Disney's POP CENTURY RESORT Information & Questions

[Linkura]

Staying at POP for the first time this July. I had been hesitant to stay here because I wasn't in love with the room decor (I am a bit of a resort snob to be honest). However the renovations look amazing! I am still figuring our the BEST room to reserve. We would like the be on the first floor in a renovated room. Which building should we pick?

Right now we have the 70's section reserved. What would you recommend? We have never stayed at this resort before. Thanks!

Would there be a better location? We will also be calling ahead because we are celebrating my second master's degree and my boyfriends first WDW trip in FOREVER!

70s is GREAT and located close to the lobby/buses.

 

[TinkerTracy]

Oooh! These are seriously awesome. What an improvement!

The earlier the better!lol

The main thing is to be sure to catch the FIRST DAK bus.

Just an FYI,the first bus to DAK during our trip in January at All-Star Sports came at 7:07 AM for a non-EMH regular 9:00 AM open.

With it being an AM EMH however,the first bus to DAK "should" come well before then.

One cool thing is the Bus Boards have a new display and it is so much better than the original display.

I don't know how we got by without the Bus Boards!

Here is the new display and the old display-HUGE improvement!

 

[TinkerTracy]

70s is GREAT and located close to the lobby/buses.

Thank you! That's what it seemed like according to the map...but you never know! Thanks again!

 

[ciaoaloha31]

Just booked my first stay at POP for Nov. 2018. Looking forward to getting to know this resort! Previously have stayed at ASSports, ASM, POR and CSR.

 

[scrappinginontario]

Just booked my first stay at POP for Nov. 2018. Looking forward to getting to know this resort! Previously have stayed at ASSports, ASM, POR and CSR.

Hope you enjoy your visit at Pop and are excited to return during future trips!

 

[supitscarrie]

Just booked my first stay at POP for Nov. 2018. Looking forward to getting to know this resort! Previously have stayed at ASSports, ASM, POR and CSR.

I'll also be there in November. Arriving on the 28th! Maybe we'll be neighbors?

 

[ciaoaloha31]

I'll also be there in November. Arriving on the 28th! Maybe we'll be neighbors?

I will be on the other bookend of the month arriving the 2nd.

 

[disneyjr77]

No. They were already at Disney for their vacation. They were using their MagicBands for purchases. Disney charged the amount that they had spent to their credit card part way through their trip.

When I checked in I had cash plus a couple of gift cards that I intended to use towards our initial purchases, tips, etc. When we were checking in I had them put this money onto my account so ran a credit for the first half of my trip or so. Saved me stopping by Guest Services and also took away the concern that they would charge my cc before I had a time to give them the gift cards.

It was nice to see the credit when I checked MDE...but it's Disney and that credit wasn't there for long!

Do you just ask to do this when you check-in? We usually go down a few times during our stay and pay it off, but if we can start with a credit that would be great

 

[scrappinginontario]

Do you just ask to do this when you check-in? We usually go down a few times during our stay and pay it off, but if we can start with a credit that would be great

I was allowed in late January to add cash to my account when I was checking in. I have heard from other sources that they don't always allow this so you may need to go back and add funds to your account at a later date. Seems there might be some inconsistencies with this.

 

[DaniMoon]

Wooohoooo, just decided to go home in August. We weren't planning to go this year, but after an unexpected death in the family, I convinced my husband that we should go where we want to, as often as we can (within our means). Tomorrow is not guaranteed.

We were home last June, just as they were starting the renovations. Hoping to get a renovated room this trip, will have to head over to the renovations board. So happy to be planning a trip.

 

[Elsaalltheway]

Wooohoooo, just decided to go home in August. We weren't planning to go this year, but after an unexpected death in the family, I convinced my husband that we should go where we want to, as often as we can (within our means). Tomorrow is not guaranteed.

We were home last June, just as they were starting the renovations. Hoping to get a renovated room this trip, will have to head over to the renovations board. So happy to be planning a trip.

Welcome back. I think they are supposed to be all completed by Aug, and sorry for your loss.

 

[RNMom1969]

You know you're missing Pop when you try diffuse essential oils to make your room smell like the Pop lobby while simultaneously playing "the hustle"!! It's going to be a long 3 weeks! lol

 

[AntJulie]

You know you're missing Pop when you try diffuse essential oils to make your room smell like the Pop lobby while simultaneously playing "the hustle"!! It's going to be a long 3 weeks! lol

What exactly is that scent...I kinda liked it every time I walked through the lobby!

 

[PaulaSB12]

This will be my second visit to Pop Century if I have my work calendar worked out it looks like a Christmas trip may be possible for 2019

 

[disneyjr77]

I was allowed in late January to add cash to my account when I was checking in. I have heard from other sources that they don't always allow this so you may need to go back and add funds to your account at a later date. Seems there might be some inconsistencies with this.

Thanks, i'll ask and hopefully we can do it. If not, we'll go with our every few day visit to the front desk

 

[pooh'smate]

You know you're missing Pop when you try diffuse essential oils to make your room smell like the Pop lobby while simultaneously playing "the hustle"!! It's going to be a long 3 weeks! lol

Did you figure out the POP lobby smell? I would love to do that here at home.

 

[MommyinHonduras]

Have not been there yet but found a post saying Green Tea & Lemon Grass. Does that sound right? Cause another post said Cotton Candy/kettle corn?

 

[RNMom1969]

I've been doing a blend of sweet orange / grapefruit/ tangerine. I've also found a pre-made "fresh citrus" that seems close. I keep trying! lol the only cure is to get back there ASAP!! Another snow storm today.....can't take much more!

 

[RNMom1969]

Have not been there yet but found a post saying Green Tea & Lemon Grass. Does that sound right? Cause another post said Cotton Candy/kettle corn?

I definitely think it's more of a citrus scent? But it has been a year and my memory might be playing tricks on me

 

[Sasa625]

We are heading to Pop the first week of August, and this will be our first time staying on property with kids. I have read that the hotel supplies life jackets for swimming, and I was wondering if anyone had experience using these. We're flying, and we'd rather not pay for an entire suitcase full of swim gear. Our kids will be 6, 9, and 2.5, and none are strong enough swimmers to go in without a vest (especially when we're outnumbered!)