Looking for an affordable place to stay at Disney World? I stayed at the cheapest hotel at Disney World and today I am sharing all the details and my Disney All Star Sports review to help you decide if it is a good resort choice for your next Disney trip.
Planning a Disney vacation can feel like training for a marathon—so when it comes to choosing where to stay, value and convenience are key. Enter Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, one of Walt Disney World’s most budget-friendly on-property options.
But with so many resorts to choose from, does this sporty spot hit a home run or strike out? Whether you’re traveling with little athletes, die-hard Disney fans, or just looking for a cost-effective place to crash after a day in the parks, we’ve got the full scoop.
In this review, we break down everything from the themed decor and room comfort to transportation, food options, and overall vibe—so you can decide if Disney All-Star Sports is right for your magical getaway.
Disney All Star Sports Review
My quick opinion of Disney’s All Star Sports Resort is overall positive. It is not a luxury resort but it is not a crummy motel. The rooms are updated and the resort is colorful and fun for guests of all ages. We enjoyed complimentary transportation to and from the parks as well as onsite quick service dining and pools.
Let’s get into all the room and resort details that make All Star Sports a unique place to stay at Walt Disney World.
Overview
Disney’s All Star Sports Resort is themed to sports. Each section of the resort has a specific sports theme. They range from football, baseball, tennis, basketball, and surfing.
If you have a sports fan in your group they will love the larger than life photo-ops of basketballs and footballs.
We stayed at the Hoops Hotel section and it was a 5-7 minute walk to the lobby. The hotel is motel style with outdoor halls and rooms that exit outside. There are 3 levels to each building with stairs and elevator access.
All guests receive early theme park entry 30 minutes before park opening time as well as on-site bus transportation to and from the parks.
Guests staying at a Disney World resort can also make their Lighting Lane reservations 7 days in advance of their check-in day.
At a Glance Amenities:
- Transportation: Complimentary Bus to all Disney Parks and Disney Springs
- Parking: Free
- Location: Animal Kingdom Resort Area
- Standard and Preferred Rooms that fit 4
- End Zone Food Court (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Grandstand Spirit Pool Bar
- Movies Under the Stars
- Nightly Campfire
- Jogging Trail
- Arcade
- 2 Pools
- Playground
Rooms at Disney’s All Star Sports Resort
Guests staying at All Star Sports Resort have two options: Standard rooms or preferred rooms.
The preferred rooms are usually located in the Surf’s Up area which is the closest to the lobby and food court. If you have mobility issues you may want to consider the preferred rooms, we didn’t feel it necessary for our visit.
Most of the rooms at All Star Sports are renovated but it is ongoing. You can talk to a cast member or call before arriving to ask about your room. The Hoops Hotel rooms were renovated during our summer 2024 visit.
The standard rooms and preferred rooms are the same except for location. We booked 2 connecting rooms at the hotel.
The standard rooms have 1 queen bed and 1 queen size table bed. There is a beverage cooler, hairdryer, ironing board, and in-room safe.
The rooms are not themed to the sport section that you are staying in. They have Huey, Duey, and Luey above the murphy bed and Disney friends pictures.
Can a Family of 5 Stay at Disney’s All Star Sports Resort?
Yes, but you have to book two rooms. If you are traveling as a family of 5 or more you need to book connecting rooms at the resort.
This can often be a cost barrier but for us it was less expensive to stay at All Star Sports with 2 rooms rather than Caribbean Beach with the 5th sleeper or a deluxe resort.
Two rooms cost around $300.00 a night and Caribbean Beach cost around $295.00 a night. We went with the two rooms because it was a better deal. Two bathrooms, 4 queen size beds, and more space for my family.
We are a family of five, with 3 teenagers and finding affordable resort accommodations is very important to us.
If you are visiting Disney with teens I highly suggest booking connecting rooms. It was so nice to have the extra space for everyone to sleep and relax.
Average Nightly Cost
The average cost for a night at All Star Sports is $150.00/night. This is comparable to the other All-Star Resorts but less than Pop Century and Art of Animation.
Check the latest nightly room deals for All Star Sports.
The preferred rooms typically cost $30.00 more a night that the standard rooms. The cost of your room will fluctuate depending on time of year you visit and special offers available.
Always check the website for the best deals and take advantage of deals if you have flexible dates. I suggest comparing the Disney website to others for the best savings.
Dining at All Star Sports
All Star Resorts has on-site dining and basic amenities for guests. The End Zone Food Court offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks through the day. We ate a few meals at the food court and it was good!
I also appreciate the diverse options. From salmon and vegetables to pizza and pasta there are lots of food choices for families.
There is not table service, sit down dining, at All Star Resort or any of the Value resorts.
Pool & Resort Activities
There are two pools at All Star Sports resort. The main pool at the Surf’s Up area called the Surfboard Bay Pool and the baseball field themed pool called the Grand Slam Pool.
The pools are basic. They do not have water slides and are not very big. There is a small water play area in the Surf’s Up area.
In my opinion, for a resort this size another pool would be nice. That being said my kids spent time at the pool and had a blast. They were not over crowded and they enjoyed them.
All Star Sports also has a small playground, a campfire pit, arcade, and laundry room for guests.
There is also daily activities and movie nights by the pool. The gift shop was being renovated during our visit but we had access to a smaller shop that had merchandise and everyday necessities.
Update from Disney: From January 2026 until late April 2026, the Surfboard Bay Pool and the kiddie pool will be closed for maintenance. The Grand Slam Leisure Pool will continue to be available. Additionally, Guests are welcome to use the other pools throughout Disney’s All-Star Resorts.
My Final Thoughts
I was a bit apprehensive about staying at All Star Sports but this was baseless because we really did have a great time. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the overall vibe of the resort was positive.
A big complaint about the All Star resorts is that they share buses among All Star Sports, All Star Movies, and All Star Music. This was not the case during our visit.
All Star Sports had a designated bus to transport guests. At times the buses were late or crowded but that is what you will deal with at any resort that depends on bus transportation.
Some guests may prefer to stay at Pop Century or Art of Animation to have access to the Disney Skyliner. This provides transportation to and from Epcot and Hollywood Studios. (This is why the cost is different for these value resorts.)
All Star Sports is a basic hotel at Disney World that allows guests to stay onsite on a budget. It does not feature the same amenities as the moderate or deluxe resorts, but it does offer clean rooms and a fun aesthetic for guests.
I would recommend staying at All Star Sports if you don’t need a lot of amenities. If you want connecting rooms and a bit more space it is a great option. All Star Sports allows guests to stay at Disney and receive the same magical touches they expect at all the Disney World resorts.
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Leah has been a Disney fan her entire life. From growing up with the movies to planning amazing Disney trips. She loves sharing her passion for Disney and helping others plan amazing Disney trips.
