*** Bay Lake Tower Owners Group***

[brettcw23]

Are there any requests you put in when booking a room? We just booked out 1st trip with our nieces in a 1 BR MK view room. I was thinking of requesting a non-smoking highh floor.

Would you agree? We have no special needs and are just looking for a magical time.

On a 2nd note. I understand these need to be requested by phone, correct?

Thanks,
Dan

I think they only have designated smoking areas outside. The resort itself should be smoke free.

Room requests can be made when you do online check-in, which should be 60 day before arrival.

 

[vek239]

Do you know what special request options you're given when you do online check-in? And is the north or south tower best? We have a lake view.

 

[sleepydog25]

Are there any requests you put in when booking a room? We just booked out 1st trip with our nieces in a 1 BR MK view room. I was thinking of requesting a non-smoking highh floor.

Would you agree? We have no special needs and are just looking for a magical time.

On a 2nd note. I understand these need to be requested by phone, correct?

Thanks,
Dan

You can make a room request at any time by phone, or you can wait to do so when you check in online. If you change your mind, you can always call and make a new request. The important thing to remember is that requests are just that--sometimes you get lucky and sometimes you don't. We just got back from BLT yesterday (loved it), and our request was for the 16th floor, lake view. We "only" got the 11th floor, but it had an exceptional view of the pool and the lake. I consider that request a success. On the other hand, last summer at VWL (our home resort), we requested a room overlooking the Hidden Springs pool/courtyard area and it we were nowhere near there, even though it was our wedding trip and despite the fact we were wed on the 4th floor of the main Lodge! Go figure.

As for our actual stay at BLT, it was our second time and as I said before, we loved it. You simply can't beat the convenience BLT provides. The customer service while there was also exemplary. Easy access to the TotWL for Wishes is a bonus, as was being able to view EWP from the balcony. I'm sure we'll stay at BLT again in the future.

 

[DenLo]

Are there any requests you put in when booking a room? We just booked out 1st trip with our nieces in a 1 BR MK view room. I was thinking of requesting a non-smoking highh floor.

Would you agree? We have no special needs and are just looking for a magical time.

On a 2nd note. I understand these need to be requested by phone, correct?

Thanks,
Dan

I would ask for room ending in 20 (XX20) and a high floor. The 1BR villas ending in 20 have a more direct view of MK. You can email your request to MS via the member website under contact us at the bottom of front page, just provide your reservation number to your request. See the photos of room 8020 (10th floor) in the following link. http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=39432865&postcount=1368

All DVC rooms are nonsmoking, including the balconies.

Disney Resort Hotels - Frequently Asked Questions

All Disney Resort hotels at Walt Disney World Resort are smoke-free environments. Smoking is not permitted in hotel rooms. Smoking is allowed in the designated outdoor smoking locations of each Disney Resort hotel. Guests can request location information upon check-in.

If you have questions about our smoking policy or wish to locate the nearest designated smoking area, please ask a Disney Cast Member.

 

[culli]

This place is growing on me, was my least favorite not that long ago. Now the quiet atmosphere, amenities, beautiful lake view and room layout has it moving up my list quickly!

 

[betsywdw]

Wanted to join in! We closed on our BLT contract in February! Happy to be part of this group

 

[bbn1122]

Wanted to join in! We closed on our BLT contract in February! Happy to be part of this group

Welcome Home!

We own at BLT too.....we love it!

We have been there twice 2 bedroom 8th floor north side with a great view of the lake and Space Mountain.

Last trip we had a 1bedroom with my sister in the connecting studio. We were on the 16th floor...great view!!!!

 

[gracerussell]

Glad to have found this thread! We are new BLT owners/DVCers. Looking forward to our first stay beginning 11-29!

 

[bpmorley]

Glad to have found this thread! We are new BLT owners/DVCers. Looking forward to our first stay beginning 11-29!

Congratulations!!! welcome home. We will be there, when you arrive.

 

[rescuetink]

We're so excited to be coming Home to our actual Home resort in October!! I was concerned with coming to BLT with my DS (10) and DD (7) as I thought BLT was more adult oriented, however I've been convinced that the kids will love it!!

I'm curious, I know there are probably things to see and do at BLT that you wouldn't know about unless someone told you....

Soooooooooooooooooo......... I'm wondering what they are??

 

[sleepydog25]

We're so excited to be coming Home to our actual Home resort in October!! I was concerned with coming to BLT with my DS (10) and DD (7) as I thought BLT was more adult oriented, however I've been convinced that the kids will love it!!

I'm curious, I know there are probably things to see and do at BLT that you wouldn't know about unless someone told you....

Soooooooooooooooooo......... I'm wondering what they are??

Not so sure these things are unknown, but they're not usually trumpeted, either:
1) Lots of kids activities at the pool, and a place for adult libations, as well
2) "Running" path. I put quotes around running because it's not for serious running, but if you hang a left out of BLT doors, that starts the path. You run between BLT and the main CR building, then cut between the main CR building and the rooms in the outer wings. That sidewalk will carry you around the outer wings and then back to the main pool area and boat dock. At that point, veer right and you'll notice a small running trail sign. Just follow that sidewalk and it will lead you around BLT and back to where you started. I'd guess it's right at 2/3 of a mile or so for one loop.
3) Ping pong, shuffleboard, and corn hole games available outside of BLT pool in the tree-lined courtyard.
4) You can get a fairly good latte at the coffee shop in the main CR building
5) Workout room in CR main building, but it's not manned until 7 a.m., so the changing rooms/bathrooms won't be available until after that.

