Disney's CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information & Questions

[Artax]

Anyone staying at CR currently know if the pool has been hitting capacity now that full resort is open?

Also how has the bus situation been for getting to the parks in the morning? Arriving this weekend and debating on taking DME and using busses or renting a car.

 

[Dave006]

Also how has the bus situation been for getting to the parks in the morning? Arriving this weekend and debating on taking DME and using busses or renting a car.

Don't expect a good update on the bus situation since the only bus park open today is AK. Epcot and DHS don't open until tomorrow, July 15.

Dave

 

[StephenM84]

We arrive this weekend. This will be our first time staying at CR and we are wondering what time should we start our walk to MK if we want to make it for the 9am opening. I'm not sure how everything works with walking and what time they are letting people in.

 

[trishadono]

We arrive this weekend. This will be our first time staying at CR and we are wondering what time should we start our walk to MK if we want to make it for the 9am opening. I'm not sure how everything works with walking and what time they are letting people in.

Keep an eye on social media. I know wdw has not been letting people arrive TOO early for the parks.

Pre covid I would have left at 8:35am. That is plenty of time to walk over and get through security. Now? I still probably due similar because if they make you stand in line outside the park there is no hurry for that!

 

[GADisneyDad14]

They run a scroll on the resort TV channel saying the walkway isn’t open until park opening, although it’s been opening before that. Although I’m not sure the exact time they do open.

We walked to the AP preview last week around 8:30am (park opened at 9), FWIW.

 

[SarahC97]

We arrive this weekend. This will be our first time staying at CR and we are wondering what time should we start our walk to MK if we want to make it for the 9am opening. I'm not sure how everything works with walking and what time they are letting people in.

FWIW, I've seen many WDW vloggers and bloggers suggest not getting there for rope drop -- there's simply no need to because crowds are so small. I think you'll have an easier time navigating crowds if you wait until 9 or a little after to start walking over. On the pathway, there is a security checkpoint you go through. I'm unsure now if there are temperature screenings there too, but I would assume so since it's a way for those coming from CR and BLT to bypass security at the main checkpoint in MK. Have a great trip!

 

[GADisneyDad14]

FWIW, I've seen many WDW vloggers and bloggers suggest not getting there for rope drop -- there's simply no need to because crowds are so small. I think you'll have an easier time navigating crowds if you wait until 9 or a little after to start walking over. On the pathway, there is a security checkpoint you go through. I'm unsure now if there are temperature screenings there too, but I would assume so since it's a way for those coming from CR and BLT to bypass security at the main checkpoint in MK. Have a great trip!

Yep -they have white temporary temp check tent set up before the walkway security station.

 

[DisneyMomx7]

I had to cancel this week blt because dd's bf has to take a covid test to get his wisdom teeth removed next week.

SO I was bummed for days until I realized we could go 7/30-8/2. I was able to book cr gw with ap discount 3 nights with tax just over $1000. That is a good rate for deluxe!

We got the parks we wanted and even CG for a Saturday night!!

Woo hoo !

This one better stick!!!!

@HauntedGirl89 I will post pix of the gw area!

See you there! We will be there July 28-August 5!

 

[Yooperroo]

I am here right now. Pool is not full in the evenings. We haven't been at the resort in the afternoons yet to see what it looks like during the day.
The walkway to MK is empty if you don't try to "rope drop." Show up an hour later and you won't have to deal with lines. Most rides are walk on, especially later in the day.
In one hour (4-5) we did five attractions, including 7DMT which was only a 15 minute wait. Everything else was walk on.
Plan on long bus waits. We waited 40 minutes to get on an AK bus yesterday morning and another hour to get home. We are headed to EPCOT today so I can report on those bus wait times, too.
The elevators are a big issue in the evenings. Plan on waiting 15+ minutes just to get on an elevator anytime you need to use one due to the distancing measures being taken place. It's frustrating we don't have stair access for the higher floors when going up, since the doors are locked from the outside.
We were originally booked in the garden wing and when we got here were upgraded to a lake view room in the main tower so that was a nice surprise.
An added note for APs - starting yesterday our merchandise discount has increased to 30% for the next 30 days. That was also a nice surprise.
Unfortunately, they are not selling new TIW memberships and they don't know when/if they will be available again. That was a not-so-fun surprise.
If anyone else has any other questions specific operational updates at the resort, please feel free to ask.

 

[randal106]

Is the monorail running to Epcot? / and to the other monorail resorts? AKA we have a dinner at Grand Floridian planned, and an Epcot day....

 

[Llama mama]

I am here right now. Pool is not full in the evenings. We haven't been at the resort in the afternoons yet to see what it looks like during the day.
The walkway to MK is empty if you don't try to "rope drop." Show up an hour later and you won't have to deal with lines. Most rides are walk on, especially later in the day.
In one hour (4-5) we did five attractions, including 7DMT which was only a 15 minute wait. Everything else was walk on.
Plan on long bus waits. We waited 40 minutes to get on an AK bus yesterday morning and another hour to get home. We are headed to EPCOT today so I can report on those bus wait times, too.
The elevators are a big issue in the evenings. Plan on waiting 15+ minutes just to get on an elevator anytime you need to use one due to the distancing measures being taken place. It's frustrating we don't have stair access for the higher floors when going up, since the doors are locked from the outside.
We were originally booked in the garden wing and when we got here were upgraded to a lake view room in the main tower so that was a nice surprise.
An added note for APs - starting yesterday our merchandise discount has increased to 30% for the next 30 days. That was also a nice surprise.
Unfortunately, they are not selling new TIW memberships and they don't know when/if they will be available again. That was a not-so-fun surprise.
If anyone else has any other questions specific operational updates at the resort, please feel free to ask.

