Disney's CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT Information & Questions

[loeber]

The McDonald's on property has inflated prices. It also does not have a dollar menu.

Good to know, thanks.

 

[hops&dreams]

This will be our first time staying at CSR. Background:
We've always stayed at WL in the past, and next to the toaster are condiments- butter, salt, toppings for burgers, etc. Well, during breakfast, there's cream cheese. Just wondering, because it would be one less thing to pack. Also, we'll have the DDP, and will have refillable mugs.

I'm planning on bringing our own breakfasts, stopping by El Centro to toast the bagels, grab a cup of tea or coffee, and head out to the parks straight from there without going back to the room.

If I bring bagels, is there a place in El Centro that I can toast them? Is there cream cheese available on the condiments table?

We will have Disney refillable mugs, but will we have to use them (have them with us and put the tea in the mug) to get (hot) tea? Again, I would like to leave straight from there, but don't want to have to go back to my room to drop off my mug, and don't want to carry it all day. In the past, I've just grabbed a to-go cup of tea, and said my mug was back in my room, and they were ok with that at WL. Should I expect different at CSR?

I just read Kathy Werling's walking tour of CSR and it made me less excited She specifically mentions that it is her least favorite resort on all WDW property. Someone, please get me excited!!!! I'm bummed we're going from a deluxe to a mod, but I thought CSR had so much to offer.

Also, any pointers - online check-in, or not? Any rooms better than others? Should I put in a request, or just go with what I'm assigned? are there any rooms/buildings to avoid?

I'm 21 days away and getting excited and anxious because it's a new resort and it feels like a whole new destination!

TIA!

 

[dmband]

I'm not one of these people but I know people who "only" drink mcd coffee or Starbucks for example so maybe that's why he got so excited.
Personally I don't get it. I like coke but if Pepsi is what they have I can make it through the meal.

 

[bethjones]

This will be our first time staying at CSR. Background:
We've always stayed at WL in the past, and next to the toaster are condiments- butter, salt, toppings for burgers, etc. Well, during breakfast, there's cream cheese. Just wondering, because it would be one less thing to pack. Also, we'll have the DDP, and will have refillable mugs.

I'm planning on bringing our own breakfasts, stopping by El Centro to toast the bagels, grab a cup of tea or coffee, and head out to the parks straight from there without going back to the room.

If I bring bagels, is there a place in El Centro that I can toast them? Is there cream cheese available on the condiments table?

We will have Disney refillable mugs, but will we have to use them (have them with us and put the tea in the mug) to get (hot) tea? Again, I would like to leave straight from there, but don't want to have to go back to my room to drop off my mug, and don't want to carry it all day. In the past, I've just grabbed a to-go cup of tea, and said my mug was back in my room, and they were ok with that at WL. Should I expect different at CSR?

I just read Kathy Werling's walking tour of CSR and it made me less excited She specifically mentions that it is her least favorite resort on all WDW property. Someone, please get me excited!!!! I'm bummed we're going from a deluxe to a mod, but I thought CSR had so much to offer.

Also, any pointers - online check-in, or not? Any rooms better than others? Should I put in a request, or just go with what I'm assigned? are there any rooms/buildings to avoid?

I'm 21 days away and getting excited and anxious because it's a new resort and it feels like a whole new destination!

TIA!

All the moderate resorts have toasters and microwaves in the food court. They've all had cream cheese in the past as well, but someone who has stayed more recently should answer that.
I seriously doubt you would be able to get a free cup of tea by simply telling them your mug is in your room. That's why they put RFID chips on the mugs-to stop the cheating.
Your room request depends on your priorities, maybe you could give some details. You can be close to the food court/main building in preferred casitas 1, 2, 3 or in cabanas business class 9B. A 5-7 minute walk in standard rooms in casita 4 or cabana 9A,8B and 8A. Ranchos and Casitas 5 are pretty far from the lobby but closer to the main Dig Site Pool and Siesta's pool bar/food. They are also very quiet and remote if you like that. touring plans web site has a very detailed map and even pictures of the view from every room in the resort:
http://touringplans.com/walt-disney...isboards.com/showthread.php?t=3270962&page=27

I've visited or stayed in all the mod and deluxe. This resort has much more of a deluxe feel than the other mods, it is quieter, a little less "Disney" esque but personally, I like that. I get bombed with music and characters and craziness at the park. This is a really nice place to relax. Also has more restaurant choices than the other mods. I think you will like it since the WL has a very similar quiet laid back feel to it also.

