Hey there, Josh!
Welcome to planDisney. You so totally rock for swimming by with this question for us. I'm thrilled to hear about your crew's upcoming stay at
Disney's Art of Animation Resort. The cheery colors, theming and adorable character details make it one of my favorite resorts on Walt Disney World Resort property.
You are sure to love the
Finding Nemo Family Suites, which offer plenty of room to stretch out and relax while you're not enjoying time in the parks. These suites are well-appointed and can accommodate up to 6 adults so you'll never have to worry about declaring "Mine! Mine! Mine!" when it's time to find a comfy bed to tuck into each night.
Since you are a party of 4 in a room that can accommodate 6, you may be able to modify your existing reservation to include the additional guest prior to your arrival. I'd recommend
calling a Cast Member with the Disney Resort Hotel Reservations Team to discuss your options and confirm any additional costs associated with the change. Keep in mind that each guest on a vacation package would require the same ticket entitlements and/or dining plan included in their package.
If your guest is an Annual Passholder or won't need the same number of ticketed days during their visit you can inquire about adding them with the
Front Desk staff upon arrival. In my research for another guest with a similar question, I learned that the resort staff has access to a different booking system than what is available to phone or chat Cast Members. I can't guarantee they will be able to add your guest or what the approximate cost would be, but they can offer the appropriate guidance once you've checked in.
I'm sorry I don't have a more definitive answer for you today Josh, but I'm hopeful you'll find a solution that works for your entire party during your visit this July. If we can answer any additional questions or provide further recommendations as you prepare for your trip please don't hesitate to let us know. We're always glad to lend a helping hand (or fin).
Just keep swimming,
Amy