Disney's Caribbean Beach ResortvsDisney's Art of Animation Resort
Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is preferred by most professionals compared to Disney's Art of Animation Resort. Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort scores 79 with endorsements from 7 reviews such as Rough Guide, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
900 Cayman Way, Off Buena Vista Drive, Orlando, FL 32830-1000
From $157/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"Six distinctive “villages”, with six different Caribbean islands as their theme, comprise this inviting resort."
Rough Guide
"Rooms are located in one of six “island villages”, each with its own pool and beach surrounded by nicely landscaped grounds."
Fodor's
"A series of palm-studded "villages," awash in dizzying pastels and labeled with names straight from Pirates of the Caribbean, each with its own pool, form this Disney value resort." Full review
Gayot
"Spacious, colorful resort filled with Disney magic and nature's beauty."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is a massive complex with 2,112 rooms and six separate man-made islands surrounding a picturesque lake." Full review
Frommer's
"Like Coronado Springs, this resort is sprawling with a central pond—1.4 miles around!—except there's an island theme." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A Disney taste of the islands means painted beds, pastel rooms, a food court that looks like a street festival during Carnival and a pool with a vague resemblance to ancient temple ruins." Full review
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
1850 Century Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Kissimmee, FL 32830
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Rough Guide
"An instant hit with the kids, with over a thousand suites designed after Finding Nemo, Cars and The Lion King... and almost 900 inspired by The Little Mermaid."
Fodor's
"This brightly colored three-story value resort is a kid's version of paradise." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Guests staying anywhere on Disney property can also take advantage of the free Magical Express transportation to and from Orlando International Airport." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Situated in the Disney Resort complex and features fun, colorful decor inspired by four beloved Disney and Pixar movies -- Cars, The Lion King, Finding Nemo, and the Little Mermaid." Full review
Frommer's
"Family Suites have two bathrooms, convertible couches, and demi-kitchens (no stove)...this is Disney’s only pet-friendly Value resort. It also connects to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot." Full review
Lonely Planet
"It's the best bet for budget-conscious Disney travel and is (not surprisingly), filled with lots of little 'uns…and all the trimmings to keep them entertained." Full review