Resort Thread Disney's BOARDWALK INN Resort

[KerryCM]

So very excited that I am finally returning to my favorite resort, the Boardwalk Inn!!!! I was finally able able to get a cast member discount in a club level room. I am so excited to go back. This is for my birthday trip in December!!!!

 

[bluecastle]

Welcome to Crescent Lake, @bluecastle

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Thanks, KOOK! Actually, I've been here for a while, but rarely post. I am mostly in gathering info mode. I keep waiting for some magical combination of posts to push me into deciding BWV over BCV! I may not be able to get either one, but I feel like I want to go into that phone call knowing which one I want more I am following this and the BC/YC threads, (and of course, still keeping up with WL), and taking lots of notes. The photo link that someone recently posted from Disney's site showed the BWVs looking very nice! Unfortunately, they still have the non- refurbbed BCV photos there, so it's tough to do a comparison.
People on both threads really seem to love these resorts, so I feel like I will be very lucky if I get a 2 BR in either one. I've just never gone into a WDW res phone call without having very strong feelings about where I want to stay!
Thanks to all who post about your recent stays. It is so helpful!

 

[schwaa]

Hi everyone,

Possible strange question (or maybe nobody knows):

Can you walk through the Convention Center from the BWI rooms to get to the Bus transportation?

TIA

 

[Tess]

Hi everyone,

Possible strange question (or maybe nobody knows):

Can you walk through the Convention Center from the BWI rooms to get to the Bus transportation?

TIA

If you are asking is there a way to enter the convention center and exit to walk to the bus stop--I would say no. You could go through the CM gate behind the BWI and walk through the parking lot (delivery and garbage pick up), turn right and walk to the bus stop, but why would you want to AND you are not really permitted to do so. When I have seen the folks using the convention center, they have to walk to the lobby, exit and follow the walkway toward the bus stop, veer left and go to the convention center.

 

[fla4fun]

Thanks, KOOK! Actually, I've been here for a while, but rarely post. I am mostly in gathering info mode. I keep waiting for some magical combination of posts to push me into deciding BWV over BCV! I may not be able to get either one, but I feel like I want to go into that phone call knowing which one I want more I am following this and the BC/YC threads, (and of course, still keeping up with WL), and taking lots of notes. The photo link that someone recently posted from Disney's site showed the BWVs looking very nice! Unfortunately, they still have the non- refurbbed BCV photos there, so it's tough to do a comparison.
People on both threads really seem to love these resorts, so I feel like I will be very lucky if I get a 2 BR in either one. I've just never gone into a WDW res phone call without having very strong feelings about where I want to stay!
Thanks to all who post about your recent stays. It is so helpful!

Did you look at the first page of the BC YC thread? They have photos of a one bedroom post refurbishment. I remember because I was disappointed they exchanged the jacuzzi for a soaker tub that looks harder to get in and out of.

 

[schwaa]

If you are asking is there a way to enter the convention center and exit to walk to the bus stop--I would say no. You could go through the CM gate behind the BWI and walk through the parking lot (delivery and garbage pick up), turn right and walk to the bus stop, but why would you want to AND you are not really permitted to do so. When I have seen the folks using the convention center, they have to walk to the lobby, exit and follow the walkway toward the bus stop, veer left and go to the convention center.

Thanks. I really like the area of the hotel near the quite pool (that horseshoe around the fountain), so I was seeing if the was a way to cut through. We're going next month and actually might not mind the long walk in the air conditioned hallway.

 

[bluecastle]

Did you look at the first page of the BC YC thread? They have photos of a one bedroom post refurbishment. I remember because I was disappointed they exchanged the jacuzzi for a soaker tub that looks harder to get in and out of.

Yes, thanks for reminding me! I think they are still waiting for someone to share photos of a 2BR. When both hotels are done with their refurbs, I am sure it will be easier to find photos and compare. The way the refurbs are going though, I am not sure there is going to be as much difference as there used to be. They all seem to be less themed and a little cookie cutterish.
Of course, that will only be part of the decision-making process. The pools, the ambience, the CMs, the feeling that I am somewhere else...so many considerations! And after all that, I will probably end up taking whatever I can get!

