AKV Value really is a value! [Archive] - The DIS Discussion Forums

whitfamily

12-05-2009, 03:39 PM

We just booked our August trip to WDW. We're one of those school districts that does not began class until after Labor Day, so half of our trip is half Dream half Adventure season. Well, six nights in a one-bedroom value room only cost us 126 points! Thats nearly 30 points less than any other option, and almost 50 points less than BLT and the other higher cost resorts.

Fired up... Love the booking window advantage to access the Value rooms.

bobbiwoz

12-05-2009, 06:07 PM

I've booked a value room much more than I ever thought I would. We are frequent long weekend travelers, and they've taken the bite out of those stays!

Glad you're happy too!

Bobbi:goodvibes

TLPL

12-05-2009, 06:19 PM

I agree it is a super value.

mikeandkarla

12-05-2009, 06:21 PM

I agree! We have stayed in a value studio (pool view) in Dec. for 7 nights foe 72 points,and a 2 br lockoff (savanna view) in June for 6 nights for 178 points. The rooms where excellent, resort was awesome, value rooms are all in the front of the resort (no long hallway walks), best value in the DVC. Have pics if you want to see the rooms. Have a great trip.

TLPL

12-05-2009, 06:24 PM

I only worry DVC will somehow find a way to "rearrange" the point chart and charge us more point for those rooms down the road.

wdwnut

12-05-2009, 06:41 PM

I wouldn't worry too much about DVC re-arranging the point structure on those villas. We still have the standard view at BWV.

MAKHayes-DisneyDiva

12-05-2009, 07:04 PM

Have a great trip!

Mickey'sApprentice

12-06-2009, 06:44 AM

I wouldn't worry too much about DVC re-arranging the point structure on those villas. We still have the standard view at BWV.

The standard view is half of the reason that we bought at BWV. :thumbsup2

bobbiwoz

12-06-2009, 07:30 AM

The standard view is half of the reason that we bought at BWV. :thumbsup2

This goes for us too! I'm thrilled to have that option at such a convenient resort! Next to VWL, I think BWV's Holiday Decorations are the best of the DVC's.

Bobbi:goodvibes

Simba's Mom

12-06-2009, 11:55 AM

The standard view is half of the reason that we bought at BWV. :thumbsup2

And those value studios at AKV are 99% of the reason why I'd love to do an add-on at AKV. Terrific for my solo visits.

GrumpyBelle

12-06-2009, 01:40 PM

I agree that AKV value is a value. I just booked a 2br value for August 14-August 17 and it was only 109 points. When I looked at 1 BRs at the different resorts they were 113 points and up (depending on resort and view). So for less points, I got an extra bed:goodvibes. I realize it is smaller than a regular 2 br, but there will just be 4 of us so space won't be an issue.

whitfamily

12-06-2009, 08:10 PM

I wouldn't worry too much about DVC re-arranging the point structure on those villas.

There are so few of them I don't think it matters too much. Plus from our experience it seems DVC-ers have a bigger interest in Kidani over Jambo. In the long run we probably won't use these over the long haul, but with our first 200 pt contract and a young family its an amazing deal.

bobbiwoz

12-07-2009, 07:46 AM

Does anyone know how many value 2 bedrooms there are to be booked? I'm thinking of getting one for a weekend trip next December.

Bobbi:goodvibes

Mickey'sApprentice

12-07-2009, 08:09 AM

And those value studios at AKV are 99% of the reason why I'd love to do an add-on at AKV. Terrific for my solo visits.

I agree. DVC did a wonderful job setting AKV up on paper. We have really wonderful choices ranging from value to concierge; Jambo or Kidani; even whether you want a pool table or not in the Grand Villas.

I am eager to check the resort out in person in January.

(This will be my 1st on-property visit away from my beloved BWV!)

Coach81

12-07-2009, 08:51 AM

Yes, we love AKV as well!!!

