Disney's Old Key West Resort vs Disney's Pop Century Resort
Photo: Disney's Old Key West Resort
Photo: Lester Shalloway
At a Glance
| Old Key West | Pop Century | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Deluxe | Value |
| Area | Disney Springs Resort Area | ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort Area |
| Transportation | Boat, Bus | Skyliner, Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | 1 restaurant | None |
| Quick-Service Dining | 4 locations | 2 locations |
| Pool Amenities | Pool, Quiet Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | Yes | No |
| Top Highlight | Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort | Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios |
Tier
Old Key West
DeluxePop Century
ValueArea
Old Key West
Disney Springs Resort AreaPop Century
ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaTransportation
Old Key West
Boat, BusPop Century
Skyliner, BusTable-Service Dining
Old Key West
1 restaurantPop Century
NoneQuick-Service Dining
Old Key West
4 locationsPop Century
2 locationsPool Amenities
Old Key West
Pool, Quiet PoolPop Century
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Old Key West
YesPop Century
NoTop Highlight
Old Key West
Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resortPop Century
Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosOverview
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Experience the romance of the Florida Keys at this tranquil community of Conch Flats—a sprawling island hamlet with shimmering waterways, swaying palm trees and manicured golf-course fairways. Delight in sun-soaked pools, casual dining and such amenities as fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes.
Disney's Pop Century Resort
A large value resort celebrating late-20th-century pop culture, with Skyliner access shared across Hourglass Lake from Art of Animation.
Amenities
Disney's Old Key West Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Quiet Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Playground
- Electric Eel Game Room
- Jogging Trail
- Marina
- Fishing excursions
Wellness
- discover a dry sauna at the base of a lighthouse
- Fitness Center
- R.E.S.T. Health Club
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Transportation
Disney's Old Key West Resort
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Boat
Disney Springs
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Disney's Pop Century Resort
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Skyliner
EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- Largest room sizes of any Disney Vacation Club resort
- Relaxed, laid-back Key West atmosphere ideal for adults
- Full kitchen in villa rooms great for longer stays
- Quieter and less crowded than other Disney resorts
- Close to Disney Springs with boat transportation available
Disney's Pop Century Resort
- Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios
- Best-value resort among the Value tier with superior amenities
- Refurbished rooms with fold-down table bed and modern design
- Does not share bus service, one of the best bus experiences at Value tier
- Fun decades-themed theming from the 50s through the 90s
Cons
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- Very spread-out resort, some villa clusters feel isolated
- Primarily a DVC property, harder to book on cash reservations
- Bus-only transportation to theme parks; boat only goes to Disney Springs
- Limited table service dining compared to other Deluxe resorts
- Lower-energy atmosphere may not feel as immersive for park-focused guests
Disney's Pop Century Resort
- Standard rooms are small at 260 square feet
- No family suites, only standard double-queen or single-king rooms
- Skyliner can have long waits during peak park opening and closing times
- Theming can feel less immersive than Art of Animation next door
- No table service restaurant on property
On-Site Dining
Disney's Old Key West Resort
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Good's Food to Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
breakfast
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Gurgling Suitcase
Quick ServiceAmerican
snack
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Olivia's Cafe
Table ServiceAmerican
breakfast · lunch · dinner
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Olivia's Cafe To Go
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch · dinner
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Turtle Shack Poolside Snacks
Quick ServiceAmerican
lunch
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Community Discussions
Disney's Old Key West Resort
- How is Old Key West? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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- Old Key West/ Saratoga Springs: are they *honestly* okay? r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Solo staying at Old Key West : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
Disney's Pop Century Resort
- Honest opinions on Pop Century? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Pop Century Resort : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Tell Me About Pop Century : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
- Thoughts on POP century? : r/WaltDisneyWorld r/WaltDisneyWorld
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