ToTBellHop
Well-Known Member
Yep. Everyone seems to complain about the food but I'm sure I'll like it more when I'm not paying for it!
-
Welcome to the WDWMAGIC.COM Forums!
Please take a look around, and feel free to sign up and join the community.
News Remy's Ratatouille Adventure coming to Epcot
- Thread starter wdwmagic
- Start date
We found the Plaza Pavilion buffet to be surprisingly exceptional. Make sure you book all your reservations in advance.
ToTBellHop
Well-Known Member
Thanks. I found out how to book them online. Not sure why they haven't rolled that out wide, yet. It's not trivial for me to call France.
Seriously? Even concierge said we couldn’t do it online. The apps set up for it but doesn’t work in that respect yet
For the record, I didn't think the food was bad at DLP at all, just expensive for what you got.
You mean actually going to DLP and riding Rat there is a better way measure the ride and ride experience than simply browsing forums and watching a few videos online and forming an opinion based off of that? I agree.
DLP hotels do seem to be priced cheaper, as long as you don't try to book 3 months before the half marathon there...
And tickets are definitely cheaper. We even considered buying an AP but ultimately decided not to. Sequoia seems nicer than Newport Bay, which I would classify as a Deluxe-price for a Moderate room in WDW/US terms. But you can't beat the location of the hotels on the lake.
You mean actually going to DLP and riding Rat there is a better way measure the ride and ride experience than simply browsing forums and watching a few videos online and forming an opinion based off of that? I agree.
DLP hotels do seem to be priced cheaper, as long as you don't try to book 3 months before the half marathon there...
And tickets are definitely cheaper. We even considered buying an AP but ultimately decided not to. Sequoia seems nicer than Newport Bay, which I would classify as a Deluxe-price for a Moderate room in WDW/US terms. But you can't beat the location of the hotels on the lake.
Sir_Cliff
Well-Known Member
Thanks for the tip! I am in the vague stages of planning a few days there later this year, so might have to see what's on offer and nail down my friend who's coming over from Australia on dates.
For what it's worth, I quite like the hotels there, too, with Sequoia as my personal favourite. Also never found the sit down meals to be bad, other than at the Blue Lagoon (admittedly years ago now).
ToTBellHop
Well-Known Member
From what I am hearing, I’m happy we booked Sequoia! We just like that it looks like Wilderness Lodge. Disneyland Hotel and Newport cost more and I have no idea what New York will cost once it’s been Marveled.
cjkeating
Well-Known Member
I imagine it will come at a slight premium to Newport like how Cheyenne has a slight premium over Santa Fe despite being in the same category. Before the closure it was priced inline with Newport which was brought up to Deluxe level/HNY pricing after its refurb.
cjkeating
Well-Known Member
If you need the links let me know and I can find them and send them to you. The online reservations seem to be stuck in a never ending secret online beta.
We liked Newport but find the premium too much now. Two times at it and Sequoia and the latter is still a very nice resort and a favourite. New York was a bit too sterile for me.
Sir_Cliff
Well-Known Member
Last time I stayed at Newport and it was nice, particular as it was all bright and shiny from its recent rehab. Personally, though, I much prefer the woodsy feel of the Sequoia and the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture is some of my favourite from any Disney hotel. I think I would even choose Sequoia again over a first time stay at the new Marvel-themed Hotel New York. The old New York was nicer on the inside than the exterior would suggest, but still had a bit too much of a 1990s postmodern corporate architecture vibe for me. Disneyland Hotel is a nice place to grab a quiet drink after a day in the parks, but unless you get a good deal the prices to stay there just seem to high to be worth it to me.
MaximumEd
Well-Known Member
Continuing the DLP discussion, I priced five days late next spring for me and the family. Wow. We could go for considerably cheaper than WDW with the deals they have going......if not for that pesky airfare. Round trip from ATL for the three of us would be almost triple the cost of the vacation. Oh well. One day.
lentesta
Premium Member
NY reminded me of an older Las Vegas hotel.
Are the Santa Fe and Cheyenne still scary?
ToTBellHop
Well-Known Member
It helps if you're able to book flights FAR in advance. Like just under a year-out.
I’ve only seen the values from the transfer coach. Maybe for the best.
Animaniac93-98
Well-Known Member
I stayed at Cheyenne after the room renovation. It's nicer than you think, but often Sequoia is only a little bit more so it's still the better option when you consider the location and amenities (indoor pool, gym etc).
lentesta
Premium Member
Well that's good to hear. I thought my room at the Santa Fe was actively trying to kill me.
Missing20K
Well-Known Member
Off-topic: I find it unfortunate that seemingly good, decent people are questioning their want for children because of how much traveling with them can cost. Children are incredible for those that want them, and I would hate for anyone who wants children decide against it because of the associated costs.
On-topic: Rat is a solid D for my taste, I noticed the screen and floor seams but they didn't detract much from the experience, as you are whisked in and out of scenes pretty quickly.
And judging by those deals for DLP, perhaps my two daughter's first Disney experience will be a foreign one!
On-topic: Rat is a solid D for my taste, I noticed the screen and floor seams but they didn't detract much from the experience, as you are whisked in and out of scenes pretty quickly.
And judging by those deals for DLP, perhaps my two daughter's first Disney experience will be a foreign one!
britain
Well-Known Member
Eh... lower your expectations. It's claims to be the "national park lodge" of DLPR, yes, but it's really piece of minimalistic architecture with a woodsy color palette and a few rustic touches here and there.
It was clean and a decent place to stay, but do NOT expect a grand lobby evoking 1902 Yellowstone. It's a hotel from 1992 with pine cone carpet.
It’s a very nice lobby. I don’t believe anywhere said it’s grand. Or did you expect an atrium?
We’ve our third stay coming at this resort next year.