Beach Club or Polynesian resort ?

maryj11 · Oct 10, 2015

We have been having a hard time deciding on what resort to choose for our next trip in June. It will be just myself and my 14 year old granddaughter.
We have stayed at the Poly twice and really liked it but are considering to try the Beach Club.
Our stay will be towards the end of June.
I know a lot of people say stay at the one that will be closest to the park you will visit the most. Well we will be visiting all the parks once and then plan to spend a couple days to just enjoy the resort and a day to go to Downtown Disney.
So which would you choose and why?

courtneybeth · Oct 10, 2015

As you have stayed at the Polynesian twice, I'd say it's time to spread your wings and try something new! Not only will you be walking distance to EPCOT, but you'll also be closer to Disney Springs, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. You're really in the middle of everything which will cut your commute time down.

Disneylover99 · Oct 10, 2015

I vote BC. BC is newly refurbished and your granddaughter will probably love SAB.

aleh021 · Oct 10, 2015

maryj11 said:
We have been having a hard time deciding on what resort to choose for our next trip in June. It will be just myself and my 14 year old granddaughter.
We have stayed at the Poly twice and really liked it but are considering to try the Beach Club.
Our stay will be towards the end of June.
I know a lot of people say stay at the one that will be closest to the park you will visit the most. Well we will be visiting all the parks once and then plan to spend a couple days to just enjoy the resort and a day to go to Downtown Disney.
So which would you choose and why?

Beach Club! It will definitely be nice to change things up and experience a new resort! Plus it makes it even more exciting because you will be seeing something new

DVC Mike · Oct 10, 2015

If you've already stayed at the Poly twice, I say give BC a try.

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maryandtyson · Oct 10, 2015

Just back from Beach Club. Here is what we love about it: rooms are plush and newly refurbished; you can walk to EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios; you can stroll the Boardwalk in the evening and enjoy the street entertainers, Stormalong Bay is an amazing and fun pool.

I say, give it a try!

TJA · Oct 10, 2015

I agree with everyone else -- give BC a try. I can't imagine not liking it -- especially since the rooms have just been fully refurbished. Everything just feels fresh and new at BC. Plus the walk around the boardwalk, the walk into Epcot, the walk or boat to HS = so much convenience!

disny_luvr · Oct 10, 2015

I'm having the same dilemma, too. Last year we did a split stay between the two, and it was great, but we don't want to do a split stay again. Down deep I really want to stay at the Poly because we really do love everything about that resort but I keep reading some not so great reviews - lots of hair in pool, crowds, problems with rooms, etc. Those reviews are pushing me to the BC. The new rooms are gorgeous and we love SAB and the proximity to Epcot and DHS. What we don't like is the lack of quick service at BC; we don't really care for the Marketplace. So, you can see I'm torn, too. Thanks for posting this question so I can read everyone's responses.

maryj11 · Oct 10, 2015

disny_luvr said:
I'm having the same dilemma, too. Last year we did a split stay between the two, and it was great, but we don't want to do a split stay again. Down deep I really want to stay at the Poly because we really do love everything about that resort but I keep reading some not so great reviews - lots of hair in pool, crowds, problems with rooms, etc. Those reviews are pushing me to the BC. The new rooms are gorgeous and we love SAB and the proximity to Epcot and DHS. What we don't like is the lack of quick service at BC; we don't really care for the Marketplace. So, you can see I'm torn, too. Thanks for posting this question so I can read everyone's responses.

You are welcome. I think I'm leaning towards BC. I have heard some negative reviews about the Poly also but I think it is because of all the work they are doing on it.

maryj11 · Oct 10, 2015

TJA said:
I agree with everyone else -- give BC a try. I can't imagine not liking it -- especially since the rooms have just been fully refurbished. Everything just feels fresh and new at BC. Plus the walk around the boardwalk, the walk into Epcot, the walk or boat to HS = so much convenience!

I think everyone is right , trying a new resort will be fun. We have never been in that area before so it will be all new for us.

maryj11 · Oct 10, 2015

maryandtyson said:
Just back from Beach Club. Here is what we love about it: rooms are plush and newly refurbished; you can walk to EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios; you can stroll the Boardwalk in the evening and enjoy the street entertainers, Stormalong Bay is an amazing and fun pool.

I say, give it a try!

Cant wait to swim in Stormalong Bay.

JoeyEmmaMomma · Oct 10, 2015

We stayed at the Poly a few times earlier this year and loved in. We gave the Boardwalk a try earlier this month and loved it too. Being able to walk or boat to 2 parks is great, and there is a lot to do in this area in the evening.

Babsy · Oct 10, 2015

BC. Same reasons as above.

You will love it there!

maryj11 · Oct 10, 2015

Looks like BC is winning on the vote! It does look like a really nice resort from all the pictures. The only thing I don't think we will like is having to book a standard view room because that is what the discount is for with the travel agency we use. I guess we can request near an elevator though. Since I'm pretty sure all the standard rooms are on the 2nd to 4th floors. We just don't like walking a long way to the food and pool. What does anyone suggest about making a request for a standard room?

TJA · Oct 10, 2015

maryj11 said:
Looks like BC is winning on the vote! It does look like a really nice resort from all the pictures. The only thing I don't think we will like is having to book a standard view room because that is what the discount is for with the travel agency we use. I guess we can request near an elevator though. Since I'm pretty sure all the standard rooms are on the 2nd to 4th floors. We just don't like walking a long way to the food and pool. What does anyone suggest about making a request for a standard room?

I would request "near lobby." That way, you are near the food, drinks, and the doors leading out to the pool, boardwalk, and bus stop.

maryj11 · Oct 10, 2015

Should I request near the lobby and elevator?

plainoldt · Oct 10, 2015

they are my two favorite resrts so i would totally try the BC this time because its just fantastic

maryj11 · Oct 11, 2015

With the news of the monorail breaking down for a long time maybe the BC would be best :scared:

OurLaughingPlace · Oct 11, 2015

My DD's (ages 13 and 16) love Beach Club and SAB. We are also big fans of Epcot. Boardwalk is fun to walk around at night and there is mini golf at Fantasia (walking distance from BC). Also, ice cream from Beaches and Cream is yummy

Have fun!

vettegirl · Oct 11, 2015

BC all the way!!

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