Which Disney Skyliner Resort Is The Right One For You?

With 4 magical hotels on the Disney Skyliner route to choose from, which Disney Skyliner Resort is the right one for you?

Now more than ever, ease of getting back and for to the parks is one of the first things to look at when deciding which of the Disney resorts is the right one for you and your family, and for us, there is nothing easier than hopping on the Disney Skyliner. Since the debut of Disney’s Skyliner, thousands have discovered what it’s like to take flight at Walt Disney World. This Innovative gondola system allows guests to travel in style from four Disney resort hotels to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

You and your family are invited to enjoy the magic as you glide among the treetops of Walt Disney World Resort as you take to the sky for your magic carpet ride as this all-new complimentary transportation system, Disney Skyliner soaring along waterways and wooded areas alike on its way to theme parks and Disney resort hotels, while wide-eyed guests are treated to views never before seen.

This “most magical flight on Earth” connects Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and  Disney’s Riviera Resort, a Disney Vacation Club resort that is now open.

This “most magical flight on Earth” connects Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and  Disney’s Riviera Resort, a Disney Vacation Club resort that is now open.

But with four resorts to choose from that directly connect you from your hotel directly to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which resort is the right one for you? Let’s take a closer look at each:

Disney’s Riviera Resort

The newest addition to the Disney Vacation Club, Disney’s Riviera Resort offers up unparalleled luxury that’s inspired by Europe and imagined by Disney. Here, you can delight in exhilarating activities, delectable dining, and stylish

accommodations—from cozy Tower Studios to spacious villas with up to 3 bedrooms. From the grand archways and porticos to the tower and terraces, Disney’s Riviera Resort is a modern masterpiece of imagination, with each detail

Inside elegance awaits you with the signature attention to detailing that makes Disney unsurpassed. The main lobby is appointed with a mix of modern and classic 20th-Century furnishings. Here, you will discover a unique art collection

celebrating beloved Disney Characters and icons, influenced by master artists who found inspiration along the European Riviera. The ambiance extends outdoors combining beautiful gardens, bubbling fountains, lush landscaping, and a serene waterfront beckon you to enjoy scenic strolls with your loved ones. A full range of accommodations await you at Disney’s Riviera Resort and no matter which you choose, each invites you to channel the relaxation of life along the Riviera. This Resort hotel offers a full range of room options. Wherever you stay at Disney’s Riviera Resort, you’re sure to rediscover the joy of life away from the everyday hustle and bustle.

NEW! Tower Studios

Specially designed for 2 Guests, these one-of-a-kind Tower Studios are a marvel of efficiency and luxury—and are unique to Disney’s Riviera Resort. Built into the wall, you’ll find a microwave, small refrigerator, drawers, and a cleverly hidden pull-down queen-size bed that just as easily tucks away to reveal a comfortable lounge-worthy space.

Deluxe Studios
Each stylish Deluxe Studio sleeps up to 5, with a queen-size bed, a pull-down queen-size bed, and a single pull-down bunk-size bed. Enjoy the convenience of your own kitchenette—and unwind on your private patio or balcony.

Discover the Villa Difference

You’ll truly feel at home in 1-Bedroom Villas or larger, where you’ll discover a variety of comforts and conveniences, including:

• Separate bedrooms that offer privacy
• A sleek, fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances—perfect for whipping up a French toast breakfast
• Your own washer and dryer—so you can pack lightly and avoid airline baggage fees
• A soothing bubble-jet bathtub—where you can to relax after an excitement-packed day

Be sure not to miss Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera offers French and Italian cuisine, along with sweeping rooftop views. DId you know that Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera takes its name from the Italian name for Mickey Mouse and Mickey and all off his friends are inviting you to a very special breakfast dining experience at

Breakfast à la Art with Mickey & Friends where you can start your morning in a magical way with breakfast at this beautiful rooftop restaurant offering an exclusive storybook dining experience. The prix fixe menu offers delicious choices to please everyone in the family. While enjoying breakfast and the bird’s eye views, Mickey and his friends are excited to celebrate with you! As part of the new Character Dining experience, you will be able to see Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck as they parade through the restaurant in their stylish outfits unique to Topolino’s Terrace! For a special evening dining experience do not miss Topolino’s Terrace for their special dinner with a view where you can indulge in fresh, delicious seafood and meat dishes, handmade pasta, and decadent desserts

infused with French and Italian flavors at this signature rooftop dining experience straight from the Riviera. Inspired by the cliffside restaurants of France and Italy.  Dining is a true experience, prepared at the exclusive expo kitchen or wood-burning grill.

