charming, Victorian-style Resort hotel is nestled between rolling golf course greens and the shimmering Lake Buena Vista. Delight in stately Studios and multi-bedroom Villas, dazzling pools and a spa.

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

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  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

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  Disney Springs

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  Disney Springs

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  Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Boat service to Disney Springs is the most convenient of any resort
• Largest Disney Vacation Club property with extensive room variety
• Treehouse Villas offer a unique and secluded resort experience
• Congress Park section has rooms literally adjacent to Disney Springs
• Full spa and fitness center on property

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 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Very large resort with extremely long walks between some sections
• Primarily a DVC property with limited cash booking options
• Dated theming compared to newer Disney resorts
• Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat and walk options limited to Disney Springs
• Pool complex is spread out, with multiple smaller pools instead of one standout

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

• End Zone Food Court

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  American

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• Grandstand Spirits

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  American

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Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

• Backstretch Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  American

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• Chip 'n' Dale's Café at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

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• On the Rocks Pool Bar

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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• The Artist's Palette

  Quick Service

  American

  lunch · dinner

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• The Paddock Grill

  Quick Service

  American

  breakfast · lunch · dinner

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• The Turf Club Bar and Grill

  Table Service

  American

  dinner

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• The Turf Club Lounge

  Quick Service

  American

  snack

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Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

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