Disney's CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information & Questions

[Dave006]

Are there any running paths outside that are accessible? I would take a boat over to fort Wilderness and run there, but I don’t think that is an option. Going to be there 7/12-7/16...

Yes there are choices for guests jogging or walking around the Contemporary. The official CR jogging path is .9 miles and circles Bay Lake Tower and the South Garden Wing, passing by the pool area and the Marina.

The resort launches may be up and running for your visit since the Tower and Garden wing opne (July 10) in addition to just BLT. The paths at Ft Wilderness will be available but nice quite nature path between Ft Wilderness and the WL was closed for the construction of the new Reflections resort that is now currently on hold.

Dave

 

[Frances Carter]

Yes there are choices for guests jogging or walking around the Contemporary. The official CR jogging path is .9 miles and circles Bay Lake Tower and the South Garden Wing, passing by the pool area and the Marina.

The resort launches may be up and running for your visit since the Tower and Garden wing opne (July 10) in addition to just BLT. The paths at Ft Wilderness will be available but nice quite nature path between Ft Wilderness and the WL was closed for the construction of the new Reflections resort that is now currently on hold.

Dave

Thanks Dave!

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Are there any running paths outside that are accessible? I would take a boat over to fort Wilderness and run there, but I don’t think that is an option. Going to be there 7/12-7/16...

PP answered your question, but it’s not the best running setup (IMO). I dislike running in short loops but not much choice at CR. Round and round is my plan.

I’ve read about people who get out on World Drive and run, but I’ve never felt comfortable doing that.

 

[hammie59]

Does anyone know if Contempo Cafe or the pool bar will be open when CR does? The only restaurant that I can tell for sure is The Wave.

 

[Dave006]

Ahh the Contempo Cafe is open now! We expect the Sand bar will open on or about July 10th when the Tower and the Garden wing open to guests.

The current hours for the Contemp Cafe are 7 AM - 10 PM. The hours are subject to change.

Dave

 

[bcuinohio]

Ahh the Contempo Cafe is open now! We expect the Sand bar will open on or about July 10th when the Tower and the Garden wing open to guests.

The current hours for the Contemp Cafe are 7 AM - 10 PM. The hours are subject to change.

Dave

I’m hoping they expand the menu when the CR opens. I didn’t see the Italian Beef sandwich on there.

 

[vinotinto]

Ahh the Contempo Cafe is open now! We expect the Sand bar will open on or about July 10th when the Tower and the Garden wing open to guests.

The current hours for the Contemp Cafe are 7 AM - 10 PM. The hours are subject to change.

Dave

I hope The Sand Bar opens. Even though we are bringing a sufficient amount of wines from home (true to my name!), I was hoping a pool bar would be open once the hotel side reopens.

 

[vettegirl]

I just read no epcot monorail for this month, I hope that isn't true. The source says we will be bused to Epcot

 

[DisneyMomx7]

Does anyone know whether they have ports cribs or pack and plays? Thanks

 

[trishadono]

I just read no epcot monorail for this month, I hope that isn't true. The source says we will be bused to Epcot

However a plus to that is leaving Epcot you don’t have to climb that ramp

Also it eliminates needing 2 monorails to get there.

Most likely they will do resort bus sharing but that doesn’t take too long.

Agree though entering Epcot on the monorail is always magical!

 

[RN_Mama_inFL]

Anyone scheduled to arrive opening resort day and can give us a trip report?

We will be the day after! (7/11) Anything in particular you’d like to know? We are also hoping more restaurants open when the hotel reopens. (California Grill, Sand Bar)

 

[Llama mama]

We will be the day after! (7/11) Anything in particular you’d like to know? We are also hoping more restaurants open when the hotel reopens. (California Grill, Sand Bar)

Yes please. Are you ordering grocery delivery? We are also hoping more restaurants open. Are you at CR or BLT.?
Any info appreciated. Have a great trip

 

[dorospin]

We’re checking in at BLT on the 9th-12th and then again 18th-24th.

 

[dorospin]

We got moved from Wilderness Lodge to CR yesterday. We've stayed in CR before but in a Theme Park View room. They switched us for free to a garden wing room from a standard room at WL, but I'm actually kind of worried we won't love CR as much in the garden wing. I do, however, love the location. We're planning to drive to all parks and this definitely helps with getting to MK, which I think is the most difficult park to navigate getting to if you're driving yourself. It is what it is, I'm just happy to be going in a little over one month!

We love the garden wing. I think it’s the best deal on property. At times with discounts you can get a garden wing room for close to the price of a moderate, and walk to the Magic Kingdom!

 

[dorospin]

For you CR/BLT veterans, what makes the CR and BLT special to you?

Being able to walk to the Magic Kingdom!! And we love the bustle in the main Contemporary area. Walking out of your room to the Chef Mickey’s music etc is pretty cool to us. If you have a theme park view room - opening your balcony door right at MK opening and hearing the opening music.

 

[SarahC97]

We love the garden wing. I think it’s the best deal on property. At times with discounts you can get a garden wing room for close to the price of a moderate, and walk to the Magic Kingdom!

I'm feeling good about the garden wing. I certainly got a good deal, as it's rack rate is $120 more per night than what I was paying at WL.

 

[dorospin]

Yes please. Are you ordering grocery delivery? We are also hoping more restaurants open. Are you at CR or BLT.?
Any info appreciated. Have a great trip

We arrive on the 9th and are ordering from garden grocer.

 

[Smittolis]

The Garden Wing is the best overall value at CR in IMO. Far enough away from the hustle and bustle, right on the water if you get the right room, great little patio facing the beach area, a short walk to the main tower and pool and yet 1/3 the price of a tower room. Personally I'm not a fan of all the noise in the tower rooms, view is awesome but it is offset with the amount of coming and going. In the Garden Wing the only people over there are the ones staying so its much more peaceful.

We always stay in the Garden Wing, with some deals (like some have said) you can get them for the same price as a moderate! Walking to the MK simply cannot be beat! ;o)

 

[dorospin]

Does anyone know whether they have ports cribs or pack and plays? Thanks

Yes we have used both.

 

[RN_Mama_inFL]

Yes please. Are you ordering grocery delivery? We are also hoping more restaurants open. Are you at CR or BLT.?
Any info appreciated. Have a great trip

Thank you! No grocery delivery for us, only going for a couple days and it’s just a 2 hour drive. Staying in CR Garden Wing. Hoping for ground floor