DISNEY'S ART OF ANIMATION RESORT

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Be surrounded in the artistry, enchantment and magic of Walt Disney and Disney•Pixar movies. Stay at a Disney Resort hotel that invites you to explore the storybook landscapes seen in such classics as Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid. From delightfully themed family suites to wondrously detailed courtyards, Disney's Art of Animation "draws" you and your family in to become a part of some of your animated favorites.

Room & Suite (1,772)1,772

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Property amenities

Parking

Free internet

Pool

Pool / beach towels

Bar / lounge

Game room

Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)

Kids club

Wifi

Internet

Outdoor pool

Heated pool

Restaurant

Breakfast available

Poolside bar

Kids' outdoor play equipment

Free airport transportation

Free shuttle or taxi services

Airport transportation

Shuttle bus service

Business Centre with Internet Access

Concierge

Gift shop

Non-smoking hotel

Shops

Sun umbrellas

Laundry service

Self-serve laundry

Room features

Non-smoking rooms

Suites

Family rooms

Air conditioning

Housekeeping

Safe

Refrigerator

Flatscreen TV

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Family Resort

Family

Languages Spoken

Spanish

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Location

Full view

47Car recommended

905Restaurantswithin 10 km

330Attractionswithin 10 km

Contact

1850 Animation Way Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL 32830-8400

00 1 407-537-5641

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8,322Reviews681Q+A100Room tips

+1

Very big for a "value" resort

We stayed in a Finding Nemo suite. Room was clean and perfect for the amount of time we were there. The bathrooms were big with lots of counter space. Beds were comfortable. The food at the food court was on the blandish side but it's to be expected since it's quick service. We also had the dining plan which was easy to understand and worth the money we spent on it.…

Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled with family

It’s so cute!

When we first arrived at this hotel we were so pleased and excited as the decor is just amazing. We stayed in the little mermaid rooms which had its own pool in the section. We had a slight issue during our stay which was dealt with fantastically by one of the managerial staff at art of animation and we can not fault them for that. The room was very nice however they did seem slightly dated. The food court has lots of choice and the resort pools are great. One down fall for us was definitely the distance from the bus stop to the parks and our room it can be quite a walk. If we stayed here again we would stay on a different section as the walk after a long day was quite lengthy and it was a distance from the food court, reception and lobby. Very nice hotel and we loved the theming. Transportation is quite regular however it can get very busy when the theme parks are just opening and closing.…

Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple

Look at this Resort, isn't it neat?! Disney's Art of Animation Resort has tons of character, lots of charm and so many fun colorful touches everywhere. I bet your family thought that life was the bubbles when staying in the Little Mermaid Room, because everything is always better under the sea! While I do apologize for the issue you mentioned, I'm so pleased to know our Cast Members provided you with the Guest service Disney is so known for. The beauty and the curse that comes along with staying at this Resort is the size. It is spread out which gives us the opportunity to have different types of rooms, both Family Suites and standard rooms, but as it is sprawling, sometimes it’s just not a great fit for those that don’t want to have to worry about walking too far. I’m sorry to see after long days in the Parks, the stroll to the Little Mermaid Rooms just wasn’t what you were looking for. Overall it seems your family experienced all that this Resort has to offer - from having a splashing good time at the Resort pools to trying all of the delicious options at our Landscape of Flavors food court. We hope to "sketch" you back for another stay soon! Kim Disney Social Reviews

Bed BUG Honeymoon...

The biggest mistake of my life. This is not a place for couples, its for families. Secondly the food isn't too good - they have the same food everyday and everynight - there's no variation, no theme days, nothing. The food is also expensive if your not on the disney dining plan. I cannot fault the staff or the new disney skyliner - a thrilling addition to the resort that makes getting to Hollywood Studios and Epcot so much easier than using the dreaded Disney BUS.... out of seven times of using the bus we had to stand 5times... you would think Disney at the end of a themepark closing would put additional buses or long bendy buses on for transportation.. forget it.... Third fault - if using the bus expect to walk the furthest when leaving the themepark - for some reason Art of Animation pick up point is the last. But the biggest fault I can give you is this - after staying in a mermaid room on the forth day of our HONEYMOON, I noticed when I woke up in the morning, my hand and face felt a little numb. I noticed a sore spot on my hand and during the day, I can honestly say this my nose doubled in size, and became sore to touch. One more night, the entire face was numb in the morning. BED BUGS!!!!!! I am a 47 year old man and the new wife saw me break down in tears in so much pain in Hollywood Studios - Disney I will never forgive you. I have all the photographic evidence - just check my profile. BEWARE!!!! …

Date of stay: September 2019

Thank you for letting us know about your recent stay. I'd certainly like to learn more about your visit and look into this further for you. When you have a moment, please check your TripAdvisor inbox for a message from us. Nina Disney Social Reviews