 

[hildae0630]

If I bring bagels, is there a place in El Centro that I can toast them? Is there cream cheese available on the condiments table?

There will be cream cheese but for what I have seen in other resorts it is not at the condiments table but in the refrigerators for sale. The cream cheese is always included when you buy bagels at the food court.

Hope this helps.

 

[hildae0630]

Ranchos area lovers, do you rent a car or rely on Disney transportation?

 

[hops&dreams]

All the moderate resorts have toasters and microwaves in the food court. They've all had cream cheese in the past as well, but someone who has stayed more recently should answer that.
I seriously doubt you would be able to get a free cup of tea by simply telling them your mug is in your room. That's why they put RFID chips on the mugs-to stop the cheating.
Your room request depends on your priorities, maybe you could give some details. You can be close to the food court/main building in preferred casitas 1, 2, 3 or in cabanas business class 9B. A 5-7 minute walk in standard rooms in casita 4 or cabana 9A,8B and 8A. Ranchos and Casitas 5 are pretty far from the lobby but closer to the main Dig Site Pool and Siesta's pool bar/food. They are also very quiet and remote if you like that. touring plans web site has a very detailed map and even pictures of the view from every room in the resort:
http://touringplans.com/walt-disney...isboards.com/showthread.php?t=3270962&page=27

I've visited or stayed in all the mod and deluxe. This resort has much more of a deluxe feel than the other mods, it is quieter, a little less "Disney" esque but personally, I like that. I get bombed with music and characters and craziness at the park. This is a really nice place to relax. Also has more restaurant choices than the other mods. I think you will like it since the WL has a very similar quiet laid back feel to it also.

This is an awesome link - Thank you! I became a member in Oct, and I guess I really haven't poked around through the whole site - there's so much information on there!!!

Also, guess I'll have to figure out how important not carrying my mug all day is. Actually, come to think of it, if I bring my own tea bags, I can just run in and grab hot water in a to-go cup. YAY!

If I bring bagels, is there a place in El Centro that I can toast them? Is there cream cheese available on the condiments table?

There will be cream cheese but for what I have seen in other resorts it is not at the condiments table but in the refrigerators for sale. The cream cheese is always included when you buy bagels at the food court.

Hope this helps.

Thanks... we'll check it out the first morning, and maybe bring our own individual cream cheese packets. ???

 

[NEV2OLD4DIS]

I was just going to mention bringing your own tea bags. I just did the same thing, and used the coffee maker in the room to run the water through for it. It worked fine in a pinch. We also had refillable mugs, and I was wishing I brought a few disposable to go cups from home for times when we weren't getting a locker, which ended up most days due to nice weather and not needing coats in morning, etc.

 

[PirateD]

This will be our first time staying at CSR. Background: We've always stayed at WL in the past, and next to the toaster are condiments- butter, salt, toppings for burgers, etc. Well, during breakfast, there's cream cheese. Just wondering, because it would be one less thing to pack. Also, we'll have the DDP, and will have refillable mugs. I'm planning on bringing our own breakfasts, stopping by El Centro to toast the bagels, grab a cup of tea or coffee, and head out to the parks straight from there without going back to the room. If I bring bagels, is there a place in El Centro that I can toast them? Is there cream cheese available on the condiments table? We will have Disney refillable mugs, but will we have to use them (have them with us and put the tea in the mug) to get (hot) tea? Again, I would like to leave straight from there, but don't want to have to go back to my room to drop off my mug, and don't want to carry it all day. In the past, I've just grabbed a to-go cup of tea, and said my mug was back in my room, and they were ok with that at WL. Should I expect different at CSR? I just read Kathy Werling's walking tour of CSR and it made me less excited She specifically mentions that it is her least favorite resort on all WDW property. Someone, please get me excited!!!! I'm bummed we're going from a deluxe to a mod, but I thought CSR had so much to offer. Also, any pointers - online check-in, or not? Any rooms better than others? Should I put in a request, or just go with what I'm assigned? are there any rooms/buildings to avoid? I'm 21 days away and getting excited and anxious because it's a new resort and it feels like a whole new destination! TIA!

