I think the PP is referring to the Buena Vista Suites, not the Buena Vista Palace. We have stayed at the Palace twice when we run out of our DVC points.
It is right across the street from DTD and super convenient to walk over. We also thought the pool and rooms were more than adequate for the price. Be sure to look for specials on Travelzoo or other places as they run promos all the time. It is more of a corporate hotel so you will not get an overload of "Disney Magic" but literally cross the street and you are in DTD.
The rooms are clean and well appointed and the price is right for us.
I would recommend the BVP to a friend and will stay there again in the future.