Pools, kids’ areas and family facilities at Pop Century
Disney's Pop Century Resort has three heated outdoor pools (Hippy Dippy Pool, Bowling Pool, Computer Pool) plus a separate children's pool; the Hippy Dippy Pool is the main feature pool and has the Petals Pool Bar nearby. Pools are open to registered resort guests only and are maintained at a comfortable year-round temperature.
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Pools at a glance
Pop Century features three outdoor heated pools: the Hippy Dippy Pool (the main feature pool), the Bowling Pool in the 1950s area, and the Computer Pool in the 1990s area. All three pools are available to registered resort guests.
The resort also has a dedicated children's pool separate from the three main pools for younger swimmers and family playtime.
- Three heated outdoor pools: Hippy Dippy Pool (main), Bowling Pool, Computer Pool
- Dedicated children's pool for young children
- Pool temperatures are maintained around 82°F (28°C) year-round
| Pool | Location/Notes |
|---|---|
| Hippy Dippy Pool | Main feature pool; near Petals Pool Bar |
| Bowling Pool | 1950s section |
| Computer Pool | 1990s section |
Kids’ areas and supervised childcare
In addition to the children's pool, Pop Century offers supervised childcare/activities for an additional surcharge; ask front desk for current availability and details. The resort is family-friendly and has no adults-only sections, so on-site activities and facilities are suitable for all ages.
Evening offerings often include the free 'Movies Under the Stars' program shown most evenings near the Hippy Dippy Pool (weather permitting), a low-cost option for families who want a simple evening activity without leaving the resort.
- Children’s pool for toddler and young-child play
- Supervised childcare/activities available for a surcharge (ask resort for details)
- Outdoor family movie nights near Hippy Dippy Pool (weather permitting)
| Family Feature | Typical Location/Note |
|---|---|
| Children's pool | Separate area near main pool complex |
| Supervised childcare | On-property service; surcharge applies |
| Movies Under the Stars | Shown near Hippy Dippy Pool most evenings |
Pool safety, rules and essentials
Disney policy restricts pool use to registered resort guests and Disney Vacation Club members; Pop Century guests cannot use pools at other Disney resorts (no pool-hopping). Main feature pools are typically open only when lifeguards are on duty — smaller/quiet pools may not have lifeguards on duty.
Pop Century generally does not provide pool towels at the value-resort level, so plan to bring towels from your guest room. Life vests are available poolside to borrow, and diaper-age children must wear swim diapers or plastic pants in the pools.
- Pool access limited to registered resort guests and Disney Vacation Club members
- Main feature pool staffed by lifeguards when open; smaller pools may not be lifeguarded
- Guests should bring room towels for pool use (pool towels typically not provided)
- Poolside life vests available to borrow; swim diapers/plastic pants required for diaper-age children
| Item | Policy/Note |
|---|---|
| Pool towels | Usually not provided; bring from your room |
| Lifeguards | Feature pool open only when lifeguards are on duty |
| Swim diapers | Required for diaper-age children |
Poolside food and drinks
Petals Pool Bar sits poolside at the Hippy Dippy Pool and serves cocktails, beer, wine, sangria and light snacks. It operates on a walk-up basis and does not accept dining reservations.
For full meals, Everything POP Shopping & Dining in Classic Hall is the resort's quick-service food court, open daily and serving breakfast through dinner; both Petals and Everything POP accept Disney Dining Plan quick-service credits.
- Petals Pool Bar: poolside drinks and light bites (hours published as 11:00 AM–11:00 PM on Disney's site)
- Everything POP Shopping & Dining: quick-service food court in Classic Hall, open 7:00 AM–11:00 PM
- No table-service restaurants on property; both venues operate walk-up only
| Venue | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Petals Pool Bar | Poolside bar with drinks and light snacks (walk-up) |
| Everything POP Shopping & Dining | Seven-station food court serving breakfast, lunch and dinner |
Family facilities beyond the pools
Pop Century offers other family-oriented amenities including an on-site arcade/game room, coin-operated laundry facilities, free Wi‑Fi throughout the resort, and a roughly one-mile jogging trail for active guests. There is no on-site spa or traditional fitness center.
The resort provides complimentary transportation across Walt Disney World and direct Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios (when the Skyliner is operating). Self-parking is complimentary for registered resort guests.
- Arcade/game room on property
- Coin-operated self-service laundry and valet dry-cleaning pickup
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas
- Jogging trail with a lap of about one mile
- Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios; complimentary buses to other parks
| Facility | Note |
|---|---|
| Arcade | Indoor game room available on site |
| Laundry | Coin-operated self-service machines throughout resort |
| Transportation | Skyliner plus complimentary Disney bus service |
Accessibility and room notes for families
Accessible rooms are available at Pop Century, and many room types include options for wheelchair access and hearing-safe features. Room names include Standard Pool View and Preferred Pool View; accessible versions of these room types are offered (for example, Accessible Standard Pool View king room listed in some images).
Rooms do not include microwaves — guest-use microwaves are available in Everything POP. Rooms feature versatile murphy beds and an interactive 'Hey Disney' device; specific bedding configurations vary by room type.
- Accessible room options available; buildings have elevators and stairs
- Room names to note: Standard Pool View, Preferred Pool View (accessible variants exist)
- No in-room microwaves; food-court microwaves available in Everything POP
| Room feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Accessible rooms | Wheelchair-accessible layouts and some hearing-accessible options |
| Bedding | Murphy beds and various configurations depending on room type |
| In-room appliances | No microwaves; food-court microwaves available for guest use |
