The Poly Pool Gate Debate

[Glittercat]

The interesting thing is I told the guard we were there to check out the resort and pool and he handed me a 3 hour pass. We did have MB and I can't remember if someone held the gate for us or if we just went in.

I think it makes perfect sense to check out the pool if you and your son were handed 3 hour passes to try out the resort.

It's good to know that the CM handed you a pass. There was another poster in here somewhere asking about meeting up with their cousins, who were staying at another resort, so they could have a swim together. I also think this is fine.

I agree with this as well.

I do understand that folks would be irritated with someone going to the park for the day and then deciding to use a pool resort. I don't think that's okay or an exception. And people who think they are getting away with something, bragging at poolside is simply rude.

I also think behaving like a jerk is unpleasant for all and sneaking into another resorts pools is just plain rude. This is where feathers get ruffled but I like the idea of a resort or property wide (including DVC users) wristband to help identify offenders and hopefully deter non Disney resort pool hoppers.

 

[Sue M]

I have been a regular annual guest at the Poly since the 70's. Pool hopping has always been a problem there for many reasons. But the prevailing problem is the Poly management's refusal (for whatever reason) to effectively stop it. They have made half-hearted attempts in the recent past, like handing out bracelets, etc. Even now with a fenced in pool that requires a magic band to enter they refuse to have a CM on duty at each entrance to insure that only Poly guests can enter. Why is the management at SAB the only ones that care about this issue?

Good question!!

 

[WillAustin]

II did tattle once during my stay.

Good. I've done it too, and would do it again. Paying what it costs to be there, it shouldn't be any more crowded than needed.

 

[johnsonet]

It is the proximity to MK which makes pool hopping at GF, Poly & CR an issue. I think the fencing has helped, but if a family is determined to get in they will find a way.

exactly right

... a family of 7 took up seven loungers right next to me. They decided to go swimming at the Poly before their Ohana reservation. The family was saying that it was crazy what people paid to say here and they could vacation in real Fiji for so much less. The grandfather then said this pool was so much nicer than their pool at Pop. I only tattled after he started grumbling about how I was taking up an entire shaded table to myself.

the NERVE of some people is what drives me nuts

I got up to refill my mug and informed a life guard on my way out. They were gone when I came back.

4 weeks until I'm at the Polynesian and I hope the thought of pool hoppers won't even cross my mind. I've actually recently read several positive reports of the pool situation, including that the kids' splash area is drawing many people away from the volcano pool. So that's nice

I agree with others in wondering WHY Disney runs such a tight ship at SAB but not at the Polynesian. I guess b/c SAB is a "mini water park" and would be inundated with pool hoppers...
Here's hoping the Polynesian pool gate makes a big difference

 

[ThistleMae]

Now that I've been reading the posts in here....I'm sure I'm going to be watching the gates, just out of curiosity. I won't be able to help myself! LOL. I would like to ask again....is the pool as crowded in November. I've read several posts where people are saying: "it's way too cold to swim in November!" So....pool hopping may not be an issue. Anybody know how the pool crowds are in November?

 

[johnsonet]

^I've stayed at several of the Deluxe resorts in October (but never November) and the pools are often crowded, if it's a sunny and mild day. You just never know! The pools are heated.

 

[mefordis]

One thing that struck me when staying at the BWV was how wide open the pool is. It is very accessible for anyone walking along the Boardwalk to wander in. No one checked bands or anything. However, the pool wasn't at all crowded when we were there early November.

 

[Bree]

Warm enough to swim in November is subjective. The pools are heated, but you won't catch me getting in! I'm a wimp. We were at WL in January and my kids went in the pool while I sat bundled up on a lounger with jeans, sneakers, sweatshirt and a blanket with a hot cup of coffee.

 

[ThistleMae]

Warm enough to swim in November is subjective. The pools are heated, but you won't catch me getting in! I'm a wimp. We were at WL in January and my kids went in the pool while I sat bundled up on a lounger with jeans, sneakers, sweatshirt and a blanket with a hot cup of coffee.

LOL! I can just imagine! I'm cold blooded. Went in an outdoor pool and hot tub in January in NH. It was below zero...my hair froze! I loved it!

 

[Tikiman]

Oh Boy! I am guilty of pool hopping. But had I known or read the signs I would not of done it. So needless to say it is the last of the hopping I will do. My DW and DD went back to the room to take a nap, so me and my DS (7 yo) drove over to the Poly to check out the resort and pool. The interesting thing is I told the guard we were there to check out the resort and pool and he handed me a 3 hour pass. We did have MB and I can't remember if someone held the gate for us or if we just went in. We wore our bathing suits and had no other belongings with us. The pool area was quite busy so we just threw our shirts and flip flops in a pile in the corner. We probably spent an hour or so in the pool dried off then spent 30 minutes walking the grounds and 30 minutes checking out the shops. Needless to say in the August heat you dry off pretty quickly. We then hopped back into the car and headed to our hotel. While it was rule breaking I do feel a little better knowing I did not tie up any of the lounge chairs. lol

Interesting story because the main pool was not open in August.

 

[Sue M]

I've gone swimming mid day in January, Florida weather is unpredictable. It can get up to high 70s low 80s. Mid day is the warmest.
Couldn't find a lounge chair at Poly pool so ended up on the beach near pool. But with enlarged pool deck shouldn't be a problem now.

 

[mefordis]

Early November is actually quite warm during the daytime.

 

[maciemouse]

Just got back. Never noticed pool hoppers. No problems getting in hot tub. Some of the gates did not work while I was there. Gates are also propped open during wishes. Missed hammocks!

 

[tbaptista]

Interesting story because the main pool was not open in August.

Hmmm. Maybe it was our April break trip we took... Had to be either 2014 or this year as we had MBs that I am sure of. Darn you senior moments.

We have family in Zephyrhills so we visit FL a lot and usually squeeze 3 days in WDW each visit.

 

[JohnDaleswife]

Interesting story because the main pool was not open in August.

Hmmmmmm.........................

 

[LvsTnk]

Hmmm. Maybe it was our April break trip we took... Had to be either 2014 or this year as we had MBs that I am sure of. Darn you senior moments.

No gate either at that time anyway, besides you said "check out the pool" which I'm sure a lot of people do, not swim it it.

 

[tbaptista]

No gate either at that time anyway, besides you said "check out the pool" which I'm sure a lot of people do not swim it it.

Probably why I couldn't remember if someone held the gate for us or if we just went in. No gate at all, guess we went right in. lmbo!

 

[joedplumber]

Probably why I couldn't remember if someone held the gate for us or if we just went in. No gate at all, guess we went right in. lmbo!

I know how you feel. All my Disney trips seem blurred into one! Lol

 

[Tikiman]

Probably why I couldn't remember if someone held the gate for us or if we just went in. No gate at all, guess we went right in. lmbo!

 

[jhaig]

I agree with others in wondering WHY Disney runs such a tight ship at SAB but not at the Polynesian. I guess b/c SAB is a "mini water park" and would be inundated with pool hoppers...
Here's hoping the Polynesian pool gate makes a big difference

I guess I would be curious to see if the Poly will clamp down on hopping once the quiet pool is being refurbed.