The we loooooove Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Part 4

[pepperandchips]

Is there any best request for a family of 5, which tower or floor? Are all the buildings updated?
Any and all feedback is appreciated. We booked our first stay there for June and my family is a little upset with me for not going WDW all the way

I think you will get different answers from everyone here! As far as I know the towers were renovated in order 1-6 and I am not sure if they have started over yet with tower #1 again. Personally I have stayed in 4, 5, and 6 and could not see a difference in the quality of the rooms or furnishings. I like Tower 4, but it doesn't have a pool right outside - however you can easily walk to the main pool or the pool by tower 5. Tower 5 was also fine I just liked the view I had in tower 4. Tower 6 attaches to the Wyndham Grand hotel and parking garage so if you have bad weather you can get between the car and your suite without getting rained on. That said, I hated tower 6 and would not like to stay there again. The lobby was chaotic and we had trouble getting luggage carts when we needed them. That is extremely anecdotal so my real opinion is that there is really no "bad" location. Many prefer not to have a first floor room but my family finds it convenient. We also liked having a lake view better than a view of the parking area but that speaks for itself. If you are kind at the desk, willing to wait, and don't arrive at midnight you can probably have a lake view request honored. Many of the parking lot view rooms also have a fireworks view so there is a trade off.

I own DVC at the Grand Floridian but we stay more often at Bonnet Creek. The space is unbeatable, it has a true "resort" feel and the location actually in the heart of Disney property is extremely convenient for us, all at a fraction of the prices of standard Disney hotel rooms (let alone DVC). I think you will enjoy your split stay and your family will come around once they enjoy the awesome pools and spacious suite.

 

[chekhovgirl]

Hi everyone! I just wanted to pop in and say that we stayed for six nights at Bonnet Creek last week. This was our fourth time staying there and all stays were booked through Vacation Strategy. It was great, as usual! We stayed in Tower 5 for the first time. Previously we had stayed at Towers 2, 3 and 4. Over the last couple of years we've done less park days because we love the resort so much. This time we spent a day at Epcot, because we hadn't been in a while, and at Legoland, because the kids like it and I think it'll be our last year due to the kids getting older. Our other three days were spent hanging out at the resort and swimming and also visiting the nearby Port Orleans resorts to fish, take the boat to Disney Springs and getting beignets at POFQ.

My parents have come with us three times now and like it so much that we're on a waiting list for a four bedroom in April 2018 to bring the rest of our family! I know many people come to this thread wondering if they should stay on site or stay at Bonnet Creek, I know I did. The space, the pools, the atmosphere, the PRICE - I would always choose Bonnet Creek. We're on a waiting list for a four bedroom presidential for $1256 for six nights, you cannot beat that! Looking forward to going back.

Oh, and the pools were so nicely heated. Friday was "cold" and we spent three hours at night not only in the hot tub but in the lazy river at T5 as well. We love that pool area!

 

[katie111]

Does anyone know if we can call the morning of our check-in to request a certain building or view? We are staying at a Seaworld hotel the night before and are heading to SW that morning so would obviously prefer not to have to drive over.

Do they allow coolers at the pool? Just a small, soft sided cooler with a few adult & kid drinks, no glass.

Just booked for April break & we are so excited!

 

[Upatnoon]

Does anyone know if we can call the morning of our check-in to request a certain building or view? We are staying at a Seaworld hotel the night before and are heading to SW that morning so would obviously prefer not to have to drive over.

Do they allow coolers at the pool? Just a small, soft sided cooler with a few adult & kid drinks, no glass.

Just booked for April break & we are so excited!

You can request a view when you check in -- in person. Nothing is guaranteed, of course. They don't take phone requests for views.

 

[KristinU]

Do they allow coolers at the pool? Just a small, soft sided cooler with a few adult & kid drinks, no glass.

Sure thing, no problem at all!

