Residence Inn LBV or Staybridge Suites LBV?

[Surgie]

We are a family of 5 - all adults - visiting Disney parks only from Jan. 1-6 with a rental car. Need accomodations with 2 bathrooms - not interested in renting a villa. Anyone with experience staying at Residence Inn in LBV or Staybridge Suites LBV? They both offer 2 bedroom, 2 bath suites, and full breakfast. SS is a little cheaper but the property looks a bit dated in the online photos. RI looks better maintained but appears a little more isolated from grocery, restaurants, etc. Any thoughts?

[dis-happy]

I've stayed at the Res. Inn several times and we really like it. The rooms are spacious, beds are comfy, the pool area is nice, and Publix is a short drive away. Since you'll have a car I wouldn't worry about driving; plus, from the Res. Inn there is a back road shortcut to the MK. The breakfast is pretty decent (nice selection of hot and cold, everything is clean) and during the week they have evening snacks/small meals to choose from. Sometimes you can get good rates directly from the Marriott website, so be sure to give that a look. :)

[ttfn3]

We stayed at the Residence Inn LBV last fall and had a great experience. Very comfortable beds and very quiet. Good location. The free breakfast had a good variety of selections with healthy options - LOVED the oatmeal with toppings (coffee was terrible tho but I prefer the premium coffees).

[katallo]

We haven't stayed at the Residence but have stayed at Staybridge. We really liked it. Very clean, nice staff and nice pool. Also serve a great breakfast.

[tothesea]

How long did it take to drive to MK from Residence Inn? On the back road?

[Surgie]

The price difference between the two hotels for our stay is $300 total (RI being the more expensive choice). I have generally been happy with other Marriott properties in the past but have never stayed at a Staybridge so it's good to hear things about both.

[dis-happy]

How long did it take to drive to MK from Residence Inn? On the back road?

15 minutes or so.

[tothesea]

Thank you! Is that pretty average drive time for offsite?

[katallo]

It depends on the area. It's about 15 minutes to Staybridge since it is very close to the entrance to Downtown Disney. You probably can't go wrong with either property.

[Surgie]

Thank you! Is that pretty average drive time for offsite?

If you have a copy of the Unofficial Guide, Part 3 is a great chapter showing charts of all the Orlando area hotels with driving times to each each of the 4 Disney parks.

[Renysmom]

We've stayed at Staybridge Suits twice, both times for 7 day trips and we are staying there one night this year before we check into CSR.. I do not hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone.

Excellent service, Excellent rooms, GREAT breakfast and so close to DTD

[Renysmom]

Just found this coupon online that will save you 10% at Staybridge if you book 14 days in advance.

http://www.destinationcoupons.com/Florida/Orlando/hotel_staybridge_lbv/suites.asp

[Surgie]

Thanks for the coupon!