Disney's WILDERNESS LODGE Information & Questions

[lotsohugginbear]

to the New Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort Information and Questions
Thread!





Table of Contents:
Click on Links Below

Post 1: Intro to Wilderness Lodge Resort
Post 2: FAQ
Post 3: Resort Maps
Post 4: Resort Amenities
Post 5: Dining
Post 6: Lodge Rooms, Boulder Ridge and Copper Creek accommodations
Post 7: Club Level
Post 8: Link to closed thread
Post 9: Link to DVC threads
Post 10: Recreation Calendar

Much thanks and content acknowledgement to WDWKOOK who managed the Wilderness Lodge Thread for many years!

 

[lotsohugginbear]

Post 1: Introduction to Wilderness Lodge Resort:

From WDW:

Escape to the rustic majesty of America’s Great Northwest. Inspired by turn-of-the-century National Park lodges, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge celebrates American craftsmanship and honors the beauty of the untamed wilderness. Soak in the splendor of the great outdoors, from nature trails through pine forests to rocking chairs that overlook a murmuring creek. Inside, discover towering totem poles, headdresses and more, and enjoy the rustic elegance of the stone hearth and roaring fireplace.



Opening on May 28, 1994, Disneys Wilderness Lodge was inspired by the Great American Northwest National Park lodges from the turn of the 20th century. It is an architecturally grand Disney Deluxe Resort honoring American craftsmanship and artistry, and celebrates the majesty of the unspoiled wilderness.

Designed by architect Peter H. Dominick, Jr., who also designed Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and the Grand Californian, the theme of being in harmony with nature winds through the lodge, inside and out. Authentic décor and genuine artifacts pay homage to ancient Native American cultures and the pioneering spirit of early American explorers.

A 10-foot totem near the Wilderness Lodge Mercantile features some famous animals. Disney character Humphrey Bear stands at the base and supports Donald Duck. Lodge legend has it that rubbing Humphrey Bear's black nose brings good luck.

Contact Information:
Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Boulder Ridge Villas and Copper Creek Villas and Cabins is located on Bay Lake in the Magic Kingdom Resort area.

Disney's Wilderness Lodge
901 Timberline Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Phone: (407) 824-3200

~Check-in is after 3:00 for WL guests and after 4:00 for DVC guests
~Check-out is before 11:00

 

[lotsohugginbear]

Post 2: FAQ

Parking:
Standard overnight self-parking is available to registered guests for no charge.
Valet parking is available for a charge of $33 per night. (sales tax included)
Day guests are welcome to park free of charge to enjoy dining, shopping and entertainment. NOTE: Day guests may be asked for a dining reservation confirmation to be allowed to enter the parking lot.

Transportation:
Watercraft -- travels between Wilderness Lodge and Magic Kingdom.
Bus -- with stops for all theme parks, water parks and Disney Springs. Note: Wilderness Lodge sometimes shares buses with the Contemporary Resort. This is very likely at off hours but may
also happen in the mornings as well. If sharing, Wilderness Lodge is the first stop, then Contemporary.
There is a bus which runs on a loop from the Wilderness Lodge
to the Fort Wilderness Resort. This is approximately every 20 minutes. Ask the bus driver for the stop to get to Hoop-De-Doo Musical Revue and Trail's End restaurant.
Walkway to Fort Wilderness Campground and Resort:
Currently unavailable.

 

[lotsohugginbear]

Post 3: Resort Map

 

[lotsohugginbear]

POST 4: Resort Amenities

Amenities at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

• Wi-Fi Service (complimentary wi-fi access in guest rooms, main lobbies and main pools)
• Dining Options (table service, quick service and poolside service)
• Designated Smoking Areas
• Luggage Service (luggage assistance, valet parking assistance, dry cleaning)
• Valet and Self-Parking
• 24-Hour ATM (near the front desk)
• Front Desk Service (banking and mail)
• Housekeeping Service (thorough cleaning in between desks, modified service every other day, bed sheets changed every 4th night and play yard cribs, additional pillows, disability aids, towel and amenity replenishment upon request)
• Ice and Vending Machines
• Laundry Self-Service (near Roaring Fork directly across from the elevators)
• Concierge Service (purchase tickets, upgrade tickets, special requests)
• Spa and Health Club
• Room Service
• Safekeeping (in-room safes with safe-keeping boxes available at Front Desk)
• Rapid Fill (refillable mugs)
• Wake-up Call Service
• Disability Service (mobility, hearing, visual and service animal accommodations; call 407-939-7807)
• Transportation Service (complimentary bus and boat service)

Pools:

Copper Creek Springs Pool​

Follow the bubbling Copper Creek to discover a dazzling heated pool surrounded by nature. Here, you can zip down an exciting 67-foot waterslide built into rocks and relax in hot and cold whirlpool spas.
Children can have a blast exploring the newly added activity play area. Nearby, Geyser Point Bar & Grilloffers refreshments and snacks for you to savor at a patio table or on a lounge chair by the pool.

