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Disney's Art Of Animation Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 3 outdoor pools, near Walt Disney World® Resort

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Near Epcot and Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, Disney's Art of Animation Resort offers a fun retreat with 3 outdoor pools, shopping on site and an arcade/game room. Guests can unwind at the sauna or connect to in-room WiFi while kids enjoy the theme park shuttle. The overall condition has left previous guests impressed.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • In-room childcare
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Arcade/games room
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television

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Family Suites. Hearing accessible - visual alarms and notifications. 1 queen bed, 1 double sleeper s

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suites. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibility. 1 queen bed, 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with roll-in shower and option for hearing accessibility. 1 que

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility. 1 queen bed, 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Hearing accessible - visual alarms and notifications. 1 king bed.

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Wheelchair accessible with roll-in shower and option for hearing a

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibilit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibil

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cars Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility. 1 queen be

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cars Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cars Family Suites. Hearing accessible - visual alarms and notifications. 1 queen bed, 1 double slee

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cars Family Suites. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibility. 1 queen b

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cars Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with roll-in shower and option for hearing accessibility.

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Finding Nemo Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility. 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Finding Nemo Family Suites. Hearing accessible - visual alarms and notifications. 1 queen bed, 1 dou

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Finding Nemo Family Suites. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibility. 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Finding Nemo Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with roll-in shower and option for hearing accessi

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Lion King Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Lion King Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibility. 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Finding Nemo Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Lion King Family Suites. Hearing accessible - visual alarms and notifications. 1 queen bed, 1 do

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Lion King Family Suites. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibility.

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Lion King Family Suites. Wheelchair accessible with roll-in shower and option for hearing access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Hearing accessible - visual alarms and notifications. 2 double bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Wheelchair accessible with tub and option for hearing accessibilit

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Wheelchair accessible with roll-in shower and option for hearing a

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibil

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

The Little Mermaid Standard Room. Florida special accessible room with option for hearing accessibil

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
1850 Animation Way, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830

What's nearby

  • Walt Disney World® Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Champion Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios® - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Magic Kingdom® Park - 10 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 27 min drive
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 32 min drive
  • Orlando Station - 24 min drive
  • Brightline Orlando Station - 25 min drive
  • Kissimmee Station - 30 min drive
  • Free theme park shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Joffrey's Coffee Cart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Lunch Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪BaseLine Tap House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Backlot Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Disney's Art Of Animation Resort

  • At Disney's Art Of Animation Resort, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Disney Springs™ and Disney's Hollywood Studios®. After taking a dip in one of the 3 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar and a theme park shuttle are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say good things about the overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 2104 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [My Disney Experience]
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Off-site

    • Free theme park shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (late night)

Travelling with children

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 11 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2012
  • ATM/banking
  • Television in common areas
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVR
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-service breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Guests must request a dog-friendly room at time of booking, or by contacting the property in advance of arrival. Guests traveling with their dogs must register them with the front desk and adhere to the pet policies they receive upon registration.

Also known as

Animation Art Resort

Animation Resort

Art Animation

Art Animation Resort

Disney's Animation

Disney's Animation Resort

Disney's Art Animation Resort

Disney's Art Animation Resort Hotel

Disney's Art Animation Resort Hotel Lake Buena Vista

Disney's Art Animation Resort Lake Buena Vista

Disney's Art Animation Lake Buena Vista

Disney's Art Animation

Disney's Art Of Animation

Disney's Art of Animation Resort Hotel

Disney's Art of Animation Resort Lake Buena Vista

Disney's Art of Animation Resort Hotel Lake Buena Vista

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Disney's Art Of Animation Resort?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Disney's Art Of Animation Resort?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Disney's Art Of Animation Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Disney's Art Of Animation Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Disney's Art Of Animation Resort and nearby?

Disney's Art Of Animation Resort has 3 outdoor pools and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Disney's Art Of Animation Resort?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Disney's Art Of Animation Resort like?

Disney's Art Of Animation Resort is in Bay Lake, a short 15-minute walk from Walt Disney World® Resort.

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Reviews

Disney's Art Of Animation Resort Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property features a large heated pool, multiple pool options, and fun activities like movie nights and pool games. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Room clean love access to the skyliner
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room just on the small size. Very friendly staff
Harry, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We have a good time. Everything was clean and perfect for our toddler girl. The hotel is so nice and easy to go to the parks.
Yiset, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and the staff is always friendly, and helpful.
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was my first time at Arts & Animation and I will definetly be coming back! I love the design and decor. I love how clean it was and how it was so easy to get around and transportation available to the theme parks.
Rosa, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location to the Disney Skyliner. Room was a bit worn but clean and comfortable. The quick service food was tasty and had healthy options.
Diane, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was nice.
jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and highly themed. Staff at check in was helpful and efficient. I needed extra towels and a fan nd it was quickly brought on Christmas Day.
Elizabeth Pressnell, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I enjoyed myself
Craig, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Mark A, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing amenities, rooms, staff, transportation.
Kristy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

First time staying on property and we will definitely be back!!
Adrienne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our family had a great time in the little mermaid room! Highly recommend this value resort.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our 4th time staying at Art of Animation. 👍
Verified

8/10 Very good

The beds are a little high for small children without not having a carpeted floor, it’s a very hard floor and if a small child falls off the bed they could get hurt.
Cathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel. Everything was perfect!
Danielle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

wry family friendly and very accessibility to the parks.
mhorena, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Pablo, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great kid friendly
Cyndi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a very nice place to stay. Fun for the kids.
Kristine J, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great experience we had room was super clean
Rahat, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s always a great time at any of the Disney resorts.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience child and adult friendly
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location with excellent free transportation options, cool on-site extras, professional staff, and fun themes.
Mary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

First time in a Disney property in it was excellent
Reina, 2-night trip