Caribe Royale OrlandovsDisney's Art of Animation Resort
Both properties are praised by professionals. Overall, Caribe Royale Orlando scores slightly better than Disney's Art of Animation Resort. Caribe Royale Orlando has a TripExpert Score of 80 with approval from 6 reviewers like Oyster, Star Service and Fodor's.
Caribe Royale Orlando
 DK Eyewitness
 Star Service
 Gayot
 Fodor's
 The Telegraph
8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 "Spread out over 45 acres (18 ha) of beautifully landscaped grounds filled with towering palm trees, this resort features large suites and multi-room villas to accommodate any size of family." 
 "Next door to its more modest sibling, the Buena Vista Suites, this is the nation's largest all-suite hotel, a vast, convenient complex...well-designed and well-suited to the large groups it hosts." Full review
 "This all-suites, resort-style property consists of three well-appointed towers surrounding a lagoon: one for families, the second for groups and the third for executives and adults." 
 "This big, pink, all-suites palace, on 53 tropical acres just 10 minutes from Disney, melds luxurious decor, family-friendly ingredients, and business-traveler amenities." Full review
8.0
 "An elegant, quality-conscious resort that offers stylish rooms and a large array of facilities." Full review
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
 Rough Guide
 Fodor's
 Travel + Leisure
 Oyster
 Frommer's
 Lonely Planet
1850 Century Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Kissimmee, FL 32830
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Laundy Room
 
 "An instant hit with the kids, with over a thousand suites designed after Finding Nemo, Cars and The Lion King... and almost 900 inspired by The Little Mermaid." 
 "This brightly colored three-story value resort is a kid's version of paradise." Full review
 "Guests staying anywhere on Disney property can also take advantage of the free Magical Express transportation to and from Orlando International Airport." Full review
Mid-Range
 "Situated in the Disney Resort complex and features fun, colorful decor inspired by four beloved Disney and Pixar movies -- Cars, The Lion King, Finding Nemo, and the Little Mermaid." Full review
 "Family Suites have two bathrooms, convertible couches, and demi-kitchens (no stove)...this is Disney’s only pet-friendly Value resort. It also connects to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot." Full review
 "It's the best bet for budget-conscious Disney travel and is (not surprisingly), filled with lots of little 'uns…and all the trimmings to keep them entertained." Full review