CSR is the New Deluxe!

[roozlilone]

Just back from a 3 night stay at CSR....oh I so miss it all ready, I'm ready to go back! :sad1: We have stayed at all the moderates including CSR, but with the new rooms I don't think I would stay anywhere else, it's better than the deluxes at half the cost! :thumbsup2 I will be shocked if they don't go up on the prices! We were in Cabana 8A, room 8211, second floor corner room with 2 windows, close to the dig site and the bus stop. The renovated rooms are soooo....much prettier in person than in the pictures!! They are absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!! We were on the Quick Service Dining plan and it really paid off eating at the Pepper Market! We spent $100 a day for the plan, but easily spent $200 a day on food not including the refillable mugs that are included in the plan. I know Buzz just got back and has answered alot of questions, but if anyone has any I would be glad to answer. I will post some of my pics soon! If you haven't tried CSR, you need too. I love this resort! :love: :love:

[summermac]

Glad you had such a great time!!!

I think CSR will be our next mod. :)

[Soon2B4]

I am sooo glad to hear that. I decided to "upgrade" to the CSR from values b/c of the queen beds. I was a little nervous about the old decor, but once I saw the new rooms I was sold. I was thinking that they would eventually raise the rates!

[KatMark]

Just back from a 3 night stay at CSR....oh I so miss it all ready, I'm ready to go back! :sad1: We have stayed at all the moderates including CSR, but with the new rooms I don't think I would stay anywhere else, it's better than the deluxes at half the cost! :thumbsup2 I will be shocked if they don't go up on the prices! We were in Cabana 8A, room 8211, second floor corner room with 2 windows, close to the dig site and the bus stop. The renovated rooms are soooo....much prettier in person than in the pictures!! They are absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!! We were on the Quick Service Dining plan and it really paid off eating at the Pepper Market! We spent $100 a day for the plan, but easily spent $200 a day on food not including the refillable mugs that are included in the plan. I know Buzz just got back and has answered alot of questions, but if anyone has any I would be glad to answer. I will post some of my pics soon! If you haven't tried CSR, you need too. I love this resort! :love: :love:

Welcome back. So glad that you loved your stay at CSR. As I always say, if you love it half as much as us, we're thrilled. Sounds like you really loved it. Can't wait to see your pictures! :goodvibes

[XYSRUS]

Glad you had a great time! I'll be therein May! I'm thrilled to hear all this great news about CSR!

[mef78]

We LOVE CSR (and buzz's site :-) ).

I'm so lucky it was the first Mod I stumbled upon before I knew anything about Disney!

Glad you had a great time--that resort really is coming into its own.

[inkedupmomma]

Thanks for this quick review! We have also only ever done values and decided to treat ourselves this year! After looking at CSR we decided the pool must be ours lol. This was before we even knew that they would be having renovations!! Needless to say I am beyond stoked to be able to stay somewhere so great for much less than the deluxes [they seem so far out of our price range].

My only question is. What are the least expensive rooms like? I know each section has a different price range.

[KatMark]

Thanks for this quick review! We have also only ever done values and decided to treat ourselves this year! After looking at CSR we decided the pool must be ours lol. This was before we even knew that they would be having renovations!! Needless to say I am beyond stoked to be able to stay somewhere so great for much less than the deluxes [they seem so far out of our price range].

My only question is. What are the least expensive rooms like? I know each section has a different price range.

The only difference in price is between standard view, waterview, king bed and suites. There is no different between Casitas, Cabanas and Ranchos as far as pricing is concerned.

[Lilolvr]

Thanks for sharing!

[CarolA]

Deluxe hotels do NOT have exterior corridors.. enough said LOL!

It's a nice hotel, but Disney "Deluxes" aren't real deluxe hotels and this one isn't up to those standards!

[Dr.Bombay]

I am sooo glad to hear that. I decided to "upgrade" to the CSR from values b/c of the queen beds. I was a little nervous about the old decor, but once I saw the new rooms I was sold. I was thinking that they would eventually raise the rates!


Does CSR have queen beds? I didn't know that.

[Lilolvr]

Does CSR have queen beds? I didn't know that.Yes they do.

[Emma's Dad]

Glad you had such an enjoyable trip! Out of curiosity, have you used the dining plan in the past? If so, how did you like using the Quick Service DP over the regular one?

We had the dining plan last year and will be using the QSDP this year. Thanks!

[tink771]

Shhhh!!! Don't let out our secret, the new rooms really are very nice! Go ahead keep paying for Deluxe resorts, while we enjoy our deluxe amenities!:lmao:

[inkedupmomma]

The only difference in price is between standard view, waterview, king bed and suites. There is no different between Casitas, Cabanas and Ranchos as far as pricing is concerned.

So all the rooms are the same size and what not? Just different views?? The whole different names [casitas,cabanas,ranchos] throws me off.. sorry if I am being daft!