Pair your meal with a glass of wine from the impressive collection sourced from the Mediterranean coast. Feast your eyes on the stunning visual aesthetic, a modern interpretation of the textures, colors, carved details, and stonework found in ancient villages along the Riviera.

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Immerse yourself in the unique flavor and relaxed feeling of the  Caribbean islands at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. Located on Barefoot Bay across from Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort welcomes you into a

world where life slows to a leisurely pace and worries melt away amidst Calypso rhythms. Awash with vibrant colors and lush landscapes, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort transports you to a relaxing paradise that captures the essence of 5 distinct islands: Barbados, Jamaica, Martinique, Trinidad, and Aruba. Celebrate the spirit of the Caribbean with blissful

sights and fun-filled activities—including colonial forts, lively markets, pristine beaches, splashy florals, and swaying hammocks—sure to awaken the imagination. Whimsical pirate-themed rooms invite you and your family with rooms fit for a buccaneer. Once tucked away in your room, you can leave the shores of paradise behind and set sail for the land of dreams upon a ship-shaped bed. The rooms invite you to discover hidden treasures and nautical details that ignite the

imagination and place you and your family right in the middle of swashbuckling action. Endless quests await as pirate lore comes to life in this unique accommodation! Be sure to explore  Old Port Royale, the perfect place to gather, dine, or relax!  Old Port Royale at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort acts as a “port of entry” that gives you convenient access to check-in, concierge services, hotel amenities, and dining during their island-inspired vacation.

Browse the merchandise selection at Calypso Trading Post and enjoy a meal at Centertown Market or enjoy waterfront refreshments at the lively Banana Cabana outdoor bar and lounge. Young and young at heart alike will fall in love with the pool and waterslide area, themed like an old Spanish citadel with a zero-entry pool, 2 slides, and water cannons. Climb the spiral staircase to the top of a turret for an 82-foot trip down the larger slide, which penetrates the fortress wall! A relaxing spa with the capacity for 12 allows for sweet surrender. Kids under 48 inches tall will love being marooned at the nearby shipwreck play area, where a barrel periodically dumps a deluge and 3 small slides delight little scallywags.

Both Disney’s Riviera Resort, as well as Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort each, have their own Skyliner Station for easy access to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios as well as the other resorts on the Skyliner loop.

• The station at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort connects all three routes and extends the architectural details and bright island colors associated with the Caribbean.
• Disney’s Riviera Resort station incorporates influences from the Mediterranean coast to produce an elegant portal for guests.

Still not sure which Disney Skyliner Resort is the right one for you? Luckily there are still 2 more magical choices. Both the Disney’s Art of Animation Resort as well as Disney’s Pop Century Resort are Value Resorts for the budget-friendly choices but just as magical in every way.

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort*

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort invites you to be surrounded in the artistry, enchantment, and magic of Walt Disney and Disney and Pixar movies. Now you can step into the world of animation and explore the storybook landscapes seen in such classics as Finding Nemo, Cars, The Lion King, and The Little Mermaid.

Noted for it’s large,  delightfully themed family suites to wondrously detailed courtyards, Disney’s Art of Animation “draws” you and your family in to become a part of some of your animated favorites.

This is one of the few Disney resorts outside of the Disney Vacation Club resorts that is built with large families in mind welcoming you to rooms that allow you to immerse yourself in the magic of spacious accommodations for parties up to 6 people and with lots of room for the whole family to spread out. The theming of these magical rooms are all inspired by

some of your favorite animated movies. The family suites include a bedroom with one queen-size bed; one double-size convertible TableBed; one double-size sleeper sofa; a living room; 2 bathrooms and a kitchenette perfect for those multigenerational trips all at affordable prices. To go along with the large rooms comes the biggest resort pool in Walt Disney World Resort. At Disney’s Art of Animation, you can make a splash at the Big Blue Pool, inspired by the Disney and Pixar movie Finding Nemo and what swimming area would be complete without an interactive water play area,

perfect for the little ones. But wait there’s more! Along with the largest Disney resort pool, this property boasts 2 more pools—Cozy Cone Pool, inspired by the Disney and Pixar film Cars, and Flippin’ Fins Pool, featuring the “Under the Sea Orchestra” conducted by Sebastian from The Little Mermaid.

