Concierge/Club Level Information- Part IV, July 2012

[Maxie86]

Alas, the RPC at the GFR does not offer champagne during "Twilight Refreshers" (5-7 p.m.) However, the facility does offer Mumm Napa (cuvee), a wonderful sparkling wine that generates light fruit and hints-of-honey flavoring and a refreshing finish.

We had our last glasses two nights ago. But now we're home.

All the best.

What!!!! no more champagne. I will not be happy if this is true. That is one of the things that made CL at the Grand so special. I loved having a glass or two while listening to the orchestra in the evening. I really hate that they keep raising rates and taking more and more things away.

 

[trishadono]

What!!!! no more champagne. I will not be happy if this is true. That is one of the things that made CL at the Grand so special. I loved having a glass or two while listening to the orchestra in the evening. I really hate that they keep raising rates and taking more and more things away.

When I checked in on 11/8 at 3pm I was told champagne was available upon request, so I did.

 

[Maxie86]

When I checked in on 11/8 at 3pm I was told champagne was available upon request, so I did.

Thank you. I will be requesting some if it's not out. Now all I have to worry about is the weather...here not there. I'm always afraid we'll have a snow storm and I won't be able to get there or be delayed.

 

[psac]

We stayed at BCR CL a couple years ago and we talked to another family there quite a bit. We had kids the same age and we were in lounge together several times. They had other family with them at one point, who were actually staying in another resort. I can't remember if they brought the other family members into the lounge or if they told me they were taking food/drinks back to their room for them. I was surprised to see that. I guess if the CMs don't know - there's nothing they can do. Just wondering if the CMs monitor or watch for this kind of thing.

Like you said, if they don't know there's nothing they can do. It's a bit of an honor system, which in WDW usually means someone will try to abuse the system. . But of course most people follow the rules, it's just the few bad eggs.

I have seen people post that some of the club CMs told them to invite friends/family in when asked, but I think that's really more being cordial than any real policy.

 

[GSLand]

Wilderness Lodge - beautiful resort but Club Level was disappointing The Wilderness Lodge lobby and outside areas are interesting, beautifully executed and well maintained. The staff was unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful
. We paid extra to stay on the Old Faithful Club Level. This was part that was below our expectations. - The room was small and the balcony which could have visually expanded the room had a chest level closed wall and a low over hanging roof. - The included food and drinks are kept in a room that is closed off with metal screen doors mid morning, mid afternoon, late evening until 7 AM. If you could catch one of the staff they would get you a drink from the kitchen, but we could not always find staff. The was especially irksome early mornings. - The seating for the lounge are tables and chairs around the balcony overlooking the lobby, pretty view but not comfortable for relaxing. The chairs are hard and the whole areas is also a walkway from the rooms to the lounge. - The lounge food and drink was adequate, not terrible, but not outstanding. - and one more small but annoying thing: no bathroom on the lounge floor. We early risers like to go to the lounge and drink coffee and leave the room (and bathroom) for the others to get dressed. We have stayed on the club level at other Disney resorts, not every one, but of the ones we have stayed at this was the least enjoyable.

 

[mickeynut1]

Wilderness Lodge - beautiful resort but Club Level was disappointing The Wilderness Lodge lobby and outside areas are interesting, beautifully executed and well maintained. The staff was unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful
. We paid extra to stay on the Old Faithful Club Level. This was part that was below our expectations. - The room was small and the balcony which could have visually expanded the room had a chest level closed wall and a low over hanging roof. - The included food and drinks are kept in a room that is closed off with metal screen doors mid morning, mid afternoon, late evening until 7 AM. If you could catch one of the staff they would get you a drink from the kitchen, but we could not always find staff. The was especially irksome early mornings. - The seating for the lounge are tables and chairs around the balcony overlooking the lobby, pretty view but not comfortable for relaxing. The chairs are hard and the whole areas is also a walkway from the rooms to the lounge. - The lounge food and drink was adequate, not terrible, but not outstanding. - and one more small but annoying thing: no bathroom on the lounge floor. We early risers like to go to the lounge and drink coffee and leave the room (and bathroom) for the others to get dressed. We have stayed on the club level at other Disney resorts, not every one, but of the ones we have stayed at this was the least enjoyable.

