The first thing to consider will be which hotel will best suit your family's needs. Most people are unaware that Disney has hotels which are on property and guests of these hotels receive special perks. The Disney hotels are divided into three main categories which are Deluxe ($$$), Moderate($$), and Value($). Beyond the cost difference, there are a few key differences between the hotels. At value Disney hotels you’ll find larger than life Disney characters, a big central pool (but no water slides, and only quick service dining options at the hotel. At moderate Disney hotels you’ll notice that they offer More sophisticated theming, Themed rooms including Disney princesses and a pirates themed room, pool area with water slides and both food court and sit down dining options. At Disney deluxe hotels you’ll get even more benefits including being the closest to the parks with some hotels having a walking path or boat to the parks, internal entry to rooms, the best pools on Disney property including everything from water slides to sand bottom pools!