Disney’s Pop Century Resort Rooms (Photos, Tour, and Layout)

The rooms at Disney’s Pop Century are a big part of what makes the resort a popular choice, and it hasn’t been long since they were updated. Over the years, we’ve stayed at Disney’s Pop Century more times than I can count. Since it’s a value resort, it’s one of our go-to choices when we want budget-friendly accommodations without sacrificing the conveniences we enjoy most at Disney World. In fact, Pop Century ranks high on our list of best Disney Resorts because of factors like price, location, theming, and amenities

We planned this most recent stay to check out the resort rooms and provide a few updates. Below, we’ll take a detailed look at the rooms at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, including the layout, beds, bathroom, storage, and other features you can expect during your stay. You’ll want to know that while a few room categories offer different locations or views, the basic room design is consistent throughout the resort. Our goal is to give you a clear idea of what the rooms are like before you book a stay.

What’s Changed at Pop Century’s Rooms

If you’ve stayed at Disney’s Pop Century Resort within the last 10 years or so, you might not notice much difference at first glance. The recent room refurbishment was relatively subtle, with the familiar room layout and much of the existing design remaining in place.

The most noticeable changes we found were a slight change in the paint color, which remains a neutral shade, a new pattern in the solid-surface flooring beneath the bed areas, and updated curtains. The overall look and feel of the room remains very familiar, but these small changes give it a refreshed appearance.

Pop Century Room Layout

The rooms at Disney’s Pop Century Resort are approximately 260 square feet and have a practical layout that makes good use of the available space. Each room includes a regular queen-size bed and a second queen-size bed that folds down from the wall. When the second bed is folded up, it doubles as a table with two chairs, giving you more usable space in the room when the bed isn’t needed. Here’s a closer look at the room with the table and chairs in place.

When you’re ready to use the second bed, the table folds underneath. Then, the bed comes down from the wall. We usually move the two chairs to the front corner of the room when the bed is in use. This gives us a little more room to move around the beds.

Both the beds are platform-style with queen-size mattresses. We find the beds comfortable and similar to what you would expect in any standard hotel room.

A pocket door separates the bathroom area from the main sleeping area, which is a practical feature when more than one person is using the room. For example, one person can get ready in the bathroom while someone else is still sleeping, or you can close the door for a little extra privacy.

Another option to consider is connecting rooms. Some rooms have an interior door that can be opened when connecting rooms are reserved. Having two rooms gives larger families or groups more space to spread out. You also get the bonus of having an additional bathroom area and the other amenities that come with the second room.

Beyond the pocket door, the bathroom is divided into two separate spaces: a vanity area and a water closet. This is another practical feature of the Pop Century room layout, especially when more than one person is getting ready at the same time.

The vanity area has a single sink with a decent amount of counter space and several built-in storage areas. There’s a small space for hanging items, along with cubby-style compartments that work particularly well for storing shoes and other smaller belongings. The vanity also includes a built-in ironing board and additional storage compartments.

A second sliding pocket door separates the vanity from the water closet. We find this setup convenient because one person can use the water closet while another uses the vanity area. It provides a little more privacy without requiring the entire bathroom area to be closed off.

Behind the second pocket door, the water closet features a bathtub and shower combination. The tub has glass shower doors rather than a traditional shower curtain.

This completes our look at the basic layout of a Pop Century room. Next, we’ll take a closer look at the room’s amenities and the features you’ll find throughout the space.

Pop Century Room Photos

Overall, the rooms at Pop Century offer a fun touch of Disney without going overboard. Artwork above the beds features familiar characters, including Mickey Mouse and Pluto. Light fixtures are positioned at both ends of the artwork. Each side of the regular bed has a built-in nightstand with a cubby for storage, along with electrical outlets and USB ports for charging devices.

The area around the second queen bed is similarly designed for convenience. When the Murphy-style bed is folded up, it becomes a table with two chairs, which can be useful for dining, working, or simply having a little additional surface space. We usually leave the bed pulled down when we’re using both beds. However, when we only need one, I like having the table available as a desk or dining area. The room also has solid-surface flooring, and the space underneath the regular bed provides enough room to store luggage. I have a reasonably large suitcase that fits underneath with room to spare.

