Disney's CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information & Questions

[Sona99]

Thanks lovingeire. I will call. It's just the two of us and we are used to our king bed.

 

[dansdad]

I wouldn't expect a crowd at the front desk at 7:30am. I'd call and add the bed request to your reservation now with WDTC and then if you have it as an option at online check in you can select it then.

This.

 

[WDWKOOK]

I didn't think there were any rooms available there but I may not have checked properly. I'm also confused about the whole Villa aspect of the reservations. When I put in our dates and party size (6 adults), the garden wing hospitality suite was the only thing that showed for the CR. We also found out today that the Bride to Be could possibly get us a CM discount on our room for at least part of our stay. It was mentioned in the Save The Date email and on theknot but I hadn't noticed. Another friend mentioned it to me tonight. I'm going to email the bride to be as suggested on their theknot information. Not sure if it's possible now that we already booked. We're very excited! I found so much useful info on this site. I've been reading everything I can to be as prepared as possible and still don't feel prepared, lol!

BLT is a Disney Vacation Club Villa, CR is not. There might not be available or you would need to choose BLT from the drop-down menu to check. If you're using a Disney Weddings or group rate, then I would assume it's only applicable toward CR, but I'm not sure how those work. Usually the host will tell you where you can book with the group discount. But, those Hospitality Suites are really pricey and have less space and amenities than the villa so I would still check on BLT as an option, but only with some sort of discount

We're checking in soon! Does anyone know if we can add days to our park tickets at the BLT check -in desk? Or do we have to hike over to the Contemporary?

I thought this had to be done at the CR Concierge desk next to the check-in, but hopefully someone will know if you can do this now at BLT.

Checked in this morning. Club Level is fantastic!

Lots of people stranded here because of cancelled flights..

Glad you're loving it! All of us blizzard DISers are jealous.

 

[Quellman]

Ok I think I answered my own question. You can check in early and leave your bags and get your check in information which probably includes your parking pass.

Two more questions: how busy should I expect the desk to be at 7:30 am on a Friday?

And: if I want to request a king bed, when should I do that and how likely do you think it is to be honored?
Thanks

It all depends if people are leaving and if they are having issues with final billing on their accounts. It should not be too much of a hassle really. In fact the concierge service area is right there as well so if check-ins are backed up, they will assist many times as well. Enjoy your trip.

 

[Sona99]

Thanks Quellman. I'm a planning kind of gal and want this to run smoothly.

 

[DisneyFan32WI]

I'll be arriving on Sunday. This will be my first time at the Contemporary! I faxed in a room request to be close to the monorail due to my husband having a nasty hip injury/accident last month while training for his first marathon. He gets tired and sore quickly. I booked a garden view/garden wing room, but I don't really know what that means. Should I have booked a different room perhaps? I've never stepped foot in this resort before.

 

[DisneyDmbNut]

I'll be arriving on Sunday. This will be my first time at the Contemporary! I faxed in a room request to be close to the monorail due to my husband having a nasty hip accident last month while training for his first marathon. He gets tired and sore quickly. I booked a garden view/garden wing room, but I don't really know what that means. Should I have booked a different room perhaps? I've never stepped foot in this resort before.

Probably a Tower room would have been best. The garden wing is about a 5 minute walk to the main building then an elevator ride up to the platform

 

[DisneyFan32WI]

Probably a Tower room would have been best. The garden wing is about a 5 minute walk to the main building then an elevator ride up to the platform

Okay, thanks for the info!

 

[Kiren]

Quick question: So I'm throwing around the idea of trying to only bring a carry on and I was wondering how the in room shampoos and stuff are?

 

[kcpinwdw]

was wondering how the in room shampoos and stuff are?

I think they are lovely. H2O brand. I have thick, curly hair and the conditioner works well.

 

[WDWKOOK]

I'll be arriving on Sunday. This will be my first time at the Contemporary! I faxed in a room request to be close to the monorail due to my husband having a nasty hip injury/accident last month while training for his first marathon. He gets tired and sore quickly. I booked a garden view/garden wing room, but I don't really know what that means. Should I have booked a different room perhaps? I've never stepped foot in this resort before.

