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Disney Value Resorts 101 – A Comparison of Disney’s Affordable Accommodations

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A trip to Walt Disney World in Florida requires some planning. One of the first things you must consider is where to stay. An even more basic question is, do we stay onsite at a Disney hotel or offsite to save money? While Disney hotels are generally more expensive than offsite hotels, the advantages in staying onsite are worth considering. Magical Express bus service from the airport, complimentary transportation around Disney World, Extra Magic Hours and 24/7 Disney magic are just a few advantages you will have by staying at a Disney hotel. If budget is a concern, consider staying at one of Disney’s 5 value resorts. Here’s a quick comparison.

1) All-Star Movies – This Disney Resort hotel salutes the legends of Disney films, from Pongo and Perdita of 101 Dalmatians to the playful toys of Andy’s Room in Toy Story, all larger-than-life. There are two feature pools, one based on Disney’s Fantasia and the other themed around the Mighty Ducks movie series. The World Premiere Food Court serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, from omelets in the morning to pasta at night. Souvenirs can be purchased at Donald’s Double Feature gift shop. The rooms are brightly colored with a movie theme and come with either two double beds (sleeps 4) or one king sized bed. Connecting rooms and accommodations for guests with disabilities are also available. Rates run from $85-$192, depending on season. The rooms are 260 sq. ft. All-Star Movies opened in 1998.

2) All-Star Sports – Your young athletes will love this Disney Resort that salutes all things sports, including baseball, basketball, football, surfing and tennis, starring some of your favorite Disney characters. There are two feature pools, one based on surfing and the other themed around baseball. The End Zone Food Court serves pizza, nachos, hot dogs, smoothies, gelato and more or create your own burgers and pasta, all while TVs play popular Disney cartoons and sporting events amid ample indoor seating. Find your favorite souvenirs at Sport Goofy Gifts and Sundries. Disney’s All Star Sports Resort was the first value resort built on the Disney property and opened in May of 1994. There are 1,920 rooms spread between 10 buildings. All the buildings feature larger-than-life sports icons. The rooms come with either two double beds (sleeps 4) or one king sized bed. Connecting rooms and accommodations for guests with disabilities are also available. Rates run from $85-$192, depending on season. The rooms are 260 sq. ft.

3) All-Star Music – How about two feature pools, one shaped like a guitar and the other like a piano? Let the rhythm move you at this hotel that pays homage to some of the world’s most popular music, including country, jazz, rock ‘n’ roll, calypso and Broadway show tunes. Over-sized, music-inspired icons outside and subtle song-and dance surprises inside provide a harmonious setting for music lovers of all ages. Intermission Food Court features a variety of serving stations plus a deli-style market, burgers, sandwiches, pasta and other favorites. While there are standard rooms like at the other All-Star resorts, All-Star Music also has family suites. These spacious accommodations offer delightful music-themed décor for parties up to 6. Family suites include a bedroom with one queen-size bed; a living area with a double-size sleeper sofa; a sleeper chair; a sleeper ottoman; a kitchenette and 2 bathrooms. The family suites are 520 sq. ft. Family suites range from $212 – $392, depending on season. Standard room rates run from $85-$192, depending on season. The rooms are 260 sq. ft. All-Star Music opened in 1994.

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4) Pop Century – Experience the unforgettable fads of the 1950s through the 1990s all over again. From yo-yos and Play-Doh to Rubik’s Cube and rollerblades, this hotel salutes the timeless fashions, catch phrases, toys and dances that captivated the world through the decades. Pop Century features 3 different pools. The Hippy Dippy Pool, which features flower shaped waterjets. There’s also the 1950’s Bowling pool and the 1990’s Computer pool. Everything Pop is where you will find souvenirs and dining favorites like waffles, pasta, flatbread and salads in one of the 7 food stations. The rooms come with either two double beds (sleeps 4) or one king sized bed. Connecting rooms and accommodations for guests with disabilities are also available. Rates run from $95-$210, depending on season. The rooms are 260 sq. ft. Pop Century opened in 2003.

5) Art of Animation – Disney’s newest value resort, Art of Animation opened in 2012. Unlike the other value resorts, this one is primarily family suites. The Art of Animation Resort is located in the area that was originally planned to be the Legendary Years section of POP Century. Here, you are surrounded in the artistry, enchantment and magic of Walt Disney and Disney Pixar movies. You are invited to explore the storybook landscapes seen in such classics as Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid (standard rooms). The family suites are 585 sq. ft. and the standard rooms are 277 sq. ft. Each suite has a master bedroom, two bathrooms and in the main living space, a pull-out couch converts to a double size sleeper sofa, and the work/dining table includes an Inovabed that can sleep 1 or 2. The work table is 3’x4′ and the double-size Inova TableBed opens to 4.5′ by 6′. Art of Animation has the largest resort pool in Walt Disney World Resort. Inspired by the Disney Pixar movie Finding Nemo, the pool features state-of-the-art underwater speakers, a first for Disney Resort hotels. Landscape of Flavors food court serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, featuring 5 distinctive food shops serving fresh, made-to-order cuisine. Rates range from $109-$199 for standard rooms and $269-$457 for the family suites.

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About Jimmie Jones

Jimmie is a retired school teacher from Texas, who has been going to Disney World for 25 years. He has experience in taking large groups to Disney, in addition to taking his own children and grandchildren. Jimmie and his wife Rhonda make annual trips to Disney World, Disneyland, and sail on the Disney Cruise Line.

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