Anyone else do the DVC Riviera Survey?

[Candlelady]

If it's going to be marketed to couples, maybe they're thinking king bed instead of queen and pull-out. I'd certainly prefer that over the current set-up.

 

[striker1064]

Pod? Oh my.

This doesn't really surprise me.. Pod Hotel is a chain these days in a couple big cities and the rooms are what you think they are. Start at 100 sqft, and very popular for the traveler on a budget who literally only showers and sleep in their rooms.

These tiny pods are even getting popular, primarily found in Japan.

https://www.cnbc.com/2018/04/26/heres-your-chance-to-see-inside-a-japanese-pod-hotel.html

 

[CarolynFH]

I can't wait for the posts asking if a family can fit 6 people into a 2 person Pod because the kids are small and don't mind snuggling up.

Yes, and the folks who can’t afford more than the points required for the 2-person room and then complain because they can’t get a BWV standard view studio at 7 months for their family of 5 during F&W.

 

[Helvetica]

I'll be very interested to see what they're thinking with these rooms since 2019 is when I should be able to get a DVC membership.

If it's a King Sized bed and a smaller loveseat, it would be perfect for me. I'm just one guy and I don't really need or care for a queen sleeper.

 

[aoconnor]

Very interesting. If the tower studios are in addition to standard studios and a lower point cost, I'm all for it. Good option for the occasional solo trip or a couples trip where you won't be spending much time in the room.

I'm most curious to learn about the pool situation here. I'm glad to hear they at least mentioned the pools in one of the marketing descriptions, maybe they'll be nice. I would KILL for an adults only pool as well! (Hey, Four Seasons WDW and Waldorf Astoria WDW both have 'em!)

 

[BillPA]

I have always thought of Disney as a place for families, a unit for 2 wouldn't work so good. Wonder what demographic their are marketing towards?

 

[striker1064]

I have always thought of Disney as a place for families, a unit for 2 wouldn't work so good. Wonder what demographic their are marketing towards?

Me. My SO and I would consider this if we like the resort. We like Disney and have no children. Even though it's just the two of us, we're still a family, and it's nice to see Disney trying to incorporate more.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I have always thought of Disney as a place for families, a unit for 2 wouldn't work so good. Wonder what demographic their are marketing towards?

Lots of solos and couples go there.

 

[Helvetica]

I have always thought of Disney as a place for families, a unit for 2 wouldn't work so good. Wonder what demographic their are marketing towards?

It kind of sounds like it may be the perfect DVC for solos. Roof-top restaurant with views of two parks, easy access to Hollywood Studios, Epcot and the Boardwalk. Maybe a king sized bed in the studio. If that's the case, I want in!

 

[shuckerbell]

There were 3 versions of the resort description for advertisements. One gave the concept of an old world Europe with luxurious furnishings and paintings adorning the place. The second capitalized on the Riveria aspect. The third promoted a family leisure feel like the laid back ways in Europe (talked about laying around the pool, leisurely eating, etc). There were no specific restaurant names that I can recall. They did mention having Belle-inis at the rooftop restaurant, which was also described as alfresco in one of the resort descriptions and that it would have views of Epcot and DHS. They also mentioned there would be a wine bar, leisure pools, some type of lounge with books Walt Disney collected in his European travels, manicured gardens, European influenced restaurants (mentioned getting cappuccino and gelato at the cafe specifically), and seasonal activities/entertainment inspired by European festivals. Oh and of course the talked about the gondolas too.

There were 3 versions of the resort description for advertisements. One gave the concept of an old world Europe with luxurious furnishings and paintings adorning the place. The second capitalized on the Riveria aspect. The third promoted a family leisure feel like the laid back ways in Europe (talked about laying around the pool, leisurely eating, etc). There were no specific restaurant names that I can recall. They did mention having Belle-inis at the rooftop restaurant, which was also described as alfresco in one of the resort descriptions and that it would have views of Epcot and DHS. They also mentioned there would be a wine bar, leisure pools, some type of lounge with books Walt Disney collected in his European travels, manicured gardens, European influenced restaurants (mentioned getting cappuccino and gelato at the cafe specifically), and seasonal activities/entertainment inspired by European festivals. Oh and of course the talked about the gondolas too.