Disneycouple99

12-07-2009, 09:00 AM

Does anyone know how many value 2 bedrooms there are to be booked? I'm thinking of getting one for a weekend trip next December.

There is a total of 10 2 bedrooms L/O. 4 with savanna view. 4 with pool view. 2 with parking lot view.

bobbiwoz

12-07-2009, 09:02 AM

There is a total of 10 2 bedrooms L/O. 4 with savanna view. 4 with pool view. 2 with parking lot view.

Thanks...I knew there weren't many, so I suppose you have to call right at 11 months, and we're going to be away then. I have to make myself a note and then read it!:rotfl:

Bobbi:goodvibes

Anal Annie

12-07-2009, 10:04 AM

I wish all of the resorts had different booking categories like AKV does. The value villas ARE a great deal but the studios are a bit tight for families. We stayed in a value studio for 3 n. in summer '08 but we were a bit cramped & I wouldn't do one with the 3 of us for any longer than that. We were doing back-to-back cruises afterward tho so we had a lot of luggage since it was a 10 n trip altogether... We found there was not enough space for the cushions from the sofa bed AND the little footstool things AND all of the luggage. We've booked a Std. view studio for our trip in March - trying Kidani this time as we're on a quest to stay somewhere different on each visit. I'm also HOPING now that we have an Owners Locker to just pack in carry-ons...but am looking forward to having the slightly larger studio since it will be for 6 nights. I think even the Standard view villas are a great deal too - especially over a peak time like spring break!!:goodvibes

This is (one reason) why I'm hesitant to try the BLT studios too...anybody know how the SF size of the BLT studio compares to the Value studios at AKV???? BLT is still on our list to try but I'm afraid it will be too small for a whole week...

Disneycouple99

12-07-2009, 10:38 AM

SF of BLT is 339. AKV value is 316.

kristenrice

12-07-2009, 12:26 PM

http://i585.photobucket.com/albums/ss297/kmrice/KaedyatTowerofTerror024.jpg

Yup...this is definitely the best value there is!:banana:

LIFERBABE

12-07-2009, 12:48 PM

I agree also!! Last Friday and Saturday we stayed in a Value studio before moving to our Savannah View studio for 3 more nights.

It's a really great value when you get Savannah view for Value points!! 3 times so far our Value room has faced the Savannah!!

The size is noticeable when you go from 1 to the other like we did, but there were only 2 of us and we would have stayed in the Value all 5 days if it had been available.

I like AKV Jambo for split stays because all the villas are on the same floor in the same building:wizard:

Simba's Mom

12-07-2009, 01:29 PM

http://i585.photobucket.com/albums/ss297/kmrice/KaedyatTowerofTerror024.jpg

Yup...this is definitely the best value there is!:banana:

WOW! Am I to take it that this is a view from a value villa? What size was it? I've always gotten a pool view for my studio, but this view I'd absolutely LOVE! Also, did you request a savanah view when you booked, or were you just fortunate?

bobbiwoz

12-07-2009, 01:51 PM

I don't know about kristenrice, but I've had savannah view value studios twice. Once my view wasn't quite as good as what she's showing, but the other time, it may have been exactly the same area or right next to what she's showing. I've never requested a view. I've had pool view twice and savannah view at least twice, maybe 3 times.

Bobbi

kristenrice

12-07-2009, 01:55 PM

WOW! Am I to take it that this is a view from a value villa? What size was it? I've always gotten a pool view for my studio, but this view I'd absolutely LOVE! Also, did you request a savanah view when you booked, or were you just fortunate?

I first requested "not a parking lot view", but changed it to a savanna view request about 2 months before we arrived.

We had a value studio for our arrival night and then moved to a value 1 BR for the next 4 nights. This photo was taken from our value 1BR, but the studio was two doors down so it was basically the same.

We probably will not be travelling to our home resort until at least 2013. By then, my kids will have had at least 4 trips with a savanna view room. I plan on booking the value category and requesting a savanna view, but I would be fine with a pool view. I would politely ask if anything else were available for any part of my stay if I was assigned one of the TWO parking lot rooms.