I'm glad you liked the WL, but sorry you didn't enjoy CL. I have stayed 3 CLs (WL CL, GF RPC, & GF SL), and while RPC is my favorite, WL CL runs a close second for me. With that said, not every resort and/or CL suits everyone, so it's great that Disney has so many choices .

 

[trishadono]

Thank you. I will be requesting some if it's not out. Now all I have to worry about is the weather...here not there. I'm always afraid we'll have a snow storm and I won't be able to get there or be delayed.

Ya we leave tomorrow. From NY with a storm approaching. We have jetblue direct from syr to Mco so hopefully OK

 

[Ofinn]

Wilderness Lodge - beautiful resort but Club Level was disappointing The Wilderness Lodge lobby and outside areas are interesting, beautifully executed and well maintained. The staff was unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful
. We paid extra to stay on the Old Faithful Club Level. This was part that was below our expectations. - The room was small and the balcony which could have visually expanded the room had a chest level closed wall and a low over hanging roof. - The included food and drinks are kept in a room that is closed off with metal screen doors mid morning, mid afternoon, late evening until 7 AM. If you could catch one of the staff they would get you a drink from the kitchen, but we could not always find staff. The was especially irksome early mornings. - The seating for the lounge are tables and chairs around the balcony overlooking the lobby, pretty view but not comfortable for relaxing. The chairs are hard and the whole areas is also a walkway from the rooms to the lounge. - The lounge food and drink was adequate, not terrible, but not outstanding. - and one more small but annoying thing: no bathroom on the lounge floor. We early risers like to go to the lounge and drink coffee and leave the room (and bathroom) for the others to get dressed. We have stayed on the club level at other Disney resorts, not every one, but of the ones we have stayed at this was the least enjoyable.

We have stayed at WL CL twice. We enjoyed the lounge and offerings, but the rooms are definitely lacking. On our last stay at WL we stayed in a Courtyard view(no CL). I think I enjoyed it more than the CL. We really enjoyed the balcony and the view. I think for the price compared to the other MK resorts WL is a great resort. Money being no option I would always choose the Poly CL.

 

[CuteAsMinnie]

Wilderness Lodge - beautiful resort but Club Level was disappointing The Wilderness Lodge lobby and outside areas are interesting, beautifully executed and well maintained. The staff was unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful
. We paid extra to stay on the Old Faithful Club Level. This was part that was below our expectations. - The room was small and the balcony which could have visually expanded the room had a chest level closed wall and a low over hanging roof. - The included food and drinks are kept in a room that is closed off with metal screen doors mid morning, mid afternoon, late evening until 7 AM. If you could catch one of the staff they would get you a drink from the kitchen, but we could not always find staff. The was especially irksome early mornings. - The seating for the lounge are tables and chairs around the balcony overlooking the lobby, pretty view but not comfortable for relaxing. The chairs are hard and the whole areas is also a walkway from the rooms to the lounge. - The lounge food and drink was adequate, not terrible, but not outstanding. - and one more small but annoying thing: no bathroom on the lounge floor. We early risers like to go to the lounge and drink coffee and leave the room (and bathroom) for the others to get dressed. We have stayed on the club level at other Disney resorts, not every one, but of the ones we have stayed at this was the least enjoyable.

We find WL CL one of the most relaxing places on property. The food and drink offerings are more than enough and all delicious. It is especially relaxing early morning enjoying the peacefulness of the majestic lobby.

Sounds like it's not for you. We can't wait to return!

 

[Ferrentinos]

We find WL CL one of the most relaxing places on property. The food and drink offerings are more than enough and all delicious. It is especially relaxing early morning enjoying the peacefulness of the majestic lobby.

Sounds like it's not for you. We can't wait to return!

Hi! You appear to have stayed WL CL a few times... we are looking to do our first stay there this July - we are doing our third Poly CL in a few weeks and are used to staying there so I am a bit nervous about venturing out to a new experience... but excited as well! Could you tell me what the early mornings are like at the WL? I am an early riser and DD3 and DH will sleep for a couple extra hours... I love having a cup of coffee and relaxing during that time (prepping for the insanity of the day!) - where might be a good place for this? Is the lounge open for coffee early?

