Adults only resort on property

[LilyWDW]

Think about it. People 21 and older with alcohol in their system.... You think pool games with kids are bad?

That is what I keep thinking. Everyone is talking about how quiet and relaxing it will be. I have seen more drunk and annoying adults at the pools and lounges around Disney resorts then I have seen out of control kids. So, unless this adult resort also has strict rules about conduct, I don't see how it will be quiet and relaxing!

 

[minnie mum]

That is what I keep thinking. Everyone is talking about how quiet and relaxing it will be. I have seen more drunk and annoying adults at the pools and lounges around Disney resorts then I have seen out of control kids. So, unless this adult resort also has strict rules about conduct, I don't see how it will be quiet and relaxing!

I find this interesting- not just this poster, but several of the others. DH and I frequently go to adults only resorts on other vacations and have very RARELY seen these kinds of problems. But yes, I would think that rules of conduct would play a part, and enforcement of said rules would be even more important. Unfortunately we all know how poorly Disney CMs enforce guest conduct rules. Perhaps that's why you have been seeing such unacceptable behaviour at the Disney resort pools.

 

[bill2012]

I haven't read the whole thread, but Disney did build a resort that catered primarily (though not exclusively) to adults, its deluxe Golf Resort, which failed. And, wasn't Pleasure Island initially adults only, but failed that way? So I suspect that further ventures in that direction are unlikely.

 

[AJ1983]

I haven't read the whole thread, but Disney did build a resort that catered primarily (though not exclusively) to adults, its deluxe Golf Resort, which failed. And, wasn't Pleasure Island initially adults only, but failed that way? So I suspect that further ventures in that direction are unlikely.

I agree. While you don't have to be a child to enjoy Disney, everyone has to remember that is primarily caters to children and families. I wouldn't expect to travel to Disney and find an "adult" environment any more than I would expect to go to Las Vegas and find a "family" environment. I think its more about knowing the destination, and choosing or choosing not to partake, based on whats important to you.

 

[theblondebee]

I totally would. It's not so much kids in general, but the ones that the parents don't supervise and just let run wild. And the teenagers with school groups where there is only one chaperone for a large number. We stayed at a value only once, and had a group of teenagers sit down and lean up against our door at midnight talking very loudly.

 

[cluvsdisney]

I haven't read the whole thread, but Disney did build a resort that catered primarily (though not exclusively) to adults, its deluxe Golf Resort, which failed. And, wasn't Pleasure Island initially adults only, but failed that way? So I suspect that further ventures in that direction are unlikely.

I always thought the failure of PI was a result of taking down the gates. It was poorly situated cutting off a direct path between Downtown & the West End. the gates came down allowing families with kids to walk straight through and IMO that's when PI lost its sparkle.

 

[Deb & Bill]

I totally would. It's not so much kids in general, but the ones that the parents don't supervise and just let run wild. And the teenagers with school groups where there is only one chaperone for a large number. We stayed at a value only once, and had a group of teenagers sit down and lean up against our door at midnight talking very loudly.

Like previous posters, I've had problems at the leisure pools (non-themed pools) where they get taken over by groups of adults. Too much alcohol, tossing balls across the length of the pool, climbing up on shoulders and jumping, etc. They tend to think it is their private pool, and many of the people in the pool aren't even guests at that resort.

There will always be the ones who say "I paid a lot of money for this trip and I am going to do as I please". As well as the guests who are considerate of the other guests.

 

[si-am]

I haven't read the whole thread, but Disney did build a resort that catered primarily (though not exclusively) to adults, its deluxe Golf Resort, which failed. And, wasn't Pleasure Island initially adults only, but failed that way? So I suspect that further ventures in that direction are unlikely.

I always stayed at the Golf Resort as a child; they even had character meals at the restaurant there. I'm not sure its purpose was ever really to cater to adults. I think it failed, ultimately, because of lack of decent transportation and theming compared to the other resorts that were around at the time.

I also agree with the poster above that PI started failing when the gates were opened. The whole thing, especially location, was poorly conceived. Meanwhile, Jellyrolls still seems to be pretty popular.

 

[jeepster93]

I would most certainly stay there, exclusively! I love kids, but having an area to decompress from the parks without kids would be nice

 

[Jennasis]

Hell yes.

 

[TDC Nala]

I don't know. would depend on how much it cost and whether or not it was geared for romantic couples (I don't fit that mold either.) Never gonna happen though.