[Lilolvr]

So all the rooms are the same size and what not? Just different views?? The whole different names [casitas,cabanas,ranchos] throws me off.. sorry if I am being daft!The insides are the same but the sections are themed and landscaped differently. Check out buzz's website.

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[KatMark]

So all the rooms are the same size and what not? Just different views?? The whole different names [casitas,cabanas,ranchos] throws me off.. sorry if I am being daft!

Yes, the rooms are the same sizes unless they are a suite.

The Casitas is one section (with fountains/courtyards), the Ranchos are a rustic/ranch type setting and then the Cabanas represent Mexico's costal line.

All rooms have two queen beds unless they have a king bed. All rooms will have the new furnishings once the rehab is completed.

I hope this helps.

[roozlilone]

Glad you had such an enjoyable trip! Out of curiosity, have you used the dining plan in the past? If so, how did you like using the Quick Service DP over the regular one?

We had the dining plan last year and will be using the QSDP this year. Thanks!

We've actually done both. The Quick Service is great for our short trips but I think I would get sick of counter service after awhile. When we go in June for a week we will definitely do the regular dining plan. There isn't a huge price difference between the both. :goodvibes

[roozlilone]

Cabana 8A, Room 8211, second floor:

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture012.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture014-1.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture018-1.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture016-1.jpg

[Disneylvr]

Nice room! And I like the fact that CSR has queen size beds rather than full and flat screen TV's. However, I think the rooms look too "business travel" for my Disney vacation tastes. Just my opinion.

[snow.white]

Wow! I like the changes! Those beds look so comfy, I may just have to stay at CSR once again :thumbsup2 thanks for the pics. Does anybody know if all the rooms have been changed to look like this?

[MScott1851]

Thanks for the pics!

I love the new rooms...and we will definitely consider CSR more on our next trip. The last time we stayed there, they were doing a lot of construction, and I HATED the decor of the rooms.

But the resort is so beautiful, and really does have a lot of the amenities that the deluxes have...except interior corridors.

[Emma's Dad]

We've actually done both. The Quick Service is great for our short trips but I think I would get sick of counter service after awhile. When we go in June for a week we will definitely do the regular dining plan. There isn't a huge price difference between the both. :goodvibes

Thanks for the quick feedback :thumbsup2. I certainly hope 8 days of counter service will be OK for us ;) Yeah... the price difference isn't what sold us on the QSDP... we ate WAYYYY too much last year and my DW doesn't want to be constrained by ADRs. I guess we'll see how it works out.

[KatMark]

Wow! I like the changes! Those beds look so comfy, I may just have to stay at CSR once again :thumbsup2 thanks for the pics. Does anybody know if all the rooms have been changed to look like this?

They haven't yet, but they will all look like that October 09. They just started the rehab this past October.

[KatMark]

Cabana 8A, Room 8211, second floor:

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture012.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture014-1.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture018-1.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture016-1.jpg

Thanks for the pictures! I love the new rooms. I think they are beautiful. I can't wait to see them in person in September. This is one of the many reasons we choose CSR--the rooms don't remind us of Disney 24/7. Don't get me wrong--we love Disney or we wouldn't go every year. But one of the reasons we don't stay at the values or some of the other resorts is that we don't need Disney in our face 24/7. We like to come back and relax--and the CSR is perfect for that.

[roozlilone]

Wow! I like the changes! Those beds look so comfy, I may just have to stay at CSR once again :thumbsup2 thanks for the pics. Does anybody know if all the rooms have been changed to look like this?

The beds are VERY comfortable! As others have said, I think October is the completion date for the rooms. We went to the Casita section and noticed the rooms on the first floor were still the old decor. I really think the new decor is a great mix of Disney and Business. Some might say it's too business oriented, but their are hidden mickeys all over the new decor, everywhere you looked! My girls, 9 and 11, loved the decor as much as we did. Even with no balcony and exterior corridors, CSR is a great option for families looking for a deluxe feel and amenities without the huge price tag. It was weird, the rooms felt bigger to me even with the Queen beds, maybe because of the new lower dresser. :thumbsup2

[Michelle2]

Just back from a 3 night stay at CSR....oh I so miss it all ready, I'm ready to go back! :sad1: We have stayed at all the moderates including CSR, but with the new rooms I don't think I would stay anywhere else, it's better than the deluxes at half the cost! :thumbsup2 I will be shocked if they don't go up on the prices! We were in Cabana 8A, room 8211, second floor corner room with 2 windows, close to the dig site and the bus stop. The renovated rooms are soooo....much prettier in person than in the pictures!! They are absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!! We were on the Quick Service Dining plan and it really paid off eating at the Pepper Market! We spent $100 a day for the plan, but easily spent $200 a day on food not including the refillable mugs that are included in the plan. I know Buzz just got back and has answered alot of questions, but if anyone has any I would be glad to answer. I will post some of my pics soon! If you haven't tried CSR, you need too. I love this resort! :love: :love:

WOW! My sister and I and my DD just stayed at CSR for free dining in 2007 and we loved it even then! I love the pictures and love the improvements. We were staying in Pop this year for free dining since we will need 2 rooms, but after seeing these new rooms, may just have to upgrade. We love that resort. Thanks so much for the pics and the review, it sounded wonderful!

