Fantasmic, grand-slam fun for kids and parents.
The niftiest part of a Disney vacation is breaking the everyday rules (like bedtimes) and having an all out kid-fest the entire time. If your vacation slogan is “Mickey Mouse or Bust,” we’re guessing that you have a large pair of mouse ears tucked under your bed from sixth grade – and let’s face it, Disney-run resorts were made with you in mind!
Magic Your Way
Besides free shuttles to and from theme parks, Disney sweetens the pot with perks for resort guests only:
Magic hours – It’s impossible to see everything in every resort, but an extra hour in the morning or evening can go a long way. Crowd control – Even on the busiest days, resort guests are never turned away at the gate. Hey, big spender – Got an armload of paraphernalia you couldn’t pass up? Send your purchases to your room at no extra charge – this lets you concentrate on the stuff that really matters: the rides.Your daily bread – Affordable meals and snacks can be a challenge in any theme park, but the dining option for resort guests can be a great place to save money.
Disney’s All-Star Sports, All-Star Music and All-Star Movies Resorts
These three properties consist of 35 separate buildings that offer distinctly themed rooms in bright Disney style. While each resort has a unique flavor, they all feature typically over-the-top decor geared to grabbing attention – and imagination. What’s better, this festival for your eyes doesn’t come with wallet-cramping prices.
All-Star Sports – Gigantic tennis rackets, baseball bats and football helmets tower over three-story motel-style guest rooms.All-Star Music – 40-foot guitars, saxophones and trumpets soar beyond the motels they adorn. There’s even a picture of Mickey Mouse posing with Alice Cooper and a pool shaped like a guitar.All-Star Movies – Gargantuan popcorn boxes and Disney stars from decades past stand guard over a star-shaped pool.
The All-Star resorts are Disney’s answer to budget travel, so be prepared for exceptionally small rooms, lack of full-service restaurants and a choice between parking lot vistas or poolside parties. Disney offers packages to students and large groups, so these hotels are hopping, with lots of activity at best and overrun with teenagers at worst.
If you’re traveling with kids:
Shuttle service – All-Star Sports guests are picked up and dropped off first, which can save a huge amount of time (and a few temper tantrums).Room selection – If you have young children, choose a first-floor room that opens onto the pool or playground.Off-hours movies – The All-Star Movies Resort plays Disney movies in the lobby for early risers who can’t wait to start the day.Meals – Food options within the resorts are cafeteria style, but McDonald’s is only a quarter mile away.
If you’re traveling with adults:
Privacy – Consider an upper-story room to minimize traffic outside your room. Be aware that spotlights aimed at the theme decorations at night will leave you seeing spots if you step on the patio in the evening, which can result in temporary blindness.Noise trade-offs – If you plan to return for an afternoon nap, a room that overlooks the parking lot rather than the pool might be a quieter option. Be aware that you may be sacrificing a good night’s sleep though, as people come and go at all hours.Best bet – If noise of any kind will offend, ask for a top-level room overlooking the forest. You’ll be further away from food, parking and shuttle service, but you’ll likely enjoy uninterrupted sleep.
All Star Resorts Rate Info:
Cancellation policy: 5 days prior to check in
Deposit required: First night within 30 days of booking
Price range: $75 - $140 USD standard room
Published discounts: Government
The niftiest part of a Disney vacation is breaking the everyday rules (like bedtimes) and having an all out kid-fest the entire time. If your vacation slogan is “Mickey Mouse or Bust,” we’re guessing that you have a large pair of mouse ears tucked under your bed from sixth grade – and let’s face it, Disney-run resorts were made with you in mind!Magic Your Way
Besides free shuttles to and from theme parks, Disney sweetens the pot with perks for resort guests only:
Magic hours – It’s impossible to see everything in every resort, but an extra hour in the morning or evening can go a long way. Crowd control – Even on the busiest days, resort guests are never turned away at the gate. Hey, big spender – Got an armload of paraphernalia you couldn’t pass up? Send your purchases to your room at no extra charge – this lets you concentrate on the stuff that really matters: the rides.Your daily bread – Affordable meals and snacks can be a challenge in any theme park, but the dining option for resort guests can be a great place to save money.
Disney’s All-Star Sports, All-Star Music and All-Star Movies Resorts
These three properties consist of 35 separate buildings that offer distinctly themed rooms in bright Disney style. While each resort has a unique flavor, they all feature typically over-the-top decor geared to grabbing attention – and imagination. What’s better, this festival for your eyes doesn’t come with wallet-cramping prices.
All-Star Sports – Gigantic tennis rackets, baseball bats and football helmets tower over three-story motel-style guest rooms.All-Star Music – 40-foot guitars, saxophones and trumpets soar beyond the motels they adorn. There’s even a picture of Mickey Mouse posing with Alice Cooper and a pool shaped like a guitar.All-Star Movies – Gargantuan popcorn boxes and Disney stars from decades past stand guard over a star-shaped pool.
The All-Star resorts are Disney’s answer to budget travel, so be prepared for exceptionally small rooms, lack of full-service restaurants and a choice between parking lot vistas or poolside parties. Disney offers packages to students and large groups, so these hotels are hopping, with lots of activity at best and overrun with teenagers at worst.
If you’re traveling with kids:
Shuttle service – All-Star Sports guests are picked up and dropped off first, which can save a huge amount of time (and a few temper tantrums).Room selection – If you have young children, choose a first-floor room that opens onto the pool or playground.Off-hours movies – The All-Star Movies Resort plays Disney movies in the lobby for early risers who can’t wait to start the day.Meals – Food options within the resorts are cafeteria style, but McDonald’s is only a quarter mile away.
If you’re traveling with adults:
Privacy – Consider an upper-story room to minimize traffic outside your room. Be aware that spotlights aimed at the theme decorations at night will leave you seeing spots if you step on the patio in the evening, which can result in temporary blindness.Noise trade-offs – If you plan to return for an afternoon nap, a room that overlooks the parking lot rather than the pool might be a quieter option. Be aware that you may be sacrificing a good night’s sleep though, as people come and go at all hours.Best bet – If noise of any kind will offend, ask for a top-level room overlooking the forest. You’ll be further away from food, parking and shuttle service, but you’ll likely enjoy uninterrupted sleep.
All Star Resorts Rate Info:
Cancellation policy: 5 days prior to check in
Deposit required: First night within 30 days of booking
Price range: $75 - $140 USD standard room
Published discounts: Government
- All-Star Resorts Facts
Accessed from Orlando International Airport (MCO)and Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Check in 3:00 p.m., check out 11:00 a.m.
Number of floors: 3
Number of rooms: 5760
Year built: 1994
Year of last renovation: 2006 - All-Star Resorts Amenities
1 cafeteria style food court per resort
3 themed pools per resort, arcades and playgrounds
Currency exchange
Shuttle service to Disney theme parks
Wheelchair access
Air conditioning
Daily maid services
Iron
Telephone (voicemail)
Television
Basketball court
Beach
Boating / sailing / fishing
Golf course
Jogging track
Sand volleyball
Scuba diving
Shopping mall / area
Tennis
Water skiing
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