in Orlando, United States
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Updated 1 July 2026
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Art of Animation turns four Disney films into whole courtyards: giant Cars, Finding Nemo, The Lion King and Little Mermaid figures that toddlers gasp at on the walk to breakfast. Its family suites are some of the roomiest value accommodation on Disney property, and the Skyliner gondola glides you straight to Epcot and Hollywood Studios without a bus. It suits families who want the full on-site magic without deluxe-resort prices.
Our verdict
For a family that wants to sleep, eat and dream inside Walt Disney World without paying deluxe rates, Art of Animation is the smart pick. The suites are roomy, the theming delights little ones and the Skyliner is a genuine time-saver. Just set expectations on dining and crowds.
The rooms
This is the Disney value resort built for families who need room to spread out. The themed family suites sleep up to six across a bedroom, a fold-down Murphy bed and a double sleeper sofa, plus two bathrooms and a small kitchenette for bottles, snacks and breakfast in pyjamas. Standard rooms in the Little Mermaid wing are cheaper and cosier if you are travelling with just one small child. Cots are free on request.
At a glance
- Rooms
- Family suites for 6, plus standard rooms
- Parks
- On Disney property, Skyliner to 2 parks
- Pools
- Three, including the huge Big Blue Pool
- Getting around
- Skyliner and Disney buses included
- From
- ~175 EUR/night
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Family suites that genuinely sleep six, with two bathrooms and a kitchenette
- Big Blue Pool, the largest resort pool at Walt Disney World, with a zero-depth entry for babies
- Skyliner gondola station on-site for a bus-free ride to Epcot and Hollywood Studios
- Immersive film-themed courtyards that count as free entertainment for young children
- Early Theme Park Entry every day as an on-site Disney guest
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Parents also ask
How many people fit in a family suite?
Up to six. You get a separate bedroom with a queen bed, a double Murphy bed that folds from the wall, a double sleeper sofa, two bathrooms and a kitchenette. A cot for a baby is free on request and does not count towards the six.
Do we need a car to reach the parks?
No. As an on-site Disney resort it includes free transport: the Skyliner gondola to Epcot and Hollywood Studios, and buses to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. A car is only useful if you plan to visit Universal or venture off Disney property.
Is there a kids club?
There is no supervised kids club here. Entertainment comes from the themed courtyards, the pools with a poolside activities programme, and an in-room movie feel. For a complimentary kids camp you would look at a resort like the Four Seasons.
Is it good for babies and toddlers?
Yes. The Big Blue Pool has a zero-depth entry that little ones love, cots are free, the kitchenette helps with bottles and early meals, and the suite layout means a sleeping baby does not shut down the whole room.
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