[SandraVB79]

Thank you for the review! If we ever end up at a mod instead of a value (I can be so cheap at times :rotfl2: ), I would definitely try it out myself!!!

Deluxe hotels do NOT have exterior corridors.. enough said LOL!

It's a nice hotel, but Disney "Deluxes" aren't real deluxe hotels and this one isn't up to those standards!

:snooty:

[Buzz2001]

Welcome back and thanks for the great review!

What the heck!? I'm back not even a week and they made more changes. When did they add the blanket to the end of the bed? I like those.

[roozlilone]

Welcome back and thanks for the great review!

What the heck!? I'm back not even a week and they made more changes. When did they add the blanket to the end of the bed? I like those.

That is so funny, Buzz. You know I was thinking the same thing. When we first walked into our room, I was like I don't remember seeing blankets on Buzz's pictures?? :rotfl: :rotfl: The blanket and roll pillow really bring the look all together. We went for the DVC tour and I noticed the Bay Lake Towers and AK Villas both had the same type of blanket at the end of the beds. :banana:

[LPNmom]

Thanks for the great report, loved the pictures.

[tink771]

Welcome back and thanks for the great review!

What the heck!? I'm back not even a week and they made more changes. When did they add the blanket to the end of the bed? I like those.

We didn't have them either. It certainly is a nice touch!

[momrek06]

DS is getting married in June. They are going to be at Portofino at US for a week and then to WDW staying at CSR for a week.

What recommendations do you all have for rooms? I would love suggestions. His whole trip is all planned out and I am not even sure if his rooms were selected by his travel agent....but in any event I would just like to know where DISer's have stay at CSR and what/why they liked those rooms best!!!

TIA!! :goodvibes

[mickey916]

Thanks for the report. After reading your report and Buzz's we've decided we definitely want to stay at CSR for our May 2010 trip. We tried to stay there in May 2006 but at first I was too early to book (tried in June 2005) and then by Oct. 2005 when I tried again, I was too late - no rooms left. I decided to try to beat the system this year and attempted a room only reservation this week but was told only Junior Suites and King rooms are available at this point - any ideas when I'll be able to get a 2 queen room-only ressie for May 2010? I know packages don't come out until August but I don't want to miss out again - especially after reading your reports!

[tink771]

DS is getting married in June. They are going to be at Portofino at US for a week and then to WDW staying at CSR for a week.

What recommendations do you all have for rooms? I would love suggestions. His whole trip is all planned out and I am not even sure if his rooms were selected by his travel agent....but in any event I would just like to know where DISer's have stay at CSR and what/why they liked those rooms best!!!

TIA!! :goodvibes

Personally I love the cabanas section, the location is great. I always ask for a high floor, I don't like to hear people above me. If possible I try to get a corner room, the two windows make the room seem larger.

[roozlilone]

DS is getting married in June. They are going to be at Portofino at US for a week and then to WDW staying at CSR for a week.

What recommendations do you all have for rooms? I would love suggestions. His whole trip is all planned out and I am not even sure if his rooms were selected by his travel agent....but in any event I would just like to know where DISer's have stay at CSR and what/why they liked those rooms best!!!

TIA!! :goodvibes

We've stayed at all the different sections and Cabana is our favorite. I like the beachy Cabana look with all the hammocks. The Casitas usually has a lot of convention goers (not always). Ranchos is nice but I'm not a huge fan of the cactus look. :goodvibes

[momrek06]

Personally I love the cabanas section, the location is great. I always ask for a high floor, I don't like to hear people above me. If possible I try to get a corner room, the two windows make the room seem larger.

Thanks, tink!!

Cabanas, high floor and corner room!!! :thumbsup2

[momrek06]

We've stayed at all the different sections and Cabana is our favorite. I like the beachy Cabana look with all the hammocks. The Casitas usually has a lot of convention goers (not always). Ranchos is nice but I'm not a huge fan of the cactus look. :goodvibes

Jodi, another vote for the Cabana's!!! Awesome!!! :yay:

[roozlilone]

Thanks, tink!!

Cabanas, high floor and corner room!!! :thumbsup2

Actually, room 8211 fits the bill nicely! :thumbsup2

[Buzz2001]

DS is getting married in June. They are going to be at Portofino at US for a week and then to WDW staying at CSR for a week.

What recommendations do you all have for rooms? I would love suggestions. His whole trip is all planned out and I am not even sure if his rooms were selected by his travel agent....but in any event I would just like to know where DISer's have stay at CSR and what/why they liked those rooms best!!!

TIA!! :goodvibesCheck out this thread for location.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29296405&postcount=3

I like the cabana for their proximity to everything. The casitas for the great courtyards and fountains and the ranchos for the theme and seclusion.

