Pool Closures!

[xmas16]

Does anyone have any info about when Disney closes their resort pools? I'm staying at the WL in late January but can't find any info as to whether or not the pool will be closed.

Steve

 

[Me!Thatswho]

I would like to know as well, as we are thinking about staying at the Poly the first week of Jan. Any insight that anyone could share would be appreciated.

 

[Bibbidi]

Do you mean closed for the evenings or closed because it's winter? I think you can swim 24 hours, but the issue is a lifeguard won't be on duty. Disney never "closes" any of its pools because it's winter--if that was your question. Have a great trip!

 

[Maggie'sMom]

Do you mean closed for the evenings or closed because it's winter? I think you can swim 24 hours, but the issue is a lifeguard won't be on duty. Disney never "closes" any of its pools because it's winter--if that was your question. Have a great trip!

I think they mean closed for refurbishment. The main pool at CBR is closed for part/most of the spring and will remained closed until late summer due to refurbishment. Otherwise, Disney does not close the pools for the winter.

I'm not sure how far in advance they announced the CBR closure, but it seems like it was at least a few months. I think they'd try to announce it early because it's one of those things that would cause people to change their reservations.

 

[Me!Thatswho]

While I can't speak for the OP, I was initially wondering if they close the pools because the water is too cold, or if the pools are heated all year long. But, I guessing by Bibbidi's answer that there is nothing to be concerned with in that regard. However, now that I think about it, I would be interested in the refurb answer as well. Is that info posted on Mouseplanet or would it be somewhere else?

 

[xmas16]

Sorry, I guess I was not too specific. What I meant was what pool's are scheduled to close for maintenance/refurbishment, etc I booked a room at the WL but no one seems to know when their pool will close for yearly maintenace. I hope I clarified that better. Any thoughts, advice?

Steve

 

[Frankiesmom]

I was booked at the WL in Jan of 2007 and then found out about the pool closure due to refurbishment scheduled while we were supposed to be there; and when I called WDW CRO they had no clue! I read about it here! So,I switched to the AKL. Not fun; all that planning- and then find out the place you can't wait to stay will have no main pool available! Just pay attention here- you'll find out in enough time to switch if you have to.

 

[disnut8]

Sorry, I guess I was not too specific. What I meant was what pool's are scheduled to close for maintenance/refurbishment, etc I booked a room at the WL but no one seems to know when their pool will close for yearly maintenace. I hope I clarified that better. Any thoughts, advice?

Steve

I wasn't really aware that the resort pools had annual maintenance. The water parks do.

 

[kymom99]

When I was booking my reservation, the person on the phone told me about the CBR pool closure.

 

[Alicnwondrln]

Disney Resort Refurbishments

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Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas Construction: 03/05/07 - 04/30/09
The construction will occur in phases with an anticipated completion date of Spring 2009. During this time, guests will hear and/or see construction staff and equipment inside the resort as well as in the external areas of the property during the daytime hours.
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort

Old Port Royale Feature Pool: 01/07/08 - 09/15/08
During this time, Guests may continue to use the six leisure pools located throughout the resort. Additionally, waterslides for children will be added at the Barbados and Jamaica village pools and enhanced children's recreation activities will be offered.
Disney's Contemporary Resort

Tennis Courts: 09/30/06 - TBD
Guests may use other tennis courts, such as the Disney's Grand Floridian Resort tennis courts, as an alternative.
North Garden Wing: 10/31/06 - TBD
Contemporary Playground: Fall 2006 - TBD
Disney's Old Key West Resort

Old Key West Village Pool Slide: 01/05/09 - 01/23/09
For Guest enjoyment, Old Key West Village Pool will continue to operate during this timeframe; only the Pool Slide will be closed. The other pools at Disney's Old Key West will also be open for enjoyment.
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

High Rock Spring Pool Slide: 09/08/08 - 09/26/08
For Guest enjoyment, High Rock Spring Pool will continue to operate during this timeframe; only the pool slide will be closed. The other pools at Disney's Saratoga Springs will also be open for enjoyment.
Information and dates subject to change without notice.
Last updated 06/05/08

 

[xmas16]

thanks alicnwondrlnd,
That helps and makes me feel better about the pool at the WL. Where did you get that info? Just closing a pool for a week to work on it can impact the resort experience for a family with children, like me.I did send an email to Disney to ask them, so far no response yet.

Steve