Good last-minute solo hotel options during March Break?

[amie416]

I've extended my trip for a 2 nights after DH has to fly home, and I'd love any tips anyone has on what hotels to look for and where to find them last-minute. It’s peak season so availability on-site is slim-to-none, but I was able to secure ASM for just under $150/night.

That’s still pretty costy and I can cancel up to 5 days prior, so I was wondering if anyone can share tips or past experiences on how to get a good off-site deal last-minute. I don’t need a lot of amenities, but I’d like a room that is clean, comfortable and safe for a solo woman. Ideally, I’d like to find a place for under $100/night, including taxes, parking and fees. (I’ll have a rental car and my AP for free parking at the parks.)

Any suggestions on where to look for a Monday-Wednesday stay?

 

[NinaBella]

Look at Champion World Resort. We stayed there for a cheer competition. It was very basic, tile floor, but not bad. Very inexpensive. We also got a military rate. Their rack rate is usually under $70 a night. Our room was near the walkway to the parking lot and some rooms face the parking lot. I would specify to be facing interior and close to the lobby for added security.

https://www.championsworldresort.com/

 

[HopperFan]

What are the exact dates?

 

[amie416]

What are the exact dates?

March 12-14. Crowd-level 8-9 days, according to Touring Plans!

 

[HopperFan]

Yup, high rate dates. Not a lot of options for your price range.

Go to Mousesavers page for preferred hotels, Buena Vista Suites is in line at right around $100. Nice suites, close to Disney Springs so not a far drive, breakfast included.

There are a few non-Disney hotels popping up in the $130-140 range, but at that point you might as well stick to on property.

 

[amie416]

Yup, high rate dates. Not a lot of options for your price range.

Go to Mousesavers page for preferred hotels, Buena Vista Suites is in line at right around $100. Nice suites, close to Disney Springs so not a far drive, breakfast included.

There are a few non-Disney hotels popping up in the $130-140 range, but at that point you might as well stick to on property.

Buena Vista Suites looks pretty nice! But for my dates it's $119 plus taxes and fees, so only a savings of about $40 overall for the two nights. I'll have to think about that one. I think $20/night extra might be worth staying solo in the Disney bubble... at least for this short number of days.

Thanks for the recommendation!

 

[HopperFan]

Buena Vista Suites looks pretty nice! But for my dates it's $119 plus taxes and fees, so only a savings of about $40 overall for the two nights. I'll have to think about that one. I think $20/night extra might be worth staying solo in the Disney bubble... at least for this short number of days.

Thanks for the recommendation!

I agree with Disney, but at least you know the options offsite are not much better.

 

[NinaBella]

I put in dates check in March 14, check out March 16 and rack rate is $69.00 a night for the hotel I mentioned. There are some lower rates for AAA, military, etc.

 

[amie416]

I put in dates check in March 14, check out March 16 and rack rate is $69.00 a night for the hotel I mentioned. There are some lower rates for AAA, military, etc.

That’s weird.. when I checked it last time it showed no availability for my dates. Maybe it was a system glitch? Thanks for the mention... now it looks like it may be open for my dates!

 

[ibcindyb]

I hate Disney Value Resorts and will always choose Disney Springs instead.

 

[PrestonatorSR]

I've extended my trip for a 2 nights after DH has to fly home, and I'd love any tips anyone has on what hotels to look for and where to find them last-minute. It’s peak season so availability on-site is slim-to-none, but I was able to secure ASM for just under $150/night.

That’s still pretty costy and I can cancel up to 5 days prior, so I was wondering if anyone can share tips or past experiences on how to get a good off-site deal last-minute. I don’t need a lot of amenities, but I’d like a room that is clean, comfortable and safe for a solo woman. Ideally, I’d like to find a place for under $100/night, including taxes, parking and fees. (I’ll have a rental car and my AP for free parking at the parks.)

Any suggestions on where to look for a Monday-Wednesday stay?

We frequently use HOTWIRE to find great deals! As long as you are willing to pre-pay, you can get plenty of safe, decent hotels--including some with free breakfast for less--sometimes much less--than $100 a night. It's not really a blind search, either. You know the star-rating and often get an idea of what just booked at that rate.

 

[pooh2001]

I agree - I looked at the Values and we decided not a good value
Even though you are in WDW - the buses can get crowded, the beds are not comfortable, the walls are thin and you can hear your neighbors and groups stay at the values & some moderates, such as cheerleaders, pop football, yah yah groups.

So if DS hotels are less than moderates - we are looking into DS hotels.
DS hotels have a good rating for their buses - just know the 30 minute pick up times (ask the bus driver)
DS hotels, for the most part have great beds to sleep in and quiet rooms (best for a day in WDW)
And you can do lots of activities in DS if you do EMH AM in a park and back to DS by 3 PM.
Take a bus from a WDW resort to DS (CR for MK, YC/BC for EPCOT or HS, and from AK - either AKL or from AK it's self ? unsure best way)

Good luck on your choice