Disney's Art of Animation Resort vs Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Photo: Disney's Art of Animation Resort
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At a Glance
| Art of Animation | Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Skyliner, Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios | Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World |
Tier
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ValueFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
DeluxeArea
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ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
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Skyliner, BusFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
BusTable-Service Dining
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NoneFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Art of Animation
2 locationsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NonePool Amenities
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PoolFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
PoolExtended Evening Hours
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NoFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoTop Highlight
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Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney WorldOverview
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.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Discover a AAA Five Diamond-rated resort that combines the ultimate in luxury accommodations with a dash of Disney enchantment. Located within Walt Disney World Resort, this lakeside retreat is an idyllic getaway with impeccably designed rooms and suites—along with exclusive amenities and In-Room Celebrations to delight all ages and interests.
Amenities
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- interactive water play area
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
- Business Center
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Amenity details coming soon.
Transportation
Disney's Art of Animation 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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
- 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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World
- Dedicated Disney planning team and exclusive park access benefits
- Exceptional pool complex with multiple pools and lazy river
- Fine dining at Capa rooftop steakhouse with Magic Kingdom fireworks views
- Spacious rooms with luxury furnishings surpassing Disney-owned Deluxes
Cons
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
- 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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Significantly more expensive than any Disney-owned hotel
- Located in Golden Oak, requires shuttle or car to reach theme parks
- Complimentary shuttle to parks runs on a fixed schedule, less flexible than Disney buses
- Does not feel as immersively Disney-themed as Disney-owned resorts
- Located in Golden Oak community, physically distant from all parks
On-Site Dining
Community Discussions
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
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- Is art of animation that bad? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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