My husband and I stayed at one of the cheapest hotels in Disney World for $265 a night. It was so good I'll never book anywhere else on the property.

Stacy BrooksMay 29, 2024, 13:30 IST

I love the "Cars" area of Disney's Art of Animation Resort. Stacy Brooks

My husband and I stayed at Disney's Art of Animation Resort for $265 a night.
I love the immersive theming, and it's linked to my favorite free Disney transportation.

Couples can easily spend $4,000 (or more) on a weeklong trip to Disney World, but my husband and I have found a few ways to save money.

Even though we don't have kids, we usually stay at Disney's Art of Animation Resort. It's popular with families because of its kid-friendly, Disney-movie theming. But adults shouldn't overlook the budget-friendly hotel.

Here's what our most recent stay was like and why Art of Animation is one of the best places for adults to stay at Disney World.

The rates are budget-friendly (for Disney).

Art of Animation is one of Disney's "value" resorts. Stacy Brooks

We felt like we were at Disney World from the moment we checked in.

There are fun drawings all over the lobby area. Stacy Brooks

The "Little Mermaid" rooms are colorful and whimsical.

We got a "Little Mermaid"-themed room. Stacy Brooks

Our room had lots of practical features, too.

My husband and I had plenty of space in our hotel room. Stacy Brooks

The Big Blue Pool isn’t just fun for kids.

The pool has a great bar with fun drinks. Stacy Brooks

Exploring the resort feels like stepping into a Disney movie.

There's a massive Ariel statue in the "Little Mermaid" section.Stacy Brooks

The "Cars" area is especially awesome.

Filmore is one of my favorite "Cars" characters. Stacy Brooks

Art of Animation is linked to Hollywood Studios and Epcot by the Skyliner gondolas.

The Skyliner goes to Hollywood Studios and Epcot at Disney World. Stacy Brooks

I won’t stay anywhere else at Disney World.

I love staying at Art of Animation at Disney World. Stacy Brooks

I took my kids on their first Amtrak. Our $336 roundtrip train to NYC had significant delays, but I'd do it again.

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