[summermac]

Hey, Buzz, how many times have you stayed at CSR? (Just curious!)

[Buzz2001]

Hey, Buzz, how many times have you stayed at CSR? (Just curious!)11 and counting

[KatMark]

11 and counting

I'll never catch up to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)

[pediatric-rnp]

We're staying at CSR for our first time the end of March, and thanks to threads like this one, and Buzz's site and pics, I am soooo looking forward to this trip and our stay at CSR!! :goodvibes Our previous stays were at the BC, but we just couldn't justify the $$ to stay there this visit. I was dissapointed at first, because I really didn't know anything about the mods, but this looks like a beautiful resort, with all of the amenities of the deluxes. This trip is our first vacation ever without the kids, and I think this will be the perfect resort for us to relax and reconnect in.:lovestruc

[Buzz2001]

I'll never catch up to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)Who you kidding...your right on my tail.

Plus if the prices continue to drop again for the rooms, I'll be able to go back to multiple trips in a year.

[momrek06]

Actually, room 8211 fits the bill nicely! :thumbsup2

Ok, a question, rooz, do you think it would be rude for me to email their travel agent and request Room 8211?? I am very very good friends with their agent and she is such a doll...do you think it would be just a bit over the top if I were to do that??? :confused3

Just would love DISer's thoughts on that!!! ::yes::




Check out this thread for location.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29296405&postcount=3

I like the cabana for their proximity to everything. The casitas for the great courtyards and fountains and the ranchos for the theme and seclusion.

Wow, thanks, BUZZ, I will absolutely check out your thread!!! :thumbsup2

11 and counting!!! :scared1: Well then CSR must be pretty amazing!!! :woohoo:

[Buzz2001]

Ok, a question, rooz, do you think it would be rude for me to email their travel agent and request Room 8211?? I am very very good friends with their agent and she is such a doll...do you think it would be just a bit over the top if I were to do that??? :confused3 I wouldn't try to narrow it down to a room, a building is good enough. I usually ask for cabana 9b or any cabana building.

[serene56]

Welcome back and thanks for the great review!

What the heck!? I'm back not even a week and they made more changes. When did they add the blanket to the end of the bed? I like those.


Is that a blanket at the foot of the bed? or is it there to protect the white blankets from shoes while laying in the bed?

I know cruise ships have it like that.

[momrek06]

I wouldn't try to narrow it down to a room, a building is good enough. I usually ask for cabana 9b or any cabana building.

Oh wow, good idea, Buzz...wicked cool. YIPPEE, this is why I love the DIS!!! :love:

I will email her and suggest Cabana 9B or like you said any Cabana!!! :thumbsup2

[roozlilone]

11 and counting

5 and counting for us! First visit to CSR was when I was 7 months pregnant with my 2nd child and she is 9 now! WOW! I believe at that time CSR had just opened! :goodvibes

[BiancaBernard&Penny]

That is so funny, Buzz. You know I was thinking the same thing. When we first walked into our room, I was like I don't remember seeing blankets on Buzz's pictures?? :rotfl: :rotfl: The blanket and roll pillow really bring the look all together. We went for the DVC tour and I noticed the Bay Lake Towers and AK Villas both had the same type of blanket at the end of the beds. :banana:

I'm worried about the blanket! It's very cute and matches the tble runner blanket trend I've seen at nice hotels lately but I'm afraid they're going to start disappearing? I hope not and like to think that wouldn't happen but I'm sure it does. Hopefully people behave and we all get to see them! The roll pillows are cute too... took me a couple looks at the picture to notice the hidden Mickey's on them. I'd love to buy some of that fabric!!

[Buzz2001]

I'm worried about the blanket! It's very cute and matches the tble runner blanket trend I've seen at nice hotels lately but I'm afraid they're going to start disappearing? I hope not and like to think that wouldn't happen but I'm sure it does. Hopefully people behave and we all get to see them! The roll pillows are cute too... took me a couple looks at the picture to notice the hidden Mickey's on them. I'd love to buy some of that fabric!!Does WDW charge things to people's cc if things end up missing from a room? They must.

[wall*e2008]

The queen size beds and sliding door really make this an appealing resort.

[kedz]

So all the rooms are the same size and what not? Just different views?? The whole different names [casitas,cabanas,ranchos] throws me off.. sorry if I am being daft!


See, I'm confused by all the different names.. I know I have asked before, but which would be the best choice if i could choose. My husband and I have 2 girls 10&7, is there a building better suited or are they all equal..

[tinknme]

Thank you for the wonderful review! Dh & I will be at CSR next week & I am so hoping we get a new room :thumbsup2

[Buzz2001]

See, I'm confused by all the different names.. I know I have asked before, but which would be the best choice if i could choose. My husband and I have 2 girls 10&7, is there a building better suited or are they all equal..Check out this post.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29296405&postcount=3

[JPTexan82]

Man I wish I was there right now with all this talk

[Buzz2001]

Man I wish I was there right now with all this talkYou and me both!

