DISNEY'S CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information Thread!

[Muhlenberg]

Were you on the MK side? At the end towards Epcot? The views seemed a bit different than what I remember. Maybe my mind is going. It'll get refreshed in 4 weeks.

 

[klmall]

Yes, we were on the MK side, way down on Chef Mickey end.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

klmall,
Those pictures look amazing, thanks for posting them.

 

[DeterminedOne]

Wow - great pics!

 

[Chrisypoo]

We just returned from our Christmas trip (19-26) and just wanted to give a small review.

We had a MK Tower room on the 11th floor. The room itself was really nice, very spacious. I liked all the shelving around the tv, it was handy for our Christmas decorations.

Storage: It was only myself and DS, so the storage was fine. However, the drawer space would have been an issue if there were more of us. The big end of the toilet room was very handy to storing our suitcases.

Bathroom: Looks lovely, but very un-user friendly. No where to put clothes when taking a shower or changing. The sinks don't really ever drain. And if you lean over to look into the mirror, you better make sure that your shirt doesn't touch the sink because it will end up right in the middle of all the un-drained water.

Mousekeeping: For the most part it was fine. No towel animals or anything special done with my son's toys (which wasn't expected, but would have been nice.) One day we had an issue...they made the beds, took the dirty towels/washclothes, but they didn't leave any toiletries or washclothes. I called down to housekeeping, requesting washclothes, shampoo and shower gel. They brought up washclothes, shampoo and conditioner...no shower gel. This also happened to be the day that I didn't leave a tip (no cash)...could have been a coincidence, but this never happened on the days I did leave a tip.

Transportation: Monorail...what a convenience! Buses were good, too. I was worried about the DTD bus because it normally takes forever, but it worked very well.

Food: I was worried with being on the DP but there only being the Temp Grab and Go. However, their pizza's were really good. The pre-made salads (I had both the chicken ceasar and Cobb) were very good as well...and huge! We ordered room service for breakfast twice...the first time, the CM brought it in, laid everything out on the table, brought a newspaper, and set the tray off to the side. The second time, the CM put the tray on the table (no paper) and left.

View: Wonderful! It was especially nice to be able to watch the fireworks every night and the water parade.

Here are some pics:

Here's the fog we woke up to one morning, it's essentially the same angle as the first pic above:

Christine

 

[Aliceacc]

With all I've been reading about the bathrooms and the lack of storage, does it make sense to spend a few dollars on these:http://www.shoplet.com/office/db/MMM17001.html

Or am I obsessing needlessly?

 

[PrincessPaczki]

Chrisypoo, thanks for the review and the great photos!

 

[triplefigs]

Love all the pictures. I can't wait to be back at the CR in 4 weeks!!!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Christine,
Thanks for posting about your stay and posting those pictures which look amazing.

 

[momto2]

We go Feb 2nd. Just wondering how they will handle the fact there is nowhere to use the refillable mugs (part of the Deluxe pkg) at the CR. I'd love to hear 1st hand reports!

bumping for an answer too

 

[SantaRay]

I took a few pictures of decorations around the resort.

As well as the decorating that I did on our room as a surprise for my wife. She got to the room about 5 hours after I did.

 

[gogo65]

WOW Santaray those photos of your room look wonderful.
I hope your wife was really excited
Thanks for posting them.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Those pictures look very nice, thanks for taking the time to post them.

 

[mom2cinderella]

As well as the decorating that I did on our room as a surprise for my wife.

That is too sweet!!


Thanks for the pics - now I really can't wait until next December!

Michele

 

[SantaRay]

I hope your wife was really excited

I think she was. That was pretty much her Christmas present from me, so I hope it worked. I know that Mousekeeping enjoyed them. We had towel animals and extra toiletries each day.

 

[PrincessPaczki]

Thanks for the photos. What a wonderful surprise!

 

[MrsBlovesDisney]

Awwwwwwwwwwe!!!!
That's soooooo sweeeet!!!!!

 

[scoobndolliesmom]

We have always wanted to stay at the contemprary resort. We would like to go during holiday season. How is Thanksgiving time ? Has anyone ever stayed during this time? By the way, all the pictures have been great! Thanks!

 

[Chrisypoo]

With all I've been reading about the bathrooms and the lack of storage, does it make sense to spend a few dollars on these:http://www.shoplet.com/office/db/MMM17001.html

Or am I obsessing needlessly?

I think this would be a pretty good idea, at least to hang up your clothes. There was a shelf that ran the full length of the vanity under the sinks, so there was plenty of room for toiletries. Sad part is...I had a bunch of these with us from hanging up Christmas decorations and it NEVER even crossed my mind to use them for the bathroom!

Glad everyone liked my pics!

Christine

 

[wzup95]

How much should you tip Mousekeeping?