Hi Emily!
Welcome to planDisney! I bet you're excited to be counting down to your magical stay at
Disney's All-Star Movies Resort! One of my favorite things about this property is the larger-than-life theming that leaves no doubt that your Walt Disney World Resort vacation has started. While all of the areas of the resort are adorable, I think the two I like the best are the buildings in the 101 Dalmatians section and those themed after Toy Story.
Emily, you are correct that the
Fantasia Pool at All-Star Movies is scheduled for refurbishment from January through April 2025. These timelines are estimates and may be slightly altered, but Disney does their best to stick with the plans so Guests can plan accordingly. If the main pool is still closed during your stay, you'll be able to use the Duck Pond Pool over in the Mighty Ducks section of the resort. When I stayed here a few years ago, I was actually in one of the buildings over by the Duck Pond Pool, and it's a delightful space to splash and play. Don't forget that you also have the added
resort benefit in 2025 of accessing a Disney water park for FREE on your check-in day! This is the perfect chance to explore even more water fun on your vacation!
Once you arrive, make sure to check the lobby for the latest
recreation schedule. You can often find fun activities like Movies Under the Stars, arts and crafts, campfires, and poolside games happening at various times throughout the week. My boys love roasting marshmallows at the resort campfires when we're having a lazy evening around our hotel!
Emily, I hope this information has been helpful and that you enjoy a wonderful stay at Disney's All-Star Movies Resort! If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney!
Cheers,
Kristi