[mom2taylorandemily]

I just booked a surprise trip for my family for Aug. and I booked it at CSR and after seeing the pics on this thread, I am sooooooo glad that I chose this resort this year.

[KatMark]

I just booked a surprise trip for my family for Aug. and I booked it at CSR and after seeing the pics on this thread, I am sooooooo glad that I chose this resort this year.

Congratulations! :thumbsup2 :cool1:

[ctaci]

Love the pictures!! The two windows REALLY make a difference in a room huh?? Love that.

Ill be there in ---- 3 days !!

Cabanas 9b hopefully! (Thanks Buzz!)

And we got the king bed room since its just DH and I.. I almost want to sacrafice it for that exact room you were in.

[a*lil*bit*goofy]

the new rooms look beautiful!

[Neeter]

Welcome back and thanks for the great review!

What the heck!? I'm back not even a week and they made more changes. When did they add the blanket to the end of the bed? I like those.

Hey isn't the desk in a different place in this room too?
I think the other pics I've seen of the new rooms have the desk under the mirror on the TV wall. I think I like this set-up the best. Love the blankets & new pillows.

BTW, are these new photos of rooms in the Club Level?

[MarkinNM]

THANKS for all of the info and pics!!! Looks like the place is really nice, this will be our 1st time staying onsite so we are really looking forward to it!! 8 wonderful nights! The only thing I have not decived on is the DDP, not too sure on the value other then the fact of it being prepaid..........:confused3

[kgle]

Auuugh makes me so mad that I had to downgrade back to a value to save some money :( Cannot wait to finally make it there...sometime!

[Buzz2001]

Hey isn't the desk in a different place in this room too?
I think the other pics I've seen of the new rooms have the desk under the mirror on the TV wall. I think I like this set-up the best. Love the blankets & new pillows.

BTW, are these new photos of rooms in the Club Level?In conrer rooms, the 2nd window is in the place where the mirror goes so they moved the mirror closer to the bathroom. But yes, the desk is facing the first window.

[Buzz2001]

Auuugh makes me so mad that I had to downgrade back to a value to save some money :( Cannot wait to finally make it there...sometime!Reason to plan another trip for next year!!

[Elise79]

THANKS for all of the info and pics!!! Looks like the place is really nice, this will be our 1st time staying onsite so we are really looking forward to it!! 8 wonderful nights! The only thing I have not decived on is the DDP, not too sure on the value other then the fact of it being prepaid..........:confused3

If you are thinking of eating at the resort at all you might want to consider one of the DDP's as the Pepper Market is quite expensive OOP but a great value on the DDP!

We are using the QSDP in 3 weeks :cool1: as I know if we eat at least a few meals in the pepper market (which we will do) will be ahead $$$!

[*Dreamin'Dad*]

Great review and nice pics! We are getting close enough to taste it.

These threads are really a form of torture........aren't they? ;)

[Lilolvr]

Love the pictures!! The two windows REALLY make a difference in a room huh?? Love that.

Ill be there in ---- 3 days !!

Cabanas 9b hopefully! (Thanks Buzz!)

And we got the king bed room since its just DH and I.. I almost want to sacrafice it for that exact room you were in.Have a terrific trip!! :woohoo:

[snookler]

Thanks for the pics and review - I can't wait to get there on Monday!

[Lilolvr]

Cabana 8A, Room 8211, second floor:

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture012.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture014-1.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture018-1.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture016-1.jpgI love your room pics! These new rooms are terrific! ;)

[familyfirsttimer]

Some might say it's too business oriented, but their are hidden mickeys all over the new decor, everywhere you looked! :thumbsup2

ok, we just returned from the CSR Feb 11-18th and LOVEd the new rooms as well, we did not have the blankets/roll pillows and only found Mickey is one place in the room, what did we miss??? you say they were all over the new decor....please enlighten me.

BTW, those beds we SO comfy and the dark wood decor was just beautiful!

[roozlilone]

ok, we just returned from the CSR Feb 11-18th and LOVEd the new rooms as well, we did not have the blankets/roll pillows and only found Mickey is one place in the room, what did we miss??? you say they were all over the new decor....please enlighten me.

BTW, those beds we SO comfy and the dark wood decor was just beautiful!

Off the top of my head, can't remember all the places that I saw...they were on the blanket, roll pillow, the mirrors, and shower head. :goodvibes

[roozlilone]

Hey isn't the desk in a different place in this room too?
I think the other pics I've seen of the new rooms have the desk under the mirror on the TV wall. I think I like this set-up the best. Love the blankets & new pillows.

BTW, are these new photos of rooms in the Club Level?

Buzz would know best, but I think the club level rooms are only Cabana 9A. I was in 8A and we didn't have a DVD player or Robes so I'm assuming it was not club level. :goodvibes

[KatMark]

Club Level is Cabana 9B. However, they are not offering Club Level to resort guests...only convention guests.

