Hi, Ted!
Whether you book a
Standard Room or a Preferred Room at
Disney's Pop Century Resort, you will get the exact same room. Every room at this resort is about 260 square feet with 2 double beds (or 1 king bed).
So what's the difference? Location! A Preferred Pool View Room will put you near the Hippy Dippy Pool, the feature pool area. A Standard Pool View Room will put you near either the
Bowling Pool or Computer Pool, still wonderful but smaller pools compared to the feature pool.
If walking a bit further is not a big deal to you, it is probably worth it to stick with a Standard Room. It's any easy way to save (about) $10 a night. Personally, I don't mind the extra walk, and I like that it is a bit quieter in the Standard Room section, with not so much foot traffic. I also find the Standard Rooms to be more convenient if you have a car since you will be closer to a parking lot. I always request the 50's section; I love the location.
Whichever room type you choose, just make sure to make a visit to
Everything POP Dining for some yummy Tie Dye cheesecake! Yum!
Enjoy your stay at my favorite Value Resort!
Cathy