 You’ll never go hungry thanks to the Landscape of Flavors which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, Landscape of Flavors features 5 distinctive food shops serving fresh, made-to-order cuisine. From tasty international fare to classic American favorites, there’s something to satisfy everyone

at this casual dining venue. Exhausted at the end of the day and don’t want to leave your room? No worries because thanks to the in-room pizza delivery is also available, a perfect way to end the day.  One of the things that really sets Disney’s Art of Animation apart from many of the other Walt Disney World resorts is that everyone in the family is

welcome here and by everyone, we are indeed talking about your fur babies.  Walt Disney World Resort knows that dogs aren’t simply pets—they’re members of the family and since family is at the heart of everything Disney does, for a limited time, your furry friends are welcome to join you at select Disney Resort hotels. Let the tail wagging commence!

All of this plus easy access to Disney’s Skyliner make this the perfect Disney Skyliner Resort for the large family traveling on a budget without giving up any of the magic.

Disney’s Pop Century Resort

If you’re like I am, Disney’s Pop Century Resort is an ode to my childhood and growing up through the decades. The fun theme of the resort takes you back in time and allows you to experience the unforgettable fads of the 1950s through the

1990s all over again. From yo-yos and Play-Doh to Rubik’s Cube and rollerblades, this Resort hotel salutes the timeless fashions, catchphrases, toys and dances that captivated the world through the decades. Just like Disney’s Art of Animation, Disney’s Pop Century Resort is in the Value category of the Walt Disney World Resort hotels and is a favorite among families, those escaping for a quick long weekend trip. Thanks to the newly reimagined room update recently,

it has every modern convenience you’ve come to expect without a deluxe price tag. The rooms may be slightly smaller than the Moderate and Deluxe Resorts, but now especially since the renovations have a spacious, crisp, and modern feel to them.  Each of the rooms here comes furnished with Two queen beds (1 normal bed plus 1 pull-down bed that

converts into a table) OR one king bed (mostly in ADA-accessible rooms) a dresser and small table and two chairs with enough electrical and charging outlets to satisfy the needs of every traveler.  There is a wide variety of room view options from the preferred rooms that are closer to dining, shopping, and transportation to the pool view rooms to the standard rooms which are actually my favorites as they are away from the hustle and bustle of the resort.

The Disney’s Pop Century Resort invites you to immerse yourself in the spirit of the 1960s at the sprawling Hippy Dippy Pool, which features flower-shaped water jets. For the little ones, a kiddie pool area with a pop-jet water fountain is

located nearby. In addition, there are 2 more pools, the smaller 1950’s Bowling Pool and the 1990’s Computer Pool, which are also on hand for anyone looking to take the pop-culture plunge.  The Pop offers a wide variety of dining

options with something for everyone at this far-out food court that’s a blast from the past. Find food favorites like waffles, pasta, flatbread, and salads in one of the 7 food stations.  In-room pizza delivery is also available for those looking to dine in. And of course, no Disney resort is complete without places to shop to pick up everything from

souvenirs to necessities and everything in between. With direct access to the Disney Skyliner, Disney’s Pop Century is easy on the wallet but with all of the magic you want when staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel.  One thing is certain, Disney’s Pop Century Resort is larger than life and more fun than a barrel of monkeys.

With resorts for every family size and for every budget, it’s easy to see why staying at one of the four Walt Disney World Resorts is one of the best decisions you can make for you and your family. Whether you’re looking for the Deluxe, upscale styling that Disney’s Riviera Resort or are in search of still the upscale feel but a more Moderate price point that Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort offers, or you’re in need of something with room for the entire family that has all of the Disney magic, but with that value price point in mind as Disney’s Art of Animation and Disney’s Pop Century Resort offers, now that only thing left to decide is which Disney Skyliner Resort is the right one for you? Where is your favorite of the Walt Disney World resort hotels to call home?