Grand Floridian Pools Question

[MinnesotaFriar]

Hi all,

For New Year's Eve, we're currently thinking of stuff to do while we're on Disney property. Our passes are actually blacked out for 12/31 only (not able to get into any parks), so we're wide open.

One idea that we have is that if we were to have lunch reservations at Grand Floridian, does anyone know the feasibility of us being able to stay and swim at the pools after? It's not like Stormalong Bay, is it? Shouldn't be too difficult to stick around for a couple of hours after, right?

Also, follow-up question, anyone know what to expect the pool-area to be like on 12/31 during the day? Obviously weather-depending, I'd imagine, but does anyone know if it'll be a good spot to relax for a few hours and enjoy the beach bar, or will it be overrun with people basiclaly fighting for room to enjoy in the pool?

 

[Tuvalu]

Pool use is for resort guests only. The main pool is gated and locked and accessible only by MagicBand. The beach pool is patrolled by CMs who will ask to scan MagicBands.

You can hang out at Summer Breeze (the pool bar) if you wish. But yes, expect that area to be very busy with resort guests on one of the busiest days of the year.

 

[psukardi]

Are you staying at the resort? If not, no pool for you

 

[kasey1988]

Are you staying at the GF? if not then no you cannot use their pool, resort pools are reserved for resort guests only. With the exception of DVC members, I believe they have access to some other pools at DVC resorts during their stay.