What’s included at Pop Century and what costs extra
Most basics are included with your stay at Disney's Pop Century Resort: complimentary Wi‑Fi, self‑parking for registered guests, use of the resort's three heated outdoor pools, resort transportation (Disney Skyliner and buses when operating), and access to on‑site amenities like the arcade and laundry. Expect extra charges for meals and drinks, supervised childcare, coin‑operated laundry or valet dry cleaning, refillable mugs, and paid transport options such as Minnie Van rides.
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What’s included in your room
Guest rooms include standard in‑room amenities such as complimentary Wi‑Fi, a 'Hey Disney' interactive voice device, and space-saving murphy beds. Rooms are non‑smoking and the resort offers accessible rooms and elevators.
Pop Century room categories include Standard Room, Standard Pool View, Preferred Room and Preferred Pool View among others; some room types and accessible versions are available. In‑room microwaves are not provided — microwaves for guest use are located in Everything POP.
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi in guest rooms
- Hey Disney voice device and murphy beds
- Accessible rooms available
- No in‑room microwaves (food‑court microwaves available)
| Typical room inclusions | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary throughout the resort |
| Bed types | Varies by room type (King, Queen, Double, Sofa bed options) |
| Microwave | Not in guest rooms; available in Everything POP |
Pools, towels and pool rules
Pop Century has three heated outdoor pools — Hippy Dippy Pool (main feature), Bowling Pool and Computer Pool — plus a separate children’s pool. Pools are maintained at about 82°F and pool depths generally range from roughly 3 ft to 4 ft 9 in.
Pool towels are generally not provided at value‑tier Disney resorts, so guests are advised to bring towels from their rooms. The main feature pool follows Disney lifeguard staffing rules and is only open when a lifeguard is on duty; smaller pools may not have lifeguards.
- Three heated pools + children’s pool (open to registered resort guests only)
- Pool towels typically not supplied — bring room towels
- Life vests available to borrow poolside
- Pool rules require swim diapers/plastic pants for diaper‑age children
| Pool feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Hippy Dippy Pool | Main feature pool; Petals Pool Bar is poolside |
| Bowling Pool | Themed pool in 1950s area |
| Computer Pool | Themed pool in 1990s area |
Dining and what costs extra
Pop Century is a quick‑service property: Everything POP Shopping & Dining is the resort’s food court (breakfast–dinner) and Petals Pool Bar serves poolside drinks and light snacks. There are no table‑service restaurants on property.
Meals, snacks and alcoholic beverages are not included in room rates. Everything POP and Petals Pool Bar accept Disney Dining Plan quick‑service credits, but you’ll pay for items a la carte unless you use credits.
- Everything POP Shopping & Dining: 7:00 AM–11:00 PM (quick‑service food court)
- Petals Pool Bar: poolside drinks and snacks, typically 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Refillable resort mugs and regular food/beverage purchases cost extra
- No reservations accepted — walk‑up or mobile order at Everything POP
| Item | Is it included? |
|---|---|
| Food at Everything POP | No — paid a la carte or with Dining Plan quick‑service credits |
| Poolside alcoholic drinks | No — purchased at Petals Pool Bar |
| Refillable mugs | No — available for purchase |
Transport and parking — what’s free and what’s not
Complimentary Disney transportation is included for guests: Pop Century has Disney Skyliner gondola access to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and complimentary Disney bus service to other parks when scheduled. Complimentary standard parking is provided for registered resort guests.
Some transport options cost extra: Minnie Van rides (Lyft‑booked) and third‑party ride‑shares or taxis require payment. The Skyliner may not run at all times (scheduled closures happen), and buses to Epcot/Hollywood Studios run only if the Skyliner is not operating.
- Disney Skyliner to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios — complimentary when operating
- Complimentary Disney buses to other parks (schedules may vary)
- Self‑parking for registered guests is complimentary
- Minnie Van, taxis, Uber/Lyft are paid services
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Skyliner (when operating) | Complimentary |
| Disney buses | Complimentary |
| Minnie Van / Lyft / taxis | Paid by passenger |
On‑site services and free activities
Included with your stay: access to the arcade/game room, the Classic Hall lobby area, complimentary Movies Under the Stars most evenings (weather permitting), and a jogging trail (about one mile per lap) instead of a traditional fitness center.
A 24‑hour front desk, express check‑in/check‑out, complimentary Wi‑Fi, and self‑service laundry rooms are available; laundry coin machines are not free, and valet dry cleaning/laundry service is offered for an extra fee.
- Arcade/game room (paid games inside)
- Movies Under the Stars — complimentary family movie nights
- Jogging trail (approx. 1 mile per lap) — free
- Laundry rooms are coin‑operated (fees apply); valet dry cleaning also extra
| Amenity | Included? |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Included, complimentary |
| Arcade games | Arcade access included but games are paid |
| Laundry rooms | Available; coin‑operated (paid) |
Extras and fees you’re likely to pay
Expect to pay extra for on‑site purchases and services such as meals and alcohol, refillable mugs, coin‑laundry, supervised childcare/activities, fancy souvenir items, and Minnie Van or rideshare transport.
Pop Century does not have a spa or fitness center; if you want spa or gym services you’ll need an off‑site option (costs vary). Also, pet stays are not permitted (service animals only); boarding at third‑party facilities like Best Friends Pet Care is an additional paid option.
- Supervised childcare/activities — surcharge applies
- Coin‑operated laundry and valet dry cleaning — paid
- Refillable resort mugs and food/beverage purchases
- Minnie Van and rideshare/taxi services — paid
| Extra | How you pay |
|---|---|
| Supervised childcare | Additional surcharge (paid at resort) |
| Laundry | Coins or valet service fee |
| Minnie Van / Uber / Lyft | Paid through app or provider |
| Refillable mugs / meals / drinks | Paid at point of sale |
