Do you have to be DVC to stay at Saratoga Springs?

[MrsTink04]

I am researching a vacation for a friend. It will be two adults and two small children. They want a villa or studio and the WDW website brought up Saratoga Springs as an option. So, back to my question...do you have to be a DVC member to stay at Saratoga Springs?

Thanks!

 

[JimC]

No. Disney's reservation system can book room at the resort once they are released by SSR. That is done when poeple exchange so there is usually inventory.

 

[1000th happy haunt]

No you don't. You can book a room directly with CRO, or rent points from a member who will book the room through DVC Member Services.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Definitely have your friend look into renting points...it will be a lot cheaper than booking through CRO. And, it's even more attractive now that the dining plan can be added.

 

[MrShiny]

Here is an example of how renting oints might save.

If youcall CRO, a 1 bedroom villa at SSR for June 11-17 would be about $2700 (including tax).

That same room costs 189 points. At the going ate of about $10 a point, that's a savings of over $800.

Now if the trip is Sunday - Friday (say 6/11-6/16), then the savings is even more (Friday and Saturday nights cost a lot more points) - CRO: $2260, DVC rental: $1350 (135 points).

 

[Plutofan]

Based upon my rough caculations you will save anywhere from 20% - 67% off the Disney rack rate if you feel comfortable renting points. Renting points has risk on both sides so you need to feel comfortable.