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

[Gipperland]

Okay....reservation made for next August, 2BR lakeview. We requested higher floor, but no specific side. We're going to take our chances.

And I did a lock-off. And now it sounds like my dad wants to come along, so I'm really glad I did a lock-off. Just need to add him on. And tell DH.

Ol' fuddy didn't want to come. But I guess since he's had so long to think about it....this trip started after my grandma's passing in Feb. Thought we might make it this year, but decided to plan it right and take our time.

I'll make a ticker later. I think I have some time.....

How did you make reservations for BLT for Aug 2011? I have been trying since we returned from our trip in Aug and have been told those reservation don't open for another month or 2. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[rlovew]

How did you make reservations for BLT for Aug 2011? I have been trying since we returned from our trip in Aug and have been told those reservation don't open for another month or 2. Any help would be appreciated.

They open for DVC members who own points at the resort at 11 months out- if you own points and want to go at the begining of August then you should be able to get a room m\now- if you are using cash to book through Disney they can't have any rooms until DVC starts turniong them over to them- if they are really expecting to fully be sold out by then there may be very few rooms released until 60 days before.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

How did you make reservations for BLT for Aug 2011? I have been trying since we returned from our trip in Aug and have been told those reservation don't open for another month or 2. Any help would be appreciated.

If you are looking to book for August on points but do not own at BLT then you won't be able to do so until January at your 7 month booking window. If you own at BLT you could book in Sept at your 11 month home resort priority booking window.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

We are (almost) set for our next trip to BLT in May 2011!

I just need to use a few of our SSR points to add a couple of days on when that window opens next month.

I REALLY wish we had all our points at BLT... would be so much easier... but I dread the process of trying to sell our points, not to mention the price difference. Oh, well... we'll live...

 

[LoveKermit]

Thanks for replying for me. This site is blocked at my work now Wasn't last year, but is now.

My in-laws are the owners, but we are associates. So, while MIL could reserve for us, I've started doing it myself.

Added my dad to the reservation today. They sound excited. They were so confused when I said we co uld walk to the MK. My dad's like, "Don't you ride the boat or tram?" No dad, at BLT, we can walk. I'm not sure he really believed me.

It's so far away, but we're already talking about flights and meals. Very excited!

And for now we only requested high floor. We're going to take view potluck. DH doesn't think there really is a bad view, especially with the lounge priviledge. We'll see if we break and request the even numbered room....

 

[AirGoofy]

I just need to use a few of our SSR points to add a couple of days on when that window opens next month.

I REALLY wish we had all our points at BLT... would be so much easier... but I dread the process of trying to sell our points, not to mention the price difference. Oh, well... we'll live...

Or, you could just buy another small contact....

In 2008, we bought into SSR. It is a relaxing resort and I hope to do THV there next year. When BLT was finished, so close to MK, I just had to have it and bought a small contact. We have enough points to book 5 nights at 11 months, and hold out for that 7 month window to add extra nights. I wish I had more, but that was all we could afford. I will try to add another BLT contract before it sells out.

 

[Gipperland]

Thanks everyone for your help. I am a cash payer. Wish I was a DVC member, but I'm not. Maybe, in my next life.

 

[AirGoofy]

Thanks everyone for your help. I am a cash payer. Wish I was a DVC member, but I'm not. Maybe, in my next life.

You can be a cash payer and still own DVC - if it works for you. We saved and bought a small SSR resale contract.

 

[jdcthree]

Can someone please remind me why even numbered rooms are better than odd numbered rooms? I think it was something about size... I have it in my notes to request even numbered, but now I can't remember why, lol!

 

[dreamlinda]

Can someone please remind me why even numbered rooms are better than odd numbered rooms? I think it was something about size... I have it in my notes to request even numbered, but now I can't remember why, lol!

Even # are on the outer edge of the horseshoe shape and are slightly larger. Odd # are on the inside so you look out at the pool area, lake, and often at the rooms across from you. Due to the shape odd # are slightly smaller.

 

[DenLo]

Can someone please remind me why even numbered rooms are better than odd numbered rooms? I think it was something about size... I have it in my notes to request even numbered, but now I can't remember why, lol!

Because of the shape of the building, the outer crescent area villas are slightly larger than the inner crescent. Also because of that different the outer (Even number rooms) have a larger island in the kitchen, so guests can sit there. However, the inner crescent islands have a full laundry room instead of a stacked washer and dryer.

See this thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2315568

Also if you are doing a lake view and want a chance at getting a LV villa that also has a view of MK (Theme Park view) you can ask for an even number room, high floor in the north wing.

Hope my comments help.

 

[MrsBlovesDisney]

We are (almost) set for our next trip to BLT in May 2011!

I just need to use a few of our SSR points to add a couple of days on when that window opens next month.

I REALLY wish we had all our points at BLT... would be so much easier... but I dread the process of trying to sell our points, not to mention the price difference. Oh, well... we'll live...

Good Luck!!! We are booked for the BLT next April....had to wait til the 7th month window to add our last two nights on.....called yesterday....NO PROBLEM!! WOOHOO!!

We also wish we had all our points at the BLT...but if we sold our other points we would lose out on the deal....so we'll just keep taking our chances and hope that on future visits we'll be able to book at 7 months out!

Fingers crossed you get the rest of your nights when you call next month!!

 

[jdcthree]

dreamLinda and DenLo - thank you!

 

[DVC_Corrys]

Here are pictures of the two bedroom dedicated.

 

[barrysprot36]

Thought I'd post some pics of our view and also the laundry room we had in our one bed lake view last month. The laundry room was great with extra hanging space and shelves. We didn't have a cupboard near the entry door though or space/stools to sit at the kitchen island though. Our room was next to a reash room but we didn't hear any noise and loved the location of our room.

From entry door

Laundry closet

Master bedroom closet with safe

Kitchen Island

Caron

 

[dreamlinda]

Thanks Caron! It was nice to see a picture of the laundry area since it has been referenced in several posts. Aren't we an interesting bunch, excited to see a picture of a laundry room.

 

[maburke]

Personally, I love having a laundry room. It's a place I can toss unsightly things and keep the place a little neater. I just want to confirm, since I don't see it in the list, that 7229 is a standard-view, dedicated 2BR. We couldn't really even see the pool or the slide, with the trees in the way, but it was a nice room anyway. I'll try to find a photo.

 

[cvjw]

We are currently in room 8402 - a lakeview 2 bedroom - dedicated. Our view is directly of the lake, with a fantastic view of Space Mountain, the castle and splash mountain to our left. It is almost like a MK view, without having to see the parking lot. We will be able to see the fireworks from our balcony with ease.

 

[cemeb4dk]

Thanks for all those that have supplied the info in this thread. By looking at the first post, I have decided that I would like an even numbered room with a lower number on the floor. like XX02 or xx04 or something similar. We have a 1 bedroom Lake view scheduled we check in on OCt 25th. When I reserved 7 months ago or so I did not special request but I will ask when we check in.

 

[jdcthree]

When I reserved 7 months ago or so I did not special request but I will ask when we check in.

You can call and add a request at any time.