What to pack for a stay at Pop Century — park and resort checklist
Pack park basics (comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, refillable water bottle, portable phone charger) plus pool gear and quick snacks for a stay at Disney's Pop Century Resort. For the room, bring small comforts you want that aren’t provided—there are no in-room microwaves, but the Everything POP food court and shared microwaves cover that need.
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Essentials for arrival and your room
Bring government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card (or cash deposit) for check-in — the resort may request these at the front desk. Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Rooms are non-smoking and offer complimentary Wi‑Fi, but do not include microwaves. If you need accessibility features, book one of the accessible room types such as Standard Pool View or Preferred Pool View that list wheelchair or hearing-accessible options.
- ID + credit card or cash deposit
- Printed or mobile reservation confirmation
- Small travel power strip or multi-plug (hotel outlets can be limited)
- Pack any medications and a basic first-aid kit
| Room Type examples | What to check before arrival |
|---|---|
| Standard Room | Bed configuration and accessibility options |
| Standard Pool View | Confirm bed type: 1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed + 1 Queen Sofa Bed |
| Preferred Pool View | Request accessibility features if needed |
What to pack for park days
Pop Century is a Value resort with complimentary bus service and Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios — pack for long days walking at the parks. Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes and breathable clothing will make park days easier.
Bring items that save time and money in the parks: a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, a compact poncho for sudden Florida showers, and a portable phone charger for mobile tickets and photos.
- Comfortable walking shoes and moisture-wicking socks
- Refillable water bottle (refill stations are available)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
- Light rain poncho or compact umbrella
- Portable battery pack and charging cable
| Item | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Refillable water bottle | Saves on drinks and keeps you hydrated in heat |
| Portable charger | Keeps phone usable for mobile tickets and photos |
| Poncho | Short afternoon storms are common in summer |
Pool, swim and leisure gear
Pop Century has three heated outdoor pools (including the Hippy Dippy Pool) plus a children’s pool. Pool towels are generally not provided at value-tier resorts, so bring your own towels from the room for pool use.
Life vests are available to borrow poolside and the main feature pool is staffed by lifeguards when open; smaller pools may not have lifeguards. Diaper-age children must wear swim diapers or plastic pants in the pools.
- Pack family swim towels (hotel towels may be restricted for pool use)
- Swim diapers and plastic pants for infants/toddlers
- Sunscreen suitable for swimmers (water-resistant)
- Light pool toys, floaties, and goggles
| Pool fact | What to bring |
|---|---|
| Three heated outdoor pools | Family swim towels and sunscreen |
| Children’s pool available | Swim diapers and small floatation aids |
| Life vests available to borrow | You can rely on resort vests rather than packing them |
Dining, snacks and food planning
Everything POP Shopping & Dining is the resort’s quick-service food court (open daily 7:00 AM–11:00 PM) and is located in Classic Hall. There is no table-service restaurant on property; Petals Pool Bar serves drinks and light snacks at the Hippy Dippy Pool.
Guest rooms do not have microwaves, but shared microwaves are available near the food court. If you plan to bring groceries or perishable items, consider the Grab-N-Go options or store items in the room’s small refrigerator if provided with your room type.
- Reusable refillable resort mug if you’ll use fountain drinks/coffee
- Small snacks for park mornings (granola bars, fruit, etc.)
- If you need special food items, plan to bring them — the food court has grab-and-go but not full grocery supplies
- No reservations required or accepted at Everything POP or Petals Pool Bar
| Venue | Hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Everything POP Shopping & Dining | 7:00 AM–11:00 PM; quick-service food court |
| Petals Pool Bar | 11:00 AM–11:00 PM; poolside drinks and snacks |
Transport, documents and extras
Pop Century offers Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios and complimentary Disney bus service to other parks; carry a charged phone for mobile boarding passes and Skyliner status updates. Minnie Van rideshare and taxis/ride-shares are available for paid transport around Walt Disney World and to destinations off property.
Bring printed or mobile copies of reservation details and any tickets. If you plan to rent a car, self-parking is complimentary for registered resort guests; confirm any vehicle details at check-in.
- Mobile device with venue apps and tickets
- Printed reservation confirmation and ID
- If driving: driver's license and car key; complimentary self-parking applies to registered guests
- Cash or card for Minnie Van or ride-share if needed
| Transport option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Disney Skyliner | Direct gondola access to EPCOT & Hollywood Studios |
| Disney buses | Complimentary to other parks and Disney Springs |
| Minnie Van / rideshare | Paid option through Lyft app or ride-share apps |
Families and kids: what to bring
Pop Century is family-friendly with supervised childcare/activities available for a surcharge and an on-site arcade. Pack basics to make park and pool days smoother for kids and to reduce purchases on-site.
Nightly 'Movies Under the Stars' are shown most evenings near the Hippy Dippy Pool weather permitting; bring a light blanket or small foldable seat if you want more comfort while watching outdoors.
- Child-friendly snacks and easy-to-carry drinks
- Light blanket or travel chairs for outdoor movies
- Portable stroller for long park days (collapsible if flying)
- Extra change of clothes for little ones (Florida heat and pools)
| Activity | What to pack |
|---|---|
| Arcade/game room | Small bills for game tokens |
| Supervised childcare (surcharge) | Confirm age limits and sign-up details at front desk |
| Outdoor movie nights | Blanket or small seating pad |