We only have 100 points to work with so those value rooms (especially when we get lucky and get a savanna view) are really a great deal. They allow us to actually stay in a 1BR instead of a studio:yay:.

whitfamily

12-07-2009, 02:50 PM

I believe all VR views are pool or savanna, but I could be wrong. Our 1BR in October was of the pool at Jambo and it was actually very nice. The daytime got a little noisy, but not too bad at all.

The size difference for us was very noticeable in the bedroom area. You had to be on the bed to open/close the door... or be extremely skinny! Other than that we had zero issue with the size. For the 30+ point difference between the VR and SR I'll think skinny and suck in the gut twice a day!

Disneycouple99

12-07-2009, 02:58 PM

There are 2 parking lot view 2 bedrooms, rooms 5135 and 5133 plus 5131 and 5129. They are located across the hall from the savanna rooms on the end.

photobob

12-07-2009, 03:01 PM

The standard view is half of the reason that we bought at BWV. :thumbsup2

I have been fortunate enough to get standard view both times I've gone to BWV at the seven month mark. It to me is the best value I've seen.

toniosmom

12-08-2009, 05:17 AM

Does anyone have photos of the value rooms? I'm most curious about the 1 and 2 BR units.

mikeandkarla

12-08-2009, 05:40 AM

Here is a previously posted thread of some AKV 1 br value room pics.

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2145703

whitfamily

12-08-2009, 09:17 AM

I jokingly compare the difference to that of an American vacation suite vs a European one. The difference isn't quit that stark, but its relatively close.

bonrea

12-08-2009, 05:14 PM

mikeandkarla

12-12-2009, 09:11 AM

1 br value:

Kitchen
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1189.jpg
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1190.jpg

Master BR
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1191.jpg
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1193.jpg

Laundry
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1194.jpg

Master bathroom
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1197.jpg
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1198.jpg

savanna view
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj34/mikeandkarla/100_1255.jpg

Anal Annie

12-12-2009, 05:09 PM

:lmao: When we checked into our value studio the CM said this would be a "pool view". I think she should've said "used to be a pool view".

From the balcony (a left, right, center view):rotfl2:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b685a9fc9700000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b749d65df200000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b6a70afc2500000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

Inside:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b727295d3a00000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b61318fc6d00000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

Simba's Mom

12-13-2009, 12:08 PM

:lmao: When we checked into our value studio the CM said this would be a "pool view". I think she should've said "used to be a pool view".

From the balcony (a left, right, center view):rotfl2:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b685a9fc9700000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b749d65df200000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b8d636b3127ccec4b6a70afc2500000040O08Qbs27Ju5cA9 vPgQ/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

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Just curious, is that 5026? Because it looks like the view I had from there a couple months ago-

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n309/Simbasmom32/October2009-WDW/IMG_0037.jpg

However, it may not have had a great view, but it was a lot quieter than the pool view I had last year (#5020). That had a good view of the pool, but with the sliding door right next to the bed, it got kind of noisy some evenings-

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n309/Simbasmom32/May2008-WDW/DSCF1019.jpg

Anal Annie

12-13-2009, 01:20 PM

Just curious, is that 5026? Because it looks like the view I had from there a couple months ago-

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n309/Simbasmom32/October2009-WDW/IMG_0037.jpg

However, it may not have had a great view, but it was a lot quieter than the pool view I had last year (#5020). That had a good view of the pool, but with the sliding door right next to the bed, it got kind of noisy some evenings-

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n309/Simbasmom32/May2008-WDW/DSCF1019.jpg

Sorry, I honestly don't remember the room number...looks like you could see the ground tho! Looks like a lounge chair or something down there? That is more than we could see!! I know it was not far from the stairs - just to the left by a few rooms. We used the stairs to go up & down to the bus stop! MUCH faster than going back up to use the elevators. :thumbsup2