Enjoy your stay there!

 

[Bolebrothers]

We're so excited to be coming Home to our actual Home resort in October!! I was concerned with coming to BLT with my DS (10) and DD (7) as I thought BLT was more adult oriented, however I've been convinced that the kids will love it!!

I'm curious, I know there are probably things to see and do at BLT that you wouldn't know about unless someone told you....

Soooooooooooooooooo......... I'm wondering what they are??

Hi there, we also own at BLT and have stayed many times, it is our favourite by a mile so far. You are going to have a wonderful time!

Well, it is no big secret, but people do not take the time to:

The monorail is often mentioned as a ride in it self, and it is, fun for all ages but can be crowded, soooo.........
Instead we utilize the small boats that crisscross the lakes.
We, as an example, take the monorail to the Polynesian for a visit there, (Our first WDW love) then use the boat from there to VGF/GF, visit, stroll around, and then jumps on the boat again for the Magic Kingdom.
We then skip straight to the boat for BLT, and there change to the boat for Wilderness lodge and on to the campsite at Fort Wilderness.
Visiting the resorts at each stop. It is great fun, my kids love it, and you can spend at least half a day on this. Plan a lunch in there somewhere and "Bob's your uncle".
Last year we even saw a couple of Alligators in the lake, I bet you wouldn't spot those from the monorail

 

[Holly Quinlan]

Just put in an offer so hopefully soon I can call myself an owner!

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[bpmorley]

Just put in an offer so hopefully soon I can call myself an owner!

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Good Luck, I'll say Welcome Home when it comes thru

 

[The Sunrise Student]

Hello Folks,

I am reading through the 100s of pages the best I can. Please bare with me if I am asking questions that have already been answered.

I am considering purchasing points for BLT... the location is a big deal for us (as well as the themeing), we are members of the 501st and beyond this resort only the BWV and BCV are ideal, and we didn't like BWV when we saw them. (As 501st members we need easy access to DHS to march in the SWW parades.) It is just the two of us so we don't need a huge suite, however room for our costumes is a BIGGIE!

1st question: Are BLT purchases for new members still available?

2nd question: Has anyone here played the mix and match game where you have two home resorts but mainly used them for BLT? Is this possible. Example, I buy 100 points at BLT and 100 points at BCV, both could be considered my home resort correct, but will I have issues using all my points to reserve 11 months in advance if I want a long stay or will I have to wait till 7 months in advance to use all my points?

#3rd question: If I was to buy some of my points through Disney and some of the points through a resale how does mixing the points work? besides not being able to used them outside DVC resorts is there any other disadvantages? In addition which re-sellers do you recommend, and which should I stay away from at all costs?!

Thank you for your help in advance.... this is a scary thought for me, purchasing DVC, but with us basically taking yearly trips to WDW, it's starting to seem stupid not to consider it!

 

[disneynutz]

Hello Folks,

I am reading through the 100s of pages the best I can. Please bare with me if I am asking questions that have already been answered.

I am considering purchasing points for BLT... the location is a big deal for us (as well as the themeing), we are members of the 501st and beyond this resort only the BWV and BCV are ideal, and we didn't like BWV when we saw them. (As 501st members we need easy access to DHS to march in the SWW parades.) It is just the two of us so we don't need a huge suite, however room for our costumes is a BIGGIE!

1st question: are BLT purchases for new members still available?

2nd question: has anyone here played the mix and match game where you have two home resorts but mainly used them for BLT? Is this possible. Example, I buy 100 points at BLT and 100 points at BCV, both could be considered my home resort correct, but will I have issues using all my points to reserve 11 months in advance if I want a long stay or will I have to wait till 7 months in advance to use all my points?

Thank you for your help in advance.... this is a scary thought for me, purchasing DVC, but with us basically taking yearly trips to WDW, it's starting to seem stupid not to consider it!

In your case I suggest that you stay at BLT before buying to see if you really love the place. You can rent a reservation from a member to save some money.

We bought BLT without staying there first and it is our least favorite. IMO walking distance to the MK is the only thing that we like. Don't really care for the theming, not Disney like at all, the rooms look worn, the views overrated, and we feel like we are staying off property.

Others love the place so you need to try it out.

Bill

 

[The Sunrise Student]

In your case I suggest that you stay at BLT before buying to see if you really love the place. You can rent a reservation from a member to save some money.

We bought BLT without staying there first and it is our least favorite. IMO walking distance to the MK is the only thing that we like. Don't really care for the theming, not Disney like at all, the rooms look worn, the views overrated, and we feel like we are staying off property.

Others love the place so you need to try it out.

Bill

That is an interesting notion to rent points and stay at BLT, how would one go about renting points for a stay?

 

[disneynutz]

That is an interesting notion to rent points and stay at BLT, how would one go about renting points for a stay?

There is a rent trade forum here on the DIS with info on the renting process, to see it you need to be logged in.

Bill

 

[The Sunrise Student]

There is a rent trade forum here on the DIS with info on the renting process, to see it you need to be logged in.

Bill

Logged in to the DISboards, or that systems?! I am always logged into DISboards

 

[mickeyplanner]

We are happy BLT owners.
I am looking for advice on booking a large party 12 of us for September 2015 at BLT. I don't have enough points to cover all our days. Does anyone have any experience on paying cash from Disney for the extra points? How much are the extra points for this one time trip? Can I do that at the 11 month window?

Thank you!