(2014-2020) Disney's GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA + VILLAS Information & Questions

[Cluelyss]

I'll be there Sunday I'll see .

Thank you!!

 

[WishesQueen]

Hi! Does anyone know if the cabanas are by the kid's Alice in wonderland splash area? We are going down in May and am thinking about renting a cabana but it would be a huge bonus if it were by this area. Thanks for any information!

Sorry there not over there, their by the pool close to the restrooms. Honestly, you can't even see the splash area from the cabanas.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

But they aren't 'that far' from the splash area. We just decided to get one in April, will likely be making that walk back/forth a lot!

See map for context. The yellow circle is the cabanas. I haven't been to GF in a year so someone please correct me if things have changed.

 

[Wood Nymph]

Is there a way at night to see fireworks from beaches and pools, like the Poly.

I really enjoyed watching the fireworks from the GF. They pipe in the music in front of Gasparillas and the porch at Natcoossees. You can see the fireworks from the boat dock but you can't hear the music from there.

 

[LMO429]

Does anyone have a current times guide for the grand that shows monorail hours ??

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Does anyone have a current times guide for the grand that shows monorail hours ??

I use this site for the current Times Guide, they are usually pretty quick to post each week. Monorail hours are on that first page.

http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/p/weekly-walt-disney-world-times-guides.html

 

[MommyGina]

trishadono - Enjoy the GF! Safe travels! Enjoy your time with the girls.

 

[fitgirl36]

Sorry there not over there, their by the pool close to the restrooms. Honestly, you can't even see the splash area from the cabanas.

But they aren't 'that far' from the splash area. We just decided to get one in April, will likely be making that walk back/forth a lot!

See map for context. The yellow circle is the cabanas. I haven't been to GF in a year so someone please correct me if things have changed.

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Well darn. Thanks for the replies! I see alot of walking at the pool area too in our future if we decide to rent one.

 

[TJA]

Well darn. Thanks for the replies! I see alot of walking at the pool area too in our future if we decide to rent one.

It's really pretty compact - not as far as it might seem. I do wish they'd spread out the cabanas, though. It would be nice to have a choice to be near the splash pad, on the beach, or in the area where they are now...

 

[Mainebound]

Just returned from a wonderful stay. However, I have a serious billing issue. Can anyone help me figure out whom to call?

EDITED: I just checked and they removed the charge. yippee!! (and sorry for the mini-rant)

 

[merry_nbright]

Will be here for three nights for Labor Day weekend! Quick question, my mom has arthritis in her knees and I was wondering what would be the best room type to suggest when we do early check in? We have a Garden View. I would like something close to transportation, like the ferry boats or he monorail. Do they let us request ground floor? Thanks in advance!

 

[housetomouse]

Will be here for three nights for Labor Day weekend! Quick question, my mom has arthritis in her knees and I was wondering what would be the best room type to suggest when we do early check in? We have a Garden View. I would like something close to transportation, like the ferry boats or he monorail. Do they let us request ground floor? Thanks in advance!

In addition to getting a building close to transportation, I like to request a room close to the elevator, if not on the ground floor (at other resorts - I haven't stayed at GF yet!).

 

[BabyFu18]

Hi guys I have a question, I was looking at touring plans room views and when I put in the type of room we have booked it only pulls up one room at the whole resort that meets that criteria. We have a theme park view w/roll in shower room booked (at least that's what our reservation confirmation says) and the only room I'm finding on touring plans is a room on the first floor of Boca Chica, could that possibly be the only theme park view room with a roll in shower (that isn't CL)? I'm not putting any request in except 'connecting rooms' so it doesn't matter but I just thought it was interesting to look at room views and see only one for that booking category!

 

[dansdad]

Hi guys I have a question, I was looking at touring plans room views and when I put in the type of room we have booked it only pulls up one room at the whole resort that meets that criteria. We have a theme park view w/roll in shower room booked (at least that's what our reservation confirmation says) and the only room I'm finding on touring plans is a room on the first floor of Boca Chica, could that possibly be the only theme park view room with a roll in shower (that isn't CL)? I'm not putting any request in except 'connecting rooms' so it doesn't matter but I just thought it was interesting to look at room views and see only one for that booking category!

That tool is very inaccurate. No, that's not the only room with what you're looking for.

 

[texas200]

I read on another thread that cases of water at the Polynesian are reasonable. Around $7 I think. Is this true at the Grand Floridian as well? Thanks for any replies!

 

[Cluelyss]

I read on another thread that cases of water at the Polynesian are reasonable. Around $7 I think. Is this true at the Grand Floridian as well? Thanks for any replies!

That's what I've paid at several resorts. $6.99 for 24 12-oz bottles.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

That's what I've paid at several resorts. $6.99 for 24 12-oz bottles.

Plus the AP discount if applicable - which I ALWAYS tend to forget!

 

[MommyGina]

Page 3 rescue!

I came across the "goodnight cards" that we received the last time we were at the GF. Do CMs still put them out for turn down service? Are there still chocolates put out as well?

Yes, Blue, it is all about the food!

 

[WishesQueen]

WOW!!! Over by the Pandora FP thread trying to educate myself for next Friday. It looks like I'll be lucky if I get one of the two rides at a time that works for us. The kids really weren't interested but I convinced that it would be so nice to see something brand new. I have a feeling this is going to kick my butt...

Hope everyone is well!

 

[cinderellashosh]

Hey friends! Wanting to swing by Mizner's Lounge on our arrival day. Does anyone know the schedule for the High Society Orchestra? I want to be able to listen to the music and grab a drink at Mizner's!