best advice for room for 6 people at the AKL & BCR

[Mary Diehl]

Was wondering what would be the best room options to accommodate 6 people at the AKL & BCR. Two adjoining rooms or a deluxe? Can't afford a suite. Thanks in advance.

 

[floridafam]

When you say 2 adjoining rooms-what kind of room do you want?
Standard, pool view, savannah view?

I was going to recommend a 1 bedroom suite because sometimes it is cheaper than getting 2 rooms-but it depends on what type of room you are looking to book.

Are you staying at both? I would go for 2 rooms at AKL.

 

[Mary Diehl]

Yes, we plan on staying 5 nights at the AKL and 5 nights at the BCR. I would love a Savannah view. Would a 1 bedroom suite accommodate 6 people? I usually come to find out that you have to book a 2 bedroom in order to accommodate 6 people and it is very expensive. Thanks for your response.

 

[floridafam]

Yes, the 1br suites at AKL can sleep 6 people. They have 2 queen beds and a pull out sofa in the parlor.

Plus, the suites are on different floors throughout the lodge. You may have a better view of the animals from a lower floor.

Also, the suites come with concierge service.

Will the sleeping arrangement work for your traveling party?

Sorry I can't be of more help with the BC. We stayed at the YC in October and loved it!

Good luck with your decision.

 

[Mary Diehl]

Thank you so much for your reply. Any idea of how much this 1 bedroom suite is going to cost me? And also, would I be able to get a good AP rate on that particular room for June?

 

[floridafam]

They never offer AP rates on these types of suites. The rates are posted on Disney's website. I believe it is around $700.

You can always book 2 rooms and possibly use an AP rate for those. The AP rate for 2 rooms may be cheaper than booking the suite. It all depends on what type of room you want to book.

You can look on mousesavers.com for a history AP rates.

Good luck.

 

[MelissathePooh]

You may want to check with a DVC member about renting points for your stay at BC - you'd actually be in the villas, but a 2 bedroom accommodates 8 people and has a full kitchen and washer/dryer. Renting points would be MUCH less costly than a regular reservation. Check out the DVC section on the boards - there is a board just for renting and trading points.

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Hopefully there will be some discount codes for June... then 2 adjoining rooms at AKL would be the cheapest option for sure. Usually a standard view is about $129 or so.

As for BC I agree totally with Melissa! Rent some dvc points and book a two bedroom villa. It will be less money than two adjoining rooms.