Disney's Art of Animation Resort
A value resort themed to Pixar and Disney animation, with family suites, Little Mermaid rooms, and a Skyliner station shared with Pop Century.
Photo: Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Pros
- Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Family suites sleep up to 6 with two bathrooms and a kitchenette
- Does not share bus service, giving it the best bus reliability of Value Resorts
- Landscape of Flavors food court is best among Value Resorts
- Big Blue Pool is the largest hotel pool at Walt Disney World
Cons
- Family suite prices are double to triple standard Value Resort rooms
- Little Mermaid standard rooms are very small and far from lobby
- Theming is bold and loud, not appealing to all adults
- No table service restaurant on property
- Long walk to Skyliner station from some room sections
Amenities
Recreation
- Pool
- interactive water play area
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Business Center
Transportation
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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
On-Site Dining
2 restaurants at Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Community Discussions
- Art of Animation : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Art of Animation Resort: Is it a good resort? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Art of Animation Resort! : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Booking art of animation : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Is art of animation that bad? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get from Art of Animation to the theme parks?
You can take the Skyliner to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios. For Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and Disney Springs, you'll use Disney buses. That setup is usually easier than relying on buses for every park day.
What dining options are at Art of Animation?
Disney's Art of Animation Resort has 2 on-site dining options. Quick-service spots include Landscape of Flavors and The Drop Off Pool Bar. If you want a full sit-down meal, you'll need to leave the resort or eat in the parks.
What pool and recreation amenities does Art of Animation have?
The pool setup at Art of Animation includes Pool and interactive water play area. Beyond the pool area, you also have Playground, Arcade, and Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake).
Does Art of Animation have Extended Evening Theme Park Hours?
No. Extended Evening Theme Park Hours are reserved for deluxe and deluxe villa resorts. As a value resort, Art of Animation guests still get the standard 30-minute Early Entry benefit, but not the extra evening time.
Is Art of Animation a good fit for families with young kids?
Art of Animation is a solid fit for families, and the biggest reason is transportation. Art of Animation has Skyliner access, which is usually easier with a stroller than depending on buses for every trip. Kid-friendly amenities include Pool, interactive water play area, Playground, and Arcade. One extra plus: Family suites sleep up to 6 with two bathrooms and a kitchenette.
What are the biggest drawbacks of staying at Art of Animation?
The main trade-offs at Art of Animation are these: Family suite prices are double to triple standard Value Resort rooms. Little Mermaid standard rooms are very small and far from lobby. Theming is bold and loud, not appealing to all adults. No table service restaurant on property. Long walk to Skyliner station from some room sections.
Similar resorts
Other value tier resorts at Walt Disney World.
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