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Three heated outdoor pools, daily animation classes, arcade and playgrounds.

Playful Days, Magical Nights

Make every stay feel animated, from daily drawing classes and pool time to arcade challenges, lakeside walks and easy Disney transportation. On property, families can swim, stroll and play among larger-than-life film-inspired settings; beyond the resort, Walt Disney World parks, water parks, shopping districts, sports events and Central Florida day trips are all within reach.

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Included with your stay

Included with your stay: key on-site activities and services available at no extra charge.

Center island and lounge chairs at the resort's main pool at Disney's Art of Animation ResortIncluded

Flippin' Fins Swimming

Cool off at the Little Mermaid-themed Flippin' Fins Pool, with complimentary towels typically provided for guests.

Experiences

More to do

The following services and activities are offered for an additional fee or require advance booking.

Large themed resort pool lagoon with nighttime lighting at Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Big Blue Swimming

Swim in the Finding Nemo-themed Big Blue Pool, the resort’s main pool and the largest resort hotel swimming pool at Walt Disney World.

Outdoor poolside dining area with tables and umbrellas at Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Cozy Cone Swimming

Take a relaxed dip at the Cars-themed Cozy Cone Pool, one of the resort’s three heated outdoor pools.

Children playing in the resort splash area near colorful character sculptures at Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Spray Ground Play

Let little ones splash and cool down at the Schoolyard Spray Ground, an on-property water-play area near the resort fun.

Playground Climbing — Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Playground Climbing

Climb, slide and explore at the Righteous Reef Playground, an on-property play spot for children to burn off vacation energy.

Hourglass Lake Jogging — Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Hourglass Lake Jogging

Follow the roughly 1.4-mile jogging and walking trail around the resort area and Hourglass Lake for fresh air and easy exercise.

Lakeside Walking — Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Lakeside Walking

Take a leisurely walk by Hourglass Lake, with family-friendly paths and resort-area views close to the guest rooms.

Arcade Gaming — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Arcade Gaming

Play video games in the on-site arcade in Animation Hall using the cashless rechargeable swipe-card system.

Guests walking past themed gas pumps and a car sculpture at Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Theme Courtyard Photos

Pose for family photos among the resort’s larger-than-life Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid settings.

Bright resort gift shop interior with displays of apparel and souvenirs at Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Gift Shop Browsing

Browse the resort gift shop in Animation Hall for Disney souvenirs, travel essentials and vacation mementos.

Minnie Van Rides — Disney's Art of Animation Resort

Minnie Van Rides

Book point-to-point Minnie Van transportation around Walt Disney World through the Lyft app when the service is available.

Epcot World Showcase — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Epcot World Showcase

Explore EPCOT’s world-culture pavilions and rides about 2.5 miles away, reachable by Disney Skyliner with a transfer.

Hollywood Studios Touring — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Hollywood Studios Touring

Visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios, roughly 1.6 miles from the resort, for movie-themed attractions plus Star Wars and Toy Story lands.

Animal Kingdom Safari — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Animal Kingdom Safari

Head to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, about 4.2 miles away, for a savanna safari ride and animal trails.

Disney Springs Shopping — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Disney Springs Shopping

Browse shops, watch street performers and stroll the open-air waterfront district at Disney Springs, roughly 3 miles from the resort.

Typhoon Lagoon Slides — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Typhoon Lagoon Slides

Spend a water-park day at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, about 3 miles away, with a wave pool and shipwrecked-lagoon slides.

Blizzard Beach Slides — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Blizzard Beach Slides

Ride slides and float the lazy river at Disney’s Blizzard Beach, a ski-resort-themed water park about 3.2 miles away.

SeaWorld Orlando Shows — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

SeaWorld Orlando Shows

See marine animal shows and ride attractions at SeaWorld Orlando, roughly 8.8 miles from the resort.

ESPN Sports Events — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

ESPN Sports Events

Catch tournaments and athletic events at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, located about 1.5 miles from the resort.

Kennedy Space Tour — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Kennedy Space Tour

Plan a full day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, about 55 to 65 miles away and typically 1 to 1.5 hours by car.

Cocoa Beach Sunbathing — Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Cocoa Beach Sunbathing

Take an Atlantic beach day trip to Cocoa Beach, about 60 to 65 miles from Orlando and roughly a 60- to 75-minute drive.

Central themed pool and cabanas at Disney's Art of Animation ResortAdditional fee

Blue Spring Swimming

Make a day trip to Blue Spring for crystal-clear spring swimming and seasonal manatee viewing within driving distance of Orlando.

Frequently asked questions

Activities FAQs

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What activities are available for families at Disney's Art of Animation Resort?

Disney's Art of Animation Resort is a family-oriented value resort built around family suites that sleep up to six guests, offering on-site fun such as three themed swimming pools, a video-game arcade, free daily animation classes, and family play spaces like the Schoolyard Spray Ground and Righteous Reef Playground.

Does Disney's Art of Animation Resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, Disney's Art of Animation Resort features three outdoor swimming pools — the Big Blue Pool, the Cozy Cone Pool, and the Flippin' Fins Pool — all heated to 82°F year-round for comfortable swimming in any season.

Are there water slides at the pools at Disney's Art of Animation Resort?

The pools at Disney's Art of Animation Resort do not include water slides, but each pool area offers showers, storage lockers, restrooms, and laundry facilities, along with complimentary life vests in a variety of sizes and water wings for younger swimmers.

Is there an arcade at Disney's Art of Animation Resort?

Yes, Disney's Art of Animation Resort has a video-game arcade inside Animation Hall, the resort's main building, which runs on a cashless swipe-card system payable with cash or credit/debit at an on-site kiosk.

Does Disney's Art of Animation Resort offer babysitting or childcare for busy activity days?

Families staying at Disney's Art of Animation Resort can arrange in-room childcare through Kid's Nite Out for children ages six months to twelve years, with advance reservations required and a four-hour minimum booking.

Can guests go jogging or walking at Disney's Art of Animation Resort?

Yes, Disney's Art of Animation Resort sits beside Hourglass Lake, where a roughly 1.4-mile jogging and walking trail loops around the water, giving guests of all ages an easy outdoor activity option.

Does Disney's Art of Animation Resort offer free activities for guests?

Guests at Disney's Art of Animation Resort can join free daily animation classes held on-property, plus enjoy no-cost use of the three themed pools, the jogging trail around Hourglass Lake, and family play areas such as the Schoolyard Spray Ground.

What theme parks and attractions are near Disney's Art of Animation Resort?

Disney's Art of Animation Resort sits close to major theme park attractions, including Disney's Hollywood Studios about 1.6 miles away, Epcot roughly 2.5 miles away via Skyliner, Disney Springs about 3 miles away, and both Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water parks within about 3 miles.

Does Disney's Art of Animation Resort have a fitness center or spa for guests?

Disney's Art of Animation Resort does not include an on-site fitness center or spa, reflecting its status as a value resort; active guests can instead use the jogging path around Hourglass Lake or rent bikes to explore the resort grounds.

Is Disney's Art of Animation Resort a good choice for guests traveling without children?

Disney's Art of Animation Resort is designed as a family-oriented resort with no adults-only section, so its activities — from the themed pools to the arcade and animation classes — are built around family suites that sleep up to six guests rather than a strictly adults-only experience.

Resort pool reflecting cone cabanas and colorful hotel facade at Disney's Art of Animation Resort
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