[Buzz2001]

ok, we just returned from the CSR Feb 11-18th and LOVEd the new rooms as well, we did not have the blankets/roll pillows and only found Mickey is one place in the room, what did we miss??? you say they were all over the new decor....please enlighten me.

BTW, those beds we SO comfy and the dark wood decor was just beautiful!Welcome back! Glad you had a great trip!! I just got back last Thursday too and I didn't have those items in the rooms. Maybe they just are starting to add them to the renovated rooms.

[AndreaDBfan]

I scheduled my stay about a month ago and will be staying at the CSR April 24-May 1. I didn't make any requests when I made the reservations mostly because I was too excited about the fact that I made reservations! :yay: My question is, is it too late to make requests now? It will be our first stay, heck our first trip to Disney and our first major trip as a family. Needless to say, I'm a little overwhelmed and a lot excited.

Thanks!
Andrea

[skater]

only been back a few weeks and I don't know how I'll wait until our Sept. trip. It seems like forever and I sure don't want to wish my summer away :guilty: .

My DH is still unsure about the "adultness" of CSR, but it looks like I'm going to get my way :goodvibes . For what we can afford, there is just no other Disney resort that compares - great pool, great bus service (mostly), and great food. After dealing with such poor buses and food at POR, I can't wait to show it off to my kids and parents. Its hard to get the elusive "Disney feeling" when you're waiting a looooong time for a bus at the end of the day or you're eating extremely greasy cheeseburgers or throwing away moldy cups left for you from mousekeeping :headache: . A few extra hidden Mickeys doesn't cover up the bad experiences :thumbsup2 .

[Buzz2001]

I scheduled my stay about a month ago and will be staying at the CSR April 24-May 1. I didn't make any requests when I made the reservations mostly because I was too excited about the fact that I made reservations! :yay: My question is, is it too late to make requests now? It will be our first stay, heck our first trip to Disney and our first major trip as a family. Needless to say, I'm a little overwhelmed and a lot excited.

Thanks!
AndreaHi Andrea! Its never too late. Call back and add a room request to your reservation. Check out this post for ideas.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29296405&postcount=3

[Lilolvr]

ok, we just returned from the CSR Feb 11-18th and LOVEd the new rooms as well, we did not have the blankets/roll pillows and only found Mickey is one place in the room, what did we miss??? you say they were all over the new decor....please enlighten me.

BTW, those beds we SO comfy and the dark wood decor was just beautiful!Glad you loved CSR! Its our favorite resort too!

[familyfirsttimer]

Glad you loved CSR! Its our favorite resort too!

We have now stayed at POP, Contemporary and CSR and all 4 os us in the family agree, it is our favorite and want to come stay there again!

[Lilolvr]

We have now stayed at POP, Contemporary and CSR and all 4 os us in the family agree, it is our favorite and want to come stay there again!I know what you mean! :banana:

[MsStinkerBelle]

Glad to hear yet another positive impression of CSR. I can hardly wait until I'm there in June! My TA put in a request for the Cabanas section. I hope we get it! :thumbsup2

[frisco]

Deluxe hotels do NOT have exterior corridors.. enough said LOL!


Ever stayed at a Sandals? Some of them have outdoor corridors. If I'm correct, many resorts in the Bahamas and Carribean have outdoor corridors. I'd consider some of them deluxe.

[Mr.FOLs]

Deluxe hotels do NOT have exterior corridors.. enough said LOL!

It's a nice hotel, but Disney "Deluxes" aren't real deluxe hotels and this one isn't up to those standards!

Why do you think they aren't real deluxes? Have you ever stayed at them? or off site deluxes? Id love to know your thoughts :teacher:

Im trying to decide between Poly and GF but if this place is that great and that much cheaper maybe i should try it.

[ctaci]

Club Level is Cabana 9B. However, they are not offering Club Level to resort guests...only convention guests.

Im confused (as usual!)

I just faxed them today requesting Cabana 9b -- was I wrong in this?? :confused3

[KatMark]

Im confused (as usual!)

I just faxed them today requesting Cabana 9b -- was I wrong in this?? :confused3

No, Cabana 9B is available to resort guests if there is not a convention using it. You just don't get to use the Club Level services.

[ajsmommy1129]

When I booked, the CM told me that 9B is only available if there is not a convention that has booked it. You might want to check to see if there is a convention there during your stay. I am sure Buzz and KatMark can provide the skinny on this, since we all know that the CMs don't always have the correct info.

[Buzz2001]

When I booked, the CM told me that 9B is only available if there is not a convention that has booked it. You might want to check to see if there is a convention there during your stay. I am sure Buzz and KatMark can provide the skinny on this, since we all know that the CMs don't always have the correct info.It doesn't matter if a convention is at the resort, they would have to pay extra to book that building. Convention guests can still use the lounge while leisure guest have rooms in 9b. When I was in 9b, the first two days they had convention people using the lounge. My friend had to sneak me in after they left so I could check it out. So request 9b. What I usually ask for is cabana 9b or any cabana building.