 

[BigredNole]

Yes and those store bought beers save $5-$6 each. There are blenders in the room for those "frozen concoctions that help me hang on"

 

[Carla1183]

favorite grocery delivery at WBC? I've heard Garden Grocery, there's one that has 'free delivery' with my Kingdom Strollers booking (but looks pricy on items!), and I've heard of people using Amazon? Are they using PrimeNow or Pantry or Fresh? We'll want fresh fruits/veggies for sure, and some snack and breakfast foods. might even cook 1 or 2 meals since we have the kitchen!

Edited to add...i know just going to walmart or publix is probably best but we're already getting in around kids bedtime and want to hit rope drop the next morning, so willing to pay to have it all there waiting for us!

 

[MamaBelleRN]

Hi everyone! I just wanted to pop in and say that we stayed for six nights at Bonnet Creek last week. This was our fourth time staying there and all stays were booked through Vacation Strategy. It was great, as usual! We stayed in Tower 5 for the first time. Previously we had stayed at Towers 2, 3 and 4. Over the last couple of years we've done less park days because we love the resort so much. This time we spent a day at Epcot, because we hadn't been in a while, and at Legoland, because the kids like it and I think it'll be our last year due to the kids getting older. Our other three days were spent hanging out at the resort and swimming and also visiting the nearby Port Orleans resorts to fish, take the boat to Disney Springs and getting beignets at POFQ.

My parents have come with us three times now and like it so much that we're on a waiting list for a four bedroom in April 2018 to bring the rest of our family! I know many people come to this thread wondering if they should stay on site or stay at Bonnet Creek, I know I did. The space, the pools, the atmosphere, the PRICE - I would always choose Bonnet Creek. We're on a waiting list for a four bedroom presidential for $1256 for six nights, you cannot beat that! Looking forward to going back.

Oh, and the pools were so nicely heated. Friday was "cold" and we spent three hours at night not only in the hot tub but in the lazy river at T5 as well. We love that pool area!

Are you both on a waiting list through VS? I did not realize you could do that! When is your six night trip? I really want to go back to WDW in 2017, but my DH wants to wait until 2018. Being on a waitlist would make it feel more real for me

 

[phinz]

I've heard of people using Amazon? Are they using PrimeNow or Pantry or Fresh? !

Prime Now is available in the 32830 Zip code.

 

[phinz]

Yes and those store bought beers save $5-$6 each. There are blenders in the room for those "frozen concoctions that help me hang on"

+1 for the Bubba reference.

 

[phinz]

Yes, you can check in any time that day. No rooms are assigned until the day of at checkin.

I disagree somewhat with this. I have family that works there. They were able to look me up a couple of weeks ago (we arrive this Saturday) and we're currently scheduled for a specific room. This room assignemt was done before family even knew we were coming to visit. That room may change, given the fluidity of hotels and their room situations, but as of a couple of weeks ago we were indeed scheduled for a specific room (Building 5, but much lower floor than we would prefer). I'm hoping to get a better view when I check in, though.

 

[pepperandchips]

favorite grocery delivery at WBC? I've heard Garden Grocery, there's one that has 'free delivery' with my Kingdom Strollers booking (but looks pricy on items!), and I've heard of people using Amazon? Are they using PrimeNow or Pantry or Fresh? We'll want fresh fruits/veggies for sure, and some snack and breakfast foods. might even cook 1 or 2 meals since we have the kitchen!

Edited to add...i know just going to walmart or publix is probably best but we're already getting in around kids bedtime and want to hit rope drop the next morning, so willing to pay to have it all there waiting for us!

We have used Prime Pantry at WBC but that did not offer fresh produce (and I don't think it does now but am not sure). We just wanted soda, water, chips, that kind of thing and I tend to get prime pantry credits for accepting standard shipping occasionally when I order things for home. Worked like a charm. You could always order a prime pantry box for your dry staples and include some breakfast bars for that first morning - then hit a supermarket after your first morning in the park. We used the little supermarket in the shopping center across from hotel plaza boulevard once when at WBC - it was very convenient and people complain about prices there but we only needed a couple things so I thought it was fine. I like to pick stuff out myself so I preferred to go shop. I have heard good things about garden grocer though.