Probably a Tower room would have been best. The garden wing is about a 5 minute walk to the main building then an elevator ride up to the platform

I agree with this and if I were you, at check-in, I would explain your DH's physical limitations so they can try to better accommodate you.

I hope you have a magical first stay at CR and let us know if you have any other questions.

 

[albertamom]

We're staying at BLT on a cash reservation. I know that we will have daily maid service. Will they replace dishwasher and laundry soap, as well as toiletries?

 

[LiveToTravelNicely]

We just returned from BLT, and it was great!

When unpacking, we discovered that our two year old packed the remote from the bedroom tv. Does anyone have a contact email for management at the blt or cr? I'd like to make arrangements to return it. Thanks!

 

[aaarcher86]

We just returned from BLT, and it was great!

When unpacking, we discovered that our two year old packed the remote from the bedroom tv. Does anyone have a contact email for management at the blt or cr? I'd like to make arrangements to return it. Thanks!

I don't have the info, but this dilemma is kind of hilarious! Darn kids!

 

[cadale]

Staying at BLT in a 2-bedroom for a quick post-cruise park visit. Staying 4/29 - 5/1/2016. Does anyone know if the bell services would be willing to hold owner's lockers while we are on the cruise? We are staying pre-cruise at the Poly and was thinking of having the lockers moved to BLT when we check out. Need some things out of the lockers but wasn't sure they would hold them for the five days.

 

[dansdad]

Staying at BLT in a 2-bedroom for a quick post-cruise park visit. Staying 4/29 - 5/1/2016. Does anyone know if the bell services would be willing to hold owner's lockers while we are on the cruise? We are staying pre-cruise at the Poly and was thinking of having the lockers moved to BLT when we check out. Need some things out of the lockers but wasn't sure they would hold them for the five days.

Yes they will.

 

[Leafsgirl36]

Hi all! Getting excited for our May 2016 trip. We rented points and are staying in a Lake View Studio at BLT. Wondering if someone could help me with a few questions. I'm betting they've been answered numerous times but I've already gone through 10 out of 181 pages and didn't see my answer:

1. If I'm renting points, I can't make a room request right? How willing are renters to make a request for you?
2. My husband works for Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee and I was planning on bringing ground coffee with us. Are the coffee makers standard Mr. Coffee or do they take special pods?
3. There are a few Lake View rooms that 'sort of' have theme park views as well. While I get wanting to see the fireworks, I also see either a parking lot or tennis courts. What are your opinions on TPV vs. LV? Is it worth trying to request one of these rooms with duel views?

Thanks!

My husband and I are here now and have a Lake View room with a view of the fireworks, can also see the top of the Castle and Space Mountain. Book a room that ends in an 06 if you have a Studio. Looking straight out your view will be the tennis courts and the lake but when you are out on the balcony and look left your view will be of the MK.

 

[Quellman]

I'll be arriving on Sunday. This will be my first time at the Contemporary! I faxed in a room request to be close to the monorail due to my husband having a nasty hip injury/accident last month while training for his first marathon. He gets tired and sore quickly. I booked a garden view/garden wing room, but I don't really know what that means. Should I have booked a different room perhaps? I've never stepped foot in this resort before.

Ask to avoid the 6xxx wing of the Garden View Rooms. They are the furthest from any other Garden Wing rooms. As others have also mentioned, just make sure your voice your opinion at check in and they will try to accommodate if possible.

 

[Jan1114]

Do I have to bring my own coffee if staying at CR in TPV room? If so, what kind of coffee (grounds, pods, k-cups, etc) and brand?

 

[dansdad]

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Do I have to bring my own coffee if staying at CR in TPV room? If so, what kind of coffee (grounds, pods, k-cups, etc) and brand?

Coffee is provided and replenished daily. The brand is Joffreys.