Child Care at Walt Disney World
You have a couple of different options for child care - You can use Kid's Nite Out and have a babysitter come to your room (or even accompany your family to the parks!). Older kids(4-12) can enjoy the Children's Activity Centers located at various resorts.
Planning Disney with Children
All rates are subject to change without notice
Kid’s Nite Out
(800-696-8105 or 407-828-0920). If a babysitter is needed throughout your stay, the Walt Disney Company recommends utilizing the services of Kid’s Nite Out. Kid’s Nite Out Caregivers can provide one-on-one in-room childcare in the comfort of your Walt Disney World Resort room or can just hang out with your family if you need a father’s/mother’s helper. The sitters are over the age of 18 years and are certified in child/infant CPR and basic first aid. Reservations can be made up to two months in advance and require at least a 24-hour notice.
Rates are based upon the number of children…
- 1 child - $16.00 per hour
- 2 children - $18.50 per hour
- 3 children - $21.00 per hour
- 4 children - 23.50 per hour
- For groups or more than 4 children, all children must be 2 years of age or older. Please call Kid’s Nite for these rates
- After 9:00 p.m., there will be an additional $2.00 an hour charge.
- For children 6 weeks - 12 years old
- One-time transportation fee of $10 will be added to total bill for the care provider.
- All rates are hourly based, with a 4-hour minimum, and a one-time transportation fee. Cancellations require 24 hours notice to avoid the 4-hour charge. Advance reservations are required. Prices are subject to change without notice.
- For childcare on Holidays and Special Events, rates are subject to change.
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Children's Activity Centers
Children’s Activity Centers are designed for kids who are potty trained and between 4 and 12 years of age. Your child will enjoy games and activities while you enjoy some Disney grown-up fun! Depending on the hours you book, dinner is included.
Usual operation hours (subject to change) for all Children’s Activity Centers are from 4:30 p.m. to midnight and can be booked in advance by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463).
A credit card is required for guarantee and the cancellation policy is outside 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid penalty charge. Parents are given a beeper (a deposit is taken but refunded when pager is returned). Rates are $11 per hour with a 2 hour minimum.
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Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Location: Grand Floridian Resort, near Gasparilla Grill & Games
Hours: 4:30pm-midnight
Price: $11 per hour per child (2 hr minimum)
Activities: Children's activity program offering unlimited video games, movies, games and crafts.
Ages: Age limit is 4 to 12, must be potty trained (no pull-ups)
Menu: Dinner is included and served sometime between 6:00 - 8:00. Selection includes Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Peanut Butter & Jelly and Chicken Strips
Reservations: Required by calling 407-WDW-DINE. 24 hour cancellation policy.
Pagers: Available to parents at drop off with a deposit required
NO OUTSIDE FOOD
Children will create simple crafts. Games may include races, water balloon toss and diving for prizes
Available to Grand Floridian Resort Guests only.
Location: Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Poolside (Weather permitting)
Reservations: Not required.
Hours: Vary
Price: No Charge
407-934-4000, ext: 4241
Location: Dolphin
Hours: 5:30pm-12pm
Price: $10.00 per hour per child
Service: Supervised activities for children ages 4-12 including sports, games, arts and crafts, as well as special events.
Animal Kingdom Lodge Childcare -
407-WDW-PLAY
When: Saturdays
Where: Animal Kingdom Lodge
Hours: 3 - 5pm
Ages: 6 - 14
Price: $30 (plus tax) per child with $10 being donated to the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund - Credit Card Guarantee - 24 hour cancellation policy - DVC Members get 10% discount
This weekly program takes kids on an exploration of the Animal Kingdom Lodge's Savannah. They'll learn about the African culture through games, taste testings, activities and crafts.