 

[karalecia26]

Checking back in on our third day in the parks and at BWV. We went to Magic Kingdom yesterday and was amazed on how little crowds there were and the wait times for most rides were almost walk ons except for Mine Train (we had a FP for that). We had a BOG reservation at 8:20pm and got sat in the West Wing (dream come true!) between the portrait and rose. Amazing food and amazing service. Nothing like walking out of the Beasts castle to the fireworks and standing on the bridge seeing the fireworks surrounding you and seeing your kids in aw! We stayed for the second Electric Parade and was just able to sit down and watch with minimal crowds. Just a Magical Day! Today we did Hollywood Studios and was just not wowed this time with so much closed. Kids did get a lot of Disney Jr autographs and got to see Chewbacca and Kylo Ren. We did dinner at Hollywood and Vine and had Minnie's Summer friends and again had great character interactions. Called it an early night as we spent 13 hours at MK the day before.
Our stay at BWV has been amazing with great housekeeping and bell services (Late night Garden Grocer delivery)! Transportation hasn't been bad either with good wait times. Board with wait times was not working yesterday but I will keep you updated if they get back up again!

 

[bluecastle]

Checking back in on our third day in the parks and at BWV. We went to Magic Kingdom yesterday and was amazed on how little crowds there were and the wait times for most rides were almost walk ons except for Mine Train (we had a FP for that). We had a BOG reservation at 8:20pm and got sat in the West Wing (dream come true!) between the portrait and rose. Amazing food and amazing service. Nothing like walking out of the Beasts castle to the fireworks and standing on the bridge seeing the fireworks surrounding you and seeing your kids in aw! We stayed for the second Electric Parade and was just able to sit down and watch with minimal crowds. Just a Magical Day! Today we did Hollywood Studios and was just not wowed this time with so much closed. Kids did get a lot of Disney Jr autographs and got to see Chewbacca and Kylo Ren. We did dinner at Hollywood and Vine and had Minnie's Summer friends and again had great character interactions. Called it an early night as we spent 13 hours at MK the day before.
Our stay at BWV has been amazing with great housekeeping and bell services (Late night Garden Grocer delivery)! Transportation hasn't been bad either with good wait times. Board with wait times was not working yesterday but I will keep you updated if they get back up again!

Thanks for posting during your trip. I am always so impressed when people do that!

 

[karalecia26]

Thanks for posting during your trip. I am always so impressed when people do that!

I was in the laundry room doing a couple loads of wash so I thought I would post! Gotta love a family of 5 on vacation outside in July! We have gone through a lot of clothes the past few days!

 

[JHarveyTN]

Does anyone know the measurement of the pull down bunk in the BWV studio? I have looked at pictures and watched video, and from those it appears smaller than a twin size bed. Thanks.

 

[tricia]

Does anyone know the measurement of the pull down bunk in the BWV studio? I have looked at pictures and watched video, and from those it appears smaller than a twin size bed. Thanks.

I was about to ask the same. We have a 2 bedroom booked for next year and I assume that pull down will be there as all the 2 bedrooms are lock-offs. (Is that correct?)

 

[preemiemama]

Just a heads-up if anyone is here now. We are on DME and there is an accident between Wilderness Lodge and the Contemporary. Traffic is backed up and busses are caught in it. Might be a wait for an MK bus...

 

[WDWKOOK]

Just a heads-up if anyone is here now. We are on DME and there is an accident between Wilderness Lodge and the Contemporary. Traffic is backed up and busses are caught in it. Might be a wait for an MK bus...

Thank you for the on the spot update which I'm going to post now to my CR and WL threads. I'm sorry your vacation is off to a slow start. Did you get the text that your room is ready?

 

[DVC4US]

Does anyone know the measurement of the pull down bunk in the BWV studio? I have looked at pictures and watched video, and from those it appears smaller than a twin size bed. Thanks.

I was about to ask the same. We have a 2 bedroom booked for next year and I assume that pull down will be there as all the 2 bedrooms are lock-offs. (Is that correct?)

I do not know for sure, but I did a search and found a post where people reported the bed is smaller than a twin - about 5'5" by 3'. I have seen some posts in the past where people reported that teens and adult children slept on the pull-down bed.

