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[bumbershoot]

I've never been to a Universal hotel and I've never been to IOA. If I have a child who doesn't like scary rides and is mainly interested in playing in water, how much time do you think we will need inside the park? I want to go see the Harry Potter area. And what is the short cut?

also, what is the mini bar key and how much does it cost? I read many pages and can't figure out why people are so opposed to it.

I would look at a map of all of IOA, figure out what *else* you might want to ride, and what your child might also like (Suess!), and go from there. It's not *just* Wizarding World that you might like.

The problem with minibars is that sometimes you get charged when you haven't taken anything from it. And with a child, they don't always understand that it's not "yours", that you will have to pay a ton for it.

The key is free. It's the items inside the minibar that aren't free. And, when we stayed at RPR our first time in Dec '10, there were also boxes of things (cookies, and maybe popcorn?) out, near the coffeemaker, that were exorbitantly priced, that we had to warn DS about multiple times.

I typically just turn the key down at checkin, because we're NOT going to use any of the items in the minibar, and don't want to deal with the hassle if they think I've used the minibar.

 

[englishrose47]

I would look at a map of all of IOA, figure out what *else* you might want to ride, and what your child might also like (Suess!), and go from there. It's not *just* Wizarding World that you might like.

The problem with minibars is that sometimes you get charged when you haven't taken anything from it. And with a child, they don't always understand that it's not "yours", that you will have to pay a ton for it.

The key is free. It's the items inside the minibar that aren't free. And, when we stayed at RPR our first time in Dec '10, there were also boxes of things (cookies, and maybe popcorn?) out, near the coffeemaker, that were exorbitantly priced, that we had to warn DS about multiple times.

I typically just turn the key down at checkin, because we're NOT going to use any of the items in the minibar, and don't want to deal with the hassle if they think I've used the minibar.

When we go in September we will definately be refusing 5 keys . With8 Dev. Disabled I seriously doubt they would understand that the goodies were not for them !!!

 

[JessicaR]

When we go in September we will definately be refusing 5 keys . With8 Dev. Disabled I seriously doubt they would understand that the goodies were not for them !!!

Only one key for the mini fridge.

 

[englishrose47]

Only one key for the mini fridge.

We will have 5 rooms !!!!

 

[JessicaR]

We will have 5 rooms !!!!

Ohhh! Thats quite a group - hope you have a great time!

 

[englishrose47]

Ohhh! Thats quite a group - hope you have a great time!

Yes My friend and I will be Escorts for 8 Dev. Disabled, only 2 per room is a biggie with the agency usually so that makes 5 rooms !! While it is a working vacation ( Idon't get paid) all my expenses are paid I just need spending money for souvenirs !!I do about 3 to for different trips a year and absolutely LOVE it . We are both super excited to see Universal and will be staying at RPR!!!!!

 

[GlendaO]

the onsite hotels have a limit of 5 to a room but there are some suites/villas at pbh that can accommodate 6.

but it will be pricey.

I noticed that the rooms accommodate five people. How?

Two queen beds; two per bed? I feel like I'm missing something

I'd thought about seeing if my mom wanted to go but looking at the room photos, I don't know where we'd put her.

 

[BrerMama]

I noticed that the rooms accommodate five people. How?

Two queen beds; two per bed? I feel like I'm missing something

I'd thought about seeing if my mom wanted to go but looking at the room photos, I don't know where we'd put her.

You'd have to get a rollaway for $25/night. Or bring an air bed.

 

[pixeegrl]

I noticed that the rooms accommodate five people. How?

Two queen beds; two per bed? I feel like I'm missing something

I'd thought about seeing if my mom wanted to go but looking at the room photos, I don't know where we'd put her.

Also if you have more than two adults in a room it is an extra $25. I would bring an air mattress for one of your little ones. That is what we did and they fit nicely between the window and bed. When it's not in use just stand it up on it's end. They will give you sheets and blankets and pillows no problem

 

[mawmaw040510]

Coming from Georgia to Fl.. then will get on the turnpike. Should I just go on down to 1-4 and then to Universal or is there a better exit that will get us to RPR faster.. lol

 

[Bluer101]

Coming from Georgia to Fl.. then will get on the turnpike. Should I just go on down to 1-4 and then to Universal or is there a better exit that will get us to RPR faster.. lol

We come from the south and get off at I-4 and then a little west. There is a separate exit that puts you right by RPR. It's going to be the second entrance because the first is the convention area.

 

[mawmaw040510]

THANKS!!

 

[66Tink]

Stayed at RP for the first time (club level) a few weeks ago and LOVED it In fact, we want to book for a few days during DD's February break in 2013 and I can't seem to make ressies on line at either Loews or Universal Orlando Does anyone know do I have to call directly to book for 2013 or is it just possible that there are no rooms available this week? Thanks for your help

 

[Bluer101]

Stayed at RP for the first time (club level) a few weeks ago and LOVED it In fact, we want to book for a few days during DD's February break in 2013 and I can't seem to make ressies on line at either Loews or Universal Orlando Does anyone know do I have to call directly to book for 2013 or is it just possible that there are no rooms available this week? Thanks for your help

Probally to far out, call them directly. You will pay rack rate but keep checking and if it goes lower just call back to change.

 

[Planning fanatic mom]

Hello,

I was wondering about how the tickets work at RPR and the parks. Is it like Disney that I will receive one card for my room key, park tickets, and Express Pass or are they multiple tickets/cards?

Thanks in advance.

 

[damo]

Hello,

I was wondering about how the tickets work at RPR and the parks. Is it like Disney that I will receive one card for my room key, park tickets, and Express Pass or are they multiple tickets/cards?

Thanks in advance.

They are all different cards. Right now, your room key serves as your express pass but in the future they plan to have a separate express pass with your photo on it.

 

[west&east]

Booked a last minute trip for myself, DH, DD13, DS9 and one friend for each child. We have two connecting standard rooms, a king connecting to a queen. FYI, joining AAA got us a great discount. Calling the hotel directly helped too because they a) got us the two separate room types that I could not do under one reservation on the AAA website, b) still gave us the AAA rate, c) gave us the appropriate rate for Sat and Sun night (Sun night was cheaper but the AAA site tried to charge me the same both nights), and d) guaranteed the connecting rooms.

We usually stay CL at Disney but with 6 of us for just 2 nights couldn't justify it at Universal. We will be biting our nails to go see Mickey but are going to try and make this a Disney free trip. We have two more nights after we leave RPR but are planning on Sea World and maybe LegoLand...

 

[jayster263]

Can you walk from RPR to the parks? How far or long a walk is it?

Yes you can walk, it is around a 1/2 mile to each park. You enter at citiwalk, and then go to either park.

The boat ride is quicker (obviously) and not so bad. You can also get a rickshaw bike ride from the citiwalk area back to the hotel (a tip to the driver is required)

I have heard people say the walk is really nice, I did it once, but since you walk so much in the parks, save your energy by using the free transportation.

 

[jayster263]

That is part of the RPR....it is pretty stand alone by itself...the HRH and PB are not close at all to it.

 

[jayster263]

That is part of the RPR....it is pretty stand alone by itself...the HRH and PB are not close at all to it.

I decided to splurge a little extra on our trip 8-26 to 9-1....I booked a club level room and was just curious, other than the breakfast and happy hour, what other perks are there?....does anyone have any advice on how to get the most out of my stay in the club level?