Boulder Ridge Cove Pool​

Bask in the laid-back charm of this watery oasis nestled within the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge. At this location, you can soak in the whirlpool spa, enjoy a swim in the zero-depth entry pool or score a first come, first served spot at one of 6 shaded seating areas.

 

[lotsohugginbear]

POST 5: Dining

Whispering Canyon Cafe
Offering more than just skillets and sandwiches, the wait staff serves up crazy antics and good old-fashioned fun to each table. Expect a meal engulfed in a boisterous setting and be ready for a few pranks as well. Open for breakfast 7:30am-11:30am (platters, omelets, waffles and pancakes); Open for lunch 11:45am-2:30pm (platters, salads, sandwiches, chicken and burgers); Open for dinner 5pm-10pm (platters, a la carte menu options)

Story Book Dining at Artist Point
is located just off the lobby and features Storybook Dining at dinner where guests are invited to wander into an Enchanted Forest-like setting that was inspired by Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Guests will enjoy visits from Snow White, Dopey, and Grumpy while they dine. Music and activities in the dining room will assist in bringing the timeless fairytale to life. Guests will also have the opportunity to have an “encounter with The Queen.”

Dinner is a prix fixe menu, including shared starters, a choice of individual plated entrees, and ‘sweet spells’ to top off the meal


Roaring Fork
Open for breakfast 7am-11am (breakfast platters, waffles, pancakes, pastries, fruit and cereal); Open for lunch and dinner 11am-11pm (salads, sandwiches, pasta, soup, grill items; flat-bread pizzas and chicken available until 11am)


Geyser Point Bar & Grill
Open 11am-12am
Open-air, pool-side quick service overlooking Bay Lake
appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, salads

Territory Lounge
Open 4:30pm-12am
Main lobby between Whispering Canyon Cafe and Artist Point
appetizers and cocktails

 

[lotsohugginbear]

Post 6: Lodge Rooms, Boulder Ridge Rooms, Copper Creek Rooms

Lodge and DVC accommodations

Standard rooms at the Wilderness Lodge come in several categories - standard and standard view king bed (views of the service areas, rooftop or parking areas), nature view and nature view king (Views of Landscape, Trees, or Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge), courtyard view and courtyard view king (Views of Courtyard, Pool, Waterfall or Bay Lake), nature fireworks view and nature fireworks view king (Views of Landscape or Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Partial View of Magic Kingdom Fireworks).

Rooms come with either two queen beds or one king bed.
Rooms have a mini fridge, ceiling fan, coffee maker with tea and Joffrey's coffee setup, hair dryer, safe, iron and ironing board, table and chairs, telephone, and television. As with many Disney resorts, the bathrooms at the Wilderness Lodge have a 'split' design - shower and commode in one room, with a split vanity outside the door. All rooms come standard with H20 shampoo, conditioner and body lotion. Full size versions of the toiletries are available for sale in the gift shop.

Note: Bed boards/rails and Pack 'n Play cribs are available upon request
Approximate number of rooms in the Lodge:
Standard View: 160; Woods View: 156 Courtyard View: 306, Club
Level Standard 22, Deluxe rooms 12, Honeymoon Suites 2, Yosemite Vice Presidential Suite 1. **

Handicap Accessible Rooms: Standard: 8, Woods View: 9 Courtyard View: 14
Note: Handicap-specific room locations differ according to the disability being accommodated.

For kids: Note: Bed boards/rails and Pack 'n Play cribs are available upon request.

** Edit to room numbers/types.

 

[lotsohugginbear]

POST 7: Club Level

CLUB LEVEL ROOM​

Approximate number of rooms in this category:

• Standard rooms: 22
• Deluxe rooms: 12
• Honeymoon Suites: 2
• Yosemite Vice Presidential Suite: 1

Maximum # people: Standard, Yosemite VP Suite, 4 people; Honeymoon Room: 2 people; Deluxe Room: 6 people, standard room: 4 people

Square Footage: Standard and Honeymoon Room: 340 sq. ft., Deluxe Room: 500 sq. ft., Yosemite VP Suite: 885 sq. ft.

Basic Room Contents: Suites come stocked with DVD players, complimentary sodas, flowers and a small amenities gift basket in addition to the equipment of standard rooms.

