Value/deluxe Resorts opinion?

Skylinecar1982

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Does anyone else think the values are a waste of money? With the only benefit for me being X-tra Magic Hours. Which is something you can get at any disney resort.

I have stayed at ASMusic and Pop and think they are nothing more then dressed up supersize motels. I have had the privilege of having a travel agent for a mother and have stayed at countless hotels. 1 star to 5 star. So what I am saying is I based this off of all of my experience.

I think they would be more a value if the price range was $65-90 a night including taxes.

I have also stayed at a Savannah View room in AKL and don't believe it is worth $360 a night. I got a annual pass discount and paid $210 a night that was ok but off disney property that would get me a hell of a lot more. Shouldn't I feel like I get more with Disney?
 

Christi22222

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Skyline,

What deluxe hotels have you not stayed in and are looking for info on? And what is your group's demographics? We liked the contemporary, but it was a little too "adult" for my young son, and the monorail to one park doesn't really improve the transportation options enough to make it worth it to me personally. I like their restaurants, but can easily pop over there from MK for meals if we choose. If I had the money to spend, I imagine Contemporary's MK view rooms are to die for and would definitely enhance my vacation experience.

Due to my son, again, we really enjoyed AKL. It is a resort in itself with great activities for the kids. I actually did not get a savannah view, but felt that we were so immersed in the animal views just wandering the resort that we never felt cheated. I am sure the savannah view is spectacular, but I just wasn't in my room enough to justify the cost. However, we were at the resort doing stuff plenty, just not the room.

I enjoyed Caribbean Beach and Port Orleans, however, I didn't think they were enough better than the values or off property to make them my first choice. This may change when I don't have a younger child and I actually enjoy a little more peace and privacy. I don't like how spread out these resorts are, and the on site activities weren't choices we'd make. I prefer to just pay up and get the full resort experience at a deluxe. It has nothing to do with the rooms. They are quite similar and certainly adequate at both deluxes and moderates. Their plushness is not why I choose them, or I would be disappointed.

I have not had great experiences at the value resorts, but nothing bad either. They simply don't add to the experience in a way that is valuable to my particular family. I am glad that option exists though, as it is how I broke into staying on property before my budget could afford more. They do a great job of theming and keeping you in the Disney spirit.

The main reason I like staying on property ANYWHERE is that I feel immersed in Disney. I am "transported" into a fantasy that I enjoy. That is not how everyone experiences Disney, however, so there may not be any value to them in paying the premium to stay on property. I think it is definitely more convenient as well. However, Disney is just so damned big that transportation is just plain a pain anywhere. Even if you do a monorail resort, that only gets you to one park easily, and one sorta easily.

The biggest reason I think it is hard to debate if a certain hotel level or location has value is that everyone values things differently. And even moreso values things differently depending on their circumstances evey time they go. I feel very different about what I would pay for with a child than what I would go for when I was childless. Convenience means totally different things to me now. Also, I have to consider other family members wishes. Many kids just LOVE the values because of the over the top theming, focus on pools, and number of other kids present all the time. Those very things may make another person never want to set foot in a value. Eye of the beholder stuff, you know?
 
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slappy magoo

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I don't get how you thought I made stuff up just for the hell of it???? For your numbers game. I agree with #1 #2 and #6. As for #4 The point I was trying to make was (other then kissing someones butt why would you post something in a forum that adds nothing to the thread other then telling someone how great they are) Now you can do what you do with everything I write and analyze it and manipulate it into whatever you would like. Do you really believe that you are not being foolish???

disneydudette- Just a question why would you single me out and not the other party? Is it another on of those not enough posts rules? I think so. It's like you completely ignored everything else but me.

And to add to the actual thread. I think for now on I will not stay at vaules and stick with deluxe and probably good moderates if I could get info on the better ones.

