ead79
<font color=#FF0066>Disney Bride!<br><font color=v
- Joined
- Jan 21, 2000
- Messages
- 10,436
Pop Century Resort Standard Room #7434
Pop Century Standard Room Pictures
Colin and I decided a couple of months before the honeymoon that it would be nice to add on an extra day at Disney World. We thought it would be really fun to try out a brand new resort only a few days after its opening, so we added on a night at Pop Century. I have stayed at All Star Music before, so I had an idea of what to expect, but I was excited to see the theming of Pop Century. When we arrived we couldnt believe how many people were there! It was the very beginning of holiday season, and it seemed that we werent the only ones who wanted to try the new resort. The line to check in was HUGE, but Im happy to report that the front desk staff worked very efficiently. While Colin waiting in the line, I walked around the lobby looking at the shadow boxes they have mounted on the walls with tons of memorabilia from each decade. After about 40 minutes it was our turn to check in. Despite how busy they were, we were thrilled to find out that our room was ready (this was around noon-ish). We were assigned to one of the 80s buildings, which we were very excited about since we grew up in the 80s. We drove our car over to the 80s parking area and were able to get a good spot close to our building. Our room was on the 4th floor and the railing looked out over the area where the other half of Pop Century (with the decades 1900-1940) will be. Believe it or not, you could even see the Swan/Dolphin Resorts and the Tower of Terror from the balcony outside our room. Im not sure if you will still be able to see those things once the other half of Pop Century is constructed, but its possible. Our room itself was small, but immaculately clean. I think it could be a bit cramped with four people in it (particularly with only one sink and not much area to put toiletries), but we had no problems with just the two of us. The room was cheerfully decorated, and the bedspreads were very cute. They were decorated with icons from the 1950s 1990s. Since we were in the 80s building, there was an 80s wallpaper border and a poster with Disney stuff from the 80s. The poster had neat memorabilia on it like an Epcot Center opening postcard, a Tron movie cover, etc. The entertainment center was large and had ample drawer space.
As far as the resort itself goes, we thought Disney did a terrific job with theming their newest resort. I had seen pictures of Pop Century online and was a little worried that it would look a bit tacky, but we didnt find that to be the case at all. When youre there, the décor really fits the theme perfectly. We took time to tour the resort and were happy to find lots of great photo opportunities (like a place to take your picture with Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head). We even found some areas where you could play Twister! The gift shop was large and had a good selection. The food court was HUGE, and also offered a wide variety of choices. We ate both a late lunch and breakfast there, and our food was very tasty both times. I would stay at Pop Century again, particularly when they open the second section so I can check it out too.
For my other resort reviews/photos from my honeymoon trip, click the links below:
Grand Floridian Honeymoon Turret Room Review
BoardWalk Inn Garden Suite Review
Pop Century Standard Room Pictures
Colin and I decided a couple of months before the honeymoon that it would be nice to add on an extra day at Disney World. We thought it would be really fun to try out a brand new resort only a few days after its opening, so we added on a night at Pop Century. I have stayed at All Star Music before, so I had an idea of what to expect, but I was excited to see the theming of Pop Century. When we arrived we couldnt believe how many people were there! It was the very beginning of holiday season, and it seemed that we werent the only ones who wanted to try the new resort. The line to check in was HUGE, but Im happy to report that the front desk staff worked very efficiently. While Colin waiting in the line, I walked around the lobby looking at the shadow boxes they have mounted on the walls with tons of memorabilia from each decade. After about 40 minutes it was our turn to check in. Despite how busy they were, we were thrilled to find out that our room was ready (this was around noon-ish). We were assigned to one of the 80s buildings, which we were very excited about since we grew up in the 80s. We drove our car over to the 80s parking area and were able to get a good spot close to our building. Our room was on the 4th floor and the railing looked out over the area where the other half of Pop Century (with the decades 1900-1940) will be. Believe it or not, you could even see the Swan/Dolphin Resorts and the Tower of Terror from the balcony outside our room. Im not sure if you will still be able to see those things once the other half of Pop Century is constructed, but its possible. Our room itself was small, but immaculately clean. I think it could be a bit cramped with four people in it (particularly with only one sink and not much area to put toiletries), but we had no problems with just the two of us. The room was cheerfully decorated, and the bedspreads were very cute. They were decorated with icons from the 1950s 1990s. Since we were in the 80s building, there was an 80s wallpaper border and a poster with Disney stuff from the 80s. The poster had neat memorabilia on it like an Epcot Center opening postcard, a Tron movie cover, etc. The entertainment center was large and had ample drawer space.
As far as the resort itself goes, we thought Disney did a terrific job with theming their newest resort. I had seen pictures of Pop Century online and was a little worried that it would look a bit tacky, but we didnt find that to be the case at all. When youre there, the décor really fits the theme perfectly. We took time to tour the resort and were happy to find lots of great photo opportunities (like a place to take your picture with Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head). We even found some areas where you could play Twister! The gift shop was large and had a good selection. The food court was HUGE, and also offered a wide variety of choices. We ate both a late lunch and breakfast there, and our food was very tasty both times. I would stay at Pop Century again, particularly when they open the second section so I can check it out too.
For my other resort reviews/photos from my honeymoon trip, click the links below:
Grand Floridian Honeymoon Turret Room Review
BoardWalk Inn Garden Suite Review
Thanks for the pics they look great. Glad you had a great time.
