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Walt Disney World Resorts - What to know when traveling with kids
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items Planning a Walt Disney World trip with kids looks very different than planning without them.
This list breaks down what parents should know about staying at each Walt Disney World resort with kids, including things that can make your trip feel easie...
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Value Resorts
Moderate Resorts
Deluxe and DCV Resorts
Value Resorts
Why families love it:
This is one of the most popular Disney Resorts with kids. The theming is big and colorful with Cars, Finding Nemo, The Lion King, and The Little Mermaid everywhere you look.
Rooms & space:
The Family Suites are the big draw...
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Why families love it:
This is one of the most affordable ways to stay on Disney property, and the movie theming is fun for kids. The oversized characters and bright colors make it feel exciting, especially for first-time Disney trips.
Rooms & sp...
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Why families love it:
All-Star Music is a budget-friendly Disney resort with playful theming throughout the resort.
Rooms & space:
Standard rooms are available and work for smaller families and shorter stays.
But, larger families can book a Fam...
Disney's All-Star Music Resort
Why families love it:
This resort leans hard into sports theming, which kids who love baseball, basketball, football, and soccer really like. The oversized icons and bright colors make it feel fun and very Disney, especially for a first Disney trip.
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Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Why families love it:
Pop Century is one of those resorts families come back to again and again. It’s fun and the theming is playful. It’s also on a Skyliner resort.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are standard hotel rooms. They’re the same size as other V...
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Moderate Resorts
Why families love it:
Caribbean Beach feels like a nice middle ground for families who want more space and convenience without jumping all the way to Deluxe pricing. The island-style layout gives it a laid-back feel, which can be a nice contrast to b...
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Why families love it:
Coronado Springs works well for families who want a nicer, more polished resort feel without going Deluxe. It’s quieter and feels less theme-heavy, which some families prefer.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are standard hotel rooms, ...
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Why families love it:
Riverside feels quieter and more relaxed than many Disney resorts. The theming is subtle, so it doesn’t feel overstimulating after long park days.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are standard hotel rooms, but they feel a little more s...
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside
Why families love it:
French Quarter is one of the smallest Disney resorts, so it’s easily walkable. That alone makes it a favorite for families. Everything feels close and manageable, which can be a big relief when you’re traveling with kids and don...
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter
Deluxe and DCV Resorts
Why families love it:
The Polynesian feels like a vacation in a vacation. The tropical theming is fun and newer rooms even feature Moana.
Rooms & space:
Many room categories sleep 5, with 2 queen beds and a daybed, which is great for families wh...
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Why families love it:
The Grand Floridian feels very posh, but it still works surprisingly well for families with kids. It’s a good option for parents who want a slower, more relaxed resort without giving up Disney convenience.
Rooms & space:
Ro...
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Why families love it:
The Contemporary is all about convenience. Being able to walk to Magic Kingdom is a huge win for families, especially with kids who need a quick trip back to nap. It’s one of the easiest resorts for getting in and out of the par...
Disney's Contemporary Resort
Why families love it:
The Cabins at Fort Wilderness feel very different from a traditional Disney hotel. Families like having their own space, a quieter setting, and room to spread out, especially on longer trips or rest days.
Rooms & space:
The...
The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort - A Disney Vacation Club Resort
Why families love it:
BoardWalk is all about location. Being able to walk to both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios takes a lot of pressure off park days. The area around the resort also feels lively in the evenings, which gives families something to do.
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Disney's BoardWalk Inn
Why families love it:
Wilderness Lodge feels cozy and calm, but still very Disney. The lodge-style theming is immersive and many families like that it feels tucked away and away from the busy parks.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are comfortable and well-...
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Why families love it:
Yacht Club is relaxed, comfortable, and has one of the best pool areas on Disney property. The overall feel is calm, but you’re still right in the middle of everything around Crescent Lake.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are spacious...
Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Why families love it:
Beach Club is one of the easiest Deluxe resorts to do with kids. It has a relaxed, beachy feel, but you’re incredibly close to the parks.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are spacious and bright and some room categories sleep 5.
Trans...
Disney's Beach Club Resort
Why families love it:
Old Key West feels relaxed and residential, which works really well for families who don’t want a busy, high-energy resort.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are larger than most Disney resorts. Ever the studios feel spacious. One-bedro...
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Why families love it:
Saratoga Springs doesn’t feel busy or crowded. Many families like that it feels more like a vacation community than a traditional hotel.
Rooms & space:
Studios are larger than most standard hotel rooms, and one-bedroom and ...
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Why families love it:
Animal Kingdom Lodge feels like nowhere else on Disney property. The biggest draw for families is the savanna, where kids can see giraffes, zebras, and other animals right outside the resort.
Rooms & space:
Rooms are comfor...
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Why families love it:
Riviera is a smaller Deluxe resort, which makes everything feel more manageable with kids. Families who stay here also like the convenient location.
Rooms & space:
Studios work well for shorter stays, while one-bedroom and ...
Disney's Riviera Resort