Resort Thread Disney's CORONADO SPRINGS Resort

[kdka421]

Is there a thread on the latest offerings for club level?

FYI I just posted some comments and photos in the club level thread

 

[Jasper07]

I am stressing out over the transportation the morning of our MK day. We have an 8:30 am reservation at Crystal Palace and want to make sure we aren't late. We normally stay at Poly and can just hop on the Monorail (or at a resort with just one bus stop.) We will be staying in the tower....What should I expect out of the bus service. Should I plan on using the Minnie Van service that morning? If we go the bus route how early should we be at the stop?

 

[SkyGuy]

I am stressing out over the transportation the morning of our MK day. We have an 8:30 am reservation at Crystal Palace and want to make sure we aren't late. We normally stay at Poly and can just hop on the Monorail (or at a resort with just one bus stop.) We will be staying in the tower....What should I expect out of the bus service. Should I plan on using the Minnie Van service that morning? If we go the bus route how early should we be at the stop?

The only time I’ve had issue with the bus system at CSR is the day of the marathon, but transportation in general that day is a logistical nightmare. If you want to make sure you get on the bus (ie, it’s super crowded during your visit for some reason), walk to Casitas as that’s the first stop unless things have changed recently. You’ll have to complete the loop before taking off for the park, but at least you’ll be on the bus.

 

[kylenne]

I am stressing out over the transportation the morning of our MK day. We have an 8:30 am reservation at Crystal Palace and want to make sure we aren't late. We normally stay at Poly and can just hop on the Monorail (or at a resort with just one bus stop.) We will be staying in the tower....What should I expect out of the bus service. Should I plan on using the Minnie Van service that morning? If we go the bus route how early should we be at the stop?

You will not have a problem getting on the bus at the tower at the time of morning you'll want to be up early enough to make your reservation--that is roughly the usual time for Early Entry so I would aim to be at the stop by at 7:30 at the very latest. I never had an issue rope dropping MK from the tower and door to door it's a very short ride. Peak times are later in the morning as stragglers start waking up.

 

[mickey916]

We've been looking forward to getting the Giant Pretzel at El Mercado de Coronado but noticed last night it is gone from the online menu. Anyone going soon that can confirm? We're headed down in 2 weeks...

 

[HollyMD]

We were there the week of March 17th, and the pretzels were gone. My husband had planned to have the cinnamon one but they didn’t have either any more

 

[mickey916]

We were there the week of March 17th, and the pretzels were gone. My husband had planned to have the cinnamon one but they didn’t have either any more

Oh I was afraid they were gone! We were fortunate enough to try the cinnamon one in December and it was on our must do list for our trip starting in a few weeks. We were hoping to do the half pepperoni pizza/half cinnamon hack this time. My DH is hoping that they change their minds and bring it back by the end of April...doubtful...it was great while it lasted...

 

[HollyMD]

I agree, we hope they go back to them as well!

 

[Sweettears]

The only time I’ve had issue with the bus system at CSR is the day of the marathon, but transportation in general that day is a logistical nightmare. If you want to make sure you get on the bus (ie, it’s super crowded during your visit for some reason), walk to Casitas as that’s the first stop unless things have changed recently. You’ll have to complete the loop before taking off for the park, but at least you’ll be on the bus.

I just returned from CSR and totally agree with this. We stayed in the tower and saw this as normal practice. However on several occasions the tower was the first stop for pickup without rhyme or reason. However if you follow the advise of the Skyat worst you’ll be the second stop.

I never found the bus stop at the tower as being overly crowded.

 

[Olaf63]

If a bus fills up at the other stops, they will send another directly to the tower.

 

[CaroM8]

If you have stayed at both.. how does CSR compare to CBR in terms of resort size and how spread out it is? We've stayed at CBR and yes it's big, but we really enjoyed it anyway!
Is CSR relatively same size?

 

[Olaf63]

CSR is round and they added bridges across the lake to help with the walking where CBR is oblong and the walks seem longer. But they are both big

 

[jesserina]

Using quick service dining credits at el Mercado and Siestas Cantina…

Has anyone used them there lately and gotten alcoholic drinks with the meal credit? I’m wondering if they have any restrictions.

 

[GsR80]

I am stressing out over the transportation the morning of our MK day. We have an 8:30 am reservation at Crystal Palace and want to make sure we aren't late. We normally stay at Poly and can just hop on the Monorail (or at a resort with just one bus stop.) We will be staying in the tower....What should I expect out of the bus service. Should I plan on using the Minnie Van service that morning? If we go the bus route how early should we be at the stop?

I'd get a Minnie Van as the price is worth not having to stress to me.

 

[Olaf63]

I am stressing out over the transportation the morning of our MK day. We have an 8:30 am reservation at Crystal Palace and want to make sure we aren't late. We normally stay at Poly and can just hop on the Monorail (or at a resort with just one bus stop.) We will be staying in the tower....What should I expect out of the bus service. Should I plan on using the Minnie Van service that morning? If we go the bus route how early should we be at the stop?

No need to spend the extra money. Buses start very early and run well. Just get to a stop by 7:15-7:30am.

 

[JM_97]

I'll be at Coronado Springs soon for a short little trip! It'll be my first time staying there so I'm looking forward to it!

I did want to ask - what do you recommend for lunch upon check in? We have plans the first night, but want to spend some time just hanging out and settling in at Coronado first.

 

[Sweettears]

I’ve eaten at 3 Bridges but I’m not sure what time they open.

 

[JM_97]

I’ve eaten at 3 Bridges but I’m not sure what time they open.

Looks like they don't open for lunch. Might just do Rix or quick service

 

[DWillowBay]

I'll be at Coronado Springs soon for a short little trip! It'll be my first time staying there so I'm looking forward to it!

I did want to ask - what do you recommend for lunch upon check in? We have plans the first night, but want to spend some time just hanging out and settling in at Coronado first.

Don't rule out Siestas over at the pool. A walk around the lake with a stop at Siestas for lunch ... that would be a good day for me.

 

[Sweettears]

Don't rule out Siestas over at the pool. A walk around the lake with a stop at Siestas for lunch ... that would be a good day for me.

My daughter and her family ate lunch at the pool on departure day. Surprisingly good menu as well as tasty food.i think she had fish tacos