All Stars vs. Coronado Springs

[sailfrosty]

I called to book an All Star Resort the week of Easter and was upsold Coronado Springs for $10 more a night ($119). My dh has since called AAA and gotten *** for $99 a night so we are trying to decide which resort to do.

We have a 4 year old (going on her birthday so she'll be just 4), an 11 year old and a 5 month old. CSR looks really nice but *** looks so fun for the kids too. What's the real differences?

TIA,

Amy

 

[daannzzz]

The All Stars are fun and colorful resorts. If I had kids I probably would take them there but it would be hard to pick. I know when I was little I would have prefered the All Stars... well even in my teens. I don't think I would have appreciated the moderates and deluxes until a little more mature.
You will have a bit more room at Coronado Springs as the square footage of each room is more. The pool is quite impressive for everyone. The kids would love it. There are also 3 other pools. I think you would maybe be walking a little more here unless you got a room in the Cabana section.
Personally I prefer CSR. How do the kids feel about it? Maybe let them pick.

 

[Buzz2001]

CSR gets my vote! Check out my website below.

 

[Minnie's Guy]

If I had to choose between the two, there wouldn't
be any choice - we were at the All Star last week
with our high school - NEVER AGAIN! First time I've
never met a friendly cast-member - stayed at almost
ALL resorts (with the exception of Boardwalk and
Grand) and never had problems till ASMusic.
Before we arrive at All Star, we stayed at POFQ - now,
that is one terrific moderate (do love CSR too).

 

[susy]

Your kids will LOVE the pool/playground area at CSR!!!!! Just NO comparison . I paid $109 plus tax (Fl Resident rate) and I thought it was a very good rate for this proeprty. You are getting an "almost" deluxe resort! In my opinion , you will be dissapointed with the AS for $99. It isn't worth it.

 

[sailfrosty]

Thanks for all the help so far. Can anyone tell me about the All Star Hotels, there's no FAQ on it so I don't know what it's strong points are and what it's weak points are.

From what I can read from everyone posts, the CSR sounds wonderful but I can't imagine Disney doesn't make all the resorts pretty wonderful, so what are the major differences.

THANKS, you all are wonderful.

A

 

[cindyfan]

What are the dates you are going?
We are going April 23 - 30 and staying at CSR and we were told there were no discounts except DC.
We did get DC so it came to $161/night.........but wow...to save a few $$ would be nice

CSR is AWESOME!! You will love it!
We were there once and I loved it. DH prefers CBR, but he is staying home this time.
So CSR here we come!!

The differences are typical Moderate vs. Value:
CSR has a great main pool, the Dig Site. Along with 3 quiet pools.
And it has sit-down restaurant. The Pepper Market is much better that the food court at All Stars.
Just check out all the info on this site and go to www.wdwig.com that is a great site too.

 

[DownNeckBoy]

My DW decided to stay on property for the two days between our stays at BCV and BWV. Based on the information on these boards, I booked CSR using code AXA, which got me a rate of $104. This is for a standard room.

I requested a room near the pool but was told that would bump the rate up to $132. I passed on that and will await the AP rates. Does anyone have any suggestions on what request I should make? I have two sons, ages 9 and 5.

Thanks for your help!

 

[mrsltg]

Another hands down vote for Coronado. The place is gorgeous!

Erin

 

[cindyfan]

I booked CSR using code AXA

That code cannot be used Easter week. It begins April 27. I did use it for the last 3 days of our trip.

 

[sailfrosty]

We will be there the dates just preceding your visit - April 15-22. I hadn't seen any discounts for these dates, Easter falls during our stay but the woman I booked with a WDisney said that the offer popped up on her screen. On mousesavers.com, Mary says you could book the All Stars and say you'd like a Moderate but you can't afford it and see if they try to upsell you.

Amy

 

[DownNeckBoy]

I should have been more specific. The code is good through 7-3 from 4-27. You need to reserve by 4-15.