Grand Californian Super Thread

[Juliah]

Thanks very much for the input on accessible rooms. The Disney reservationist didn't seem to know much about the accessible rooms (which is why I'm so glad to have places like this to ask questions), so even though technically we could have five people in the room, I still don't know what the bedding situation would be. I asked about the villas, but she said they are not included in the summer discount and that she couldn't book us one anyway because they can only be booked 60 days out. Does that sound right?

I think we are going to try calling again and see if we get someone who is more familiar with the options. Much as I'd like to stay at GC, I'm wondering about getting two rooms at the Paradise Pier instead of one at GC for probably not too much more money than the one at GC.

 

[blackjackdelta]

Thanks very much for the input on accessible rooms. The Disney reservationist didn't seem to know much about the accessible rooms (which is why I'm so glad to have places like this to ask questions), so even though technically we could have five people in the room, I still don't know what the bedding situation would be. I asked about the villas, but she said they are not included in the summer discount and that she couldn't book us one anyway because they can only be booked 60 days out. Does that sound right?

I think we are going to try calling again and see if we get someone who is more familiar with the options. Much as I'd like to stay at GC, I'm wondering about getting two rooms at the Paradise Pier instead of one at GC for probably not too much more money than the one at GC.

A 1 bedroom Villa was going for $1010 a night when I checked last. Good luck on your decision.

Jack

 

[Juliah]

Thanks, Jack. The one-bedroom sounds like it would be perfect for us, but I guess I'd better hope they sometimes discount those.

 

[blackjackdelta]

It must be a first come first serve basis but I don't understand why they would allow 5 people in a room that only sleeps 4 comfortably and not have a rollaway.

I'll call and post what I'm told...thanks Jack

My comfortable and yours may be different. The fire code dictates the sq ft and then hotel packing does the rest. You can not get a rollaway into a DQ standard. It would have to be very,very skinny.
Two adults, 3 kids, 10 or less fine but more than that you will be on top of each other unless someone spends alot of time in the head.

Jack

 

[Dopey's MIL]

Last year we asked for the DQ with daybed, did not get it. I can not see how 5 people could be comfortable especially if they are teens and adults. Very close quarters.

Jack

Had to kind of laugh to myself when the CM answered my question about the daybed with 2 queens...she said..."oh you should have no problem getting your request granted because you weren't real picky...like asking to be next to an elevator or south facing or near the stairs and overlooking downtown Disney, etc. It's those whose requests are many that have narrowed their room request."

So we'll see what we get...thanks Jack

 

[VallCopen]

We are booked for our second stay at GC and last time they had us way out in the boonies room 4 something. I almost had to call car service to get to our room Which are the closest standard rooms to the lobby? I definitely want to make a request for something a little closer this time

We stayed last year in a standard view and got rooms right above the entry doors which not only are about 100 sqft larger than other rooms but they also have the 2 queens and daybed. I believe there about 6-8 rooms per floor located there, they are also nice because they are just steps from the elevators. At first we were bummed we got a room so close to the elevators and looking over the parking valet but the front desk told us they were the largest, non suite rooms, so we went ahead and took it. They were nice and we could step right outside our room, sit in some chairs they had that looked down over the lobby and listen to the piano. Standard view but not standard room, compared to the others we have seen with park views and downtown Disney views.

 

[kj mom]

Are there any height or age restrictions for the larger waterslide?

 

[nunzia]

Thanks very much for the input on accessible rooms. The Disney reservationist didn't seem to know much about the accessible rooms (which is why I'm so glad to have places like this to ask questions), so even though technically we could have five people in the room, I still don't know what the bedding situation would be. I asked about the villas, but she said they are not included in the summer discount and that she couldn't book us one anyway because they can only be booked 60 days out. Does that sound right?

I think we are going to try calling again and see if we get someone who is more familiar with the options. Much as I'd like to stay at GC, I'm wondering about getting two rooms at the Paradise Pier instead of one at GC for probably not too much more money than the one at GC.

If I remember my DVC rules right, then I think so..I think DVC releases rooms to CRO at 60 days out.

 

[nunzia]

Are there any height or age restrictions for the larger waterslide?

I think they have to demonstrate swimming ability and no vests allowed.

 

[blackjackdelta]

If I remember my DVC rules right, then I think so..I think DVC releases rooms to CRO at 60 days out.

That is what I was told, one of the reasons to I decided to rent points besides the rediculous price.

Jack

 

[drag n' fly]

We stayed last year in a standard view and got rooms right above the entry doors which not only are about 100 sqft larger than other rooms but they also have the 2 queens and daybed. I believe there about 6-8 rooms per floor located there, they are also nice because they are just steps from the elevators. At first we were bummed we got a room so close to the elevators and looking over the parking valet but the front desk told us they were the largest, non suite rooms, so we went ahead and took it. They were nice and we could step right outside our room, sit in some chairs they had that looked down over the lobby and listen to the piano. Standard view but not standard room, compared to the others we have seen with park views and downtown Disney views.

Thanks very much for the good info!

 

[Juliah]

I think they have to demonstrate swimming ability and no vests allowed.

Thanks, Nunzia! I think I'm going to put the 60-day mark on my calendar and cross my fingers.

 

[JoRo]

Just wanted to share what a GREAT experience I had with VGC, or if just staying in hotel

We were thinking about renting a car for 1 day to do some grocery shopping.

So called to see if there is a car rental in the hotel, well there is Alamo in Downtown Disney so good to note.

the hotel said to order from Vons, but if you have alcohol you need to be there to sign for it.

Then said our son can not have dairy and that vons doesnt carry the hemp milk we need from him (this is better for kids, then rice or soy). He actually transferred me to the whitewater store and they are looking into doing a special order for us - so that we dont have to haul 8-9 quarts down on the airplane -

So if you have a special order that you really must have and know you may not be able to find it in the local area make sure you check out the option to special order through the hotel -

Of course we do not know the cost yet but it was a wonderful option!

 

[Shay1]

We just got back from a stay with our two kids, we didn't put in any specific room requests but we got a room with bunk beds. There is a trundle under the lower bunk bed so 5 people would have plenty of sleeping room in that type of room. Not sure there would be a lot of moving around room but at least everyone would have a bed!

 

[blackjackdelta]

BUMP

 

[DmaxHawk]

Hi all, just got back from our trip to DL so I haven't been on here for a while. Can't wait to catch up. Post back a little later.

 

[HydroGuy]

I scanned the first two pages but did not take the time to read all 12. So I may have repeat questions.

I booked a GCH room with theme park view for July. Here are my questions:

1. Which rooms and floors are considered theme park view?

2. Are there any rooms or floors I should request that are better than others?

 

[Slappy White]

My question is somewhat similar to Hydro Guy's. We're considering booking club level for our August trip. It seems like there are only two classes of rooms for club level: standard or park view. Can you request DTD view on the 6th floor? My kids will be bummed if they don't get bunkbeds again, does anyone know if there are bunkbeds on the club level?

 

[Nonsuch]

It seems like there are only two classes of rooms for club level: standard or park view. Can you request DTD view on the 6th floor? My kids will be bummed if they don't get bunkbeds again, does anyone know if there are bunkbeds on the club level?

The concierge rooms I've stayed in have been on the 6th floor near the lounge. I assume all the rooms are near the lounge, although some are on the 5th floor. The DTD rooms might be too far from the lounge to be used as concierge.

Our favorite room was a 6th floor theme park view (above Storytellers), with a view of both the pool and the Sun Wheel (Mikey's Fun Wheel) in the distance. This room had bunkbeds.

 

[nunzia]

..our concierge level room had a view of the parking lot....