Disney's Pop Century Resort vs Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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At a Glance
| Pop Century | Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Skyliner, Bus | Bus |
| Table-Service Dining | None | 1 restaurant |
| Quick-Service Dining | 2 locations | None |
| Pool Amenities | Pool | Pool |
| Extended Evening Hours | No | No |
| Top Highlight | Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios | Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World |
Tier
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ValueFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
DeluxeArea
Pop Century
ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
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Skyliner, BusFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
BusTable-Service Dining
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NoneFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
1 restaurantQuick-Service Dining
Pop Century
2 locationsFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NonePool Amenities
Pop Century
PoolFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
PoolExtended Evening Hours
Pop Century
NoFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
NoTop Highlight
Pop Century
Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosFour Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney WorldOverview
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.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
Discover a AAA Five Diamond-rated resort that combines the ultimate in luxury accommodations with a dash of Disney enchantment. Located within Walt Disney World Resort, this lakeside retreat is an idyllic getaway with impeccably designed rooms and suites—along with exclusive amenities and In-Room Celebrations to delight all ages and interests.
Amenities
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Transportation
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
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Bus
Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney Springs
Pros
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Only Forbes Five-Star hotel at Walt Disney World
- Dedicated Disney planning team and exclusive park access benefits
- Exceptional pool complex with multiple pools and lazy river
- Fine dining at Capa rooftop steakhouse with Magic Kingdom fireworks views
- Spacious rooms with luxury furnishings surpassing Disney-owned Deluxes
Cons
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
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort
- Significantly more expensive than any Disney-owned hotel
- Located in Golden Oak, requires shuttle or car to reach theme parks
- Complimentary shuttle to parks runs on a fixed schedule, less flexible than Disney buses
- Does not feel as immersively Disney-themed as Disney-owned resorts
- Located in Golden Oak community, physically distant from all parks
On-Site Dining
Community Discussions
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