Some of the arguments I've heard are....
Indoor corridors -- does that really matter? Absolutely. I will not stay where the door is open to the elements.
Better transportation -- never had an issue with buses at any of the resorts we've stayed. And we've never had a car. this is less of an issue although I will not disregard it.
Nicer rooms -- thought POFQ room was lovely! and the deluxe rooms are lovelier with little details like upgraded amenities.
Closer proximity to MK -- when we go we visit all the parks, so don't care if we're closer to one. Again, never an issue with transportation. a non issue for us as MK is the one park we are most likely to skip altogether.. but I would visit AK daily. which is why I like AKL/
Beautiful lobby/grounds/views/etc. -- Can get all that just by visiting! you get more when you are taking a lazy after dinner stroll before heading directly to your room for bed.
I guess if we were going to spend our whole vacation hanging out at the resort, we might be more worried about it. But we're there to visit the parks! Yes, we'll take breaks, swim in the pool, eat in the food court. But our rooms are basically places to sleep, shower, dress, and go. and for us, we spend just as much time at the resort, if not more, than we do at the parks so for us having that extra luxury is very important to us.
So let me hear it! How do you justify spending that kind of money on a room? Do you spend all your time there? Is it just to say "been there, done that'? Is the difference really worth twice the cost?
I'm honestly curious about this...