Thank you !
Great trip report. Has the coffee shop opened yet?

 

[trishadono]

I am here right now. Pool is not full in the evenings. We haven't been at the resort in the afternoons yet to see what it looks like during the day.
The walkway to MK is empty if you don't try to "rope drop." Show up an hour later and you won't have to deal with lines. Most rides are walk on, especially later in the day.
In one hour (4-5) we did five attractions, including 7DMT which was only a 15 minute wait. Everything else was walk on.
Plan on long bus waits. We waited 40 minutes to get on an AK bus yesterday morning and another hour to get home. We are headed to EPCOT today so I can report on those bus wait times, too.
The elevators are a big issue in the evenings. Plan on waiting 15+ minutes just to get on an elevator anytime you need to use one due to the distancing measures being taken place. It's frustrating we don't have stair access for the higher floors when going up, since the doors are locked from the outside.
We were originally booked in the garden wing and when we got here were upgraded to a lake view room in the main tower so that was a nice surprise.
An added note for APs - starting yesterday our merchandise discount has increased to 30% for the next 30 days. That was also a nice surprise.
Unfortunately, they are not selling new TIW memberships and they don't know when/if they will be available again. That was a not-so-fun surprise.
If anyone else has any other questions specific operational updates at the resort, please feel free to ask.

Is the coffee pot in your room? Coffee provided?

Is the coffee shop in lobby open?

Last resort I have to go to comtempo cafe?

Blt people you have a pot , this question about coffee for the Resort side.

I can’t see in the morning without my ️

 

[trishadono]

Thank you !
Great trip report. Has the coffee shop opened yet?

Great minds think alike️

 

[Yooperroo]

Is the coffee pot in your room? Coffee provided?

Is the coffee shop in lobby open?

Last resort I have to go to comtempo cafe?

Blt people you have a pot , this question about coffee for the Resort side.

I can’t see in the morning without my ️

Yes Keurig is in the room with coffee cream and sugar. I didn't notice if the coffee shop in the lobby is open.

 

[Yooperroo]

Great minds think alike️

Coffee in the room but I didn't notice if the shop is open. I'll check it out and let you know.

Edit sorry I meant to reply on this one to @Llama mama

 

[Yooperroo]

Is the monorail running to Epcot? / and to the other monorail resorts? AKA we have a dinner at Grand Floridian planned, and an Epcot day....

The monorail is not running to Epcot but is running to other resorts. (Example: you can get on the monorail at the contemporary to get to the grand floridian)

 

[Llama mama]

The monorail is not running to Epcot but is running to other resorts. (Example: you can get on the monorail at the contemporary to get to the grand floridian)

Thank you so much for the updates!!
Have a great trip and stay safe

 

[Artax]

I am here right now. Pool is not full in the evenings. We haven't been at the resort in the afternoons yet to see what it looks like during the day.
The walkway to MK is empty if you don't try to "rope drop." Show up an hour later and you won't have to deal with lines. Most rides are walk on, especially later in the day.
In one hour (4-5) we did five attractions, including 7DMT which was only a 15 minute wait. Everything else was walk on.
Plan on long bus waits. We waited 40 minutes to get on an AK bus yesterday morning and another hour to get home. We are headed to EPCOT today so I can report on those bus wait times, too.
The elevators are a big issue in the evenings. Plan on waiting 15+ minutes just to get on an elevator anytime you need to use one due to the distancing measures being taken place. It's frustrating we don't have stair access for the higher floors when going up, since the doors are locked from the outside.
We were originally booked in the garden wing and when we got here were upgraded to a lake view room in the main tower so that was a nice surprise.
An added note for APs - starting yesterday our merchandise discount has increased to 30% for the next 30 days. That was also a nice surprise.
Unfortunately, they are not selling new TIW memberships and they don't know when/if they will be available again. That was a not-so-fun surprise.
If anyone else has any other questions specific operational updates at the resort, please feel free to ask.

Thanks for the info on the pools and bus situation. Appreciate you taking time out of your day.

 

[dreynolds1982]

I am here right now. Pool is not full in the evenings. We haven't been at the resort in the afternoons yet to see what it looks like during the day.
The walkway to MK is empty if you don't try to "rope drop." Show up an hour later and you won't have to deal with lines. Most rides are walk on, especially later in the day.
In one hour (4-5) we did five attractions, including 7DMT which was only a 15 minute wait. Everything else was walk on.
Plan on long bus waits. We waited 40 minutes to get on an AK bus yesterday morning and another hour to get home. We are headed to EPCOT today so I can report on those bus wait times, too.
The elevators are a big issue in the evenings. Plan on waiting 15+ minutes just to get on an elevator anytime you need to use one due to the distancing measures being taken place. It's frustrating we don't have stair access for the higher floors when going up, since the doors are locked from the outside.
We were originally booked in the garden wing and when we got here were upgraded to a lake view room in the main tower so that was a nice surprise.
An added note for APs - starting yesterday our merchandise discount has increased to 30% for the next 30 days. That was also a nice surprise.
Unfortunately, they are not selling new TIW memberships and they don't know when/if they will be available again. That was a not-so-fun surprise.
If anyone else has any other questions specific operational updates at the resort, please feel free to ask.

Thanks for the updates. That's good to know about the pools. We're doing a resort-only day so plan on spending some time by the pools. We have a garden wing/garden view room and actually hope they don't try to upgrade us to the main tower based on what I'm hearing about the elevators ha. Looking forward to the peace and quiet over in the GW.

 

[Llama mama]

Anyone currently onsite having any issues with their dining reservations at The Wave or Chef Mickey? Someone on another thread said they waited 50 minutes after their reservation time to get seated at Kona at Poly. Just wondering how CR is doing with their restaurants? Thanks