Gee, where to start? First of all, when you say, "I had nothing to do at work today and thought that this was fun. I still disagree with Slappy Magoo but whats the fun of agreeing," it implies that you're only aruging for the fun of it, and not because you agree or disagree with the point you're making. All well and good for the high school debate team, but it certainly casts doubt on yoir opinions if you only argue because it's fun. And I doubt putting "Good at arguing on Disney internet forums" will look all that classy on your college application.

Second of all, there's a difference between liking the post - a point someone made - and liking the person that made it. If the people who agreed with Imayoyo went on to say "Gosh, you're the best person around these parts. And might I add, sexy? And what a dancer! Do you work out?" then maybe you would've had a point. But they didn't so you don't. And since nobody around here gets a cookie for having the most posts, what harm does it do if someone opts to write a response even if it's just to say "I agree with you?" Unless, of course, nobody's ever agreed with you and you get jealous when other people get that kind of compliment (sniff sniff, what's that burning?) but if it would help, would anyone here PLEASE agree with Skyline? On Anything? Heck, you can even say I'm bad for America, if it'll help fill that hole in his tender tender heart, a hole not even a phenomenal price on a 5-star resort his Travel Agent Parental Unit could provide could fill? Maybe that'll balance out your chi and you'll reach some sense of cyber-disney-nirvana. Ohhhhhhwattanaaaahhhssssiiiaaaammmmmm...

Personally, I don't believe I'm being foolish. Of course, fools never do. I'll leave that question for future generations of Disney fans to answer. I kinda think, pointing out hypocrisy is "the new black." It'll never go out of style.

Furthermore, while I wouldn't be so presumptuous as to assume anything, maybe disneydudette singled you out and not me because she agreed with me? Or at least, agreed with with me more? :shrug: I don't know, and I'm not asking and she's not required to answer. But since a few people took umbrage with the content and tone of your posts, and (so far) not me, maybe it's you. Don't know, just saying maybe.

I hope you get very good deals on moderates. If anyone deserves them it's you. And only you. My personal fave is the Riverside, Alligator Bayou section, but my sister swears by the Carribbean. Last time I went to PO-R it was Easter Week, one of their busiest and most expensive times, and I got a Passholder rate of $149 for my king-size bed room about 50 less than the rack rate at the time.
 
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Skylinecar1982

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I have only stayed at AKL and thought it was great. I don't have kids and it is just myself and my girlfriend. I don't know much about the deluxe hotels other then AKL. I stayed at CBR when I was younger and dont remember much. I don't remember being wowed so I would have to agree with alot of people by saying it probably isn't that special. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.

Slappy= what is Riverside, Alligator Bayou section? And your right thats why I said it no one has ever agreed with me and I just am really secretly mad at anyone who agrees with anyone other then me. Whoo now thats off my chest I feel so much better. Thank you Dr Phil. And now it's not the content or TONE of my posts it's as simple as who is more recognized. When I think of things I think of it from everyones point of views not just my own. If you thought maybe instead of people agreeing with me because I'm right and take most people for what they are and thats quick to jump on the band wagon(not trying to single its just a fact more people go with the flow then against the grain.) I can be sarcastic too and it stills isn't funny.
 
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YankeeMouse

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I was reading this thread all day, going back and forth in amusement, and inwardly agreeing with Slappy, and they I realized...hey...I actually did a post earlier, praising Imayoyo for the succinctness of that post, which basically was, to each his own! It just seemed a very compact answer, that if you are looking for Disney magic, it is best to stay on Disney property, but individuals look for indivdual things in their resort. So I guess by agreeing with Imayoyo, and commenting on it, I am also official lame!
 
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slappy magoo

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Slappy= what is Riverside, Alligator Bayou section? And your right thats why I said it no one has ever agreed with me and I just am really secretly mad at anyone who agrees with anyone other then me. Whoo now thats off my chest I feel so much better. Thank you Dr Phil. And now it's not the content or TONE of my posts it's as simple as who is more recognized. When I think of things I think of it from everyones point of views not just my own. If you thought maybe instead of people agreeing with me because I'm right and take most people for what they are and thats quick to jump on the band wagon(not trying to single its just a fact more people go with the flow then against the grain.) I can be sarcastic too and it stills isn't funny.