Thank you thank you! So enjoyed hearing more about what they are considering for the exciting details ahead!! We are especially excited about the themeing of this resort and think they are going to do an exquisite job!!!

 

[CarolynFH]

I have always thought of Disney as a place for families, a unit for 2 wouldn't work so good. Wonder what demographic their are marketing towards?

Me. My SO and I would consider this if we like the resort. We like Disney and have no children. Even though it's just the two of us, we're still a family, and it's nice to see Disney trying to incorporate more.

Lots of solos and couples go there.

I agree. DH & I would love a studio with a king bed for 2-3 nights (then we’d move to a 1-BR with kitchen and W/D). DD & DSiL are DINKs and would love that too.

 

[CMNJ]

Very interesting. If the tower studios are in addition to standard studios and a lower point cost, I'm all for it. Good option for the occasional solo trip or a couples trip where you won't be spending much time in the room.

I'm most curious to learn about the pool situation here. I'm glad to hear they at least mentioned the pools in one of the marketing descriptions, maybe they'll be nice. I would KILL for an adults only pool as well! (Hey, Four Seasons WDW and Waldorf Astoria WDW both have 'em!)

I believe they were in addition since one question mentioned that the resort would have deluxe studios, 1 and 2 bedrooms, plus grand villas. Since it didn’t say “tower” studios in that question I took that to mean not all studios there would be tower studios but rather they would be a second studio category.

 

[DisneyisaBLAST]

Given that the building is like 40% constructed, wouldn't the floor plan designs already be finalized? It would seem to suggest the marketing approach is up in the air, not whether there will be some sort of micro studios there or not.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Given that the building is like 40% constructed, wouldn't the floor plan designs already be finalized? It would seem to suggest the marketing approach is up in the air, not whether there will be some sort of micro studios there or not.

Most likely.

 

[Chuck S]

If those small 2 person studios have a low enough point cost, they may be good for solo trips, though I do like an OKW 1 bedroom even just for me.

 

[twoolle]

We stayed at a Wyndham in Myrtle Beach and it was a 2 person studio. A king bed, no sofa but a table and 2 chairs. It was a smaller kitchen but did have an oven. We stayed for a week just DH and I and it was perfect. We didn't miss the sofa at all. So maybe they are thinking something like that.

 

[ncurley]

The 2 person studio would be great if you have a snorer in your family and want a quiet place to stick them! (Although the points would need to be low enough to make it worth this. We just pack a noise machine).

 

[CraigInPA]

We're all thinking that the "tower studio" for 2 people would require fewer points. Let me suggest that while the size might be smaller, the tower studio may be the same cost as a regular studio because of the king bed amenity. I, for one, would stay in a "tower room" if I could get a king bed, because I'm the size of an NFL linebacker. In order to get a king bed elsewhere in DVC, one has to stay in a 1 bedroom, at significantly higher point cost.

 

[CarolMN]

We're all thinking that the "tower studio" for 2 people would require fewer points. Let me suggest that while the size might be smaller, the tower studio may be the same cost as a regular studio because of the king bed amenity. I, for one, would stay in a "tower room" if I could get a king bed, because I'm the size of an NFL linebacker. In order to get a king bed elsewhere in DVC, one has to stay in a 1 bedroom, at significantly higher point cost.

I also sincerely doubt those "tower" studios will be a low cost option. DVD is not known for leaving money on the table. I hope I am in for a pleasant surprise.

 

[DisneyisaBLAST]

I'm anticipating the points of a micro studio to resemble the difference between a standard studio and a value studio at AKV, so something like 20-25% less points. I think a smaller room is a hard sell for the same points as a larger room, but I wouldn't put it past them!