Sunshine, Play, and Lasting Fun: Why Concrete Games Work So Well at Florida Resorts
When you run a resort in Central Florida, you know one thing for sure — people come here to be outside. The sunshine, the warm nights, the palm trees, and the feeling of being on vacation are what make places like Kissimmee and Orlando so special.We’ve spent years working with major resort properties around Disney, including several projects with Diamond Resorts, Marriott Resorts, and even a couple of installations for Disney’s staff housing developments. What we’ve learned is simple:
When you give guests great outdoor spaces that are fun, low-maintenance, and built to last, those spaces become the heartbeat of the property.
That’s exactly what’s happened again and again when properties bring in concrete ping pong tables, concrete foosball tables, concrete cornhole, concrete shuffleboard, and concrete chess tables. These aren’t just games. In a Florida resort, they’re gathering spots, photo moments, and memories in the making.
1. Guests Want More Than Just a Pool
The pool is the center of most Florida resorts, especially near Disney. Families gather there every afternoon. But every resort manager knows: once you’ve checked into a poolside chair, the novelty wears off after a while. Concrete game tables turn pool decks into interactive spaces. Ping pong gets everyone involved — teens, parents, grandparents. Cornhole becomes an easy family tournament while the kids splash. Foosball draws people in as they walk by. Shuffleboard adds a touch of Florida tradition. Chess gives guests a slower, shaded way to relax. What’s nice is that these games don’t require staff, reservations, or setup. They’re just there—ready when guests are.
2. The Florida Weather Makes It Easy
One of the best parts of running a resort in Kissimmee or Orlando is that outdoor amenities can be used year-round. That means you’re not investing in something that sits idle for half the year. Our concrete ping pong and cornhole setups are built to thrive in Florida conditions: no fading in the sun, no warping from humidity, no rusting in summer storms. We’ve walked properties years after installation and the tables still look like they belong there—just with a few happy scuffs from thousands of games played.
3. Resorts Near Disney Are About Experiences
People don’t come to Central Florida just to sleep in a room. They come for the experience — whether it’s the parks, the pool, or the spaces in between. When we worked with Marriott Resorts near Disney, they wanted their outdoor amenities to extend the vacation vibe beyond the theme park gates. Adding concrete games to their pool deck and common areas created small moments of joy for families right where they were staying.
You’d see it every evening: kids playing foosball in their swimsuits, parents tossing cornhole bags as the sun set, ping pong tournaments breaking out between guests who met just minutes before. These are the moments guests remember and share.
4. Easy for Staff — Big for Guests
Every resort manager will tell you: amenities that look great but require constant maintenance lose their shine fast. Concrete games solve that problem. They don’t need setup or teardown. There’s no moving furniture. No maintenance crew needed to keep them looking good. No storage or seasonal planning. They’re as low-lift as an amenity gets, but they give guests a huge return in daily use.
5. Perfect for BBQ Zones, Pool Decks, and Lawn Areas
Resorts around Walt Disney World Resort have a lot of outdoor zones that are good, but underused. BBQ areas, green lawns, or spaces between buildings often feel like wasted square footage. That’s where we’ve seen the biggest transformations. Cornhole near BBQs is perfect for families while dinner cooks. Ping pong and foosball by the pool keep the energy high. Shuffleboard in shaded lawn areas creates a laid-back, classic Florida feel. Chess tables tucked under palms give guests a quiet, relaxing, photogenic moment. Resorts don’t need to build new spaces — they just activate the ones they already have.
6. A Win for Guests of All Ages
Florida resorts cater to families, couples, seniors, and groups, and that’s exactly who these games serve. Kids can run right up and start playing cornhole or ping pong. Teens love foosball tournaments that last half the afternoon. Adults relax with a drink and a friendly game of shuffleboard. Seniors enjoy the slower pace of chess or a quiet match on a shaded table. It’s one of the few amenities that truly works for everyone at the same time.
7. They Look Like They Belong in a Resort
A resort near Disney doesn’t just need durable amenities — it needs amenities that match the look and feel of the property. Concrete game tables are designed to blend with landscaping and architecture. They’re not plastic, temporary-looking items that get shoved to the corner after a season. They look permanent because they are permanent. We’ve done installations with colored concrete to match pool decks, custom inlays and finishes for a resort polish, and branded logos for corporate identity. They look like part of the design, not an afterthought.
8. Built for Heavy Use
Anyone who’s managed a resort in the Kissimmee area knows just how many guests come through every year. This isn’t a quiet retirement community — it’s a high-traffic, high-energy environment. Our concrete games have proven themselves in some of the busiest resorts around Disney. They don’t shift or wobble. They don’t get stolen or damaged. They can be power-washed or hosed down without worry. They last season after season. That’s why resort operators keep adding them to more locations once they see the first installation hold up.
9. Creating Shareable Moments (and Free Marketing)
This one surprised us at first: guests love taking photos at the game tables. Cornhole boards, ping pong matches, and foosball tables become backdrops for vacation memories. When people post those photos, they’re also promoting the resort experience. We’ve seen Instagram and Facebook feeds full of families playing, laughing, and tagging the resort location. That’s authentic marketing you can’t buy with a billboard.
10. Easy to Install, Instant Impact
When we worked with Diamond Resorts on several Kissimmee properties, one of their first reactions after installation was, “Why didn’t we do this sooner?” Concrete games don’t require complicated construction. Most installations fit into existing decks, lawns, or open areas. They can be installed quickly without shutting down spaces for long. And they instantly change the energy of a space. By the next morning, people are playing.
11. Works Seamlessly With Disney Guest Patterns
There’s something unique about operating a resort near Disney. Guests are out early for the parks. They return in the afternoon or evening looking for a relaxed but fun atmosphere. That’s exactly when the game tables shine. We’ve seen guests come back after a long day at Magic Kingdom, grab a drink, and head straight for the cornhole boards or foosball tables. The games extend their experience instead of ending it at the park gate.
12. Enhancing Staff Housing and Community Areas
Not every project we’ve done around Disney has been for guests. We’ve also worked on a couple of projects with Disney’s staff housing developments. Those spaces have a different vibe — they’re about creating comfortable, livable communities for the people who make the magic happen every day. The game tables there create gathering spots for cast members, offer a break from the workday, and encourage natural community and connection. It’s the same principle as guest resorts, just tailored to a different community.
13. Great ROI Compared to Other Amenities
When resorts think about capital projects, they’re often looking at pools, spas, or gyms — all of which carry heavy upfront costs and ongoing maintenance. Concrete games are different.