overcrowding a room

[Batphobic]

I'm speaking at a work conference being held at Coronado Springs in Feb. The company is putting me up in a standard conference room at that resort.

But it's hard to pass up trying to force a family vacation out of the deal, too, and benefit from having the room paid for by the company for the sake of the conference.

I have a large family (that won't fit into a single room at Coronado) and it will defeat the purpose of getting a "free" family vacation to rent another room.

So what are the issue's we'll face if we just all squeeze into the room the company is paying for? (Other than that we'll be a tight fit and we'll feel like cheap-skates).

 

[Master Yoda]

If you are found to be exceeding the room capacity you will be either required to book another room or leave the resort.

You also will not be able to use EMH, dining plans, etc.

 

[Figgy1]

I'm speaking at a work conference being held at Coronado Springs in Feb. The company is putting me up in a standard conference room at that resort.

But it's hard to pass up trying to force a family vacation out of the deal, too, and benefit from having the room paid for by the company for the sake of the conference.

I have a large family (that won't fit into a single room at Coronado) and it will defeat the purpose of getting a "free" family vacation to rent another room.

So what are the issue's we'll face if we just all squeeze into the room the company is paying for? (Other than that we'll be a tight fit and we'll feel like cheap-skates).

Are you talking about 1 child under 3 otherwise not worth the risk

 

[Batphobic]

Wow - ok... we're not picky so we were just going to be cozy... but maybe we better book another adjoining room.

 

[bmarkelon]

Wow - ok... we're not picky so we were just going to be cozy... but maybe we better book another adjoining room.

Good call, consider it a trip at half price instead of the slightly more desirable free trip!

 

[Master Yoda]

Wow - ok... we're not picky so we were just going to be cozy... but maybe we better book another adjoining room.

That is the way to go. The room occupancy is set by the fire martial and ultimately Disney ends up responsible if something goes wrong. Because of that they are real sticklers about it.

 

[Batphobic]

Thanks Master Yoda and bmarkelon for the replies. We might stay off site (the company will still pay for it) -- we could get an offsite suite for the same price and put the whole family in there and be back to a free vacation.

 

[Figgy1]

Thanks Master Yoda and bmarkelon for the replies. We might stay off site (the company will still pay for it) -- we could get an offsite suite for the same price and put the whole family in there and be back to a free vacation.

We've had good luck with award pool homes. House and our own pool. About the same price as a value room.

 

[Batphobic]

Thanks figmentfan -- I'll look them up!

 

[bsmartin2000]

I have a room booked at POP for August. We have 5 people going, 3 adults, 1 child age 5, and 1 child age 1! I booked all of us and the CM said no problem and requested a pack and play for us. Hopefully this is ok since I was allowed to book this way!

 

[Master Yoda]

I have a room booked at POP for August. We have 5 people going, 3 adults, 1 child age 5, and 1 child age 1! I booked all of us and the CM said no problem and requested a pack and play for us. Hopefully this is ok since I was allowed to book this way!

You will be fine. A child 2 or younger does not count against your occupancy.

 

[dopeylover]

We had 4 Adults and a 12 month old on our last trip, POR was fine with it. I don't know how many people you're talking about though.

 

[luv]

Go offsite. You'll get a condo for the same cost as a room at CSR...probably less. You'll have plenty of room and will be able to chill out.

Disney moderate rooms are pretty small. You'll be much happier in a condo, I think.

 

[BigRedDad]

Well, we went to WDW twice while in college. We crammed a lot of people into a room. It can be done and if you are not overly loud or cause a commotion, they will not know. Now, this is also unsafe for fire reasons. But, I can say if you are creative, friendly, and close, you can put 12 in a moderate resort. We did at Dixie Landings.

 

[powlessfamily4]

I'm speaking at a work conference being held at Coronado Springs in Feb. The company is putting me up in a standard conference room at that resort.

But it's hard to pass up trying to force a family vacation out of the deal, too, and benefit from having the room paid for by the company for the sake of the conference.

I have a large family (that won't fit into a single room at Coronado) and it will defeat the purpose of getting a "free" family vacation to rent another room.

So what are the issue's we'll face if we just all squeeze into the room the company is paying for? (Other than that we'll be a tight fit and we'll feel like cheap-skates).

I did this the first week of December. You should be given the option of obtaining another room at the discounted convention rate. Also if you are at a convention there should be discounted park tickets also. We were allowed the rates for up to 3 days before the convention and 3 days after the convention. Speak with your company representative. I had an awesome time!!