Top 5 Reason to Stay in a Disney World Value Resort
Disney World Value Resorts: My family and I have stayed at every level of Disney resort: Deluxe, Moderate, and Value. Although each level is great, we keep going back to the Values. And there are a few reasons for that! But before we dive on into those reasons, below I will list the review articles that I have (so far) written about the Value Resort-
Okay, let’s dive into this post and see what makes these resorts so great!
1. The Disney Feel
Out of every resort we have stayed at, the Value Resorts stand out with that Disney feel. Don’t get me wrong, all other resorts have that special Disney touch! But once you see the Value Resorts, you will know what I mean! They have larger than life characters, fun colors, and a lively attitude. When walking into a Value Resort, you will know that you are in Disney World.
2. Does Not Feel Like a Budget Hotel
Lots of the time I will hear people say that they do not want to stay at the Value Resorts because they do not want to stay at a budget hotel. But Disney Values Resorts feel far from that! Especially with the new and updated rooms that they are currently rolling out. The updated rooms have a clean, streamline feel to them. They are comfortable and fairly roomy. The Value Resort rooms are smaller than the average Moderate or Deluxe rooms, but they do a good job using their space nicely.
3. Family Friendly
Although anyone can stay at a Value Resort, these resorts are ideal for families with kids! (My husband and I have stayed at the All-Star Music once on a kid-free trip). Kids will love the constant activities that are going on around to what seems like 24/7! They are very lively resorts filled with fun! Your kids will for sure love to stay there. They might never want to leave! My son personally LOVES all of the pools at the Value Resorts. They are great!
4.The Food
I know what you are thinking…. this one shocked me a little bit at first too! But the food at the Value Resorts is actually really good! And they have a pretty decent variety! My son has food allergies and the world’s pickiest eater- and even he was able to have amazing meals at any of the value resorts! For me, I prefer something more than just pizza and a hot dog. I am not picky, but I am not a fast-food type gal. Every Value Resort we have stayed at, I was pleasantly surprised by the type of food and the quality of the food. Yummy!
5. The Price of the Disney World Value Resorts
To be 100% honest with you: the main reason we stay at the Value Resorts so often is the price. We LOVE Disney World and want to go as much as possible. And in order to do that, we need to budget our money wisely to make our dreams a reality. And the Value Resorts really are a great value. If you go at off times, chances are you will be surprised with how low the price per night can be, especially with all the perks of staying on Disney property.
Have you ever stayed at one of the Disney World Value Resorts? If not, would you stay there? Let me know your thoughts in the comment section down below! You can always tag me in a photo of your Disney vacation at @DisneyDreamCo on Instagram. I would love to see how you vacation!
Nicole Ellington
I'm a lover of all things Disney! I have an adorable son named Andy (after Toy Story), and an amazing hubby named Aaron. For my family and I, Disney isn’t just a hobby or someplace we casually go when on vacation, it's a way of life. We try to go back 'Home' twice a year. My hope for this blog is to help families navigate their crazy, magical times through Disney and reach their Disney Dream!
51 Comments
Colleen
We’ve stayed at the big resorts and the more affordable value ones, and one thing you can count on is that they don’t feel like what you normally associate with the word “value”. These resorts aren’t quite as fancy as the more upscale ones, but they are still SUPER, SUPER nice and have all the Disney feels.
Nicole Ellington
exactly! That’s why I love them so much!
Urika
Wahhh! I’m a sucker for disney world! Thanks for sharing this, you gave me a lot of ideas! 🙂
Nicole Ellington
You’re welcome!
Desiree
This is great news and a very thorough review. I have friends who are big fans of Disney but the costs have been prohibitive. This may give them a different perspective! Many thanks again.
Nicole Ellington
No problem! Glad to have helped!
Carolyn
Yes, I love Disney! I’d love to take my kid when he gets older but the price is always a deterrent. It’s good to know that there are nice yet affordable places to stay!
Nicole Ellington
When you go, for sure look into the Value Resorts! They are amazing and at a great price!
Sandra Joseph
Thanks for enlightening me. I had no idea that Disney hotels were broken down into tiers.
Nicole Ellington
You are welcome! Glad to have helped!
julie
I have never been to a Disney resort. This sounds like a great place to go if you have a family and enjoy a busy, active place!
Nicole Ellington
It really is a great place!
Brianna
We just got back from Disney!! Can’t wait to check out more hotels there!
Nicole Ellington
I hope you had a great time!
Kelly Martin
Disney world value resorts sound great. So family friendly and good value for money.
Nicole Ellington
They truly are!
