Walt Disney World has a huge range of resorts with rates from about $100 up to near $1,000. But they all have the advantage of being inside the “World” and all have been touched by that famous Disney magic. At the economical end of the spectrum are two that are about to gain some additional popularity. Disney’s Art of Animation and Pop Century Resort.
Art of Animation is one of the newer additions to the Disney World moderate cost level resorts. Built in 2012 it includes family suites that represent an excellent value if you’re traveling with a whole family. The resort celebrates the artistry of favorite Disney and Disney•Pixar films from the rooms to the grounds and public buildings. It features three pools and a walking and riding trail around the lake along with a huge food court, bars and a game room.
Art of Animation also has standard hotel rooms along with family suites. The family suites at Art of Animation are a good choice for larger families and include 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double-Size Table Bed and 1 Double-Size Sleeper Sofa. Prices range from $160 for a standard room to $350+ for a family suite.
Next door to Art of Animation is Pop Century Resort based on the fads of the 1950s through the 1980s. Yo-yos and Play-Doh, Rubik’s Cube and rollerblades, this resort is dedicated to the fashions, phrases, toys and dances that defined America in those times. It is one of Disney’s more economical properties with room rates running from $110 through $140.
The Art of Animation and Pop Century Resorts are a good distance from all four Disney World theme and water parks and Disney Springs, they just don’t have a park within walking distance. Buses have been the main method of transportation available to get to the parks from these resorts. But that recently changed. Walt Disney World began operating a new sky-car system that connects three moderately priced resorts to Epcot and Disney Studios.
The cablecars themselves each can carry ten passengers and will be running only a couple of minutes apart. The three resorts on the system include Art of Animation, Pop Century and Caribbean Beach. Not only will it relieve congestion on the roads and reduce the number of buses (and fuel) it will also provide a fun experience for guests that should additionally increase the appeal of these moderately priced resorts.