- 407-938-4785
Location: Animal Kingdom Lodge, 1st Floor, Zebra Trail off of the Pool Area
Hours: 4:30 p.m. - Midnight
Price: $11.00 per hour for each child. Minimum 2 hours
Ages: Age limit is 4 to 12, must be potty trained (no pull-ups)
Reservations: Advance reservations are recommended by calling 407-WDW-DINE. Same day reservations may be available. Call the facility directly after 4:00pm
Cancellation Policy: 24 hour cancellation policy. There is a 30 minute grace period, after which the reservation is released.
Features: Group child care featuring free arcade games, Sega/Nintendo, board games, big screen TV, movies, dolls and stuffed animals, coloring, crafts and much more.
Meals: Included in price. Served sometime between 6:00 - 8:00pm
Menu: The following can be ordered when you check the child in:
Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich with Chips, Chicken Fingers with Fries, Hamburger with Fries, Hot Dog with Fries, Mac N Cheese
NO OUTSIDE FOOD
- 407-WDW-DINE
Location: Meet at Community Hall in Kidani Village
Hours: 6-8 pm, 7 days a week
Price: $30 per child, $28.50 for each addt'l child (tax not included) A credit card is required at time of booking.
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Reservations: Recommended. Same day reservations may be available.
Cancellation Policy: 24 hour cancellation policy. No refunds if cancelling within 24 hours.
Features: Participants will work alongside a guide to achieve a goal revolving around around the culture and animals of Africa.
Meals: There is no food included in this program.
NOTE: Children must be staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge to participate.
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- 407-939-6301
-Currently closed but available for birthday parties-
Location: Boardwalk Inn, Exit Crescent Lake side of Lobby.
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Polynesian Resort Childcare
Location: Polynesian Resort, near Snack Isle
Hours: 4pm-midnight
Price: $11 per hour per child (2 hr minimum)
Ages: Age limit is 4 to 12, must be potty trained (no pull-ups)
Reservations: Required by calling 407-WDW-DINE. 24 hour cancellation policy.
Features: Children's activity program centering around the Peter Pan theme, offering unlimited video arcade games, cartoons, and assorted toys. Included in the price is a buffet meal from 6:00pm to 8:00pm only.
Menu: Pizza, Chicken planks, Mac N Cheese, the Captain's Fries, Hot Dogs, Corn on the Cob, Fresh Fruit and Dessert. A snack of goldfish and juice box is served at 10:00pm.
NO OUTSIDE FOOD
Yacht and Beach Club Resort Childcare
Location: Off Beach Club lobby near Atlantic Wear
Hours: 4:30 p.m. - Midnight
Price: $11.00 per hour for each child. Minimum 2 hours
Ages: Age limit is 4 to 12, must be potty trained (no pull-ups)
Reservations: Advance reservations are required. 407-WDW-DINE. Must be a guest of a Disney Resort.
Hours: 4:30 p.m. to Midnight
Cancellation Policy: 24 hour cancellation policy. There is a 30 minute grace period, after which the reservation is released.
Features: Group child care featuring free arcade games, Sega/Nintendo, board games, big screen TV, movies, dolls and stuffed animals, coloring, crafts and much more.
Meals: Served sometime between 6:00 - 8:00, included in price
Menu: Chicken Tenders, Hot Dogs, Macaroni and Cheese, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, French Fries
NO OUTSIDE FOOD
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Wilderness Lodge Childcare
Location: Wilderness Lodge, Cub's Den
Hours: 4:30pm -midnight
Price: $11.00 per hour, per child (2-hour minimum)
Service: Entertainment center featuring Disney movies, videogames, western arts and crafts, toys, board games
Ages: Age limit is 4 to 12, must be potty trained (no pull-ups)
Menu: Served between 6:00 - 8:00pm and is included. Menu selections are Chicken fingers, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Hot Dogs, Chips or Fries, Grapes, Apples, Milk, Juice
Reservations: Advance reservations recommended by calling 407-WDW-DINE. A limited number of walk-ins may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cancellation penalties will apply.
NO OUTSIDE FOOD
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