Staying at TownePlace Suites, SpringHill Suites, Home2 Suites, Homewood Suites, Fairfield Inn or Residence Inn, at Flamingo Crossings? Here's what the pool situation actually looks like at each one — from someone who has stayed in all six.
TownePlace Suites and SpringHill Suites
These two share the same pool — a three-pronged larger pool with a big deck, an outdoor bar, and an indoor restaurant. It's genuinely nice but these two hotels are built for groups and bus traffic. When both hotels are full the pool deck gets busy fast. Good pool, just know what you're walking into.
Home2 Suites and Homewood Suites
The only two Flamingo Crossings hotels with a slide. Nice decor, medium size, good energy. These two share the pool between them. Can get busy and might have the best family atmosphere of the six, it's some's opinion. If you have kids who care about a slide, this is your answer.
Fairfield Inn
Smaller pool. Not so busy usually. Small outdoor bar but not much activity. Fine for a quiet swim but don't expect a resort pool experience.
Residence Inn
Smaller and quieter than the others. Sits a little bit more in the business or corporate kind of property feel. Not much kid activity. If you want a peaceful pool without screaming kids, Residence Inn is your spot.
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The honest summary Kids who want a slide — Home2 or Homewood. Families who want a lively pool scene — TownePlace or SpringHill. Families who want quiet — Residence Inn or Fairfield. None of these are resort pools. They're all solid for a budget Disney trip.
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The pool is one piece of it. The breakfast crowds, parking fees, shuttle position, room size, and whether youth sports groups are there that week all matter just as much. I've stayed in all six and filmed every one.
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