Share pools?

[mollyseven]

O.k so I am wondering ...can you use the facilities at other resorts? Like if we stay at Pop Century or CBR can we then use a pool at the Polynesian or somewhere else?
We are going May 21st for a week.
Thanks for your suggestions.
Denise

 

[cara loves the poly]

No, you are not allowed to use another resort pool. That is considered pool hopping and really looked down upon.

 

[grimley1968]

You can only use the pool at the resort you are staying at.

There are certain exceptions to this policy:

- Resorts that share pools, such as POR and POFQ, the All-Stars, Yacht Club and Beach Club, etc.
- DVC owners may pool-hop

As far as eating at other resorts, you can go to any restaurant you like.

 

[jbdreamer]

Most resorts you are not even allowed to visit unless you are a guest there or have dinner reservations.

 

[formernyer]

I could swear this is at least the third time this same question has been asked in less than 24 hours.

 

[mickeyluv'r]

This topic has been hotly debated on this board. Be prepared!

It isn't extremely common at all the pools, but Disney security does check ID's at a number of the pools, especially on busy days, and especially at the deluxe resorts. Forget about sneaking into the one at the BC/YC!

Also, it would be pretty bad to get kicked out of a pool!

On the other hand, the pools at all the resorts are kind of cool, so I say, why not enjoy the pool at your own resort!

 

[grimley1968]

Most resorts you are not even allowed to visit unless you are a guest there or have dinner reservations.

This isn't true. We've visited many other resorts while staying at one resort. We just didn't attempt to swim there. Resorts welcome people who stay at other resorts to check them out, walk around the lobby, the grounds, etc.

 

[jbdreamer]

This isn't true. We've visited many other resorts while staying at one resort. We just didn't attempt to swim there. Resorts welcome people who stay at other resorts to check them out, walk around the lobby, the grounds, etc.

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

I was having lunch with a group friends at the Polynesian. When we drove up, they wanted to know whose name the reservation was under. I didn't know the last name of the woman who made the reservation so they wouldn't let us in.

 

[cara loves the poly]

This isn't true. We've visited many other resorts while staying at one resort. We just didn't attempt to swim there. Resorts welcome people who stay at other resorts to check them out, walk around the lobby, the grounds, etc.

That is how you get a "feel" of where you want to stay next!

 

[grimley1968]

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

I was having lunch with a group friends at the Polynesian. When we drove up, they wanted to know whose name the reservation was under. I didn't know the last name of the woman who made the reservation so they wouldn't let us in.

Just because they didn't let you park there, doesn't mean they don't welcome non-Poly guests to visit. I've stayed there twice, and always saw tons of visitors walking around. I've visited many resorts by car. I just told them I wanted to look around, and they gave me a short-term pass and told me where to park. I have to say it would look pretty fishy to a parking guard when someone drives up and says they can't remember the name of the person they're meeting for dinner, and that could possibly be why he didn't let you park there. When I've driven to other resorts to eat, I just tell them I'm going to eat and they let me in. I don't claim to have an ADR, because you don't always need one at all the resort restaurants. For the most part, though, I just use some form of Disney transportation to get me to the other resorts, combined with a trip to a park first.

If they didn't want people visiting the Poly they would not have the monorail stopping next to the lobby, nor would they have boats coming there from MK. They don't check ID's at these stops.

 

[NMW]

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

I was having lunch with a group friends at the Polynesian. When we drove up, they wanted to know whose name the reservation was under. I didn't know the last name of the woman who made the reservation so they wouldn't let us in.

I really think that may be more of a parking thing. They don't want non-resort guests parking at the POLY and then taking the monorail to MK. It's the same thing at the CR, GF (monorail resorts). When you pull up they ask for your ADR number or the name the ADR is under because people dining at the resort are the only others allowed to park there. Since you couldn't give that information, they may have thought you just wanted to park there for the day. I have heard the same thing about the BWI/BWV (Epcot resort). You need an ADR # or the name.

Now just VISITING a resort is no problem if you are using Disney transportation and not trying to park there. In fact at Christmas time it's encouraged by CM's just to see the decorations.

Plus lots and lots of people take the monorail to the POLY to eat dinner even though they may be staying at say, the YC. Lots of people do the same thing at all the other monorail resort restaurants-Chef Mickey's, Calif grill, etc. PLus lots and lots of people walk or take the boat from Epcot to eat at an Epcot resort restaurant (Flying Fish, Yachtsman Steak house...) or have a drink at one of the bars, look around, walk on the boardwalk, etc...

Are you saying this IS NOT allowed or SHOULD NOT be allowed? It is most definately allowed, encouraged in guide books (for example, some books suggest taking the monorail to a monorail resort restaurant for lunch while at the MK for the day), suggested by CM's. For example, in Dec a CM asked me if we had taken the monorail over to the GF to see the gingerbread house...I said yes, two days ago. Are you saying we had "no business" going to the GF lobby and buying a gingerbread house-that I had to carry on the plane by the way???

I think you're mistaken and that the POLY's refusal had everything to do with parking and not actually "visiting" the POLY. Next time you're in the MK, take the monorail over to the POLY for dinner at OHana. I promise they will not kick you out!