 

[bill2012]

I always stayed at the Golf Resort as a child; they even had character meals at the restaurant there. I'm not sure its purpose was ever really to cater to adults. I think it failed, ultimately, because of lack of decent transportation and theming compared to the other resorts that were around at the time.
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I agree about why it failed. (Also, big rooms mean high expenses, so you have to charge a lot to make it work.) But I would suggest that the initial conception of a deluxe resort without great park access or theming reflected an adults-oriented focus.

 

[dansyr2514]

If it were in my price range, I would love to stay there!! I'd be happy with just an adult pool/hot tub area though.

 

[MissionMouse]

Look at Disney World advertisement. Kids and family. An adult resort would be anomaly with a stigma, if all Disney guest staying on WDW property, could not visit, shop or dine at the resort.

 

[Robundrh2o]

Abso-friggin-lutely. We have 3 young kids and love taking them to Disney, but we just got back from a kid free trip to CSR and would have loved some peace and quiet for a little while.

 

[BriarRosie]

I definitely don't fit the marketing demographic as a single adult. I wouldn't want to stay somewhere geared to couples.

And to the comments about geared to families with children, yes. That is the main demographic. But they also built a wedding pavilion and lots of different venues suitable for weddings at Disney, so they do cater to adults. Honeymooners, mostly.

I don't see Disney designating an adults-only resort, but I would stay at one if they did.

 

[danceintherain]

Even better would be if they had an adult only hotel and a kids only hotel. It could be like the kids clubs, but you drop them off for the length of your trip and meet up with them for dinner and such.

A REAL Pleasure Island.

Nah, I wouldn't, every nasty tempered human being I've encountered at WDW was an adult. The kids are generally just excited.

I would definitely try it out, but I am usually more bothered by other adults than by children lol.

I would definitely try it. I enjoy seeing the kids' delight to things, and enjoy interacting with well-behaved kids, but I've seen parents ignore their kids who were doing things they shouldn't, as if they were taking a vacation from all rules and manners, or leaving their young children untended at the pool while they went off to get a drink or something. (It's not the kids I mind, it's the adults not taking responsibility for their kids.) Of course, some would probably take a vacation from rules and manners at an adults-only resort, too.

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Yeah...I'm in the "more bothered by adults" group. Honestly, I don't really notice other people's kids at Disney much.
The "adults only" resort would have to offer something really awesome in order to pique my interest. I can't actually think of anything that they may offer at an "adult-only" resort that would be appealing to me and would not be equally as appealing to kids.
I'm not a fan of hot tubs with strangers. I don't care if they're kids.
I don't drink alcohol.
Bigger people can be louder.

I just went on a date with my husband to see Brave the other night and there were more kids in that theater than adults. It didn't reduce the value of my time away from my kid. The most annoying part of the experience was with another adult.

 

[smidgy]

I would love that! The pool would be only adults. No silly kids games.

And the pool would have a deep end.

2 very good points. I miss swimming in water over my head (love the wave pool at TL, even between waves)

Nebo and I have dubbed the CM running the poolside games "yellow jackets" (they wear the yellow shirts) I know kids love it, and I'm sure my 6 year old grandson will this upcoming trip, but boy, are they ever LOUD!

just when you start to relax on your lounger, they are blasting Katy Perry music and screaming into the mike.

it would be nice to be able to lie by a big, themed pool without that noise.


another plus for an adult's only resort is there won't be be annoying tour groups with useless chaperones at your resort!

 

[danijake]

I would try an adult-only resort. I bet the pool would be a much more relaxing experience! Maybe they could even offer rooms with jacuzzis like so many other resorts (off property) do.

I would also like it to have a retro-arcade with classic games from the 80s. Kids these days won't play those, but I know a ton of adults who would love it!

totally agree with this!!

 

[danijake]

Disney is for kids of all ages! I like watching the whole family with kids enjoying themselves. To me, that's part of "magic"!! I could go on a trip to Disney by myself, but I choose not to, because I know I won't have fun without the children. They are part of the equation to make the trip "magical". So, I guess I wouldn't stay there.

If they are going to build an adult only resort... then they should also build a resort for families with children only. No adults are allowed unless they have children under 18. It's fair. It can go both ways.

I don't really understand your response. For those with grown up children, those traveling without children, or someone like me who plans not to have children, the benefit of an adults-only resort would be simple: NO KIDS running around and crying, which means hopefully less noise.

What is the benefit of having a family-only hotel where adults without children aren't allowed?