Honeymoon stays at Art of Animation: is it a fit?
Short answer: Art of Animation is primarily a family-focused, value-level Disney resort, so for honeymooners who want playful, budget-friendly Disney proximity it's workable — especially if you pick a King-bed room or a Family Suite for extra space. If you prefer quiet, adults-only amenities, on-site dining variety, or a romantic spa, this resort is less suited.
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Who this resort is made for
Disney's Art of Animation Resort is a value-level, family-oriented hotel built around oversized themed areas and Family Suites inspired by Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid.
The property is designed for families and groups; there is no adults-only section and many activities (pools, arcade, daily animation classes) are child-focused.
- Family suites sleep up to six adults (plus one child under three in a crib).
- Standard and The Little Mermaid rooms offer typical value-resort layouts.
- No on-site spa or fitness center — jogging trail around Hourglass Lake is available instead.
| Room type | Beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Family Suite | 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds |
| The Little Mermaid Standard Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
| Standard View Room | 2 Queen Beds |
Rooms and privacy for honeymooners
If you want a traditional couples-focused room, request The Little Mermaid Standard Room with 1 King Bed (when available) or a Standard View Room with two queens if you prefer separate beds. King rooms provide the most typical 'couples' layout.
Family Suites (Cars Family Suite, Finding Nemo Family Suite, Lion Family Suite, The Lion Family Suite) are spacious with separate living areas and kitchens — good if you want room to spread out, but they are themed and can feel family-oriented rather than romantic.
- Ask for a quieter building/section at check-in if you want less pool/child traffic near your room.
- Family Suites include a living area and kitchenette; photos show living room and bedroom separations useful for privacy. (photo 20)
- Room cleanliness, towels, and standard in-room Wi‑Fi are provided, but there is no in-room spa service listed on property.
| Why choose it | When to avoid |
|---|---|
| Close to Skyliner and Disney buses; affordable and playful vibe | If you want adults-only quiet, upscale dining, or on-site spa services |
| Family Suite gives space for late-night park planning or relaxing apart | Theming and child-focused areas can reduce romantic ambiance |
| King rooms give classic couples layout without excess space | Value-level construction and corridors are busier than deluxe resorts |
Pools, activities and how they affect a honeymoon
Art of Animation has three outdoor pools (Big Blue Pool, Cozy Cone Pool, Flippin' Fins Pool) open to all guests and heated to about 82°F/28°C year-round. The Big Blue Pool is the resort's main pool in the Finding Nemo section.
Pool areas and on-site activities are family-focused (splash grounds, playgrounds, arcade, animation classes), so expect noise and kids during daytime hours.
- Big Blue Pool: main, largest at Walt Disney World among resort pools; Drop Off Pool Bar is nearby (photo 35 shows pool at night).
- Pools provide complimentary towels typically, life vests, and allow swim diapers for little ones.
- No water slides and no adults-only quiet pool area are listed.
| Pool | Notes |
|---|---|
| Big Blue Pool | Main pool; Drop Off Pool Bar nearby; heated |
| Cozy Cone Pool | Smaller, themed — family use |
| Flippin' Fins Pool | Themed pool in the resort; family use |
Dining and evening options for couples
On-site dining is limited to Landscape of Flavors (quick-service food court, open 7:00 AM–11:00 PM) and the Drop Off Pool Bar (poolside bar and snacks). There is no table-service restaurant or signature dining on property.
Landscape of Flavors has multiple themed dining rooms and participates in mobile ordering; the Drop Off Pool Bar serves alcoholic drinks and light entrées during the day.
- Landscape of Flavors: grab-and-go, pizza, burgers, salads, some international items; walk-up service with mobile ordering available.
- Drop Off Pool Bar: serves frozen cocktails, beer, wine, sangria and select entrées during daytime hours.
- No on-site romantic, candlelit restaurant is listed — for table-service dining you'll need to visit other Disney locations.
| Venue | Type & hours |
|---|---|
| Landscape of Flavors | Quick-service food court — 7:00 AM–11:00 PM |
| Drop Off Pool Bar | Poolside bar — 11:00 AM–10:30 PM (snacks/entrées daytime) |
Transport, location and getting to the parks
Art of Animation is at 1850 Animation Way, Lake Buena Vista, FL inside Walt Disney World. Complimentary Disney buses serve the parks and the resort shares a Disney Skyliner station (with Pop Century) for access toward EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Skyliner service can require a transfer at Caribbean Beach Resort for some routes and travel times can vary; bus service goes directly to other parks. The resort does not have monorail or boat transport.
- Complimentary Disney bus transportation and the shared Skyliner are available — useful for park access without driving.
- Parking is complimentary for registered Disney Resort hotel guests.
- Nearest parks noted on property materials: Disney's Hollywood Studios (~1.6 miles) and EPCOT (via Skyliner, ~2.5 miles).
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Disney Bus | Direct service to parks; stop outside Animation Hall |
| Disney Skyliner | Shared station with Pop Century; may require transfer at Caribbean Beach |
| Minnie Van (rideshare) | Available for a fee via Lyft app when offered |
Practical tips and reservations
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; the minimum age to check in is 18 and a photo ID plus credit card are required. Cash is not accepted at the property for some payments; the resort accepts major cards.
If you want quieter evenings, request a room away from the main pool or Animation Hall at check-in or choose a late-night park return to avoid pool times.
- If you want less 'kid noise', request a building on the far side from the pools when you check in.
- Mobile ordering for Landscape of Flavors can speed up evening meals after long park days.
- Art of Animation does not have an on-site spa; plan spa treatments at other Disney hotels if needed.
| Check-in / Check-out | Policy |
|---|---|
| Check-in | Begins at 3:00 PM (ID and credit card required) |
| Check-out | 11:00 AM |
| Minimum age to check in | 18 |