 

[grimley1968]

I really think that may be more of a parking thing. They don't want non-resort guests parking at the POLY and then taking the monorail to MK. It's the same thing at the CR, GF (monorail resorts). When you pull up they ask for your ADR number or the name the ADR is under because people dining at the resort are the only others allowed to park there. Since you couldn't give that information, they may have thought you just wanted to park there for the day. I have heard the same thing about the BWI/BWV (Epcot resort). You need an ADR # or the name.

Now just VISITING a resort is no problem if you are using Disney transportation and not trying to park there. In fact at Christmas time it's encouraged by CM's just to see the decorations.

Plus lots and lots of people take the monorail to the POLY to eat dinner even though they may be staying at say, the YC. Lots of people do the same thing at all the other monorail resort restaurants-Chef Mickey's, Calif grill, etc. PLus lots and lots of people walk or take the boat from Epcot to eat at an Epcot resort restaurant (Flying Fish, Yachtsman Steak house...) or have a drink at one of the bars, look around, walk on the boardwalk, etc...

Are you saying this IS NOT allowed or SHOULD NOT be allowed? It is most definately allowed, encouraged in guide books (for example, some books suggest taking the monorail to a monorail resort restaurant for lunch while at the MK for the day), suggested by CM's. For example, in Dec a CM asked me if we had taken the monorail over to the GF to see the gingerbread house...I said yes, two days ago. Are you saying we had "no business" going to the GF lobby and buying a gingerbread house-that I had to carry on the plane by the way???

I think you're mistaken and that the POLY's refusal had everything to do with parking and not actually "visiting" the POLY. Next time you're in the MK, take the monorail over to the POLY for dinner at OHana. I promise they will not kick you out!

Well said. I forgot about the angle that some people try to abuse the system by parking at the Poly and taking the monorail to MK. A confirmed ADR# or name is the best way to prevent that.

But remember, don't try to swim in the Poly pool if you're not staying there. And who'd want to, if you'd just get stomach cramps from filling up at Ohana first?

 

[safetymom]

There shouldn't be any problems visiting another resort. I do it quite often. At some resorts I am given a parking pass for 3 hours, at others I am just welcomed to drive on through and visit what I want. If it is a resort known for parking issues they will ask for your reservation number for dinner or other meal.

 

[Allison]

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

I was having lunch with a group friends at the Polynesian. When we drove up, they wanted to know whose name the reservation was under. I didn't know the last name of the woman who made the reservation so they wouldn't let us in.

Huh?? I have been warmly welcomed to look around the resort at the Poly, Grand Floridian and Pop Century all in one day (not to use the pool of course). But, that is off-topic to the original question.

 

[jann1033]

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

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sorry this simply is not true. who do you think eat at all the restaurants there..someone steered you wrong...some places with out a ressie you might not be able to park there but that is why they have transportation provided

 

[Nancyg56]

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

I was having lunch with a group friends at the Polynesian. When we drove up, they wanted to know whose name the reservation was under. I didn't know the last name of the woman who made the reservation so they wouldn't let us in.

We visited the GF during our stay. I wanted to see the Gingerbread house and wanted to see the beautiful lobby. It was clear that we were visiting and not a guest of teh resort, yet we were treated cordially. Next trip I intend to visit the BC because I would like to plan a stay there, and want to see the pool and grounds.

 

[Feralpeg]

They don't welcome people to visit other resorts. If you are not a guest, then you really shouldn't be there.

I was having lunch with a group friends at the Polynesian. When we drove up, they wanted to know whose name the reservation was under. I didn't know the last name of the woman who made the reservation so they wouldn't let us in.

All you needed to do was tell them you were having lunch there and present a photo id. They would have given you a 3 hour parking pass.

 

[mjmcca]

I have a freind who works the front desk and sometimes int he back room at the BC. I drive most of the time when I am at WDW since I have children and if they fall asleep on me it is easier to get hem out of my car than a bus. I go and visit my friend at least once a trip at her job ( this is in addition to the time spent in her home). The BC has issues with people wanting to park here and go to Epcot and MGM. I have never had a problem parking and going to the resort after I tell them I am meeting someone there.

 

[kathy carleton]

You may only use the pool at your resort only. Of course if at POR you may use the "sister pool" at POFQ, and at AS- use any of the AS pools. This is quite the hot topic on these boards!! But I must say, I do understand- we go frequently, and the pool has a huge determining factor in our warm weather choice to WDW. It is not fair if I save up all year @$300 per night so I can enjoy deluxe amenities, and the family in the 5 chairs next to me are staying at POP for $99 per night...

There are signs posted at all WDW resort pools that indicate that the pools is for Resort guests only. You do not want to be embarassed and asked to leave. I appreciate you asking ahead of time so you understand. Enjoy your trip.

PS- we have always been welcomed to visit other resorts to eat or shop or decide if that is where we wish to stay on next visit. We are usually issued a 3 hr pass. At holidays, etc, this has been the case for us.

 

[NMW]

I honestly have never understood the appeal of pool hopping anyway. We are DVC members and one of our "perks" is that we can pool hop to any pool on property with the exception of SAB at BC/YC and the pool at AKL. I can assure all POLY guests here that I NEVER intend to pool hop there! To me pool water is pool water and traveling in wet bathing suits with 3 kids just to swim at another resort's pool does not sound like fun to me. If we go to the POLY, it's to eat and have some tropical drinks. Now that sounds like a good time to me.