Resort Thread Disney's Club Level (CL) Thread

[Ricguz]

After a bit of an absence, DH and I are heading to The Grand Floridian (main building) in September. Our last trip was June 2023 (Yacht Club Club Level). And I let me AP go shortly afterwards....

A question (though I may have more as we get closer):
How is everyone getting to the resort from the airport these days? I used to use Tony Hinds (Gosh, I miss him!). And the friends we're meeting will be landing hours after us. I've emailed Signature Services about a Minnie Van (it's vacation!) as well as Grayson's (anyone used them?)

Thanks!

I have used the Minnie Van service half dozen times since Magical Express was taken away from us. Never had a problem of complaint. Always waiting for us at MCO texting before we land with their name and number. Upon departure they are waiting for us at YC with the same info. What I like the best is there is no 3 hour departure rule. You can set the time to get picked up. I usually get picked up about two hours before a flight if my departure time is mid afternoon.

 

[dmetcalfrn]

I’ve been using GoodRide Express since 2023. It’s owned by one of Tony Hind’s former drivers Riland who I believe took over the business from Tony. Good communication and reasonable pricing. Found out about them from an auto reply after emailing Tony that year. Search for the website, fill out a jot form and he usually replies within hours with a quote. I always get a separate thank you for my loyalty email (since I’ve used them multiple times).

We used Tony and now Riland. Great service!

 

[ktink]

After entertaining CR TPV, we decided to stay put at BWI cl. We have an upcoming stay at CR King Room Tower cl so I'll patiently wait for that view until 2026. I know I'd have more food options w/ the dining plan but I just can't give up cl this time.

 

[Stacey25]

We have used Minnie Van round trip for our last three trips and plan to use them again when we go in September. We have had 5 excellent experiences and one that was just so-so because the driver was annoying. I highly recommend.

@trishadono love the pics! Miss that view! My (adult) kids are dying to go back there.

@Stacey25 congrats to your ds and his future wife! I love that adorable pumpkin carriage ring holder. Glad your experience at ALK was better than YC. We love AKL also.

Thank you! I picked up that pumpkin carriage ring holder about a year ago when my son mentioned he was going to be proposing at some point. I was strolling through Hobby Lobby and it caught my eye! It was absolutely perfect for a Disney proposal. We had such a magical day

 

[Angehd2]

Finishing up our stay at BW CL. First time here. Love the location, boardwalk view room (we stayed in a deluxe CL room on the 4th floor- loved it), and lovely CL staff, in particular Lorenzo. Small negatives include a musty smell in the room, overcrowded lounge- multiple times we have not been able to get seating, and the food is rather average IMO. Overall, love the resort and would definitely stay here again. Tomorrow we move to GF/RPC and then on to YC. My husband said BW is his favorite resort (we have stayed at contemporary, poly, and grand Californian previously). I really enjoyed Poly last year but the location at BW can’t be beat!

 

[Angehd2]

Adding one more negative after a fifth night - the darn couch bed!!! My 200+ pound husband slept on it and it creaked and crackled every time he moved. It has woken me up every night (light sleeper). If you book this room I do not recommend the pull out couch for an adult.

 

[2vets]

Finishing up our stay at BW CL. First time here. Love the location, boardwalk view room (we stayed in a deluxe CL room on the 4th floor- loved it), and lovely CL staff, in particular Lorenzo. Small negatives include a musty smell in the room, overcrowded lounge- multiple times we have not been able to get seating, and the food is rather average IMO. Overall, love the resort and would definitely stay here again. Tomorrow we move to GF/RPC and then on to YC. My husband said BW is his favorite resort (we have stayed at contemporary, poly, and grand Californian previously). I really enjoyed Poly last year but the location at BW can’t be beat!

I hope the move goes smoothly! I enjoyed BWI, and what wonderful CLMs— but I still prefer GF/RPC, in largest part for the incredible space.

 

[focusondisney]

Finishing up our stay at BW CL. First time here. Love the location, boardwalk view room (we stayed in a deluxe CL room on the 4th floor- loved it), and lovely CL staff, in particular Lorenzo. Small negatives include a musty smell in the room, overcrowded lounge- multiple times we have not been able to get seating, and the food is rather average IMO. Overall, love the resort and would definitely stay here again. Tomorrow we move to GF/RPC and then on to YC. My husband said BW is his favorite resort (we have stayed at contemporary, poly, and grand Californian previously). I really enjoyed Poly last year but the location at BW can’t be beat!

We had the same issue with getting seats in the lounge 2 years ago, which has made us reluctant to return. Our deluxe room was in the 3rd floor, making it hard to carry food back. I’m interested to hear your thoughts on how loud the GF RPC lounge seems with the lobby construction. We’re doing a YC CL/ RPC stay next month.