Annemarie LeBlanc
Trips to Disney do not come cheap and I agree that we must budget our money wisely. I love that you have provided so much information about Disney World Value Resort. We are going to keep it in mind the next time a trip to Disney goes into planning.
Nicole Ellington
Glad to have helped!
Ntensibe Edgar Michael
Nnniiiccceeeeee….I think I can stay at a Disney hotel….budget or not! The name alone sells the idea a lot.
Joanna Clute
Staying at their resort is on my bucket list. I live closer to there now so it isn’t that much of a stretch for my family now!
Nicole Ellington
awesome! I hope you get to stay soon!
Ivana Mearns
What a lovely blog post, I feel like packing my bag now.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Nicole Ellington
you’re welcome!
Emily Adams
My husband and I stayed at the All Star Movies resort earlier this year and it was a cool experience and we loved being so close to the shuttles and seeing all the amenities. The rooms seemed dated and not great to me, and I stay in budget accommodations a lot. Maybe I was just in an older section of their buildings.
Nicole Ellington
Disney is currently going through and updating all of their Value Resort rooms. Maybe that section wasn’t updated yet. Because the updated sections are so nice, clean, and modern! We love it! If you go back, make sure to request an updated room. 🙂
Apple
I’m so happy to see a list like this! Been to Disney California Adventure and had a chance to stay with a cousin, we don’t know anyone in Florida when we visit Disney World. I super love this! Literally bookmarked this blog and quite obviously you got this down since Disney is your way of life! Love it!
Nicole Ellington
I am so glad to have helped! Thanks for bookmarking! If you ever have any Disney questions, feel free to come back and see if we have a blog post in it. If not, feel free to contact us and we will be more then happy to help you with any questions!
WanderlustBeautyDreams
Looks like such a cute resort to stay in. I’m sure everyone had a blast but more importantly the kids! Loving the decor here.
Nicole Ellington
They are so adorable! And My son loves these resorts so much!
joy
going to repin this post. i have never stayed in a value resort but i do love all the wonderful insta-photo shoot locations. you always see family photo shoots there that look fabulous.
Joy at The Joyous Living
Nicole Ellington
thanks for pinning! That means a lot to me!
Rosey
We have stayed at two of the value resorts. I liked them both. We haven’t stayed at any other kind because they are too expensive. I’d like to stay at the Animal Kingdom resort one day. Or the Cinderella Castle, lol. I have heard that is amazing but impossible to book unless you are a super star…which applies to none of us in my family. 😉
Nicole Ellington
The Cinderella Castle would be a dream come true! One can only dream 🙂
Emman Damian
Wow! This is a great place for families! I hope to go here soon! Nice isn’t it?
erika
My sister is obsessed with Disney so this is perfect for her! Although, you don’t need to convince her to stay at the resorts. It’s like her dream to stay at one!
Erika Marie | https://imerikamarie.com
Idalmis Holmes
Thanks for this article! I’ve never actually heard of a Disney World Resort, but I’m definitely going to check it out after reading your post!
Nicole Ellington
I am sure you will like it!
angelina
Wow, it sounds like the perfect thing to do. Thanks for sharing these tips!
Ashley
I literally didn’t know these awesome value resorts existed until I read this! We have three small kids and I have never seen Disney as an option for us but I will be looking into this to see if it fits within our budget!
Nicole Ellington
Disney has something for every budget! Especially if you can go on off times (September and January are the best price/crowd wise)
Gina
Absolutely! Disney makes you feel good no matter where you stay. And with so much to do you’re not in the room much anyway. Big Disney lover here. Great post 🙂
~Gina~
http://www.Thisfabulouslifeblog.com
Nicole Ellington
Thanks so much!
Rachel
Disney don’t do anything by halves so even their budget offerings are amazing. I could never afford to stay in the pricier places but I don’t think it’s necessary given how little time I end up spending in the room!
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Ashley Greenwood
I have never stayed in a Disney resort but now that I have a baby this looks like a must!
Amber Anderson
This is great advice! We are planning a trip to Disney next year with the kids and this definately expands our options of places to stay. Thank you!
Nicole Ellington
You are so welcome!
Jen @ Jen Bradley | MOMS
I’ve always stayed with relatives who live nearby! But the magic of the resort does seem wonderful!
Nicole Ellington
The magic is what really makes the resorts!
Jacqueline
Wow, this sounds like such a great way to make a Disney vacation affordable! With the cost of flying a family down, multi-day park passes, buying almost every meal, not to mention souvenirs, being able to save a little on accommodations would be AMAZING!