Anyone stayed at Holiday Inn Resort LBV?

[NooNoo]

Hiya
anyone stayed here before? Just wondered what you thought?
Thanks a lot

 

[luke]

I've not stayed there but pretty sure it's relatively recently (re)opened so should be pretty new facility wise.
Think I remember hearing positive things about it on the disunplugged podcast too but can't remember the date of the show

 

[wifey]

I would love to know what people think of this hotel too
Is it the one at DTD? This place has recently been refurbished and the photos of it look great but I did notice on trip advisor it's rated very highly by people who have stayed there but the free bus services to WDW get mixed reviews. It's still close to the SR535 and I4 junction and the Crossroads shopping area. So has anyone here been there yet?

 

[wayneg]

Are we talking about this one? http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_...Express_Lake_Buena_Vista-Orlando_Florida.html

This one? http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_...Walt_Disney_World_Resort-Orlando_Florida.html

Or this one? http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_..._Resort_Lake_Buena_Vista-Orlando_Florida.html

Stayed at the first 2, not the last one.

 

[VailaTigger]

Hope I'm not hi-jacking the thread, but I'd like to hear your opinion of the second one on your list Wayne...

 

[wayneg]

Hope I'm not hi-jacking the thread, but I'd like to hear your opinion of the second one on your list Wayne...

Sarah (TotallyAngelic) wrote a Tripadvisor review, not sure I can link to it so I will paste it below my comments.
We stayed there just after Sarah last August. Firstly what I didn't like, pulling into the hotel front and being pounced on by a member of staff, wanting to hold the car key "incase they have to move the car" while we checked in. Its basically a way to get a tip from you as there is(was) nowhere to park.
Once checked in they give you can access the car park but have to pay $10? per day(annoying as the place had about 20 cars but 100's of spaces, but thankfully they made a mistake on our bill and only charged me for 1 night instead of 3)
Apart from that a perfectly adequate hotel, nice clean room & comfy beds.
Couldn't believe how quiet it was, we hardly saw anyone else in the hotel, like I said maybe 20 cars, our last day we flew home we spent the morning by the pool, we had it to ourselves, we saw staff but no-one else. Pool was very cold so maybe the heating was broken as Sarah referred to perfect temps.
We only stayed here as it was a freebie with American Airlines airmiles, I would stay again at the right price but taking parking fees and no breakfast included into account that would have to be a rate of under £35/nt, I wouldn't pay anymore.

“Fantastic hotel, great staff, perfect location !”
We stayed here for 16 nights from 1st July 2011, and had a wonderful time. The location of the hotel is just perfect for guests visiting WDW. Easy access to the parks using the regular and convenient shuttle buses, yet far enough away to get away from the hustle and bustle. I loved coming back to the peace and tranquility of the hotel after a busy day fighting the crowds in the theme parks. The hotel never felt crowded. Fabulous pool area for relaxing, and the pool was always a perfect temperature.
The rooms were spacious and clean, and the beds were so comfortable I wanted to bring mine home with me. The staff were always welcoming and friendly, particularly David from guest services / reception area, who always found time to have a chat with us.
Perfect location for a safe 5 min walk to Downtown Disney or to Crossroads for a meal in the evening.
We definitely hope to stay here again when visiting WDW, and definitely prefer it over the hustle and bustle of the on site Disney hotels. A massive thank you to all the staff at Holiday Inn who made our stay such an enjoyable experience.

 

[NooNoo]

Yes I think it's the 2nd one-it's a Disney partner and on Disney property.
Thanks!

 

[claireanddylan]

I'm arriving here on the 15th June. It has very good reviews on trip advisor! I stayed at the hilton LBW last year which was lovely yet still people were complaining! Some people expect the red carpet and the poor staff can do no right!
I cant wait

 

[VailaTigger]

Thank you Wayne!

Noticed that one when thinking about a slightly cheaper way to visit the World in the future.

I know a lot can happen to a hotel in a couple of years, but it's fine for the shortlist just now. Always good to get reviews from people you trust, like the folks on here.