Planning a Walt Disney World vacation for a group of six means thinking about where everyone will sleep, how much it will cost, and how you'll get around. While RopeDrop's data on resort pricing is based on two adults per night, understanding the different resort categories and their transportation options is key when considering accommodations for a larger party. Some resorts, like Disney's Art of Animation Resort, explicitly offer suites, which can be a consideration for larger groups.
Budgeting for Your Group of Six
When planning for six people, your budget will likely be a primary factor in choosing a Walt Disney World Resort. RopeDrop's data categorizes resorts into Value, Moderate, and Deluxe, each with distinct price ranges and amenities. Keep in mind that the prices listed below are for two adults per night, and a group of six may require booking multiple standard rooms or specific suite accommodations not detailed in the available data.
Value Resorts offer the most budget-friendly options. For example, Disney's All-Star Movies Resort, Disney's All-Star Music Resort, and Disney's All-Star Sports Resort all have price ranges of $120–$250/night or $120–$260/night. Median prices for two adults range from $188.10 at All-Star Sports to $237.60 at All-Star Music. These resorts primarily use bus transportation, with travel times to all parks averaging about 20 minutes. Disney's Pop Century Resort and Disney's Art of Animation Resort are also Value resorts, but offer different transportation. Disney's Pop Century Resort ranges from $140–$300/night, with a median price of $258.30 for two adults. Disney's Art of Animation Resort, which explicitly mentions suites in its pricing, ranges from $180–$520/night, with a median price of $457.30 for two adults.
Moderate Resorts provide a step up in amenities and price. Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, and Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside fall into this category. Their price ranges are generally $270–$470/night, $280–$500/night, $280–$480/night, and $280–$490/night, respectively. Median prices for two adults range from $340 at Port Orleans Riverside to $379.10 at Caribbean Beach. Transportation varies, with some offering Skyliner access and others relying on bus or boat.
Deluxe Resorts and Deluxe Villas are the premium options, offering the highest level of amenities and often the closest proximity to the parks. These resorts have price ranges starting from $400/night up to $1,400/night. For instance, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge ranges from $450–$950/night, with a median price of $565 for two adults. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, one of the most luxurious options, ranges from $700–$1,400/night, with a median price of $1,322.10 for two adults. Deluxe Villas, such as Disney's Old Key West Resort, Disney's Riviera Resort, and Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, also offer higher price points, ranging from $400–$850/night. Median prices for two adults at these villas range from $629.60 at Saratoga Springs to $859 at Riviera.
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Getting Around with Your Group
Transportation is a significant consideration for a group of six, impacting both convenience and time spent traveling. Walt Disney World resorts offer various modes of transport to the parks and other areas.
Skyliner Access: Resorts like Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Disney's Pop Century Resort, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney's Riviera Resort offer access to the Disney Skyliner. This gondola system provides quick travel to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. For example, from Art of Animation or Pop Century, the Skyliner takes about 15 minutes to reach EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. From Caribbean Beach, it's about 12 minutes to the EPCOT and Hollywood Studios hub station. Disney's Riviera Resort offers Skyliner travel to EPCOT (International Gateway) in about 10 minutes and to Hollywood Studios in about 15 minutes. Bus service is still available for Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom from these resorts, typically around 20 minutes.
Monorail Resorts: For proximity to Magic Kingdom, the Monorail resorts are a popular choice. Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offer Monorail access. Travel to Magic Kingdom is quick, about 5-7 minutes. EPCOT is accessible via a transfer at the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC). Disney's Contemporary Resort also offers a 10-minute walk to Magic Kingdom.
Walkable Resorts: Several Deluxe resorts are within walking distance of EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Disney's Beach Club Resort, Disney's BoardWalk Inn, and Disney's Yacht Club Resort are all located in the EPCOT resort area. From Disney's Beach Club Resort, it's about a 5-minute walk to EPCOT (International Gateway) and about a 20-minute walk to Hollywood Studios. Disney's BoardWalk Inn is about a 10-minute walk to EPCOT and 20 minutes to Hollywood Studios. Disney's Yacht Club Resort is about a 7-minute walk to EPCOT and 20 minutes to Hollywood Studios. These resorts also offer boat service to Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, taking about 15 minutes.
Bus and Boat Service: Most other resorts rely on bus transportation to all parks. Value and Moderate resorts, such as the All-Star Resorts, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, and Disney's Port Orleans Resorts, typically have bus travel times of about 18-20 minutes to all parks. Some resorts, like Disney's Wilderness Lodge, offer boat service to Magic Kingdom (about 10 minutes) in addition to bus service to other parks (about 20 minutes). Disney's Old Key West Resort and Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa offer boat service to Disney Springs, taking about 15-20 minutes.
Considering the transportation options is crucial for managing travel time and convenience for your group of six. You can find more details on Walt Disney World resorts and their transport.
Resort Features and Suite Considerations
While RopeDrop's data does not specify occupancy rules for standard rooms or the capacity of suites, it does highlight that Disney's Art of Animation Resort offers suites, with a price range of $180–$520/night. This could be a starting point for groups seeking more space than a standard room.
Beyond potential suite availability, each resort offers unique theming and amenities that might appeal to your group. For instance, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge offers savanna views with animals, while Disney's Polynesian Village Resort provides a South Pacific theme. Disney's Coronado Springs Resort features internal walkways and a bridge connecting its villages and Gran Destino Tower, which can be convenient for exploring the resort itself.
When planning for six, consider the overall experience each resort offers in addition to its practical aspects like budget and transportation. You can compare all the Walt Disney World resorts to find the best fit for your family.