mansions at POR

[2ndvice]

OK..we are leaving on July 6th for 2weeks at the POR. First time there and by looking at a map, I believe I may request to stay at the magnolia, oak or paterre mansions. They seem to be right near the food, arcades and gift shop. Should I request these?...I have a dd8 and ds12..thanks

[Carrieberry]

If you want to stay in a mansion these are good choices. If you have not requested either a mansion or Alligator Bayou, then I would at the very least put in a request for that. The whole resort is nice, but I think the mansions are extra special for the little girls. Just my opinion, my son stuck his tongue out at them, he wanted to be where the lizards were over in the Bayou, your 12 year old proabaly will be fine with either since he is older! i also think the mansion areas are easier to find your way around than the Bayou which might be a concern of your if you are planning on letting the kid's head to the food court, or go explore by themselves.

[Melika77]

HI! I Love POR. I have stayed there many times. I wanted to stay there for my WDW vacation, which also egins July 6. The resort is large, however, the beautiful scenary is worht it. If you are looking for rooms closest to the main building, the rooms that tend to be closer are the bayou rooms. However, the mansions are not too much more of a walk. Here is a link to a map of POR...this will help you better decide where to stay: http://www.wdwig.com/pomap1.jpg

I hope this helps!

Melissa

PS. Thee is a Dis Meet July 6 at 8:30 pm at the Japan Pavillion in Epcot's WS if you are interested. We are going to watch Illuminations and then head to Beaches and Cream for desert. E-mail me at Melissa02909@yahoo.com if you are interested....

[2ndvice]

thank you all so much. By looking at that map, I am still not sure what to do. The thought of having the kids run to get food my themselves or go to the pool is a wonderful thing. Is there a bridge from the mansions over to the main food court?

[Carrieberry]

Yes there is a bridge that goes directly from the walkway infront to the mansions over to the food court and stuff. It is esay to find it, it's pretty big. If your son likes to spend time in the arcade, and he will be going over there alone a lot, then I would defintiely suggest the mansions. Even I got a little lost navigating around Alligator Bayou!

[Melika77]

Seriously...no matter where you stay at POR you will like it. It is a wonderfully themed resort.

Melissa

[2ndvice]

Carrie, Thanks so much for your help! Like I said, this is our first time at the POR. We stayed at the POFQ about 9 yrs ago and 3yrs ago we stayed at ASMUS. We are so excited we can afford to stay at a moderate again!....If I can, I may go to the Japan meeting ground..its our first day and dont know if the family will go for it. Thanks again for the invite...Have a great time!!!!!!

[Melika77]

Well, enjoy your stay at POR!

Melissa

[Carrieberry]

No problem! I'm sure you'll have a great time no matter where you end up! Be sure to listen for the lil critters as you walk around! Have a great trip!;)

[BadgerBruce]

We've stayed at POR 4 times, always in the Magnolia Terrace mansion. It has a quiet pool & is very close to the main pool area. The walk to the main building is not bad at all, and very scenic. It's a beautiful resort & hope you have a great time!

[GaDisneyDad]

We've stayed at POR twice now, both times in Magnolia Terrace. I like this building because 1) there's a bus depot just across the parking lot from your building, 2) you're just across the bridge to the main pool and food court, and 3) you're right next door to a quiet pool.

[2ndvice]

OK. I think my mind is made up on the mansions. I just hope when I call on Monday they will take my request. Thanks all for your help!