• Standard: 1 king bed; 2 queen beds
• Deluxe Room: 2 queen beds and 1 queen-sized sleeper sofa
• Yosemite VP Suite: 1 king bed and 1 queen-sized sleeper sofa

Club level rooms (also known as concierge level) at the Wilderness Lodge are (mostly) located on the resort's 6th floor. Club level guests have access to the club lounge, also known as the Old Faithful Club. The club is open from 7am to 10pm and serves continental breakfast in the morning, light snacks in the afternoons, as well as hot and cold hors d'oeuvres in the evening. Dessert and spirits are also served later in the evening. There are concierge cast members on duty during the day to assist guests with priority seating arrangements, the scheduling of Lightning Lane, and a host of other services.

The club lounge area extends around the perimeter of the 6th floor, offering unique views of the lobby below. It is important to note that club level rooms do not differ significantly from non-club level rooms throughout the resort, but they command a premium of anywhere from $100 - $250 per night depending on the time of year and type of room. You are paying for the exclusivity, as well as access to the lounge and services provided. Robes are provided in the rooms for use during your stay.

Old Faithful Club Hours:
Coffee: 6:30 a.m.-7:00
Continental breakfast 7:00-10:30
Refreshments 11-4:00
Hors-D'oeuvres 5:00-7:00
Cordials and Desserts: 8:00-10:00

The expansive seating area of the Old Faithful Club is open 24/7.
The food area is restricted to the hours above. You might, for example, find the food area open at 4:30 p.m., but it also might closed off for cleaning and switching over from snacks to hors
d'oeuvres.

Alcohol:
Beer and Wine are out from 5-7. There are two beers on tap plus beers in the cooler. Wines and sparkling wine are available as well.
From 5-7 the alcohol is self-serve with nicely chilled glasses in the cooler. The cordials (Kahlua, Grand Marnier, Frangelico, Baileys)
were either self-serve or served by an attendant.

Possible Hors D'oeuvres as of August 2022. It seems to be a three-night rotation.

Greek Salad (jar), coleslaw (jar), crudite, meats and cheeses, cornichon, corn dog nuggets, pulled pork with barbecue sauce,
shrimp fregole.

Orzo salad (jar), chicken and chick pea salad (jar), crudite, meats and cheeses, cornbread, brisket with spicy mustard, kids pasta with red meat sauce, ceviche.

Mushroom soup, slow smoked ribs, crudite, meats and cheeses,
lemon chicken garden salad (jar), housemate coleslaw (jar)

 

[lotsohugginbear]

POST 8: Link to closed thread

Old Wilderness Lodge Thread by WDWKOOK

 

[lotsohugginbear]

POST 8: Links to DVC threads: Copper Creek and VWL (Boulder Ridge)

The Official Copper Creek Villas & Cabins Owners & Lovers Group

VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread

 

[lotsohugginbear]

POST 10: Recreation Calendar

Link to Mrsap's resort recreation calendar thread

 

[lotsohugginbear]

HOLD

 

[lotsohugginbear]

HOLD

 

[lotsohugginbear]

Folks: Welcome to the new thread. I will keep working on it, but
I think there's enough to open it up. I may need to ask a few questions of the group. (Is there still a jogging trail?)

 

[disny_luvr]

Love the new thread! Thank you for all of your hard work!

 

[Disneybiginner]

Thank you for the updated new thread. Just booked a nature view room for 2 nights stay before our holiday cruise! I heard it is absolutely stunning during the holiday season! Can’t wait!

 

[VicarJT]

Thank you for opening a new thread. I know that maintaining it can be a lot of work, but it is so appreciated!

 

[EmilyGahr]

Woohoo a new thread! Checking in on 9/14/23 for the second half of our honeymoon after a week at the Yacht Club! Haven't stayed here since my first trip when I was 7, back in 2002!

 

[Wood Nymph]

Thank you for creating a new thread. We needed one.

Folks: Welcome to the new thread. I will keep working on it, but
I think there's enough to open it up. I may need to ask a few questions of the group. (Is there still a jogging trail?)

The jogging trail is still closed. It is overgrown and almost completely taken over by nature. There are many people who hope they bring it back someday.

 

[Love Ft Wilderness]

Thank you for creating a new thread. We needed one.


The jogging trail is still closed. It is overgrown and almost completely taken over by nature. There are many people who hope they bring it back someday.

My DH and I are two that keep wishing it would come back. We have contacted Disney in person AND by email on several occasions asking them to bring this back.

If they want to take our resort boat away, it's cheaper to make a trail between WL and FW like before. Look at what they did with the GF walkway to MK. I know why they originally removed it but now they can resurrect it with Reflections shelved for the foreseeable future.

Can you tell this has been a spur in my side?