Disney's CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information & Questions

[HatboxHaint]

Anyone know where I can find a current list of best transportation options to and from BLT?

 

[Cluelyss]

Anyone know where I can find a current list of best transportation options to and from BLT?

This is my favorite site to use for transportation options. Keep in mind the time does not include any wait time you may have.

http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/aspx/twiz.aspx#.V2K9ncj3bCR

 

[HatboxHaint]

I guess my biggest question is....When going to AK or DHS do you walk to the MK bus stops or use the Contemporary's Stop?

 

[Cluelyss]

I guess my biggest question is....When going to AK or DHS do you walk to the MK bus stops or use the Contemporary's Stop?

We always used the stop at CR.

 

[outahere]

Anyone stay CL at CR lately?

We're staying Atrium CL at the CR next week and received the usual welcome email. It stated that evening turn-down with chocolates and cordials in the lounge were included. Did they bring those things back, or is that message out of date?

Thanks.

PS - also posted on the CL thread

 

[Kona65]

we are staying at the CR, Garden View. For early check in one of the questions was odd or even room number? What would be the difference?

 

[STLstone]

This might only help a very few people, but I had some tips on driving in (it was my first time).

- Even if you've checked in on-line, you will not have magic band access to the parking lot... yet. You have to use the left lane at the guard shack where you'll be given a parking pass for the length of your stay. Make sure it has your name and the right checkout date on it. He tried to give me the wrong one, first.

- If you approach the hotel through the Main Disney World Gate from the south, stay to the right for the resorts (the signs are pretty clear about this). Entering from this direction, you'll be able to turn right, into the parking lot at CR.

- If you approach from the North (the "back way") and you take the "clockwise" route around the Magic Kingdom, on World Drive, directly to the CR, you'll need to turn left into the CR parking lot - but a left turn is not allowed here. You may be better off taking the "counter-clockwise" route around the Magic Kingdom or you'll need to find a spot to turn around - we used the Wilderness Lodge Cast Member driveway for this )

We stayed 9 nights in Bay Lake Tower. It was fantastic in just about any way I can think of. One thing I thought was exceptional was how quiet it was. In our rooms, you couldn't hear another soul on the premises. This feature probably benefited the other guests more than us - we had a 2 year old with us.

 

[Dave006]

we are staying at the CR, Garden View. For early check in one of the questions was odd or even room number? What would be the difference?

Even or odd room number can determine your possible room views. By default I would chose an odd number room. Do you have a floor preference or want to be close to the main tower or a quite room away from the main building?

Dave

 

[Cluelyss]

we are staying at the CR, Garden View. For early check in one of the questions was odd or even room number? What would be the difference?

Only matters if you are staying TPV in the Tower.

 

[STLstone]

we are staying at the CR, Garden View. For early check in one of the questions was odd or even room number? What would be the difference?

The TouringPlans website has a "room finder" that tells you exactly where every room is. For some rooms, they even have a photos of the view. My only warning is that you will probably find the exact room you want and that might cause some disappointment if you don't get it!

I'm not sure if this link will take you directly there or not:
https://touringplans.com/hotel_maps/disneys-contemporary-resort

 

[Gryhndmom]

For those at CR/BLT, have they put up fencing along the small beach areas ?

 

[rere101399]

Hi @WDWKOOK can you add me to the log-o-rail please?
We are thrilled to be staying in CR, garden wing, garden view with FD 11/27-12/2. Thanks for all of the great info on this thread!

 

[Ntrain]

Hi, @WDWKOOK please add me to the log.
We are going 9/4 - 9/7 CR GW
Our first time at this resort. Will be celebrating my birthday!!!
Thanks

 

[NS8VN]

Didn't want to jinx it until it was booked, but after a little 8 AM website stress we are set. January 20-25, 2017 at BLT. Have been looking forward to returning to the Contemporary for 15 years!

 

[HatboxHaint]

For those who stayed in both BLT and CR... does BLT feel like the "contemporary experience"?

 

[Gryhndmom]

For those who stayed in both BLT and CR... does BLT feel like the "contemporary experience"?

Having stayed CL at CR and now an owner at BLT...I would have to answer your question with yes I do feel like I still get that "contemporary experience" at BLT. DH and I find the decor is the same (very modern and sleek) and actually find BLT has a less crowded feeling. Yes there is no room service, daily housekeeping or club level at BLT but chef Mickey, the wave, California grill are just a short walk away. Hope this helps !

 

[yellowfish78]

Hello! Our first stay at BLT is coming up on October. We were lucky enough to get two nights in a one bedroom standard view room off wait list from a DVC member. I have just a few questions since this is our first stay here and have been unable to find some answers...
What is a standard view, really? View of CR? Low floor?
And for Top of the World, is that just for DVC owners with ID or anyone staying in a DVC room?

 

[CMNJ]

Hello! Our first stay at BLT is coming up on October. We were lucky enough to get two nights in a one bedroom standard view room off wait list from a DVC member. I have just a few questions since this is our first stay here and have been unable to find some answers...
What is a standard view, really? View of CR? Low floor?
And for Top of the World, is that just for DVC owners with ID or anyone staying in a DVC room?

Low floor-I've read it is 1st-4th floor (not sure if that is official but that's what I've read)
Top of the world is only supposed to be for DVC members and guests staying in a DVC villa with a member as long as the member accompanies them. Since it sounds like you are renting not staying with a DVC member you would not be eligible (assuming they follow policy at the checkin desk)

 

[NS8VN]

The 2nd picture in this posts shows which rooms are which views: http://www.disboards.com/threads/bl...nks-last-update-of-post-1-10-21-2015.2257082/ Basically they are the lower floors, so you might get a partial view of MK, or the CR, a parking lot, or be right next to the pool.

As for TotW, the official policy is that it is only available to DVC members with ID staying at BLT on points. As far as I can tell from stories the level of enforcement will depend on how busy they are and the CM at the desk. Never hurts to ask.

 

[yellowfish78]

Low floor-I've read it is 1st-4th floor (not sure if that is official but that's what I've read)
Top of the world is only supposed to be for DVC members and guests staying in a DVC villa with a member as long as the member accompanies them. Since it sounds like you are renting not staying with a DVC member you would not be eligible (assuming they follow policy at the checkin desk)

The 2nd picture in this posts shows which rooms are which views: http://www.disboards.com/threads/bl...nks-last-update-of-post-1-10-21-2015.2257082/ Basically they are the lower floors, so you might get a partial view of MK, or the CR, a parking lot, or be right next to the pool.

As for TotW, the official policy is that it is only available to DVC members with ID staying at BLT on points. As far as I can tell from stories the level of enforcement will depend on how busy they are and the CM at the desk. Never hurts to ask.

Thank you for the link for the rooms! Now to decide if a ground floor request would be nicer than another view. And we are renting. I've read the guidelines for Top of the World and it states DVC, but then also read reviews that some renters gain access. It's a MNSSHP weeknight - we might ask just to see, or head to the Poly beach instead.