[Buzz2001]

No, Cabana 9B is available to resort guests if there is not a convention using it. You just don't get to use the Club Level services.Correct!

[RocketCityMama]

:thumbsup2 thanks for sharing!

I can't wait til May! We have requested Casitas 4 or 5, we were in 5 in Dec and loved the proximity to El Centro and our bus stop (which was 1st one for pickup and drop off :love: ) but now wonder if we should request another building that is upgraded... hmmm decisions decisions.

Everytime I read a CSR thread I get more and more excited and thanks Buzz for always being around to answer all of our questions!:lovestruc

[ZImkoucl]

So glad you liked the resort. Thanks for sharing!

[bab31]

Cabana 8A, Room 8211, second floor:

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture012.jpg

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http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/roozlilone/Picture016-1.jpg

very nice!

[tink771]

Cabanas 9B January 09

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[lisaross]

We're going in August, first time at CSR - can i fax a request in for the Cabana Rooms, or call? and how far in advance. Also are the Cabana rooms pretty close to the main dining? pool? and bus?

thanx

lisa

[Dazer22]

What happened to Buzz? Where did he go and why?

[Tink2312]

What happened to Buzz? Where did he go and why?

Looks like that's "the question that cannot be asked" :confused3

Good luck Buzz...wherever you are....... :confused:

[princessmom29]

When I asked the thread was locked????:scared:

[Tink2312]

We're going in August, first time at CSR - can i fax a request in for the Cabana Rooms, or call? and how far in advance. Also are the Cabana rooms pretty close to the main dining? pool? and bus?

thanx

lisa


You can fax the request - the number should be in the FAQ thread. Usually 2-3 days before is the best time, so I've heard.

Cabana 9B is closest, but all the Cabanas are within easy walking distance. We stayed in 8A on our last visit and cutting across the bridge it was 4-5 mins.

:) :)

[tinknme]

We're going in August, first time at CSR - can i fax a request in for the Cabana Rooms, or call? and how far in advance. Also are the Cabana rooms pretty close to the main dining? pool? and bus?

thanx

lisa

I had my request faxed in Friday, we leave Wednesday :cool1:

Here is the number:

CSR - Fax: (407) 939-1001

[tinknme]

Looks like that's "the question that cannot be asked" :confused3

Good luck Buzz...wherever you are....... :confused:

Ditto!

[KatMark]

You can fax the request - the number should be in the FAQ thread. Usually 2-3 days before is the best time, so I've heard.

Cabana 9B is closest, but all the Cabanas are within easy walking distance. We stayed in 8A on our last visit and cutting across the bridge it was 4-5 mins.

:) :)

Just remember that Cabanas 9B is not open to resort guests UNLESS there is no convention and they are not using it.

[skater]

I was surprised how well the fax worked for us in Feb. That was the first time we were placed in an area we requested without "begging" for it on arrival day.

[Tink2312]

I was surprised how well the fax worked for us in Feb. That was the first time we were placed in an area we requested without "begging" for it on arrival day.

That's great to hear :) I'm definitely going to have a go before our trip in 3 weeks!

We too had to do a little begging to stay in the Cabanas last time - originally it was going to be the Ranchos, which just seem a little far our for our liking.

Good news was that it worked though :lmao:

[lisaross]

Thanx for the # - did you request a specific bldg #? or just Cabana? or whichever you requested...

I had my request faxed in Friday, we leave Wednesday :cool1:

Here is the number:

CSR - Fax: (407) 939-1001

[tinknme]

That's great to hear :) I'm definitely going to have a go before our trip in 3 weeks!

We too had to do a little begging to stay in the Cabanas last time - originally it was going to be the Ranchos, which just seem a little far our for our liking.

Good news was that it worked though :lmao:

I hope I don't have to do any begging, but I will if it will help :laughing:

[tinknme]

Thanx for the # - did you request a specific bldg #? or just Cabana? or whichever you requested...

I requested cabana 9b ground floor or any cabana ground floor.

I am keeping my fingers crossed!

[Tink2312]

I requested cabana 9b ground floor or any cabana ground floor.

I am keeping my fingers crossed!

That's exactly what we want (plus lakeview as we've got waterview this time).

P.s - anyone else getting thread-move dizzy??? :lmao:

[tinknme]

That's exactly what we want (plus lakeview as we've got waterview this time).

P.s - anyone else getting thread-move dizzy??? :lmao:

::yes::

[SoloFriendly]

Wow, what a difference some throw pillows and a duvet cover make! That extra splash of color on the beds is amazing. I hope I get a renovated room for my May trip <keeps fingers crossed>.

[serene56]

I had my request faxed in Friday, we leave Wednesday :cool1:

Here is the number:

CSR - Fax: (407) 939-1001



Did you get your request?

[tinknme]

Did you get your request?

