Age and kids policy: who the resort is designed for
Disney's Art of Animation Resort is a family-oriented, all-ages Value Resort built around themed Family Suites and kid-friendly public spaces. It is designed primarily for families with children (including infants) but welcomes guests of all ages — there is no adults-only section and childcare can be arranged through in-room babysitting services.
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Who the resort is designed for
Art of Animation is a value-level Disney Resort created mainly for families traveling with children. The resort’s public areas, pools, daily animation classes and themed rooms focus on family-friendly entertainment.
There is no adults-only section; the property’s design and daily programming assume children will be present. Adults traveling without kids are welcome, but should expect a lively, child-focused atmosphere.
- Target audience: families with children and multi-generation groups
- Also suitable for solo adults or couples who don’t mind a family-focused environment
- No adults-only pools or wings
| Feature | Designed For |
|---|---|
| Family Suites (Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King) | Families up to six |
| The Little Mermaid Standard Room | Couples, small families |
| Pools, arcade, animation classes | Children and families |
Kids, infants and childcare
The resort welcomes infants and children and provides kid-focused facilities such as the Schoolyard Spray Ground, Righteous Reef Playground and free daily animation classes. Pools allow infants in diapers if they wear swim diapers.
In-room babysitting/childcare is available through a third-party provider (Kid’s Nite Out). Advance reservations are required; the service covers children ages 6 months to 12 years and typically has a multi-hour minimum.
- In-room childcare (Kid's Nite Out): ages 6 months–12 years, advance reservations required
- Pools: swim diapers required for infants; free life vests and water wings available
- No on-site day camp or nursery beyond arranged in-room babysitting
| Childcare option | Notes |
|---|---|
| In-room babysitting (Kid’s Nite Out) | Advance reservation, 6 months–12 years |
| Free activities | Daily animation classes (no extra fee) |
| Play areas | Spray ground and playgrounds on property |
Rooms and suite types — who sleeps where
Family Suites are the core offering for families and sleep up to six adults; each suite includes a queen bed, a double-size table bed and a double-size sleeper sofa. The property also offers The Little Mermaid Standard Room (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds) and Standard View Room (2 Queen Beds) for smaller groups or couples.
Room choices are geared toward family layouts: choose a Family Suite for extra space and a kitchenette/dining area, or a The Little Mermaid Standard Room or Standard View Room for a typical hotel room setup.
- Family Suite: 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds — fits larger families
- Cars Family Suite, Finding Nemo Family Suite, Lion Family Suite, The Lion Family Suite: themed suite options
- The Little Mermaid Standard Room: options with 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds
- Standard View Room: 2 Queen Beds
| Room name | Typical party |
|---|---|
| Family Suite | Families up to six |
| Cars Family Suite / Finding Nemo Family Suite / Lion Family Suite / The Lion Family Suite | Families who want themed decor and extra space |
| The Little Mermaid Standard Room | Couples or small families |
Pools, play areas and kid-friendly facilities
The resort has three heated outdoor pools — the Big Blue Pool (Finding Nemo), the Cozy Cone Pool (Cars) and the Flippin' Fins Pool (The Little Mermaid) — plus splash and playground areas. Pools are heated year-round and provide complimentary towels and free life vests in multiple sizes.
There are no water slides at the pools. Nearby amenities include showers, restrooms, storage lockers and laundry facilities. The onsite arcade and Animation Hall programming add indoor options for kids when you need a break from the sun.
- Three heated pools: Big Blue Pool, Cozy Cone Pool, Flippin' Fins Pool
- Free life vests and water wings allowed; infants must wear swim diapers
- Schoolyard Spray Ground and Righteous Reef Playground for younger kids
- Arcade located inside Animation Hall (cashless swipe-card system)
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Big Blue Pool | Main, largest resort pool (Finding Nemo area) |
| Cozy Cone & Flippin' Fins Pools | Smaller themed pools for Cars and The Little Mermaid areas |
| Playgrounds & spray ground | Shallow, child-focused play spaces |
Dining and meal policy for families
Art of Animation is not an all-inclusive resort. On-site dining is limited to Landscape of Flavors (the quick-service food court in Animation Hall) and the Drop Off Pool Bar; meals and drinks are not included with room rates unless you use Disney Dining Plan credits where accepted.
Landscape of Flavors serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on a walk-up quick-service basis with mobile ordering available. Self-serve breakfast is offered for a surcharge; there is no full-service table restaurant on property.
- Landscape of Flavors: quick-service food court, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Drop Off Pool Bar: poolside snacks and beverages (no reservations)
- No all-inclusive meal plan — expect to pay for most food/drinks unless using a Disney Dining Plan credit
| Dining option | Typical hours / note |
|---|---|
| Landscape of Flavors | Breakfast–dinner (walk-up); mobile ordering available |
| Drop Off Pool Bar | Poolside drinks and snacks; limited entrées midday |
| Room dining | No room-service table-service restaurant on property |
Practical notes for adults traveling without children
Adults or couples can stay here, but expect a family-oriented atmosphere with themed decor, animated activities and children around the pools and dining areas. If you prefer quieter resorts or adults-focused amenities (spas, fitness centers), those are not available here — Art of Animation has no on-site spa and no fitness center.
The resort does provide conveniences useful for all guests: complimentary Wi‑Fi, Disney bus service and a Skyliner station shared with Pop Century Resort for access to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Check-in requires a minimum age of 18 and a photo ID with a credit card.
- No on-site spa or fitness center: jogging trail around Hourglass Lake is available instead
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi and Disney transportation (buses and Skyliner)
- Minimum check-in age: 18 (photo ID and credit card required)
| Concern | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Noise / atmosphere | Lively, family-focused during daytime and early evening |
| Adults-only amenities | None on-site (no spa, no fitness center) |
| Transportation | Complimentary Disney buses; shared Skyliner station |
