Back in May, I started my Walt Disney World Resort reviews with All Star Resorts Overview. Today, I’m doing another value resort, but it’s a step up, in my opinion. I’m talking about Disney’s Pop Century Resort!
Disney’s Pop Century
This is a retro themed resort wherein different sections of the resort are themed to different decades! Beginning with the 1950’s and ending with the 1990’s, you can stay in a decade with lots of nostalgia. There’s lots of fun life-sized pieces of memorabilia around the resort. Think Rubik’s cubes, cell phones, a foosball table and more! It’s definitely fun to walk around and see everything. Plus, there are lots of fun historical facts posted around the resort/lake. For reference, the preferred sections include the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s theme.
While this resort is technically a value, like the All Stars, it is more expensive and has some added perks. Similarly to how I reviewed the All Stars, I think I will do a pros/cons list to help people decide if this is a good resort for their stay.
Pros
- Cheaper rates – While it’s more expensive than the All Stars, it is cheaper than all of the other on-site resorts.
- Skyliner – I love the addition of the Skyliner at WDW. It’s a gondola system that makes getting between certain resorts and parks easier! If you stay at Pop, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach Resort, or Riviera Resort then you will use the gondolas to get to/from Hollywood Studios and Epcot! Personally, I consider this to be one of the biggest perks of staying here!
- Fun Theme for Older Folks – My mom enjoys seeing things from her childhood here. Likewise, I enjoy seeing stuff from the 90’s.
- On-Site Perks – Staying on-site at WDW gives you access to free park transportation, early park entry, and dining reservations 60 days out!
Cons
- Theme May Not Enthuse Kids – While adults may love the nostalgia of staying here, I don’t know that many kids will like it.
- Noise – Personally, I find there to be more noise at all of the value resorts, regardless of the resort. The walls and floors are thin and I’ve heard all kinds of things here.
- Crowds – Again, similar to other value resorts, this one attracts groups and can be crowded or rowdy depending on the time of the year.
- Pull down bed – I don’t know why they made the decision to remodel all of the value rooms with a pull down bed. However, you get another bed/table combo here just like at All Stars.
Is Disney’s Pop Century Worth It?
This was the first resort I stayed at with my husband. In fact, I’ve stayed here several times in the past. Between the costs and Skyliner, it can be a no-brainer in some situations. My only hesitation now is the pull down bed for a longer trip and the noise. So, if those things aren’t of concern to you, then this may be the perfect resort for you!
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