(CLOSED) Disney's WILDERNESS LODGE and VILLAS Information Thread

[flower72]

ONLY 15 more days until we are at WL?!?!?!?!?? Can you tell I'm a little excited?

 

[Sue M]

Kook We had a wonderful window table at CR and an o.k. server. It was just the food. My steak at GF Cafe (for 1 TS) was just as good as my steak at CG for 2TS. I just don't think it's worth 2TS. But that's me. I know many love it. I went to see what the hype was all about, and went there expecting to love it, but didn't. Narcoossees IMO is totally worth 2TS, but I'm sure some will disagree! I can see how you'd like to go before they close it.

We haven't been to Artist Point. But I heard you can order some things in the WL bar from Artist point, we may try this when we go. We decided to not get the DDP this visit! A trial The first time we aren't on the DDP. Just with the regular DDP I'm always stuffed, and never have any room for snack credits, unless I use them for breakfast, and don't need a dessert after each meal, so we'll see how it goes!

 

[nathanyell]

ONLY 15 more days until we are at WL?!?!?!?!?? Can you tell I'm a little excited?

It's strange, I'm still more excited about our WL stay one week from tomorrow, then the AKL stay in 4 days!. I guess I'll have to see if that changes after this trip.

Kook We had a wonderful window table at CR and an o.k. server. It was just the food. My steak at GF Cafe (for 1 TS) was just as good as my steak at CG for 2TS. I just don't think it's worth 2TS. But that's me. I know many love it. I went to see what the hype was all about, and went there expecting to love it, but didn't. Narcoossees IMO is totally worth 2TS, but I'm sure some will disagree! I can see how you'd like to go before they close it.

We haven't been to Artist Point. But I heard you can order some things in the WL bar from Artist point, we may try this when we go. We decided to not get the DDP this visit! A trial The first time we aren't on the DDP. Just with the regular DDP I'm always stuffed, and never have any room for snack credits, unless I use them for breakfast, and don't need a dessert after each meal, so we'll see how it goes!

I've had this feeling that a lot of the 1TS non-buffet restaurants are becoming some of the best at WDW. I want too try Artist Point, but I plan o waiting til the princess is a bit older. ;-)

Brian

 

[livinlife25]

What??? Where is it said that California Grill is closing?

 

[branv]

Was hoping someone could settle a debate between DH and I

When we stayed at WL in 2008, we were in the south wing, farthest and highest courtyard room available. Very nice and quiet, but obviously FAR away from the lobby. And, of course, it took us two goobers a day before we realized we didn't have to go all the way to the lobby to get outside to the pool and the marina (seriously...goobers). Once we discovered the "secret" in/out door at the bottom of the stairwell just a few steps away, we were in heaven.

BUT, we disagree on how late it was available to get back in. I said that it had a key card lock for after hours that let you back in. DH says it was just locked to anyone coming in after a certain time, there was no keycard access, and we had to go the lobby route again. He says I'm confusing it with an entrance at our recent stay in the garden wing at CR.

Who's right?

 

[WDWKOOK]

What??? Where is it said that California Grill is closing?

I posted a link about this to the CR thread yesterday. It's post #905 located here:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2762185&page=61

 

[nathanyell]

Was hoping someone could settle a debate between DH and I

When we stayed at WL in 2008, we were in the south wing, farthest and highest courtyard room available. Very nice and quiet, but obviously FAR away from the lobby. And, of course, it took us two goobers a day before we realized we didn't have to go all the way to the lobby to get outside to the pool and the marina (seriously...goobers). Once we discovered the "secret" in/out door at the bottom of the stairwell just a few steps away, we were in heaven.

BUT, we disagree on how late it was available to get back in. I said that it had a key card lock for after hours that let you back in. DH says it was just locked to anyone coming in after a certain time, there was no keycard access, and we had to go the lobby route again. He says I'm confusing it with an entrance at our recent stay in the garden wing at CR.

Who's right?

There are keycard accessed doors from the cy for after hours, but I'm not sure about the exact one you talk about.
Brian

 

[NC State]

One month from today I'll be checking into WL for the first time! We can't wait.

 

[branv]

There are keycard accessed doors from the cy for after hours, but I'm not sure about the exact one you talk about.
Brian

Well, we'll just say for posterity (i.e. so I get to winwinwin) that it must also include that door, right?

Thanks!

 

[princssdisnygina]

OK! I am heading back to the WL again in less than a month! Really excited! Although its not my first choice, it is my second! Don't flame me! The Poly is my favorite but had to cut corners a bit! Thats ok! I still love the WL and its been a few since I have stayed here so we are excited!

It is just going to be a mother/daughter trip! And yes... we are both adults so we are going to have a "chill" Disney trip, if that is possible!

Anyway... wanted to say hello to all you WL lovers! I am there Feb 4-9!

 

[nathanyell]

Well, we'll just say for posterity (i.e. so I get to winwinwin) that it must also include that door, right?

Thanks!

Most likely. LOL!

OK! I am heading back to the WL again in less than a month! Really excited! Although its not my first choice, it is my second! Don't flame me! The Poly is my favorite but had to cut corners a bit! Thats ok! I still love the WL and its been a few since I have stayed here so we are excited!

It is just going to be a mother/daughter trip! And yes... we are both adults so we are going to have a "chill" Disney trip, if that is possible!

Anyway... wanted to say hello to all you WL lovers! I am there Feb 4-9!

