Offsite pool comparisons: have a favorite?

[sparklemom]

We're planning a WDW trip for this winter (between early December & early February), and I'd be grateful for opinions on offsite hotel pools. I love the look of the Caribe Royale pool, but I've seen a few reviews that say they don't heat it like Disney does. My kids turn blue pretty quickly, so I'd hate to build a vacation around a pool they won't swim in! Anyone have recommendations, both for layout and temperature? (We were happy with the pool temp at the Poly in January '08, when the weather was 70s/50s, if that helps in making comparisons.)

 

[spiceycat]

well there is a Hyatt Grand Cypress - that you might be able to get on priceline or bidshares.

it is lovely and has a great pool.

http://grandcypress.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp?icamp=hyattgrandcypressredirect

 

[zeltoo]

well there is a Hyatt Grand Cypress - that you might be able to get on priceline or bidshares.

it is lovely and has a great pool.

http://grandcypress.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp?icamp=hyattgrandcypressredirect

I'll second the Grand Cypress. We stayed there in August and were so impressed. Especially since I Pricelined the hotel for $85/night.

The pool is massive and so well themed. It took us a couple of visits to find all the features.

 

[tigersmommy]

we stayed at the lake buena vista village and resort

fun pirate ship pool with water slide and zero entry for the little ones. the kids had a great time!

 

[sparklemom]

Thanks for the advice! I'll have to see what kind of rate I can get.

 

[newmouse2008]

The Caribe does have a heated pool. I believe they keep it at 83 degrees. And you also have the option of using the pool next door at their sister resort Buena Vista Suites.

Teresa Echols

 

[JMD]

Not sure how old your kids are, but the Marriott Harbour Lake has a great pool. They actually have 2 pools, one with a big pirate ship with slides and cannons that shoot water. And another WaterWorks area with a big pool and slide.