Disney's All-Star Sports Resort vs Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
Photo: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Photo: Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
At a Glance
| All-Star Sports | Walt Disney World Swan Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | Animal Kingdom Resort Area | Epcot Resort Area |
| Transportation | Bus | Walk, Boat, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 4 restaurants |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | Yes |
| Top Highlight | First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here first | Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complex |
Tier
All-Star Sports
ValueWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
DeluxeArea
All-Star Sports
Animal Kingdom Resort AreaWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
Epcot Resort AreaTransportation
All-Star Sports
BusWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
Walk, Boat, BusTable-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
NoneWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
4 restaurantsQuick-Service Dining
All-Star Sports
2 locationsWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
NonePool Amenities
All-Star Sports
PoolWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
PoolExtended Evening Hours
All-Star Sports
NoWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
YesTop Highlight
All-Star Sports
First bus stop on the shared All Star loop so buses fill here firstWalt Disney World Swan Reserve
Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complexOverview
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.
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
The newer tower within the Swan and Dolphin complex, positioned near Crescent Lake and marketed as a more boutique-style Marriott option.
Amenities
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail
Other
- Gift Shop
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
Recreation
- Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Arcade
- Playground
- Boat Rental listed in Activities & Recreation; water taxi access to parks
Wellness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Other
- Water taxi dock for park access
- Resort shops available
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
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
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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 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
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- Newest and most modern of the Swan and Dolphin complex
- Spacious tower rooms with contemporary design and updated amenities
- Same Crescent Lake location with walking access to EPCOT
- Marriott Bonvoy points redemption available
- Quieter and more upscale feel than the larger Swan and Dolphin hotels
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
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- No Disney on-site perks such as Early Entry or booking advantages
- High resort fees on top of nightly rate increase true cost
- Smaller pool exclusive to Swan Reserve guests, main pools are at Swan/Dolphin
- Limited dining within the Swan Reserve itself
- No direct transportation to Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom
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
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- Swan & Dolphin appreciation : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Swan or Swan Reserve? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Swan Reserve pros and cons : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on the Swan Reserve? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Walt Disney World Swan Reserve and ADR/LL r/WaltDisneyWorld
Videos
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
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