We all know and love those Disney classics - The Lion King, Finding Nemo, Cars, The Little Mermaid - and Disney's Art of Animation is where you'll find inspiration from each of them. From themed swimming pools to family suites with themed decor, here you can become part of dome of your animated favourites. And it's the perfect balance if you're wanting a fun resort that's a little quieter - as it's pretty spacious, allowing for a few calmer areas. Be sure to check out The Big Blue Pool (the largest one in Walt Disney World Resort), complete with water jets and a play area for little ones. And one of our favourite perks of staying here is the Disney Skyliner Transporatation so you can enjoy a birds-eye view as you're whisked right to EPCOT or Hollywood Studios.
Amenities
Wheelchair access
Families
Bar
Free Parking
Free transport to theme parks
Games Room
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Where is it
In Disney's Hollywood Studios Resort area. Transfer time from airport: approx 30 minutes.
Hotel information
1,984 rooms and suites. All have air-conditioning, cable TV with Disney Channel, safe, mini-fridge, hairdryer, iron and board.
Standard Rooms are located in The Little Mermaid section of the resort and feature either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 people, plus one child under 3 in a cot.
Please note: All rooms will have views of either the parking areas, courtyard or pool.
Finding Nemo Family Suites, Cars Family Suites and The Lion King Family Suites all feature a microwave, kitchenette, coffee maker, 2 bathrooms, 1 queen-size bed, 1 double-size sleeper sofa, and 1 double-size table bed. These suites sleep maximum 6 people, plus 1 child under 3 in a cot.
Use of the Walt Disney World Resort Transportation System is included in your stay: This hotel has Disney Skyliner Transportation to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios, and bus transportation throughout the resort.
Complimentary hotel parking.
Landscape of Flavors (food court with 4 Disney-themed dining areas, and 5 quick-service counters, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). The Drop Off Pool Bar.
The Big Blue Pool (Finding Nemo inspired, zero-entry pool, featuring Schoolyard Sprayground with pop-up jets). Cozy Cone Pool (Cars inspired, with life-sized models of Cars characters, and cone-shaped cabanas). Flippin' Fins Pool (The Little Mermaid inspired). Poolside activities. Campfire activities. Pixel Play Games arcade*. Playground. Jogging trail. Movies under the stars.
Disney-themed shop. Complimentary WiFi. Minnie Van service*. Laundry and dry-cleaning services*.
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.
Maximum stay 21 nights.
* Denotes local charge.
Please note: Between 24 January 2027 to 30 January 2027, Disney Skyliner will be closed for refurbishment. Complimentary bus service will be available.
Based on 8885 reviews
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No Disney songs ,lost atmosphere
May 1, 2026Yvonne S
The actual mermaid building was needing TLC. No Disney music was playing around the pools or resort. Instead of background Disney songs, we had The Beatles and other dreadful children's songs playing loudly.
This was not the usual relaxing time we have during our stay at AOA.We definitely would not return it doesn't have the same atmosphere.
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The actual mermaid building was needing TLC. No Disney music was playing around the pools or resort. Instead of background Disney songs, we had The Beatles and other dreadful children's songs playing loudly.
This was not the usual relaxing time we have during our stay at AOA.We definitely would not return it doesn't have the same atmosphere.
It still has great themes for first timers.
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Great for Kids and Families
Apr 25, 2026backpacker31Boynton Beach, Florida
Stayed here with my 79 year-old mom while visiting family. Our standard room had two queen beds which were very comfortable. Bathroom was on the small side and the curtain divider was annoying. This is an old motel that has been renovated and updated. I understand there are newer buildings on the property (we did not have one of those). Staff were…
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Stayed here with my 79 year-old mom while visiting family. Our standard room had two queen beds which were very comfortable. Bathroom was on the small side and the curtain divider was annoying. This is an old motel that has been renovated and updated. I understand there are newer buildings on the property (we did not have one of those). Staff were very helpful and friendly. Upon entering our room we were dismayed to find one bed when we had specified two beds. One phone call and under 10 minutes later we were in a room with two beds. Customer service gets a 10/10.
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Staff was great. Rooms small but fine.
Feb 27, 2026angiewH7390ZGLargo, Florida
Staff was great. Friendly.
The rooms were cute. We stayed in building seven in Little Mermaid room. The property was always clean.
The restaurant was fast service but prices were good.
Pool was heated. Lots of people in there. Not warm enough for me though.
Took a long time to get checked in.
Would we return? Definitely.
Long weekend for family of five
Feb 23, 2026Roberta LGreenville, Pennsylvania
My family of 5 spent a long weekend at this hotel. We loved our time and felt it was a value for our family. We loved the ease of transportation. The resort is large but easy to navigate. Our room was in the Nemo section. Check in was amazing. Our experience with staff was welcoming.
Family Friendly!
Feb 15, 2026ToneSavvyMassachusetts
We had a four night stay with our kids and grandchild. We stayed in the Lion King section of the resort and the suite was the perfect size for our party of five.
I was impressed with the number of activities, pool, grounds and dining hall, all really geared to the kids, which was great for us to experience with/through the eyes of our…
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We had a four night stay with our kids and grandchild. We stayed in the Lion King section of the resort and the suite was the perfect size for our party of five.
I was impressed with the number of activities, pool, grounds and dining hall, all really geared to the kids, which was great for us to experience with/through the eyes of our grandchild. In fact, on our “down day” there was plenty to do and explore right on the resort property.
I would highly recommend this value resort. The transportation options and proximity to the parks was top notch.
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No Disney songs ,lost atmosphere
