Differences between renting points and booking through CRO

[ADisneygirl]

Hi everyone!

I have a friend who is planning a trip to WDW and while on the phone with CRO checking rates, they offered him a OKW studio for 159 a night. He hadn't heard of OKW, but he decided to book it. Now he's asked me because we go to WDW much more frequently then they do. But I don't really know the answers! Will this be like a regular resort room? Will they get Mousekeeping everyday or do they only come on trash and towel day? Can they charge on their room key? Is bus the only transportation available?


Can someone here help me help him? Thanks so much.

 

[spiceycat]

for $159 he should stay with CRO - that is rate for annual pass holder only.

here is the details from mousesavers
Travel dates: 7/5/06-8/5/06. Available only at Yacht Club, Beach Club, Boardwalk (starting at $189/night plus tax for a standard room) and at Old Key West and Saratoga Springs (starting at $159/night plus tax for a Studio). Book by 8/5/06. Use code EZU.


now if he does not have an annual pass and he is still being offered that rate....

then he is getting the busy deal - but I would call back and reaffirm it.

he will get housekeeping with this reservations.

if he changes to DVC points rental he will save a little money - but no housekeeping....

OKW is bus transportation only to the parks. there is a boat and walking path to DD.

remember the $159 for OKW or SSR is only for annual pass holders not the general public.

 

[spiceycat]

forgot - OKW is a beautiful resort.

a studio has 2 queen beds, plus a kitchennett, very nice large bathroom and a balcony....

he will enjoy it.

here are some pictures
http://www.wdwinfo.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=545