Disney Resort Playgrounds
Exclusive playground experiences for Disney resort guests. Discover peaceful play areas perfect for resort relaxation days away from the theme park crowds.
Resort Guest Access: These playgrounds are exclusively available to registered Disney resort guests and their families.
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort
Movie-themed value resort featuring larger-than-life movie decorations and family-friendly amenities.
Fun Facts:
- •Features iconic movie scenes as giant decorations
- •Home to the Fantasia Pool with Mickey's Sorcerer Hat
- •Most popular of the All-Star resorts
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
3
Buildings
10
Movie Themes
5
Planning Tip
Great value resort for families. Pool area can get busy during peak times, so visit playground during off-peak hours.
Disney's All-Star Music Resort
Music-themed value resort with convenient playground access near the main pool area for budget-conscious families.
Fun Facts:
- •Features giant musical instruments as resort decorations
- •One of three All-Star resorts with shared bus transportation
- •Playground is themed with musical elements
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
2
Buildings
10
Planning Tip
Playground has limited shade, so visit during early morning or evening hours. Perfect budget-friendly option for families wanting resort amenities.
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort
Sports-themed value resort with athletic decorations and family-friendly pool areas.
Fun Facts:
- •Features giant sports equipment as decorations
- •Grand Slam Pool is shaped like a baseball diamond
- •Popular with youth sports teams visiting Disney
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
2
Buildings
10
Sports Themes
5
Planning Tip
Perfect for sports-loving families. Grand Slam Pool features baseball theming that kids love.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Jambo House
African-themed Disney Vacation Club resort with savanna views and cultural experiences.
Fun Facts:
- •Original Animal Kingdom Lodge location
- •Features authentic African art and artifacts
- •Wildlife savannas are home to over 200 animals
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
1
Savanna Views
2
Animal Species
30+
Planning Tip
Take advantage of savanna views and cultural activities. Evening is best for wildlife viewing. Hotel's curved horseshoe design inspired by traditional African kraal.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village
African-themed deluxe villa resort featuring savanna views and unique water playground experiences for resort guests.
Fun Facts:
- •Kidani means "necklace" in Swahili
- •Home to over 30 species of African wildlife on the savanna
- •Water playground includes interactive water cannons and tipping bucket
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
1
Savanna Views
1
Planning Tip
Water playground is perfect for resort days. Best enjoyed early morning or evening when temperatures are cooler.
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Animated movie-themed resort featuring the largest resort pool at Walt Disney World and family suites.
Fun Facts:
- •Features the largest resort pool at Walt Disney World
- •Themed to four animated Disney movies
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
3
Family Suites
1120
Movie Themes
4
Planning Tip
Big Blue Pool is the largest at Disney World. Family suites are perfect for larger groups with kids. Can be accessed by Disney Skyliner.
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
1940s Atlantic City boardwalk-themed deluxe resort with entertainment, dining, and walking distance to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.
Fun Facts:
- •You can walk to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios
- •Features a working 1940s-style boardwalk
- •Home to unique dining and entertainment venues
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
3
Restaurants
8
Walking Distance
2 Parks
Planning Tip
Perfect location for visiting Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Evening boardwalk entertainment is great for families. Can be accessed via Disney Skyliner. Walking distance to other Epcot resort play areas.
Disney's BoardWalk Villas
Disney Vacation Club villas with 1940s boardwalk theming and convenient park access.
Fun Facts:
- •Part of the Disney Vacation Club
- •Shares amenities with Disney's BoardWalk Inn
- •Villas range from studios to three-bedroom units
Quick Stats:
Villa Types
4
Shared Amenities
Full Access
Walking Distance
2 Parks
Planning Tip
DVC villas offer more space for families. Share amenities with BoardWalk Inn including pools and dining. Can be accessed via Disney Skyliner. Walking distance to other Epcot resort play areas.
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Tropical island paradise featuring a beautiful lakeside playground setting perfect for resort relaxation days.
Fun Facts:
- •Resort is themed after six different Caribbean islands
- •Features the Disney Skyliner transportation system
- •Playground is located on its own island in Barefoot Bay
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
7
Villages
6
Planning Tip
Caribbean Cay playground offers beautiful lake views. Great for photos and peaceful play time away from park crowds. Can be accessed via Disney Skyliner.
