Grand Californian Super Thread

[BunnieGene]

Resubscribing...if I don't actually post something the subscription doesn't work

 

[mrswh]

So there is somewhere from which to see fireworks - but did anyone answer whether WOC can be seen from anywhere at the GCH? It seems kind of far . . .

 

[soaringirl]

I'm so happy today!! I had a reservation with the DLH, but when all the construction began, I wanted to booked the GCH, but no standard rooms available. Today I found one available and now my reservation has changed!
I can't believe we're truly staying there! This is our first DL vacation, and we'll do it in style
I'm sooo happy

 

[KCmike]

I'm so happy today!! I had a reservation with the DLH, but when all the construction began, I wanted to booked the GCH, but no standard rooms available. Today I found one available and now my reservation has changed!
I can't believe we're truly staying there! This is our first DL vacation, and we'll do it in style
I'm sooo happy

You won't regret it. Have Fun!

 

[KCmike]

 

[mika911]

I'm so happy today!! I had a reservation with the DLH, but when all the construction began, I wanted to booked the GCH, but no standard rooms available. Today I found one available and now my reservation has changed!
I can't believe we're truly staying there! This is our first DL vacation, and we'll do it in style
I'm sooo happy

You're going to enjoy bein so close. Makes it easy to go back and forth. You'll be a pro in no time.

 

[soaringirl]

You won't regret it. Have Fun!

Thanks, your photos are soo great, they really make me want to be there RIGHT NOW!

You're going to enjoy bein so close. Makes it easy to go back and forth. You'll be a pro in no time.

That'll be sooo great.. .after being a "master" with the WDW transportation system, this will be amazing! I can't imagine being just right at the parks!

 

[soaringirl]

Which view do you recommend me for a quiet Standard Room? the garden?

 

[BunnieGene]

Which view do you recommend me for a quiet Standard Room? the garden?

We always ask for a monorail garden view... Very peaceful

 

[3TinksAndAnEeyore]

We always ask for a monorail garden view... Very peaceful

Do you ask when you get there or do you request for it to be put on your reservation before you get there? When you've gotten it in the past, do you remember what your arrival time was?

 

[mika911]

You would call the reservation line and ask to put in your request. This is actually the better chance because they assign rooms a couple days ahead of time.

Are you going in a busy time of year? If it wasn't a busy time, I might not put a request for a view in case they wanted to upgrade you.

If you aren't concerned with that or it's still a busy time, go ahead and put the request for what you'd like.

The view will either be the courtyards or facing out towards Disneyland Drive/Parking lot.

However, there are so many trees that you'll likely not see too much of the courtyard or Disneyland Drive. It's all very peaceful to me though.

 

[Jenna319]

I also switched from DLH to GCH. First time staying on-site at DLR, as we are pros at WDW. Cannot wait to be sooo close to the parks!!! Its going to be a dream! Have a great trip soaringirl!

 

[my2boyz]

Just wondering what the 1 bedroom parlour suite includes as far as sleeping arrangements and kitchenette. Can't decide if we should get this or 2 joining rooms for 3 adults 2 kids and an infant.

 

[BunnieGene]

Do you ask when you get there or do you request for it to be put on your reservation before you get there? When you've gotten it in the past, do you remember what your arrival time was?

We've always put it on our reservation before we got there...and arrived from early afternoon to late at night...guess it isn't a highly sought after view

 

[soaringirl]

I also switched from DLH to GCH. First time staying on-site at DLR, as we are pros at WDW. Cannot wait to be sooo close to the parks!!! Its going to be a dream! Have a great trip soaringirl!

I don't think we qualify as WDW pros.. we've been there 5 times in the last 10 years (3 with the kids ) but we're not so far from that title, I know my way around!! So like you, I'm pretty excited for DL now! it's going to be indeed a dream to be so close! Thank you for your good wishes, you'll be there soon, have a blast!!!

 

[fidoprincess]

What is the phone number to get the front desk in case someone has to call us while we are staying there? Every number I try gets a recording and select for reservations, etc.. Is there a direct number? Thanks.

 

[KCmike]

Welcome to the Grand Californian. The front doors...

 

[fidoprincess]

Beautiful photo KCMike! Thanks for posting. I heard that many people miss the doors because they are frequently open when it is busy so we'll be sure to look at them.

I found the answer to my own question before and it is the number I called before. You just have to stay on the line for an operator and they will ask for the guests name to reach you. It is (714)635-2300.

I also called the preregistration number just to check for Monday and it gives you a couple of options but you just stay on the line to preregister and they are clear that it is only for preregistration. It is the number PrincessIM posted before "Simply call us at (714)300-7210 two hours before your arrival (on your arrival date)."

I just entered all the phone numbers into my cell including dining and am finishing the last bit of packing. We leave tomorrow for the long drive and check into the GC Monday! So excited....

 

[mrswh]

Anyone have a suggestion re: room request for a standard concierge room? I'm not familiar with the location of these rooms at all. Thanks!

 

[CrazyDuck]

Anyone have a suggestion re: room request for a standard concierge room? I'm not familiar with the location of these rooms at all. Thanks!

Standard view rooms are limited to either Disneyland Drive/valet or Courtyard/monorail. The latter of the 2 is preferable!