Right, you think of things from everyone's point of view. You're very thoughtful. Dare I say, Solomon-esque?

And then you make comments like "Why is it that whenever someone with more then 500 posts says something more then a sentence on these forums people with less then 100 posts have to kiss their butt and tell them how great their post was. I've read it 5 times and don't think they nailed it perfectly. I don't know just kind of pathetic if you ask me." Philosophers like you are so very rare these days, but it's nice to know they're not gone forever.

And of course, you're SO non-judgmental, you essentially just juged everybody! Don't get me wrong, your little run-on sentence was a bear to sift through, but the gist seems to be this: If people don't agree with you, it must be because they're all just going with flow (which apparently, is me), and you are SO not the flow. Therefore, I can't possibly REALLY be right, and you can't possibly REALLY be insulting and condescending to people, it's just that since nobody agreed with you yet, nobody wants to be the first for fear of being picked on or teased during recess? That about sum up your non-judgmental point of view?

To answer your WDW-related question, one of the moderate resorts is Port Orleans Riverside. It used to be called Dixie Landings, but the name was changed because it was considered politically incorrect. It's sister resort is Port Orleans French Quarter, and their main entrances are less than a mile from each other. French Quarter attempts to recreate a cleaned-up version (no Katrina pun intended) of New Orleans, Riverside takes a more rural approach to recreating the Old South. Riverside is broken up into two sections: Magnolia Bend - where all the blocks of rooms look like little Gothic Mansions - and Alligator Bayou - where all the blocks of rooms look a little more rustic and earthy but are still pretty nice (by my paltry standards, anyway). Plenty of amenities, including a nice main pool and plenty of small "quiet pools," vast well-landscaped grounds, nice recreational activities, horse buggy rides, and a ferry service to and from Downtown Disney. And the rooms are only slightly smaller than the rooms at AKL and Wilderness Lodge, those being the Deluxe resorts with the smallest rooms. In fact, our Riverside room with a king sized bed seemed larger than the AKL room we had with 2 queens in it.

Other than that, it's awful. :lol:
 
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shoppingnut

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For me I like being on property and I have stayed at all levels of hotels, just depends on what I want to spend on a hotel for that trip or if a friends is coming with me what they can afford. I stayed at Coronado last month, but when I go in July, I'll be staying at the Yacht Club and in September POR. I've stayed at Pop a few times and it is fine and liked it.

I have no interest in staying in DVC as I like to have fresh towels and my bed made every day. I also have no interest in staying in a condo off property even if it's bigger and has lots of amenities. I have no need of a kitchen or washer/dryer on vacation. I go out to eat for all meals and will wash my clothes when I get home.

Sometimes I get a rental car, sometimes not. I've eaten off property at good restaurants many times, but there are times I like eating on property. I also feel safe on property, but that's me.

There is no right or wrong on this matter, it's a matter of what you like and if you feel it isn't worth it, then that is your opinion, but not mine and it's neither right nor wrong. I've stayed in 5 star hotels around the world too, but find nothing wrong with the values, moderates or deluxes on property, it's a different type of vacation and you are paying for different things.
 
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disneydudette

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disneydudette- Just a question why would you single me out and not the other party? Is it another on of those not enough posts rules? I think so. It's like you completely ignored everything else but me.

Sweet pea, you singled yourself out when you got into it with half of the posters on this thread. You've insulted those with under 100 posts, calling them pathetic and brown nosers, and those with 500+ posts, assuming they were "know-it-all" with nothing better to do than look down on the newbies of this site. That comment alone regarding posters was so ignorant and immature that I almost became embarrased for you. I couldn't agree more with what Christie22222 responded with.