 

[Melissa and Makenna]

Got a quote for 7 nights in May for a 2 bedroom presidential at 1600. Is that a good price? We've always stayed at a Disney resort but not that my daughter is older I want more space!

 

[Mark New]

I just booked a 2BR Deluxe for 7 nights beginning 6/24 and got a rate of 180 a night through VS, everyone else was in the 190's -low 200's. Hope is a good rate, may not be the lowest rate I could have gotten but I am happy with it.

 

[mbee3600]

I just booked a 2BR Deluxe for 7 nights beginning 6/24 and got a rate of 180 a night through VS, everyone else was in the 190's -low 200's. Hope is a good rate, may not be the lowest rate I could have gotten but I am happy with it.

We are $157 per night for February (next week!) with VS if that helps you compare seasons and rates. I'm happy with ours as well. Didn't want to mess around with stalking ebay and waiting for a last minute deal.

 

[pedinurse3]

I just booked a 2BR Deluxe for 7 nights beginning 6/24 and got a rate of 180 a night through VS, everyone else was in the 190's -low 200's. Hope is a good rate, may not be the lowest rate I could have gotten but I am happy with it.

Similar rates for earlier in June. It will be our first stay at WBC...super excited about it

 

[mistyinca]

So excited! We had been trying to find a place nearby for me my husband and two adult sons to stay. We had been considering two rooms at Disney Springs, and then I found this place. We're getting the 2BR deluxe for March 10-14 (after a cruise out of Port Canaveral). Our first day will be spent at AK as we will be driving in from Port canaveral. We tried this in December for a one-day at MK and Epcot, and we were not prepare for how different WDW is from Disneyland (so cal residents).

Anyway, we want to hit the grocery store for a few items after Animal Kingdom. I see there are a few Publix nearby. Which one is the easier to get to and/or is the nicer store?
Thanks!

 

[David Brent]

Got a quote for 7 nights in May for a 2 bedroom presidential at 1600. Is that a good price? We've always stayed at a Disney resort but not that my daughter is older I want more space!

check eBay. you might find a better deal if you are flexible.

 

[Lmiller1882]

What is the best tower location for little kids? I have two girls under 3 so looking for something close to a walk in pool and lazy river? Thanks! Do they supply highchairs or pack and plays if needed?

 

[Lmiller1882]

I think you will get different answers from everyone here! As far as I know the towers were renovated in order 1-6 and I am not sure if they have started over yet with tower #1 again. Personally I have stayed in 4, 5, and 6 and could not see a difference in the quality of the rooms or furnishings. I like Tower 4, but it doesn't have a pool right outside - however you can easily walk to the main pool or the pool by tower 5. Tower 5 was also fine I just liked the view I had in tower 4. Tower 6 attaches to the Wyndham Grand hotel and parking garage so if you have bad weather you can get between the car and your suite without getting rained on. That said, I hated tower 6 and would not like to stay there again. The lobby was chaotic and we had trouble getting luggage carts when we needed them. That is extremely anecdotal so my real opinion is that there is really no "bad" location. Many prefer not to have a first floor room but my family finds it convenient. We also liked having a lake view better than a view of the parking area but that speaks for itself. If you are kind at the desk, willing to wait, and don't arrive at midnight you can probably have a lake view request honored. Many of the parking lot view rooms also have a fireworks view so there is a trade off.

I own DVC at the Grand Floridian but we stay more often at Bonnet Creek. The space is unbeatable, it has a true "resort" feel and the location actually in the heart of Disney property is extremely convenient for us, all at a fraction of the prices of standard Disney hotel rooms (let alone DVC). I think you will enjoy your split stay and your family will come around once they enjoy the awesome pools and spacious suite.

What is the best tower location for little kids? I have two girls under 3 so looking for something close to a walk in pool and lazy river? Thanks! Do they supply highchairs or pack and plays if needed?