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Spanish colonial-themed moderate resort with convention facilities and diverse dining options.
Fun Facts:
- •Features 15-story Gran Destino Tower
- •One of Disney's convention resorts
- •Themed around Spanish colonial Mexico and the American Southwest
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
4
Restaurants
6
Convention Space
220,000 sq ft
Planning Tip
Large resort with multiple areas - allow extra time for transportation. Gran Destino Tower offers upgraded accommodations.
Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Wilderness-themed resort offering camping, cabins, and outdoor recreational activities.
Fun Facts:
- •Only Disney resort offering camping
- •Features horse-drawn carriage rides
- •Home to the famous Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue
Quick Stats:
Campsites
799
Cabins
409
Year Opened
1971
Planning Tip
Unique Disney resort experience with camping and cabins. Great for families who love outdoor activities.
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Key West-themed Disney Vacation Club resort featuring multiple playgrounds throughout the property and spacious villa accommodations.
Fun Facts:
- •First Disney Vacation Club resort ever built
- •Features four different playground areas throughout the property
- •Themed after the laid-back atmosphere of Key West, Florida
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
4
Pool Areas
4
Villa Types
5
Planning Tip
Large resort with multiple playground areas. Use resort transportation or rent bikes to explore different areas. Villas offer full kitchens perfect for families.
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Pop culture-themed value resort celebrating decades from the 1950s-1990s with a playground area behind building 10.
Fun Facts:
- •Celebrates pop culture from the 1950s through 1990s
- •Features the Disney Skyliner transportation system
- •Playground is themed to match the 1970s section theming
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
3
Decades Featured
5
Planning Tip
Great value resort with Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Playground is located in the quieter 70s section.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
New Orleans French Quarter-themed moderate resort with Southern charm and a playground area near Doubloon Lagoon Pool.
Fun Facts:
- •Themed after New Orleans' famous French Quarter
- •Smallest moderate resort at Walt Disney World
- •Features authentic New Orleans architecture and music
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
1
Buildings
7
Planning Tip
Smaller and more intimate than Riverside. Playground is conveniently located near the main pool area. Great theming throughout.
Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Southern-themed moderate resort divided into two main sections: Magnolia Bend and Alligator Bayou. Features Ol' Man Island playground.
Fun Facts:
- •Features bayou theming
- •Home to the famous Muddy Rivers Pool Bar
- •Playground is themed as an island adventure
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
6
Themed Areas
2
Planning Tip
Larger resort with multiple areas. Ol' Man Island playground is located behind Muddy Rivers Pool Bar. Room requests can help with location.
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Victorian-era resort themed after upstate New York's Saratoga Springs, featuring Congress Park playground with Disney Springs views.
Fun Facts:
- •Themed after the famous Saratoga Springs resort town
- •Congress Park playground offers views of Disney Springs
- •Features a full-service spa and fitness center
Quick Stats:
Playgrounds
1
Pool Areas
5
Disney Springs Access
Walking
Planning Tip
Large DVC resort with multiple areas. Congress Park area offers playground and walking access to Disney Springs. Spa services available.
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Escape to the rustic charm of this Deluxe resort, where the spirit of the great American Northwest meets magical Disney touches in a breathtaking lakeside retreat.
Fun Facts:
- •Modeled after Yellowstone's Old Faithful Inn
- •The fireplace in the grand lobby is 82-feet-tall
- •Featues a man-made geyser that sends water 120 feet into the air
Quick Stats:
Pools
2
Splash Pad
1
Geyser Eruption
Hourly
Planning Tip
Highly themed resort with boat access to Magic Kingdom, offering a scenic and relaxing way to the park.
Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Contemporary resort hotel with distinctive architecture, multiple dining options, and Epcot walking distance. Sister resort to the Walt Disney World Swan Hotel.
Fun Facts:
- •Designed by renowned architect Michael Graves
- •Features distinctive dolphin statues on the roof
- •Shares amenities with Walt Disney World Swan Hotel
Quick Stats:
Pool Areas
4
Restaurants
17
Walking Distance
2 Parks
Planning Tip
Not Disney-owned but offers Disney benefits. Great location between Epcot and Hollywood Studios with unique dining. Can be accessed via Disney Skyliner. Walking distance to other Epcot resort play areas.
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