If you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World and want to take advantage of the benefits of staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel, you probably know that the list of accommodations to choose from is extensive. Show
However, if you have a large family or travel group (5+ people), trying to decide the best option for your home away from home is challenging as most resort rooms have room for up to 4 people plus a child in a crib. Not sure which Disney resort works best for your family or group? Here’s a breakdown of all of the Disney World resort options along with some planning tips. Contents
Requesting Connecting or Adjoining RoomsLarge families or travel groups can request connecting or adjoining rooms however Disney will not guarantee these requests. We’ve traveled with extended family in previous years and were lucky enough to get connecting standard rooms at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. You can read our full Pop Century review here. This was probably because we traveled during low season and the hotel was not at full capacity. Had we absolutely required connecting rooms (this wasn’t imperative and we were OK with the idea of being separated) we would not have taken the chance and booked a room at a resort that could accommodate us all. Children in CribsAll Walt Disney World Resort hotel rooms have space for a crib for children under the age of 3. This additional guest to the room is not included in the maximum guest capacity. For example, the standard Value Resort room that has a maximum guest capacity of 4 people actually has room for 5 guests if the 5th guest is a child in a crib. Play Yards (Pack ‘N Play cribs) are available on a first come first serve basis at all resorts. Alternatively, you can rent them from baby equipment rental companies in the Orlando area. Below is a list of Disney World Resorts for Large Families (5+ People). Maximum capacity does not include children in cribs as stated above. Disney Value Resorts for Large Groups & FamiliesDisney’s Value Resorts are the most budget friendly and no-frills options for guests wanting to stay on Disney property. Read more about the pros and cons of staying on at a Value Resort. Here are two resorts in the Value category that can accommodate more than 4 guests: Disney’s All Star Music Family Suites – Up to 6 people
Disney’s Art of Animation Family Suites – Up to 6 People
RELATED READING: How to Choose a Disney World Resort – Pop Century vs Art of Animation Family suites at these two value resorts are more expensive than booking two standard value rooms and requesting connecting/adjoining rooms however you are guaranteed to be together in one room. Disney Moderate Resorts for Large Groups & FamiliesDisney’s Moderate Resorts are the mid-tier option for guests interested in staying on Disney property. They have a few more amenities than Value Resorts and you can read more about the benefits of staying at a Moderate Resort here. Disney’s Coronado Springs Suites – Up to 6 People Suites have 4 to 6 person occupancy depending on the type of suite reserved Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside – Up to 5 People
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort – Up to 6 People
If you don’t mind giving up some resort amenities (like being close to complimentary Disney transportation or the food court) and are looking for extra space and privacy, the cabins might be an ideal option for your family. Disney Deluxe Resorts for Large Groups & FamiliesDeluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts are the crème de la crème when it comes to Disney resorts. They have rooms that can accommodate small and large families as well as some added amenities that Value and Moderate resorts do not have. As such, there are many options for larger families in this hotel/resort category. Check out what you can expect when staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Up to 8 People
Disney’s Beach Club Resort – Up to 6 People
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn – Up to 8 People
Disney’s Contemporary Resort – Up to 8 People
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort – Up to 8 People
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort – Up to 9 People
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort – Up to 6 People
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort – Up to 6 People
Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts for Large Groups & FamiliesIf you require even more room, Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts are worth taking a look at. The only drawback though to booking a villa is that they are very pricey as the rooms that can accommodate 5 or more guests come with fully equipped kitchens, separate bedrooms, multiple bathrooms and sometimes laundry rooms. Villas are attached to Deluxe resorts so guests staying in a villa can take advantage of the amenities at those resorts. These villas are part of the Disney Vacation Club properties (time share) and some rooms may be difficult to book without ample notice since owners have priority. Guests can either rent from vacation club owners or book directly through Disney. Special offers are released to the public from time to time which might make it a bit more budget friendly. Below are the room configurations at Deluxe Villa Resorts that have space for 5 or more people. Animal Kindgom Villas (Jambo House) / Animal Kingdom Villas (Kidani Village) – Up to 12 People
Bay Lake Tower at Contemporary Resort – Up to 12 People
Beach Club Villas – Up to 8 People
BoardWalk Villas – Up to 12 People
Grand Floridian Villas – Up to 12 People
Old Key West Villas – Up to 12 People
Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Villas – Up to 12 People
Wilderness Lodge Villas – Up to 8 People
Choosing a resort for a large family or group can be challenging but there are options available for every budget if staying at a Walt Disney World Resort is on your must do list! Which Disney resort is known for family suites?The Walt Disney World Resort in Florida offers family suites at two of their value resorts, Disney's All Star Music Resort and Disney's Art of Animation Resort. These suites can accommodate up to 6 people each (plus one infant in a pack and play) and can be wonderful for larger families on a budget.
Which Disney value resort has suites?Disney Value Resorts with Suites
The two Disney hotels with suites in the Value category are: Disney's All-Star Music Resort (Up to 6 Guests) Disney's Art of Animation Resort (Up to 6 Guests)
What is the newest Disney Value resort?As the newest of the Disney value resorts, standard rooms at Art of Animation also have the benefit of being slightly larger at 277 square feet. Accordingly, if you're traveling with a family of four, take advantage of that extra square footage and make that your top pick.
Which family suite at Art of Animation is closest to the Skyliner?Thanks for asking your question to planDisney! The buildings themed to Finding Nemo at Disney's Art of Animation Resort are the closest to the Disney Skyliner. The buildings in that section are equally distant from the Skyliner station, so there is no reason to differ between the two.
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