BLT rooms and views with picture links! Last update of post #1 10/21/2015

[DVCGeek]

DVCGeek ~ was that a bay lake view or a standard view?

Lake View. The 6 nights cost us 98 points if anyone is interested... Actually, I was about to edit above and noticed I think I had that in my original post in the second sentence in bold to begin with. Maybe it wasn't displaying correctly?

 

[work2play]

Lake View. The 6 nights cost us 98 points if anyone is interested... Actually, I was about to edit above and noticed I think I had that in my original post in the second sentence in bold to begin with. Maybe it wasn't displaying correctly?

Thanks for the post and pics! Nice view, definitely lake view.

 

[work2play]

Checked into BLT earlier today.

We requested a high floor. Received 7842 and love the room.

We were able to watch a couple boats come in that must have had something to do with pirates, because we could hear them from the room.

We were able to see the end of the Epcot fireworks after getting back to our room from TOWL. Fun listening to the oohs and ahhs from the Contemporary balcony. We also watched the Electric Water Pageant from the room. Will post pictures at some point.

Sounds great! Can't wait to see your photos!

 

[Sandisw]

Room #7337 is a SV studio. We just returned and when I get a chance, I will post the picture of the view (partial LV).

We had requested to be on the outside edge of the building but did online check in so not sure if that removed the request.

When we arrived around 11:45 am, they said my room was ready so I didn't even bother to ask about the request since it wasn't that big of a deal for us.

 

[robinbutterfly]

Is it really beneficial to do the online check in? I was thinking of checking in right when we got there.

 

[Tpr430]

Thank you work2 play for your hard work on this thread!! I've scanned through just about every reply on here. I dont see alot of mention of studios and some of this is a bit confusing. We will be staying in a studio in a few weeks for two nights. We wont have the time to switch rooms and want to make the most of the limited time. We want a great view of MK for the fireworks, any other views with it would be a bonus. From what I gather, we want a high floor. Not sure of the odd/even rms, which tower, north south, etc. Any help or suggestions from anybody would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advance!!

 

[work2play]

Thank you work2 play for your hard work on this thread!! I've scanned through just about every reply on here. I dont see alot of mention of studios and some of this is a bit confusing. We will be staying in a studio in a few weeks for two nights. We wont have the time to switch rooms and want to make the most of the limited time. We want a great view of MK for the fireworks, any other views with it would be a bonus. From what I gather, we want a high floor. Not sure of the odd/even rms, which tower, north south, etc. Any help or suggestions from anybody would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advance!!

What view category is your reservation? (standard view, lake view or Magic Kingdom view)

 

[DVCGeek]

We want a great view of MK for the fireworks

As long as you are staying on points don't forget about the Top of the World Lounge- it is quite possibly the ULTIMATE view for Fireworks, especially if your room's balcony doesn't have a particularly impressive one or one at all.

 

[danielle782001]

I am calling in the AM to see if we can switch to the BLT at the 7 month mark...Wish me luck!

 

[Tpr430]

What view category is your reservation? (standard view, lake view or Magic Kingdom view)

I believe its a MK view. Is Toof the World Lounge appropriate for kids?

 

[DenLo]

... Is Toof the World Lounge appropriate for kids?

They have children's drinks and food for kids (or at least PB&J or grilled cheese) and in the bathroom a sink that is child sized. I have seen many posts saying that they took their children to TOTW.

 

[DVCGeek]

I believe its a MK view. Is Toof the World Lounge appropriate for kids?

I don't see any reason why not, especially the outdoor observation deck. However, I don't have children (human anyway; we do have a spoiled cat & dog! ) so I'm not the best judge. That said, others have thought it was fine and they even have reduced height sinks in the adjacent restrooms. I guess it all depends on what you think would make it inappropriate... Of course, when kids are mentioned that tends to turn into controversial near-arguments fast!

 

[robinbutterfly]

I believe its a MK view. Is Toof the World Lounge appropriate for kids?

I was wondering the same thing. Also does anyone know if DVC renters can go up there?

 

[DenLo]

.... Also does anyone know if DVC renters can go up there?

No, you must be a DVC member or their guest staying on points. The member renting your points should notify member services that they are renting you the points, therefore you will not be eligible for any of the DVC member perks.

 

[poohj80]

No, you must be a DVC member or their guest staying on points. The member renting your points should notify member services that they are renting you the points, therefore you will not be eligible for any of the DVC member perks.

I don't know that DVC members who rent points actually tell member services this is what they are doing. I suspect they just make a reservation for a friend and let it go at that.

 

[spiceycat]

I was wondering the same thing. Also does anyone know if DVC renters can go up there?

you can if you ID (key) says DVC member - that is all the girls at the desk look for.

 

[spiceycat]

As long as you are staying on points don't forget about the Top of the World Lounge- it is quite possibly the ULTIMATE view for Fireworks, especially if your room's balcony doesn't have a particularly impressive one or one at all.

I agree completely - it is wonderfully!!!

you get to meet lots of new friends!

you get the music pipped in and it is definitely wonderfully.

You don't even have to go to the Lounge to get to the balcony - however it is up high - and the Lounge is heated - the balcony is not.

the balcony does have a roof so even in the rain it is a great view.

the only problem with children is the cement wall. there is a 4' cement wall (which is why I feel safe - have a problem with heights). if you child is under this height - then you will need to hold them to see the scene.

there are security guards - since adults lean against it all the time - an adult basically put his child up on the thing - and was told immediately to remove the child.

they definitely don't want any accidents there.

now a little one can still see the higher fireworks - but the entire scene is so pretty - they also deserve to see it.

 

[DVCGeek]

They had 'rope' type barriers to keep people at least a foto or so away from the walls when we were there last week. As for access, I was told by the CM at the BLT lobby desk that you have to be staying at BLT on points [or using a DVC made member discounted cash (i.e. member in room and NOT booked through CRO)]. I specifically asked if my parents, who I explained were staying in a separate studio this coming February that I booked for them using my points would be allowed up and was told YES.

Based on that, if a member makes a reservation for someone else I think they should be allowed up weather they are renting or a "free" guest, etc. unless the member somehow specifically had it noted that they weren't a guest.

FWIW, here is a picture of the lobby sign on the TotW desk when I was there:

 

[DVCGeek]

Oh, and here is a picture of the aforementioned barriers by the balcony wall:

 

[TaraPA]

Here are the views from 8441 - dedicated 2BR lake view (sorry if this room was already posted!)