Disney resorts you didn't like

Post by **rdeacon** » Jun Wed 08, 2005 8:43 am

Hmmm looks like All-Stars are taking a beating

Rich

SpringheeledJack · Post by **SpringheeledJack** » Jun Sun 12, 2005 11:47 am

It's hard to choose one I didn't like. They're actually all pretty good in the grand scheme of things. Even All-Star is pretty good when you consider the price and location. But, and I know people will probably scream at me for it, I'm not a big fan of the Grand Floridian. Way overpriced, and very little atmosphere in my opinion. All the others manage to take you away from it all except that one which is just a sort of stuffy and stiff in its decor. It's pretty nice during the Christmas seasons, though.

Post by **rdeacon** » Jun Tue 14, 2005 8:45 am

SpringheeledJack wrote: But, and I know people will probably scream at me for it, I'm not a big fan of the Grand Floridian. Way overpriced, and very little atmosphere in my opinion. All the others manage to take you away from it all except that one which is just a sort of stuffy and stiff in its decor.

SpringheeledJack,

No yelling here.. I agree with you complete. THe GF seems snooty and is overpriced.

Rich

SpringheeledJack · Post by **SpringheeledJack** » Jun Tue 14, 2005 9:24 am

Thanks for making me feel like I'm not the only one. Floridians love the resort, and I'd definitely in the minority. During Christmas it's a little bit better, with interesting lighting, a mammoth tree in the foyer, and a large gingerbread house that you can go inside to purchase small gingerbread houses. I guess there's a market for it since it's always booked solid, but... shudder... with all those other glorious places to choose from, why bother?!?!

kgmadorin · Post by **kgmadorin** » Jun Tue 14, 2005 10:10 am

I agree with the two of you: The Grand Floridian is definitely not what I would consider the best resort. Too decadent for my taste. I guess the theming just doesn't appeal to me.

SpringheeledJack · Post by **SpringheeledJack** » Jun Tue 14, 2005 12:34 pm

The first thing I think when I walk in the door is, "Oh, god! Don't let the kids loose!" Of course, in typical Disney foresight, everything is bolted down and perfectly child proofed, but it definitely felt breakable. Somewhat like going to grandma's house.

Post by **spaulo** » Jun Wed 15, 2005 12:07 pm

I didn't much care for the Dolphin when my family stayed there a couple years ago... but the other resorts I've been too... BC, BWI, POR... I'd go back to in a heartbeat. When my girlfriend and I go this winter, we're going to stay at the Pop Century to save some cash, and I have to admit, I'm kind of dreading it. I think if we can get a deal, we may upgrade, possibly to POR/POFQ or CSR, but chances are, it's Motel-6-on-Disney-Propert for us...

lovesdisney44 · Post by **lovesdisney44** » Jun Wed 15, 2005 12:11 pm

spaulo wrote:I didn't much care for the Dolphin when my family stayed there a couple years ago... but the other resorts I've been too... BC, BWI, POR... I'd go back to in a heartbeat. When my girlfriend and I go this winter, we're going to stay at the Pop Century to save some cash, and I have to admit, I'm kind of dreading it. I think if we can get a deal, we may upgrade, possibly to POR/POFQ or CSR, but chances are, it's Motel-6-on-Disney-Propert for us...

Don't cancell your reservation! My family and are are usually a minimum of moderate, usually deluxe resort people, but my DH and I stayed at POP for 2 nights back in October. We loved it so much that our whole family is staying there for a couple of nights this October. Give it a try and let us know what you think.

Post by **spaulo** » Jun Wed 15, 2005 12:14 pm

Thanks for the words of encouragement... we wouldn't be cancelling the ressie no matter what, but after staying at BoardWalk, Beach Club, and PO-Riverside my last three on-property trips, I'm just expecting to be a bit let down by PC... of course, I will report after we go (in six months!)...

SpringheeledJack · Post by **SpringheeledJack** » Jun Wed 15, 2005 12:27 pm

I'm a big fan of the Coronado, but really, unless you're planning on spending a lot of time in the hotel, it doesn't matter where you stay. The rooms are all very similar in size, and it's really just the extras that make the difference and you'll only see that if you're around a lot.

Post by **rdeacon** » Jun Mon 27, 2005 9:32 am

SpringheeledJack wrote:The first thing I think when I walk in the door is, "Oh, god! Don't let the kids loose!" Of course, in typical Disney foresight, everything is bolted down and perfectly child proofed, but it definitely felt breakable. Somewhat like going to grandma's house.

hahah.......

that about sums it up for me too...

Rich

jdisney · Post by **jdisney** » Jul Sun 17, 2005 12:40 pm

The last resorts that I stayed at were the Animal Kingdom Lodge and the Wilderness Lodge. I have to say that I liked that prefer the Wilderness Lodge because it has a better atmosphere. Not to mention the fact that I saw more animals at the Wilderness Lodge.

SpringheeledJack · Post by **SpringheeledJack** » Jul Sun 17, 2005 1:48 pm

How can you say that?!?!?!?! Animal Kingdom Lodge blows away Wilderness Lodge in atmosphere! And I've never to AKL when I didn't see several of pretty much every animal that's available.

Disneynut · Post by **Disneynut** » Jul Sun 17, 2005 9:08 pm

SpringheeledJack wrote:

How can you say that?!?!?!?! Animal Kingdom Lodge blows away Wilderness Lodge in atmosphere! And I've never to AKL when I didn't see several of pretty much every animal that's available.

I agree, Wilderness lodge is a great resort, but Animal Kingdom lodge in my opinion is even better! Lots of animals,great resturants and a killer atmosphere.

MouseMan · Post by **MouseMan** » Aug Fri 05, 2005 2:10 pm

I have only been to the All-Star Movies, Caribean Beach, and Orleans Riverside. Can't really complain about any of them. The one problem with the All-Star was were were pretty far away from the food court and transportation. The nice thing about the Orleans Riverside was you can get a room that sleeps 5 which we needed one year. The one thing we found was that if you are staying there all week go for the resort with the best pool. If you are going for only a short 2 or 3 nights go with the value, you won't really be spending much time in the room!!