We’ve Tracked Down America’s Top 25 Theme Park Hotels

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Theme park hotels give all-inclusive resorts a run for their money. Without ever leaving the property, you can enjoy luxurious accommodations, fine dining experiences, shops, pools, and – you guessed it – easy access to your favorite theme parks. 

We’ve toured the nation and selected 25 of the best experiences for you and your family to enjoy in the coming months.

1. Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa – Pigeon Forge, TN

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There’s nothing Dolly can’t do, especially when it comes to creating a unique experience. 

Nestled into the hills of Tennessee, you’ll enjoy spacious rooms, splash pads and pools, savory restaurants, and outdoor fire pits for evening nightcaps. With door-to-door transportation to the theme park, who could ask for anything more? 

2. The Hotel Hershey – Hershey, PA

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As sweet as Dolly is, you may be more of a chocolate lover than a country music lover. If that’s the case, there’s another resort – also nestled into the mountains – that brings a lot of joy to families. 

With unique spa experiences, including cocoa-infused treatments, mom can have everything her heart desires after the kids have enjoyed a day at Hersheypark. 

3. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort – Orlando, FL

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There’s going to be a lot of Disney in this list. There’s no way around it; they’re masters of the full-scale resort/theme park experience. 

What’s unique about the Polynesian Village Resort is that it celebrates the vibrant spirit of the South Pacific with lush grounds, palm-shaded hideaways, a Lava Pool, and door-to-door access to Magic Kingdom. 

4. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Orlando, FL

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Whether or not you make it over to Magic Kingdom, you can enjoy an entire Animal Kingdom right outside your own front door. 

Disney’s captured the essence of Africa here with over 200 animals to enchant, including gazelles, giraffes, and zebras. When you’re not taking in the sights, the kids will be thrilled with the 11,000-square-foot pool area!