DW and I are fans of BWI. We have stayed there many times. We love being able to wander over to Epcot. We are not pool people so Stormalong Bay at the BC/YC has no attraction for us. Yes, the BC is a bit closer to Epcot but BWI is close enough for us. We also like the theming of the Boardwalk.
We have not stayed at the BWI CL but have read only good things about it.
I don't think you can go wrong with any of the Epcot resorts.
The theming does look cool. Plus, we have never spent any time at the Boardwalk. So that would be convenient.
I wouldn't worry about transportation to MK. We just stayed at BWI over Christmas week and BWI doesn't share buses with Swan/Dolphin anymore and there were plenty of buses available for MK and AK. We've stayed at BC/YC and the Dolphin as well and buses were fine (it is definitely better now that BWI doesn't share buses however)
That being said, if your main objective is to be close to EP, I would do BC. You may actually want to look into a studio at BCV as it will get you even closer to EP. If you want a more exciting resort (IMHO), I would do BWI (or a studio at BWV). BWI is so much fun at night with the entertainment and, as a PP pointed out, there are a lot more CS options (Boardwalk Bakery, plus the kiosks on the boardwalk).
We've done CL at BWI and YC (but not BC). We much preferred the CL at BWI. They layout is much better (more spacious) and you can see the Illuminations fireworks from the CL balcony.
If your main goal is to be near EP for F&W, you really can't go wrong with any of the EP resorts!
I am not worried about the transportation to MK, since it would only be one day and probably at RD. We could always take the monorail back to Epcot and walk through, maybe grab a drink or snack, on our way back to the hotel from MK.
I think the nightlife part sounds fun at BWI. We have never done CL at WDW. Usually, we are with DS and spend most of the time at the parks, so we are rarely in our rooms. This trip might be a little more relaxing.
I also love the BWI. The CL there IMO is top notch. All of the CM are very helpful and cheery. The quiet pool does have a hot tub and is located in a very quiet and relaxing area near the garden suites.
Good luck with your decision.
That sounds nice and romantic. Thanks
Of these 3, have stayed at BWI CL and YC CL. BWI is better by far, imo. The CMs are excellent - helpful and super friendly. Also liked the atmosphere of the lounge much more at BWI.
Distance to Epcot IG entrance is a non-issue; both are an easy walk.
BWI is sounding really great!
Are you planning for 2016? Epcot resort hotels fill up for Food and Wine. I'd suggest figuring out which of the three hotels have availability for your dates and book.
I don't think you can go wrong with any of them.
This would be for November 2017. I have read that those Epcot hotels book up fast during F&W, so I thought I might go ahead and book what I thought I would want. I usually book room-only, so it wouldn't be difficult to change or cancel later, as long as I didn't wait too late. Thanks
I would vote BWI. I loved it there. The proximity to both EPCOT and DHS, the room decor, the hotel overall ambience. Magical Express service and the buses were really great during my stay. I like all the shops and the food options at the Boardwalk. No matter which one you choose, you'll have a great time--it's Disney after all!!
The Boardwalk and BWI sound like my number one contender right now.
We have stayed at YC x2 and BWI CL x1. We really like each resort for different reasons.
YC is quiet and a great retreat from the hustle and bustle. Our 1st floor water view room had fantastic views of the BW and Illuminations higher fireworks.
BWI, we had a wonder CL room and location was central to everything. Nightlife is so much fun at the BW and people watching was fantastic!
We are trying the BC this year and hope that it goes well.
I hope BC goes well for you too. I am thinking being nearest to the Boardwalk is the way to go for this trip.
No actually it was the room itself. It was missing furniture. Had a broken fridge & toilet. Took over 4 hrs to get 1 chair to be delivered for 4 adults. Fridge never fixed & toilet finally fixed. Room location was about as far away as possible from anything. There's no true food court there at BC just a small grab & go in the gift shop. Overall BWI was just a much better experience overall.
That is such a bummer. I hate stuff like that. It just takes so much of your energy and time during what's supposed to be a relaxing, fun time. Unfortunately, every hotel has a bad day. Hopefully, that was just the case this time. BWI is sounding fantastic though.
Thanks everyone
I don't know why. I thought they liked us booking early
Nothing for 2017 is known yet either, ie F&W and the marathon. I was reading the reviews on Touring Plans, and I may be even more undecided than before. Man, Touring Plans really needs to get new pics of BWI. Those pink rooms are ghastly. I showed DH the rooms on the Disney site, and he preferred Beach Club, because it was the least stripey
I will probably have to see pricing and availability before booking too.
