Disney's Pop Century Resort vs Orlando World Center Marriott
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At a Glance
| Pop Century | Orlando World Center Marriott | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Value | Deluxe |
| Area | ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort Area | Disney Springs Resort Area |
| Transportation | Skyliner, Bus | None listed |
| Table-Service Dining | None | None |
| 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 | One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area |
Tier
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ValueOrlando World Center Marriott
DeluxeArea
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ESPN Wide World of Sports Resort AreaOrlando World Center Marriott
Disney Springs Resort AreaTransportation
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Skyliner, BusOrlando World Center Marriott
None listedTable-Service Dining
Pop Century
NoneOrlando World Center Marriott
NoneQuick-Service Dining
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2 locationsOrlando World Center Marriott
NonePool Amenities
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PoolOrlando World Center Marriott
PoolExtended Evening Hours
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NoOrlando World Center Marriott
NoTop Highlight
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Disney Skyliner access to EPCOT and Hollywood StudiosOrlando World Center Marriott
One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando areaOverview
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.
Orlando World Center Marriott
A very large Marriott convention resort near Walt Disney World, known for its extensive meeting space, golf course, and water amenities.
Amenities
Disney's Pop Century Resort
Recreation
- Pool
- Playground
- Arcade
- Running Trail (1.3 miles around Hourglass Lake)
Other
- Laundry Facilities
Orlando World Center Marriott
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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
Orlando World Center Marriott
Transportation details coming soon.
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
- One of the largest resort pools in the Orlando area
- Extremely large resort with comprehensive amenities
- Golf course on property for golf enthusiasts
- Multiple dining options ranging from quick service to fine dining
- Often available at lower rates than Disney-owned resorts nearby
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
Orlando World Center Marriott
- No Disney transportation, requires car or paid shuttle to all parks
- Not located within Disney property, further from parks than Bonnet Creek
- No Disney on-site perks like Early Entry or advance Lightning Lane booking
- Large resort can feel impersonal and convention-focused
- Long drives to theme parks add cost and time to each park day
On-Site Dining
Community Discussions
Disney's Pop Century Resort
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