My negative opinion wasn't based on you and Goo's argument, but rather your reasonings which led to the argument. Your conversation with him was along the lines of "whos is bigger"... and as a woman we could careless!

Goo's a smart , I'm used to his posts... and as for why I didn't single Goo out? In all honesty, I'm totally crushing on him... it was the 1,800 posts that really got me going :kiss:
 
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slappy magoo

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Goo's a smart , I'm used to his posts... and as for why I didn't single Goo out? In all honesty, I'm totally crushing on him... it was the 1,800 posts that really got me going :kiss:

And might I add...SOME of those posts were me agreeing with other people. See what "going with the flow" gets ya? :ROFLOL:

Though I'm not 100% sure how I feel about having my screen name condensed to "Goo..." :lookaroun
 
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I'II put my two cents in on this topic. I have stayed at Port Orleans, Pop Century, and offsite in the past. I agree that the value you get by staying onsite makes it a no brainer for a Disneyworld vacation, however if you plan to do a number of other things while in the Orlando area I would split my stay over the holiday and use the Magical Express to get to a Disney Resort for the first part on the trip then get a cab or rent a car and go the another offsite hotel for the number of nights that would allow you to do the other things.
As to the quality of the Disney Value Resorts, they are OK only, nothing special other than some nice photo Ops around them. But if you can stay for a longer time at Walt Disney World and can deal with the small rooms, long lines, and less than amazing food it is worth it. I will be staying for 12 nights this September and I will be going to the Pop Century again for just over $1400.00 for my Wife, three year old son and myself (Includes One day passes and the free dining), compaired to $4000.00 for a studio at the Saratoga Springs Resort. I don't doubt that the room and the ammenities are better at the Saratoga Springs than at the Pop Century, but with the difference in cost being $2600.00 that allows me to look at booking another trip over the Christmas Holidays in either DisneyWorld or Disneyland and by my thinking the more days a year that I can take holidays and go away the better.
In the end it is a quality vs, quantity and different people have their own ideas. If you can afford the deluxe resorts and prefer them over the value or moderates than you should go to the deluxe resorts. If you don't care if you are pampered as much or have the same castmember to guest ratio, then go to a moderate or value resort.
So long as you are going on vacation and have a good attitude you will have a great time no matter which resort that you choose.
 
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bartbrine

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my experience

our first trip to WDW, we stayed at Dixie Landings. It was very nice but when animal kingdom lodge opened we got to stay there when the prices were reasonable. What struck me about the difference was the service!! We were met every morning with a smile by the people at Boma and were served with a smile and suggestions about what was good. I loved it and swore off anything but deluxe resorts. However, we are a family of five so we need two rooms at moderates and just the one room at a deluxe is close in cost to two rooms at the mods. Mostly we do the mods but this year is a first, the Contemporary in july and GF in dec.
 
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ktink

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Well the first time that we stayed onsite we opted for Pop Century. And it was a great value for a 10 night stay. The over the top theme just added to the magic of our first trip. Since then we've stayed at CSR and we adored it. This September we've splurged and will be staying at Poly. I have to say that we did think CSR was better than Pop as far as feeling more laid back and at a slower pace. I don't know why but that's how we felt. This year I intend on using the pool and restaurants at Poly alot and just soaking up the atmosphere.

If going to Disney meant I had to stay in a value, I would. And as a matter of fact I have chosen to stay at a value and enjoyed it. I don't think that anyone should look down on someone who stays value. The same goes for those who look down on people who choose deluxe. The way I look at it is, it's your money do what you want. There are obvious differences in value, mods, and deluxes and in most cases you get what you pay for.
 
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PigletIsMyCat

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I have no interest in staying in DVC as I like to have fresh towels and my bed made every day. I also have no interest in staying in a condo off property even if it's bigger and has lots of amenities. I have no need of a kitchen or washer/dryer on vacation. I go out to eat for all meals and will wash my clothes when I get home.

