I have to chime in that I think this forum hypes up Club Level more than is normal in travel circles. I have a luxury villa travel company - and I have never seen more hype for Club level than I see here.
That being said, I also think Disney makes you pay for things via booking into Club level that many/most lux resorts will provide free of charge. Having a skilled and effective concierge should be a Deluxe resort's pleasure, not something you pay an extra $100/nt to have access to. But, as I have said before, Disney Deluxe category is about location, not amenities.
As far as the snacks and beverages go, those are normally free at a lux property. Manager-hosted cockatil receptions are typical - and free.
I am definitely not knocking Disney. If they can get people to pay an extra $100nt for it, they get my pat on the back for being marketing geniuses. And, if folks here can afford it and find pleasure in it, all the better! But, if you cannot afford it - or ar on the fence about it - DO NOT feel bad about skipping it.
In the travel business, Club level is often reserved for repeat clients and/or VIPs who are comp'd to that level - and they do not pay for it.
I would never pay for it. I would like to be invited to it - and I would appreciate it...but paying for it out of my own pocket is not something I would consider.
Please do not feel obliged to feed into the Club-level hype. On the other hand, if you are a Club-level fan, please do not feel offended by what I am saying.