 

[preemiemama]

Thank you for the on the spot update which I'm going to post now to my CR and WL threads. I'm sorry your vacation is off to a slow start. Did you get the text that your room is ready?

Yes- we're at VWL for the first 3 days then move to BWV Friday. Can't stay away though- anniversary breakfast tomorrow at Trattoria!

 

[karalecia26]

Just a heads-up if anyone is here now. We are on DME and there is an accident between Wilderness Lodge and the Contemporary. Traffic is backed up and busses are caught in it. Might be a wait for an MK bus...

We were in that mess on our way to MK. Good thing we left 2 1/2 hours before our Crystal Palace ADR. Now we are sitting the Splash Mountain FP line waiting out a nasty storm!

 

[preemiemama]

We were in that mess on our way to MK. Good thing we left 2 1/2 hours before our Crystal Palace ADR. Now we are sitting the Splash Mountain FP line waiting out a nasty storm!

Yep. Doing the same in Tomorrowland.

 

[WDWKOOK]

So very excited that I am finally returning to my favorite resort, the Boardwalk Inn!!!! I was finally able able to get a cast member discount in a club level room. I am so excited to go back. This is for my birthday trip in December!!!!

That's a great birthday present!

Thanks, KOOK! Actually, I've been here for a while, but rarely post. I am mostly in gathering info mode. I keep waiting for some magical combination of posts to push me into deciding BWV over BCV! I may not be able to get either one, but I feel like I want to go into that phone call knowing which one I want more I am following this and the BC/YC threads, (and of course, still keeping up with WL), and taking lots of notes. The photo link that someone recently posted from Disney's site showed the BWVs looking very nice! Unfortunately, they still have the non- refurbbed BCV photos there, so it's tough to do a comparison.

People on both threads really seem to love these resorts, so I feel like I will be very lucky if I get a 2 BR in either one. I've just never gone into a WDW res phone call without having very strong feelings about where I want to stay!

Thanks to all who post about your recent stays. It is so helpful!

If both were available, would you consider a split-stay?

Checking back in on our third day in the parks and at BWV. We went to Magic Kingdom yesterday and was amazed on how little crowds there were and the wait times for most rides were almost walk ons except for Mine Train (we had a FP for that). We had a BOG reservation at 8:20pm and got sat in the West Wing (dream come true!) between the portrait and rose. Amazing food and amazing service. Nothing like walking out of the Beasts castle to the fireworks and standing on the bridge seeing the fireworks surrounding you and seeing your kids in aw! We stayed for the second Electric Parade and was just able to sit down and watch with minimal crowds. Just a Magical Day! Today we did Hollywood Studios and was just not wowed this time with so much closed. Kids did get a lot of Disney Jr autographs and got to see Chewbacca and Kylo Ren. We did dinner at Hollywood and Vine and had Minnie's Summer friends and again had great character interactions. Called it an early night as we spent 13 hours at MK the day before.

Our stay at BWV has been amazing with great housekeeping and bell services (Late night Garden Grocer delivery)! Transportation hasn't been bad either with good wait times. Board with wait times was not working yesterday but I will keep you updated if they get back up again!

Thank you for checking in with us, @karalecia26. Yours is at least the second post I've read this week about much lower than expected crowds. This is a really pleasant surprise for everyone there now. Even the free Undercover Tourist crowd calendar has all of July with their highest crowd rating. If anyone has a subscription to the not-free crowd calendar, have their July predictions been off, too? I wonder what's going on?

Yes- we're at VWL for the first 3 days then move to BWV Friday. Can't stay away though- anniversary breakfast tomorrow at Trattoria!

I hope you have a magical week and thanks for checking in with us.

 

[dansdad]

Does anyone know the measurement of the pull down bunk in the BWV studio? I have looked at pictures and watched video, and from those it appears smaller than a twin size bed. Thanks.

I was about to ask the same. We have a 2 bedroom booked for next year and I assume that pull down will be there as all the 2 bedrooms are lock-offs. (Is that correct?)

I do not know for sure, but I did a search and found a post where people reported the bed is smaller than a twin - about 5'5" by 3'. I have seen some posts in the past where people reported that teens and adult children slept on the pull-down bed.

63" x 30"