News Disney Riviera Resort announced

[Creathir]

The next recession will see the same thing as the last. Contracts flooding the market, people will buy them for peanuts and there will be even more members with large portfolios.


There are two pools. One of which has what looks like a great Fantasia themed splash play area for kids; not sure how good the slide is.

I actually like the more “formal” layout of the landscaping of the quiet pool, even if it does look somewhat boring. I think as a quiet pool to simply float around in, or even do some lengths, it fits the bill.

Agree completely.
The main pool is more than adequate.
For those complaining, look at Kidani or BWR’s pools.
Nothing spectacular. Adequate for having a place to relax on a down day.

Im convinced some people want to hate this just to hate it and nothing more.

 

[cmoliver68]

Nothing says the Riviera like Germany and England.

While I am aware this is assumed to be French Riviera themed, it is not specified as such. There are actually 17 areas around the world known as "Riviera," 18 if you consider Florida's other one affectionately known as "Redneck Riviera" in Panama City.

 

[nickys]

While I am aware this is assumed to be French Riviera themed, it is not specified as such. There are actually 17 areas around the world known as "Riviera," 18 if you consider Florida's other one affectionately known as "Redneck Riviera" in Panama City.

Yes but this is meant to be inspired by Walt’s travels in the Italian Riviera. The art work includes photos of him and names like Topolino back up the theme.

 

[MisterPenguin]

Yes but this is meant to be inspired by Walt’s travels in the Italian Riviera. The art work includes photos of him and names like Topolino back up the theme.

Well, Italy and France.

Think of it as the Mediterranean Riviera. In fact, that's what they should have called it unless they're saving the name for a new monorail resort.

 

[xdan0920]

Agree completely.
The main pool is more than adequate.
For those complaining, look at Kidani or BWR’s pools.
Nothing spectacular. Adequate for having a place to relax on a down day.

Im convinced some people want to hate this just to hate it and nothing more.

Kidani pool is FAR better then this pool. Weird comparison.

 

[xdan0920]

Agree completely.
The main pool is more than adequate.
For those complaining, look at Kidani or BWR’s pools.
Nothing spectacular. Adequate for having a place to relax on a down day.

Im convinced some people want to hate this just to hate it and nothing more.

Also, pool is adequate. Put that on the brochure.

 

[ryguy]

As a DVC member I would like to see the pool area be a little more than "adequate". But that ship has sailed apparently. Which is disappointing for those who don't frequent the parks and spend more time at the resort.

 

[Creathir]

As a DVC member I would like to see the pool area be a little more than "adequate". But that ship has sailed apparently. Which is disappointing for those who don't frequent the parks and spend more time at the resort.

Please do tell what you’re expecting exactly?

I find the pictures of the pool to be exactly what I expect from a DVC resort.

 

[lazyboy97o]

While I am aware this is assumed to be French Riviera themed, it is not specified as such. There are actually 17 areas around the world known as "Riviera," 18 if you consider Florida's other one affectionately known as "Redneck Riviera" in Panama City.

That it is supposed to be the French and Italian Riviera is not an assumption. The hotel is not a celebration of all riviera’s nor is London famously known as the English Riviera.

 

[xdan0920]

Please do tell what you’re expecting exactly?

I find the pictures of the pool to be exactly what I expect from a DVC resort.

What do you expect from a DVC pool? A sad little boxy thing with no character?

eta....

It looks like the pool at the crappier swim club in the town next to me.

 

[ToTBellHop]

For all their complaints, look at the new quiet pools at Wilderness Lodge and Poly. It doesn’t need to just be a hole in the ground.

 

[Incomudro]

Agree completely.
The main pool is more than adequate.
For those complaining, look at Kidani or BWR’s pools.
Nothing spectacular. Adequate for having a place to relax on a down day.

Im convinced some people want to hate this just to hate it and nothing more.

So, here's the new tagline for this deluxe resort:
Disney's Riviera - Our Main Pool is Adequate

 

[Bocabear]

Disney's Riviera Resort.
"It's better than staying at an All Star Resort!"

 

[Nunu]

Finally got to see a couple of videos of the Tower Studios. Boy are they small!

We're interested because it's mostly just 2 of us visiting. After watching just 1 person moving around (recording video), I got a better idea of how the very small space would, or wouldn't work for two people. When the bed is down, the place looks quite cramped, imo.

The overall design is nice, though, and I liked the bathroom too. We travel with one 29" bag each, (foreigners) and I'm wondering where we'll store them. The closet isn't an option, too small. The overall storage situation is scarce, just 4 very small drawers to put clothes in.

The points needed to upgrade for a Studio, are too much. I'd only consider staying, if travelling solo.

 

[Calmdownnow]

the English Riviera.

...is Dorset (a southern English county) because a) the Gulf Stream passes by the coast and b) you can grow a palm tree in your back garden

 

[durangojim]

Disney's Riviera Resort.
"It's better than staying at an All Star Resort!"

“Unless you’re staying in a Tower Studio!”

 

[mlayton144]

“Unless you’re staying in a Tower Studio!”

That’s about the nicest Courtyard by Marriott hotel I’ve ever seen - wait a minute ........ this is a Disney property??

 

[lazyboy97o]

...is Dorset (a southern English county) because a) the Gulf Stream passes by the coast and b) you can grow a palm tree in your back garden

I don’t recall anyone mentioning Dorset in any iteration of Peter Pan.

Also, maybe you should tell Disney they’re wrong...
“Blending the flavors and flair of the Italian and French Riviera...”

Disney’s Riviera Resort Opens at Walt Disney World

Bonjour Disney Parks Blog readers! I am elated to share the news that Disney’s Riviera Resort is now open! Following the fanfare of a grand opening dedication ceremony, the 15th Disney Vacation Club property and Walt Disney World’s newest resort, officially opened to immerse guests in the sights...

disneyparks.disney.go.com

 

[ryguy]

Please do tell what you’re expecting exactly?

I find the pictures of the pool to be exactly what I expect from a DVC resort.

I would expect to see a "resort" style pool. Have you ever seen a pool shaped like this in your life? It makes no sense. The pool slide is a joke; two turns and it's done. A pool at a Disney resort should be the main attraction. I don't see where this wows anybody. Not much you can do about it now, so it is what it is. A missed opportunity.

 

[peter11435]

I would expect to see a "resort" style pool. Have you ever seen a pool shaped like this in your life? It makes no sense. The pool slide is a joke; two turns and it's done. A pool at a Disney resort should be the main attraction. I don't see where this wows anybody. Not much you can do about it now, so it is what it is. A missed opportunity.

Have you looked at the shapes of most pools on Disney property. Tell me where you’ve seen them before.

I agree the pool area is disappointing but I don’t consider it the worst on property. Closer to middle of the road.