Hi Sister Scoop Disney!!
I've never stayed in any of the Concierge rooms at Disneyworld. However, my boyfriend and I will be staying at the AKL Concierge in November. (hooray!
) I've done a lot of research on the different Concierge properties, and I've never read anything negative about the AKL Concierge or the Yacht Club Concierge, so I don't think you could go wrong with either.
Now, although I'm sure many people have had wonderful experiences in the RPC Concierge, I've read the most negative comments about the GF Conceirge, so I would choose to steer away from them, IMHO. (Especially when Disney has so many choices!
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Between the Yacht Club and the AKL, here's what I've read:
Yacht Club
Pros:
1. Very Close to Epcot and the Boardwalk (I think it's the Boardwalk)
2. The Concierge Lounge has a very welcome feeling, kind of like being a guest in at a friend's house
3. The Concierge food is excellent (lots of options, kid-friendly foods, drinks available for the taking)
4. The Concierge staff is relaxed, inviting, warm
5. Transportation to the different resorts is better
6. Beautifully decorated rooms, large size
Cons:
I've never read any. Maybe another Diser can help with this?
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Pros:
1. Excellent itinerary planning. (Now, I can attest to this! Alana from the AKL Concierge has contacted me several times, and has been more than helpful with PSs and helping book other events. She even e-mailed me a copy of my itinerary, and at the top, it said Smith Safari. I thought that was a nice touch!
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2. The Concierge staff is helpful, friendly during your stay
3. If you stay at the AKL Concierge, you can take advantage of the Sunrise Safari ($50.00 per adult)
4. Exotic food offerings in the Concierge lounge; plenty of food to go around
5. Some posters have reported that the AKL Concierge lounge is a bit more "formal" than the YC Concierge lounge. This could be a postitive or a negative depending on what you like.
6. Rooms are smaller than the Yacht Club, but you can request a room with a view of the African savannah.
Cons:
1. Ok. There is one "con" that I remember. Apparently, at the AKL, they don't leave drinks out. You have to ask for them. I did not read about them being stingy with drinks, just that you had to ask for them.
Maybe other Disers will know more pros and cons of these two resorts. I've also heard great things about the Poly Concierge. However, depending on when your vacation will take place, I believe the Poly Concierge will be closing for rennovation. I'm not sure if they will be relocating the Poly Concierge to another building for the time being, but that may be something to consider when you're choosing a resort.
Hope this helps! Have a great vacation at whatever resort you choose!!!