Adult trips are so much fun!! Enjoy!!!

 

[pld5]

until we get to Wilderness Lodge! I am so excited that I can hardly stand it!

 

[Sue M]

Only 8 more days till we check into WL! Hope for one of those magical upgrades

 

[Sue M]

Anyone who is there now- or has been recently- did you notice if there was free WiFi at MK or any park? I read on another site someone got free wifi in MK.
This would be great for me, as data roaming with a Canadian phone is hugely expensive. I could finally use my Lines App at WDW!

 

[GillieRose]

A little nervous about staying at Wilderness Lodge. This is the first time we are staying Deluxe. We have stayed at Pop,Caribbean, Por and French Quarter.

Little background. We have not been to Disney for 5 years. After are last trip which was at Pop a year later my husband lost his job and didn't find work for 18 months. He has been in his job for 18 months but he is unable to take any vacation during the summer so we are taking the kids out of school in May and taking them back to the World. We want to do it right for them and make it a celebration for life getting better after a long time of it not being so great. We where trying to decide between Wilderness Lodge and Animal Kingdom because of the bunk beds. Finally deciding on Wilderness Lodge because of it being closer to MK.

Will we regret deciding to stay here?

 

[Minnie&Nana]

Enjoy!!!

Brian, feared I'd miss your send off and you were already at AKL - so glad You're still here...if that makes sense.

Can we expect a live update? You know we'll be on pins and needles waiting to hear your thoughts about AKL CL...and the Lodge in general. I'm so excited!!

Just in case you leave before I see you here (or on the RC thread) before you go - have a MAGICAL trip and take at least a couple of pics!

Safe travels!

 

[princssdisnygina]

A little nervous about staying at Wilderness Lodge. This is the first time we are staying Deluxe. We have stayed at Pop,Caribbean, Por and French Quarter.

Little background. We have not been to Disney for 5 years. After are last trip which was at Pop a year later my husband lost his job and didn't find work for 18 months. He has been in his job for 18 months but he is unable to take any vacation during the summer so we are taking the kids out of school in May and taking them back to the World. We want to do it right for them and make it a celebration for life getting better after a long time of it not being so great. We where trying to decide between Wilderness Lodge and Animal Kingdom because of the bunk beds. Finally deciding on Wilderness Lodge because of it being closer to MK.

Will we regret deciding to stay here?

Absolutely not. AKL and WL are very similar but I would choose WL every time mainly because of the location. It is very convenient to and from the Magic Kingdom. The rooms are nice and it is a very comfortable feel to the resort! It is my 2nd favorite resort on property next to the Poly and I have stayed every where except the Boardwalk.
With kids and being a celebration trip I think you will absolutely love it! And I can almost promise you won't be going back to the mods or values if you don't have to.

 

[nathanyell]

Brian, feared I'd miss your send off and you were already at AKL - so glad You're still here...if that makes sense.

Can we expect a live update? You know we'll be on pins and needles waiting to hear your thoughts about AKL CL...and the Lodge in general. I'm so excited!!

Just in case you leave before I see you here (or on the RC thread) before you go - have a MAGICAL trip and take at least a couple of pics!

Safe travels!

We leave Wednesday morning. I'll try to post some while we are there. I have a tendency to get so wrapped up in everything that I forget!

Thanks for thinking of me. I'll definitely post upon our return!!

Brian

 

[WDWKOOK]

A little nervous about staying at Wilderness Lodge. This is the first time we are staying Deluxe. We have stayed at Pop,Caribbean, Por and French Quarter.

Little background. We have not been to Disney for 5 years. After are last trip which was at Pop a year later my husband lost his job and didn't find work for 18 months. He has been in his job for 18 months but he is unable to take any vacation during the summer so we are taking the kids out of school in May and taking them back to the World. We want to do it right for them and make it a celebration for life getting better after a long time of it not being so great. We where trying to decide between Wilderness Lodge and Animal Kingdom because of the bunk beds. Finally deciding on Wilderness Lodge because of it being closer to MK.

Will we regret deciding to stay here?

I think you're probably more nervous about not having been in a while and that this is your first Deluxe and that is totally understandable. I think you've made the perfect choice for your first Deluxe.

No resort is perfect and even a great resort can have its bad days, but you won't regret your decision of choosing WL over AKL, especially since you want easy access to the MK. Don't forget about the bus to the MK which is a great alternative and goes directly to and from the MK.

Make sure that in your reservation its noted that you are celebrating something like a special family event or milestone - whatever you feel comfortable calling it. You also might want to let them know that it's your first Deluxe visit and first visit in 5 years.

I hope you have a wonderful and memorable visit

We leave Wednesday morning. I'll try to post some while we are there. I have a tendency to get so wrapped up in everything that I forget!

Thanks for thinking of me. I'll definitely post upon our return!!

Brian

You should be wrapped up - it's your vacation! If we don't hear from you , then we know you're having a great time. If we do hear from you, hopefully it's because you've been upgraded to the Yosemite Suite

 

[nathanyell]

You should be wrapped up - it's your vacation! If we don't hear from you , then we know you're having a great time. If we do hear from you, hopefully it's because you've been upgraded to the Yosemite Suite

We can only hope! I'd even take a deluxe room upgrade. I'll settle for a room with an open balcony.

I'm so busy getting little things done so I might not be around much the next few days.

Brian