 

[Maxie86]

We stayed at BCR CL a couple years ago and we talked to another family there quite a bit. We had kids the same age and we were in lounge together several times. They had other family with them at one point, who were actually staying in another resort. I can't remember if they brought the other family members into the lounge or if they told me they were taking food/drinks back to their room for them. I was surprised to see that. I guess if the CMs don't know - there's nothing they can do. Just wondering if the CMs monitor or watch for this kind of thing.

Like you said, if they don't know there's nothing they can do. It's a bit of an honor system, which in WDW usually means someone will try to abuse the system. . But of course most people follow the rules, it's just the few bad eggs.

I have seen people post that some of the club CMs told them to invite friends/family in when asked, but I think that's really more being cordial than any real policy.

We have had guests in CL lounges with the full knowledge and permission of the CL staff. We have also been guests in CL lounges, again with the full knowledge of the staff. The CL staff does monitor this as far as someone sneaking in without being an invited guest. While they can't know every guest they have a good idea of who is supposed to be there and who is not.

Ya we leave tomorrow. From NY with a storm approaching. We have jetblue direct from syr to Mco so hopefully OK

Safe travels and have a wonderful trip. Hope you make it out before the storm.

 

[Happy99]

Does anyone know if any of the club levels offer hard boiled eggs for breakfast? Due to medical reason we need done type of protein in the mornings and quinoa doesn't count since it is full of carbs. I thought that I saw that one or two did in reviews but do not remember which.

Thanks

 

[PolyAddict]

Does anyone know if any of the club levels offer hard boiled eggs for breakfast? Due to medical reason we need done type of protein in the mornings and quinoa doesn't count since it is full of carbs. I thought that I saw that one or two did in reviews but do not remember which. Thanks

They had them at BWI April 2013

 

[Mousemommy1]

Does anyone know if any of the club levels offer hard boiled eggs for breakfast? Due to medical reason we need done type of protein in the mornings and quinoa doesn't count since it is full of carbs. I thought that I saw that one or two did in reviews but do not remember which.

Thanks

YC had them in April 2013.

 

[mickeynut1]

Does anyone know if any of the club levels offer hard boiled eggs for breakfast? Due to medical reason we need done type of protein in the mornings and quinoa doesn't count since it is full of carbs. I thought that I saw that one or two did in reviews but do not remember which.

Thanks

I would contact IPO and make them aware of the medical need. Disney is very accommodating and I'm sure they can make some arrangements to have hard boiled eggs for you if the club you choose doesn't normally have them .

 

[Maxie86]

Does anyone know if any of the club levels offer hard boiled eggs for breakfast? Due to medical reason we need done type of protein in the mornings and quinoa doesn't count since it is full of carbs. I thought that I saw that one or two did in reviews but do not remember which.

Thanks

YC/BC and BWI have hard boiled eggs in the morning. The GF has assorted meats and cheeses but I don't recall any eggs.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Does anyone know if any of the club levels offer hard boiled eggs for breakfast? Due to medical reason we need done type of protein in the mornings and quinoa doesn't count since it is full of carbs. I thought that I saw that one or two did in reviews but do not remember which.

Thanks

Only the Epcot resorts offer hard-boiled eggs at breakfast and only AKL has quinoa, which wouldn't work for you so I'm assuming oatmeal wouldn't either? The only other protein would be peanut butter, yogurt, milk and cereal, which is offered at all CLs at breakfast.

 

[BlueSkies]

Hey Maxie and MickeyNut

Happy99 CR CL had some types of cold meats in the morning too..Dont remember seeing any hard boiled eggs tho...as MickeyNut said..contact IPO they are very accomodating about guests special needs..

WDWKOOk Love the Olaf pic in your siggie..Saw the movie Frozen yesterday and loved it!

 

[prgal0715]

Hi all -

I have CR booked for August with a theme park view and I'm *strongly* considering bumping up to CL. For those of you who have done it - is it worth it? It sounds pretty amazing to me, but I'm a CL newbie and would appreciate your advice/opinions.

Thanks!!

 

[Happy99]

I would contact IPO and make them aware of the medical need. Disney is very accommodating and I'm sure they can make some arrangements to have hard boiled eggs for you if the club you choose doesn't normally have them .

We were just at AKL club level and asked two different people at the desk and both said no. I did let them know the reason but it seemed they could care less