A few additional amenities are located around the room, including the adjustable thermostat, ice bucket, disposable cups, and a Cuisinart single-cup coffee maker with coffee and other accompaniments. Each floor has an ice machine near the elevators. Elevators are located in the center of each building.

A Hey Disney! device is also provided, although we usually unplug ours and move it out of the way. You may remember that we have a guide about how housekeeping works at Disney World. It discusses how you can use the Hey Disney! device to request extra towels or blankets.

The dresser provides storage and surface space, with a flat-screen television mounted above it. Two sets of USB ports and electrical outlets are built into the back of the dresser, while the dresser itself provides ample storage. It also houses an in-room safe with additional shelves. Along the wall, you’ll also find a set of wall hooks, perfect for jackets, swimwear, or other belongings.

One thing to keep in mind is that the beverage cooler in the room is designed to keep drinks chilled rather than function as a traditional refrigerator. The cooler has a warning indicating that it should not be used to store perishable foods. It kept our drinks cool, but I wouldn’t risk it with dairy or leftovers.

Here are a few more photos that highlight these features and other details from our room at Pop Century.

Pop Century Room Bath Area

We’ll also take a look at the bath area. As discussed earlier, a sliding pocket door separates the main room from the vanity area. The space makes good use of built-in storage, with a small area for hanging clothes and shelves.

Since Pop Century is a value resort, the bathroom has a single sink with some counter space. I have found that the ledge above the sink and the additional built-in compartments give us plenty of room for toiletries and personal items. (Please keep in mind that we are always a party of two or three, or sometimes it’s just me.)

A cabinet holds the hair dryer and iron, while a built-in ironing board hangs nearby on the wall. I was also happy to see both a liquid hand soap and a lotion dispenser near the sink. It was a nice touch.

As for the shower, we had excellent water pressure during our stay, although that has never been an issue we’ve encountered at Disney hotels. After a long day in the theme parks, a good shower can feel especially welcome. The detachable showerhead is also helpful when bathing children or rinsing hair. The shower has built-in dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash from Disney’s Sea Marine Collection.

Here are a few more photos of the bath area.

Pop Century Resort Room Tour

We have a video room tour if you want a different room perspective.

Pop Century Room Types

Overall, we love the rooms at Disney’s Pop Century, especially given the budget-friendly pricing. If you’re looking to reserve a room here, you want to know the resort offers four main room categories: Preferred Pool View, Preferred Room, Standard Pool View, and Standard Room.

The primary difference between these categories comes down to location and view. If you’re trying to decide whether a Preferred Room is worth the additional cost, we take a closer look at the Preferred Rooms at Pop Century in a separate guide. We cover where these rooms are located, what you’re paying extra for, and whether I think the location is worth the upgrade.

Location can make a difference at Pop Century, especially if you would like to be closer to Classic Hall, the pools, or transportation. I’ll also put together a guide to the best and worst room locations at Pop Century to help you decide which areas of the resort might work best for your stay.

Final Thoughts

Pop Century remains one of our favorites, and these rooms are a big part of the reason. Hopefully, the photos and room tour above give you a good idea of what to expect before your stay. For more information about the resort, you might enjoy some of our other coverage:

• One of the biggest advantages of staying at Pop Century is access to the Disney Skyliner. If you plan to rope drop Epcot or Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you may also want to see our article that discusses how early to get in line for the Disney Skyliner.

• Our Pop Century Resort Review provides an experience-based account of our stay.

• If you plan to spend time at the pools, make sure to see our guide to the pools at Disney’s Pop Century. It covers everything you need to know.

• Learn more about transportation options at Disney’s Pop Century before your stay. This guide provides a detailed overview of how to get to and from the resort.

• If you’re planning to stay for more than a few days, you might like to learn about laundry options at Disney’s Pop Century. The resort has several laundromats.

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