+1

Not worth the coat

I booked this resort with our 3 year old son in mind. It was his first trip to Disney and my first in 20 years. We stayed in a little mermaid room. Maybe that was where we first went wrong. The room was okay, but furniture was obviously worn out, one nightstand’s top was so scratched and beat up, the finish was gone. The walls had some marks on the other side of the tv stand by the bathroom. Bathroom was clean. There wasn’t a lot of outside noise. I dunno I guess I just expected more for the fact that we were spending $200 a night. The staff was okay, the cast members we came in contact with smiled and were polite, but I didn’t feel much of that famous Disney hospitality. If you are traveling with little children, this resort is great! There’s so much for the kids and there are lots of kids staying here. My biggest issue was with housekeeping. We only let housekeeping straighten the room once during our 6 day stay. I have serious issues letting people into my room when I’m not there. The housekeeper had left our door propped open, and her phone on the table and had left for the day. Lucky for us we were just down at the pool. Someone could’ve walked right in and stolen my son’s tablet on the table or my husbands wallet or his Nintendo switch. Unacceptable. We spoke with the head of housekeeping and they credited our room $50 for the inconvenience. I appreciate the gesture, but it shouldn’t have happened to begin with. I didn’t mind staying here for the little ones sake, but I will not be staying here again. I’ll spend $100 more a night and stay at a moderate resort next time. …

Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled with family

Rebecca, thanks so much for letting us know about your stay at Disney's Art of Animation Resort. While I'm happy to hear your room was nice and clean and you felt the Resort offered a lot for children, I'm very sorry for the concerns you've mentioned with your room's quality and our housekeeping service. We certainly always want our Guests to enjoy every aspect of their stay and I can see how these issues impacted your overall visit. I'm so glad you were able to speak with your Front Desk about these concerns as our Cast Members work hard to personally assist Guests in a timely manner and provide resolutions to meet our Guests needs. Rest assured, your feedback will be shared appropriately as we constantly strive to make improvements to our service and offerings. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us. I hope we're able to welcome you back in the future for a much more enjoyable stay. Nina Disney Social Reviews

Wonderful staff, clean and fun!

We stayed here during our recent vacation to Disney World. Bus transportation was frequent, it's pretty close to Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Animal Kingdom, and now it's serviced by the Skyliner! Check in was quick, painless and the cast member was very helpful and fun to chat with. We were able to get into a room early with our check-in (this is not guaranteed, but if you are flexible with where you want your room, they may be able to get you in earlier than normal check-in at 3). We stayed in The Little Mermaid area in the Ariel building. The room theming was great and the pool area was really cute, BUT it is the furthest building from everything and it was about a 5-10 minute walk to the rest of the resort where our family was staying. If you do not mind this and you want a regular hotel room, it's not a bad place to stay. Our room was parking view, so you could get an (obstructed) view of the fireworks displays at Magic Kingdom and Epcot, which was kind of cool. All of the staff we interacted with were very helpful and kind and went out of their way to assist us when they could. The rooms were clean and they take meticulous care of the property. There are some refurbishments taking place, so keep that in mind, but none that will inconvenience guests. The pool areas were great and the bartenders at the pool bar were great for conversation. They had nightly movies and other activities available for guests. The dining area also had a good selection of food and never seemed too busy. I wouldn't change anything, except maybe staying in the room we did.…

Date of stay: September 2019

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Room Tip: The Little Mermaid rooms are FAR from everything. The Finding Nemo rooms are closest to the...

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Thanks for sharing your comments about your time with us! I'm delighted to "sea" you enjoyed the design of your room, and that your stay overall went so swimmingly! I hope you'll splash in again soon for another fin-tastic visit! Katie Disney Social Reviews

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I know there is a laundry room here but is there a laundry service? If so what is the cost?

Hi there! You can call housekeeping and have them take your clothing for laundry, but for me, it was cost prohibitive. Here's a list of the pricing in 2016 before environmental fees: Dry Cleaning Suits 14.00 3 PC Suits 15.00 Coats 9.00 Pants 7.50 Jackets 7.50 Overcoats 15.00 Shirts 7.50 Sweaters 9.00 Ties 4.00 Blouses 7.50 Dresses 13.50 Gowns/Jumpsuits 24.00+ Wedding Gowns – Call for Price Skirts 7.50 Laundry Shirts 6.00 Pants 7.50 Socks 2.50 Undershorts/panties 2.50 T-shirts 5.00 Sweatsuit 9.00 Pajamas 7.00 Undershirts & Bras 2.50 Handkerchiefs 2.60 Blouses 7.50 Slips 5.50 Nightgowns 7.00 Shorts 6.00 Knit shirt 6.00

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Anyone know if they are going to upgrade rooms? Carpets seem to need replaced.

My room had no carpeting (Cars suite) and the hotel halls carpet seemed fresh!

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Hi what are the opening times for the pools please

Like other travelers said- typically 9a/10a to 9p. But that can also depend on time of year. We stayed at AA in January and it was cold, so closed earlier. It can also depend on refurbishments!

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How long of a trip is it to each park from this resort via the transportation buses? And how long of a wait is it usually for a bus?

Depending on which resort you stay at the buses normally run every 20 mins from your resort. I stayed at Art of Animation and it rarely took longer than 20 minutes to get to any of the parks, whether by bus or Uber. BTW... Uber drivers are not just Disney drivers...alot of them do not know where they are going and are just following GPS. But Uber was better for us to use in the morning to make our breakfast reservations. Buses start running about 45 mins before the opening of each park. So if the park opens at 9am buses will start around 8:15. We had reservations for breakfast at 8 so we had to Uber it. the rest of the day we took the bus. Also if you have a park hopper ticket... check out the boats for transportation that was neat.

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Do any of the pools have jacuzzi’s or is this the same standard hotel grade as “Movies” . Thanks ! -Amy

No Jacuzzi's, it is a value resort just like all stars and Pop Century.

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