When we stayed in DVC, we were given fresh towels everyday, and housekeeping visited everyday. If you are not a DVC member, but are 'renting' for the night as in the other resorts, you are entitled to the housekeeping services. DVC members may request it as needed/wanted, but I believe there may be a fee if they request it daily. I must say having the fridge was nice, and the coffee maker, but we never used the stove or microwave.

Also, 'Goo', when does the act get blue? I've been waiting all this time and the butter on my popcorn is getting gelatinous....:hurl:
 
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Skylinecar1982

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Sweet pea, you singled yourself out when you got into it with half of the posters on this thread. You've insulted those with under 100 posts, calling them pathetic and brown nosers, and those with 500+ posts, assuming they were "know-it-all" with nothing better to do than look down on the newbies of this site. That comment alone regarding posters was so ignorant and immature that I almost became embarrased for you. I couldn't agree more with what Christie22222 responded with.

My negative opinion wasn't based on you and Goo's argument, but rather your reasonings which led to the argument. Your conversation with him was along the lines of "whos is bigger"... and as a woman we could careless!

Goo's a smart , I'm used to his posts... and as for why I didn't single Goo out? In all honesty, I'm totally crushing on him... it was the 1,800 posts that really got me going :kiss:

Again someone who puts words in my mouth. I didn't insult anyone with under 100 post just those who have nothing to say to someone other then good job. And honestly didn't mean to insult anyone. Those people to me are like peoples sidekicks the ones who have nothing to say of value other then patting someone else on the back aka brown nosing.

Everyone needs to stop being so sensitive and angry. This is just to past the time, being on this forum. This is not the real world if it where things would be very different. I would turn and run. You guys have outwitted mean and I am now hurt.

And if anyone looks they would see lots of people on here have said the almost the same as resorts are too expensive or waste of money.
 
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AEfx

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If you drive your own vehicle to the parks, you shouldn't be so closed minded in saying "I'll only stay ON PROPERTY" because there is a lot of luxury to be found within half a mile of the gate for a lot less money. ;)

This is our experience as well. On big family trips, we have moved from 2 rooms at a value or mod (usually value, as we love Pop) to instead getting a condo off-site.

For just a bit more than ONE room at Pop (and much less than the two rooms; two rooms is about $180 with my AP discount) we instead get a 3-4 BDR condo for about $110/night. Private pool, jacuzzi, the works. We love the "on-site" experience, but it can be so much more relaxing to not be sometimes. And all this is less than 3 miles from the gate.

I stay wherever fits the vacation I'm on...solo, for a quick and dirty trip I'll stay at an off-site motel to save cash. If I'm on a major solo trip or with a friend or two I usually choose Pop. For the big family trips we get a condo.

There are lots of options for lots of people. I think it's great to share what we choose and why, but we also need to remember that what works for one doesn't work for another. There is no "right" way to vacation at Disney, and as Laura22 points out I think many people just don't give all the options consideration when they get "stuck" in one mode of vacationing.

AEfx
 
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slappy magoo

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Everyone needs to stop being so sensitive and angry. This is just to past the time, being on this forum. This is not the real world if it where things would be very different. I would turn and run. You guys have outwitted mean and I am now hurt.

And if anyone looks they would see lots of people on here have said the almost the same as resorts are too expensive or waste of money.

Wait wait wait, let me get this straight...

If someone posts a reply that's just a voice of agreement with someone else's post - especially if that replying forum member has fewer than 100 posts - than that forum member ACCORDING TO YOU is "kinda pathetic."

But when you go out of your way to point out that other people agree with your opinion - they just don't single you out to agree with you - that's somehow...NOT pathetic???

I don't know, it kinda sounds like the "logic" of a very sensitive angry young man.

Ironically, had you not made your "kinda pathetic" comment, maybe the people who posted similar opinions about value & deluxe resorts would've called you out to agree with you. I guess now we'll never know...*sigh*

skyline, ladies and germs, he's here all week!
 
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