Nisha Depp
I was really impressed with this hotel. It was probably the best value hotel at Disney. It was only about $50 more a night than the All-star. We stayed in a Cars suite. It has a replica of Radiator springs outside. The lobby was impressive. My husband didn't care for the food in the cafeteria. I thought it was fine. Easy to get and grab a quick meal at the end of the day when you're exhausted.
SRQ GRL
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is a vibrant, imaginative place that truly brings animated classics to life. The fun, themed design across the property is a major plus. We love the oversized characters, colorful backdrops, and immersive details that make every corner feel like a scene from a beloved film. The pools were another standout, spacious, fun, and thoughtfully designed. Bonus points for being dog-friendly it’s great to have a place that welcomes furry family members.
That said, there are a few drawbacks that are hard to overlook, especially in the Little Mermaid rooms. These standard rooms come with a premium price tag, but the experience doesn’t quite justify the cost. The rooms are very small and cramped, with minimal space to store belongings or move around comfortably. Noise levels were also a serious issue we could hear doors shutting, toilets flushing, and movement from other rooms and hallways, making it tough to get restful sleep. The beds are unusually high off the ground, which isn’t ideal for young kids, and they were not particularly comfortable.
The dining area, while conveniently located, felt more like a school cafeteria than a resort dining experience. Food was served grab-and-go style and came at prices that didn’t match the quality. It had a rushed, impersonal vibe more like herding people through than treating them like guests on vacation.
Overall, Art of Animation nails the whimsical Disney atmosphere, but when it comes to comfort and value, especially in the Little Mermaid rooms, it falls short. Great for a photo op and pool day, but maybe not the best pick if you’re looking for a restful, quiet stay.
Thomas Predhome Jr
Great resort. Perfect place for younger kids. All you can drink soda for the duration of your stay for $20 each cup is great. I'd recommend a suite for larger families. Food is pretty good. Transportation is amazing. Give it a shot.
Jordan Gary
If you can splurge a little I recommend the Lion King suites over the Little Mermaid rooms. They are a hell of a lot closer to the rain building and gives you plenty of room to spread out with a separate bedroom and 2 extra beds (sofa & Murphy) and 2 bathrooms. The best part of this resort is the Skyliner services to Disney Studios & Epcot. The pool bar needs some extended hours and faster service considering it’s the only bar on property. The restaurant onsite is dependable and turns out decent enough food. If you’re in the lobby between 2:30-3:30 each day, you can run into some characters which is typically checkin time.
John Cogswell
It would be easier for me to identify areas of potential improvement here, rather than what works well.
The culinary staff shows a moderate lack of experience, based on how they cook their food. There was a lack of dairy added to the eggs for breakfast, and a lack of salt, which would dramatically improve texture and taste. Many of the recipes that call for garlic had so much garlic added that they bordered on inedible. Otherwise, the food was not terrible.
If you're looking for a good value and a key location that provides ready access to the parks, staying here at the resorts is a solid choice.
The layout and style is unmistakably similar to military barracks, or university dormitories, but with some pleasant Disney touches added. In short, it serves the purpose as a value choice, but may feel a little lacking if any significant time is spent in the lodgings.
The coffee is terrible. Flat out. It gave me something to look forward to returning home to Boston, to.
4/5 solid choice. I grumble around the margins, and they are small margins.
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