We are trying to decide on a resort and it's hard when you hear such differing viewpoints. Maybe listen to Pete's review of CSR during their 7 resorts in 7 days podcast series. He and the team speak very highly of CSR and is one of the reasons why CSR is on our list. It might help to rekindle some of your excitement. I hope you will have a magical time and please share your opinions when you get back!

 

[k1koala]

do they have the 1/2 gallon of the 1% milk at the resort? but also will it fit in the mini fridge?? thanks!! we like to have breakfast at our own pace while getting ready in the am

 

[nessz79]

Ranchos area lovers, do you rent a car or rely on Disney transportation?

I haven't been to CSR yet, but if we get Ranchos, we plan on using the car only if we're in a hurry to get to El Centro. Otherwise, we will walk or eat breakfast at Siestas Pool Bar in the morning. We'll use buses for all parks.

 

[bethjones]

Is Siesta's pool bar still serving breakfast or was that just for the holiday season?

 

[Mrs Doubtfire]

We have just booked to stay 4 nights in the business class rooms. We will have 2 teenagers and I thought the breakfast would be great for them. Any recent visits or views to tell me how it is? Also, would you still get a refillable mug for them?

Thanks

 

[nessz79]

Is Siesta's pool bar still serving breakfast or was that just for the holiday season?

I believe they are still serving breakfast. The menu is still on the Disney website:
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/coronado-springs-resort/siestas-cantina/menus/breakfast/

 

[nessz79]

For online check-in, what options are available for requests? Can you request to be near the main pool?

 

[turkey1031]

I was just checking pricing for an October trip. Why would a room that is categorized as "king" be more expensive than one categorized as "preferred king". I was thinking of booking a king room but now I'm confused with the different options.
Second question. Do you still need to tip at pepper market? I've read conflicting info.
Third question. Can I get a milkshake anywhere at CSR

 

[turkey1031]

One more question. Sorry, it's my first time staying here and I'm getting excited. Is there a good place to find out when there might be conventions going on here?

 

[mommyrosa2]

We have just booked to stay 4 nights in the business class rooms. We will have 2 teenagers and I thought the breakfast would be great for them. Any recent visits or views to tell me how it is? Also, would you still get a refillable mug for them?

Thanks

We were there last month and breakfast was continental style (cereal, bagels and fruit were staples and they would add muffins one day and breakfast pastry another). We are a family of 4 with 2 DD's, 20 & 16 and we all enjoyed starting our day with the lounge offerings .

As for the mugs, we didn't bother with them because that trip was a short stay. Instead, my girls would either ask for a couple of sodas in the morning to take back to our room or they'd hit the lounge in the evening and take sodas back to our room. It worked out well and they plan to do the same thing when we return in just a couple of weeks.

 

[SmallWorld71]

I was just checking pricing for an October trip. Why would a room that is categorized as "king" be more expensive than one categorized as "preferred king". I was thinking of booking a king room but now I'm confused with the different options.
Second question. Do you still need to tip at pepper market? I've read conflicting info.
Third question. Can I get a milkshake anywhere at CSR

One more question. Sorry, it's my first time staying here and I'm getting excited. Is there a good place to find out when there might be conventions going on here?

No to tipping at the Pepper Market. It works just like any other food court now.

Google Buzz and Coronado Springs. He lists conventions there.

 

[turkey1031]

No to tipping at the Pepper Market. It works just like any other food court now. Google Buzz and Coronado Springs. He lists conventions there.

I've been looking at that site all morning and I didn't realize there was a drop down menu for"home". Then I found the forums and some else asked the same question I did about the king rooms but it didn't sound like Buzz knew the answer. Also found out about the room refurbs that are gunna be starting soon. Didn't know about that.