Just returned last night & yes we got our request, 1st floor Cabana 9A :thumbsup2

[AlternateEgo]

I'm thinking about requesting any Cabana corner room, water view, with a King Bed. I will pay the upgrade for the King bed, but there is no choice for King/Waterview.

Also, does anyone know of any "great" views you can get from the top floor? Which areas? Pictures?

[cajunprincess]

I'm totally excited to go back to CSR. Tomorrow will make 2 months until we leave!! Yeay! :cheer2:

[nanabear]

Love the blanket and rolll pillow, but I have to ask: do you think they are cleaned between guests?

I worked at a "luxury" hotel in the past and we had a problem with lice for months. The company finally decided it had to be the decorative pillows on the beds. They also believed that the pillows may have changed rooms because the lice seemed to spread on one floor. :scared:

It was too costly to steam clean the pillows every time guests checked out, and there just wasn't time. The pillows were replaced with ones that had removable covers that were changed between guests. I'm not certain this solved the problem, but I left shortly after.

One other problem I remember: a guest brought a throw pillow from her bed to the front desk to show me what she thought was dandruff (and it may have been). I didn't blame her one bit!

[tinknme]

Love the blanket and rolll pillow, but I have to ask: do you think they are cleaned between guests?

I worked at a "luxury" hotel in the past and we had a problem with lice for months. The company finally decided it had to be the decorative pillows on the beds. They also believed that the pillows may have changed rooms because the lice seemed to spread on one floor. :scared:

It was too costly to steam clean the pillows every time guests checked out, and there just wasn't time. The pillows were replaced with ones that had removable covers that were changed between guests. I'm not certain this solved the problem, but I left shortly after.

One other problem I remember: a guest brought a throw pillow from her bed to the front desk to show me what she thought was dandruff (and it may have been). I didn't blame her one bit!

Ewwww, I think I am glad we did not have those in our room now :scared:

[PolynesianAlex]

Do you think i would get a renovated room in Late August this year??

I really hope so because were not staying in Deluxe this year and those rooms are WOW

[KatMark]

Do you think i would get a renovated room in Late August this year??

I really hope so because were not staying in Deluxe this year and those rooms are WOW

The rehab is scheduled to be done October 09. Therefore, by the time you go, they should be 3/4 of the way done if not more, so I think you should have a pretty good chance of nabbing a renovated room.

[eag119]

Kat, do you know which buildings have been renovated to date? All of the cabanas yet?

[KatMark]

Kat, do you know which buildings have been renovated to date? All of the cabanas yet?

All of the Cabanas are done (8A and 8B, 9A and 9B); Ranchos 6A and 6B are complete (that leaves 7A and 7B to be done); the fourth floor of Casitas 1, 2 and 3 are done; that leaves all other floors of 1, 2 and 3 and all of Casitas 4 and 5. Casitas 5 is the building they are supposed to start working on next.

[eag119]

All of the Cabanas are done (8A and 8B, 9A and 9B); Ranchos 6A and 6B are complete (that leaves 7A and 7B to be done); the fourth floor of Casitas 1, 2 and 3 are done; that leaves all other floors of 1, 2 and 3 and all of Casitas 4 and 5. Casitas 5 is the building they are supposed to start working on next.

Great! Thanks for the fast response. You are doing a great job keeping up with all of the CSR posts.

[buddylove]

Great! Thanks for the fast response. You are doing a great job keeping up with all of the CSR posts.She is great!

[archersgirl1]

Hey everyone :)

I'm sure this has been asked before - but does anyone know if all the King Size / Water View Rooms have been renovated ? We are travelling for MNSSHP Sept 19-25th and have booked a King Room and requested a renovated room but of course it is not guaranteed.

Are only certain sections renovated? For people that requested certain renovated areas did you just request 'a renovated room' or did you have to request a certain section to get it ? Is there anyone out there who requested a renovated room but didn't get it upon arrival ?

Thanks for any info :) !

[KatMark]

Hey everyone :)

I'm sure this has been asked before - but does anyone know if all the King Size / Water View Rooms have been renovated ? We are travelling for MNSSHP Sept 19-25th and have booked a King Room and requested a renovated room but of course it is not guaranteed.

Are only certain sections renovated? For people that requested certain renovated areas did you just request 'a renovated room' or did you have to request a certain section to get it ? Is there anyone out there who requested a renovated room but didn't get it upon arrival ?

Thanks for any info :) !

Someone on the resort board just did a review and they had a king room, renovated (it was not waterview, I don't think). Since you are not going until September 19-25, I think you should be okay. The rehab is supposed to be done by October 09 so most of the rehab should be done by then.

As of now, all of the Cabanas are done; Ranchos 6A and 6B are done; the 4th floor of Casitas 1, 2 and 3 are done. They have now started on Casitas 4.

[TINKB72]

Hi everyone! :)

Just going thru this thread has gotten me so excited!! :banana::banana:

My DF and I will be spending our honeymoon :bride: at CSR from 9/27-10/3. This is our 1st time staying at CSR; past trips we've either stayed at POP or ASM. It looks really nice!