Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Walt Disney World, Orlando

Virgin rating

The hotel

We all know and love those Disney classics - The Lion King, Finding Nemo, Cars, The Little Mermaid - and Disney's Art of Animation is where you'll find inspiration from each of them. From themed swimming pools to family suites with themed decor, there's something for everyone here. Be sure to check out The Big Blue Pool, complete with water jets and a play area for little ones. And after those busy days in the parks, order a pizza (or two!) to your room.

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Free Parking
  • Free transport to theme parks
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box

Where is it

In Disney's Hollywood Studios Resort area. Transfer time from airport: approx 30 minutes.

Hotel information

1,984 rooms and suites. All have air-conditioning, cable TV with Disney Channel, safe, mini-fridge, hairdryer, iron and board. Standard Rooms are located in The Little Mermaid section of the resort and feature either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults, plus one child under 3 in a cot.

Finding Nemo Family Suites, Cars Family Suites and The Lion King Family Suites all feature a microwave, kitchenette, coffee maker and 2 bathrooms, one with 1 queen-size bed, and the other with 1 double bed, plus a double sleeper sofa in the living area. They sleep a maximum 6 guests, plus one child under 3 in a cot. 

Use of the Walt Disney World Resort Transportation System is included in your stay: This hotel has Disney Skyliner Transportation to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios, and bus transportation throughout the resort.


Complimentary hotel parking.

Landscape of Flavors (food court with 4 Disney-themed dining areas, and 5 quick-service counters, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). The Drop Off Pool Bar. Pizza delivery service* (dinner and late night).

The Big Blue Pool (Finding Nemo inspired, zero-entry, and Schoolyard Sprayground with pop-up jets, and a themed playground). Cozy Cone Pool (Cars inspired, with life-sized models of Cars characters, and cone-shaped cabanas). Flippin' Fins Pool (The Little Mermaid inspired). Games arcade*. Playground. Jogging trail. Movies under the stars.

Disney-themed shop. Complimentary WiFi. Minnie Van service*. Laundry and dry-cleaning services*. Babysitting service*.

Click here to see Disney's pocket guide for this Resort.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.

Maximum stay 21 nights.

* Denotes local charge.


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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Poor understanding and rude treatment of handicapped visitor.

Jul 21, 2024 Mary G

I had a horrible experience at Disney’s Art of Animation this year. I saved for 8 years to return to the Cars section after taking my kids there when they were younger. I am now handicapped and specifically requested a handicap room with a shower. Upon arrival I received the wrong room and then was told oh you must’ve made the wrong reservation.… Read more
I had a horrible experience at Disney’s Art of Animation this year. I saved for 8 years to return to the Cars section after taking my kids there when they were younger. I am now handicapped and specifically requested a handicap room with a shower. Upon arrival I received the wrong room and then was told oh you must’ve made the wrong reservation. Like a handicapped person wouldn’t know what kind of room they needed! I was treated with disregard like it was no big deal and disrespect then moved to another location in the resort, but my children and I were heartbroken. I’ve only come to be able to talk about it without tearing up after saving for 8 years! Do better Disney. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great experience

Jul 20, 2024 TennesseeRiver82 Tennessee

This was a clean, friendly, and fun resort. We stayed in the Cars animated room and my three boys loved it. The resort had three pools, all of which were very clean. The Landscape of Flavors is a clean cafeteria with decent food to help get you through the day. Staying close to the Skyliner makes this resort even better. Being able to hope on and… Read more
This was a clean, friendly, and fun resort. We stayed in the Cars animated room and my three boys loved it. The resort had three pools, all of which were very clean. The Landscape of Flavors is a clean cafeteria with decent food to help get you through the day. Staying close to the Skyliner makes this resort even better. Being able to hope on and get into 3/4 parks was icing on the cake. My family throughly enjoyed our stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating great food

Jul 15, 2024 Rebecca H

super amazing staff so kind and helpful, especially Apollo in the food court. was speedy and really polite. food is also pretty good, all hot and seems fresh. some of the other restaurants have plastic cutlery and paper plates no matter if you sit in or take away, art of animation has dishes and silverware which makes for a much nicer and easier… Read more
super amazing staff so kind and helpful, especially Apollo in the food court. was speedy and really polite. food is also pretty good, all hot and seems fresh. some of the other restaurants have plastic cutlery and paper plates no matter if you sit in or take away, art of animation has dishes and silverware which makes for a much nicer and easier experience when eating. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Rude employees

Jul 9, 2024 Angela A

The people at this hotel were rude. The people working the bar The night that we stayed were very rude. We stayed July7th and left July 8th. I will not ever go back. For the money I payed it was just a waste. I remember how Disney used to be. Not the same.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fun themed resort for little kids

Jul 8, 2024 Casey S Danville, Virginia

We stayed in the Little Mermaid double bed room. The theme was so cute and fun for our 7 and 4 year old. The room was very small compared to the average hotel room, but there is storage room under the bed for suitcases and such. There's a pool located in this section of the resort which is very convenient; however, all other amenities are a… Read more
We stayed in the Little Mermaid double bed room. The theme was so cute and fun for our 7 and 4 year old. The room was very small compared to the average hotel room, but there is storage room under the bed for suitcases and such. There's a pool located in this section of the resort which is very convenient; however, all other amenities are a little bit of a walk to get to. The large main pool was spacious but lacked ample shade options for guests. There were some parts of the splash pad area that were not working. The cafeteria style food option was nice for getting everyone something the liked. And the bus service was efficient for getting around to parks that aren't accessed by the sykliner. Overall the place was surprisingly quite to be a family resort and we loved having access to the skyliner. Read less