Caribbean Beach Resort FAQ's Part II

[safetymom]

I agree with you. Martinique is a little closer to Old Port Royale.

 

[safetymom]

Preferred locations
Martinique it will be buildings 24, 25, 26. In Trinidad North it will be 31,32,33. I have a map of CBR on my website listed below that you can see the locations.

 

[flamestarrdust]

Just subscribing. I am staying at this resort on my next WDW vacation and just wanted to get updated info.

 

[KimRaye]

I agree with you. Martinique is a little closer to Old Port Royale.

And, it's closer than Trinidad North 33, but TN33 is steps from the bus stop!

Funny thing, I'm wearing the CBR t-shirt I bought while there!

 

[samano]

Just finished reading through many pages of this thread...I am getting so excited about our first stay at CBR!!!

Thanks to all for the great info, keep it coming!!

 

[samano]

Just bumping CBR!!!

 

[safetymom]

Hi. No need to bump this thread. It is always stuck at the top of the Resorts board along with FAQ's of other resorts.

 

[C.J.]

Is there a minumum height and age requirement to drive them?
When we were there in March, I thought I saw a sign, but can't remember the limit.
Thanks,

 

[michygoomy]

Is there a minumum height and age requirement to drive them?
When we were there in March, I thought I saw a sign, but can't remember the limit.
Thanks,

At our trip in June, it was 12 and 5'.

By those rules, I am not allowed to drive one at the ripe old age of 38. I even asked the marina guy.

 

[glennsgirl762]

Safetymom, are these rental rates the same prices? We would like to spend more time at the resort and we're thinking of renting watermice, bikes or surrey bikes. We were at CBR in 2004 and didn't have enough time at the resort to appreciate it and enjoy all it has to offer. This year we want to take advantage of this beautiful resort. Thank you for any info. you can provide. These rates are from 2004. Thanks! Connie

Rentals:
Sea Raycer by Sea Ray®: $21.59 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour
Canopy Boats: $24.88 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour
Sun Tracker®Pontoon Boats: $34.74 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour
Pedal Boats: (1-4 passengers) $6.10 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour / $10.32 (plus tax) per hour
12' Sailboats: (1-2 passengers): $18.77 (plus tax) per hour
Canoe (3 passengers max.): $6.10 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour / $10.32 (plus tax) per hour


Boat Rentals

In order to rent watercraft, a guest must be 18 years of age and present a WDW Guest ID or valid driver's license.
Marina Plans for Walt Disney World Resort Guests only
Family Plan- $239 plus tax (non-refundable) - Includes use of boats and bicycles for up to 5 guests for 10 calendar days. This offer is valid only for registered WDW Resort Guests. Boats/bicycles are available on a first come, first serve basis. Boats/bicycles included in this offer must be rented from the Caribbean Beach Marina only. Please call or visit the Caribbean Beach Marina for further details. Other restrictions may apply. (Surrey Bikes are not included)
Captain's Plan- $125 plus tax (non-refundable) - 4 hours of rentals (any combination) of boats and bicycles. This offer is available to all Guests, and boats/bicycles included in this offer must be rented from the Caribbean Beach Marina only. Boats/bicycles are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Requirements for driving watercraft: Not sure if this has changed lately!
A child must be at least 12 years old and at least 5-feet tall to drive the mouseboats There is a maximum combined weight of 320 lbs. permitted for a mouseboat.
Drivers of pontoon boats must be 18 years of age. (Maximum of 8 people)
Drivers of canopy boats must be 18 years of age. (Maximum of 6 people)
All drivers under the age of 18 MUST have a parent or legal guardian sign a release.
Drivers 18 years of age must provide ID with birth date.

Bike Rentals
Barefoot Bay Bike Works: (407) 934-2851
Old Port Royale/Lighthouse
Hours- 10-5 daily( Subject to change)

Prices:
Mongoose® Bicycle: $7.51 (plus tax) per hour/$20.65 (plus tax) per day
Surrey Bike (2-seater): $16.90 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour
Surrey Bike (4-seater): $20.65 (plus tax) per 1/2 hour
Children’s bikes, child seats and helmets are available
A limited number of children’s bikes have training wheels
No overnight rentals

 

[safetymom]

I will be over at CBR today so I will check the prices for you.

 

[Hoosier Mom]

SafetyMom, does CBR sundries sell a loaf of bread? I'm bringing peanut butter and bread for our toddler who is a picky eater. But if CBR carries a loaf of bread, then I'll not worry about packing it.

Just wondering. Thanks for all the great info.

 

[safetymom]

I updated the Marina prices on the front page. Some of them changed, some of them stayed the same.

Yes CBR sells bread but I will check again tomorrow when I go meet my sister.

 

[KimRaye]

You are an awesome CBR expert!

And yes, 3 weeks ago, the CBR food court sold loaves of bread.

 

[flamestarrdust]

I just returned from CBR and I loved it! Thanks so much for all your advice Safetymom. I loved this resort. I ended up staying one more day because I just couldn't bear to leave. The last day I stayed in Jamaica 41 and for the beginning and most of my trip, I stayed at Trinidad North 31. I loved both areas even though Jamaica is not a preferred location. The surroundings were so beautiful that I didn't mind the extra walking.

 

[cruiserkaren]

I just returned from CBR and I loved it! Thanks so much for all your advice Safetymom. I loved this resort. I ended up staying one more day because I just couldn't bear to leave. The last day I stayed in Jamaica 41 and for the beginning and most of my trip, I stayed at Trinidad North 31. I loved both areas even though Jamaica is not preferred. The surroundings were so beautiful that I didn't mind the extra walking.

This is great to hear! It seems this resort isn't talked about much except when people have a complaint!

This is probably the most excited I've been about staying in a certain resort. Can anyone give me a good estimate regarding the time it takes to walk from Jamaica over to the food court/pool/shop area? Thanks!

 

[flamestarrdust]

This is great to hear! It seems this resort isn't talked about much except when people have a complaint!

This is probably the most excited I've been about staying in a certain resort. Can anyone give me a good estimate regarding the time it takes to walk from Jamaica over to the food court/pool/shop area? Thanks!

I believe it took me about 10 minutes. Though it could have been less because I was walking leisurely and enjoying the scenery.

 

[Hoosier Mom]

Thanks for the report on the bread. Now I won't have to worry about ours being smushed in the luggage.

Oh no, I noticed on your price report that sea raycers say maximum 2 people. I was hoping my dh and I could take a ride with our ds18month. Maybe the marina will let me hold him on my lap. Can't hurt to ask.

70 more days til our trip.

Thanks for such great info!

 

[glennsgirl762]

Thank you sooooooooooo much! I knew I could count on you Safetymom! You're the best Thanks for all your help.

 

[safetymom]

My sister is staying in Jamaica 41 and it didn't take 10 mins. to walk to the food court. If I remember I will time my walking time to OPR.