Grand Californian Super Thread

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Hmmm..I had a Concierge room with a view of a meticulously tidy valet parking area...

I remembered reading your post a while back about that. Then when I read that concierge description it thought, "hmmm, is the parking lot called the Brisa Courtyard?". You have to admit it is kind of tree-filled.

 

[Toraliina]

Does anyone know whether GCH provides toiletries like toothbrushes, soap, showercaps etc?

thanks!

 

[nunzia]

I remembered reading your post a while back about that. Then when I read that concierge description it thought, "hmmm, is the parking lot called the Brisa Courtyard?". You have to admit it is kind of tree-filled.

Yes, I think it did have a daybed. It was a blast staying Concierge..we used that lounge ALOT. I had DP to burn up from DVC VGC purchase and since they weren't open yet I could use points at the hotel and wanted to use them all since they would expire and TADA! Concierge..loads of fun. It was right before the first Expo and they must have a suite up there some where because there was Disney security blocking a door all the time. I always wonder who was staying there that popped up at the Expo: Nic Cage, John Travolta, Robin Williams, Johnny Depp??

 

[TahoeMom]

Does anyone know whether GCH provides toiletries like toothbrushes, soap, showercaps etc?

thanks!

No toothbrushes in the room but I bet you could get one if you called down and said you forgot one. There were shower caps, a bar of soap, a shoe shine cloth and bottles of shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and bath wash.

 

[Toraliina]

thanks! Just wanted to know what kind of stuff I needed to pack!

 

[nunzia]

..just FYI...that shoeshine cloth is great on 100+ degree days if you get it wet and hang it around your neck..just sayin...

 

[sonjaandsue]

I saw a post that stated there are DVD players in every room but the official site seems to indicate that only Concierge rooms have them. Does anyone know? Thanks. Starting to pack for our first stay - only 7 days away!

 

[XMom]

Yes, there are players in each room. If you are staying concierge or in the villas you can get movies go watch for free. If you are just in a normal room, then you might want to bring one or two of your favorites.

 

[sonjaandsue]

Yes, there are players in each room. If you are staying concierge or in the villas you can get movies go watch for free. If you are just in a normal room, then you might want to bring one or two of your favorites.

Thank you! We will be packing some new DVDs!

 

[rentayenta]

Anyone know how much the plush robes cost from the GCH? I know once my kids wear them for 3 days they'll want to keep them. It will also be hard to say no.

 

[nunzia]

Anyone know how much the plush robes cost from the GCH? I know once my kids wear them for 3 days they'll want to keep them. It will also be hard to say no.

Do they have kids robes? IMO the robes are not plush and I think they have changed them. When I first stayed there in 2001 I LOVED the robes and intended on buying one..the visit I decided to actually spring for one they seemed much..stiffer and not snuggly. They have always been the waffle material, but they don't seem soft anymore. I believe they are $85.00

 

[specialks]

Question about the GCH pool...we are headed there for the 23rd-26th and hoping to visit the pool on Tues before the party. I just saw the weather forecast is 90 on that day (ugh, I'm a Seattle girl and that's hot!), so my question is, are you able to find places around the pool to sit or is it impossible? I see lots of talk about cabanas, but I'm sure my DH wouldn't go for that splurge, and I have 2 young kids so I don't think it would be a good option for us anyway.

 

[TahoeMom]

Question about the GCH pool...we are headed there for the 23rd-26th and hoping to visit the pool on Tues before the party. I just saw the weather forecast is 90 on that day (ugh, I'm a Seattle girl and that's hot!), so my question is, are you able to find places around the pool to sit or is it impossible? I see lots of talk about cabanas, but I'm sure my DH wouldn't go for that splurge, and I have 2 young kids so I don't think it would be a good option for us anyway.

It probably depends on the day and the heat but the GCH has lots of pool lounge chairs - and they are the best lounge chairs I have ever seen at a pool - very comfortable! We went to the pool on Sunday 10/2 - the weather was warm but not terribly hot - and we easily found lounge chairs. We had our choice of sun or shade. There are 3 pools (all right next to each other) so if you have a specific place you want to sit, that may be more difficult, but if you don't have a strong preference, you will probably not have too much difficulty.

 

[rentayenta]

Do they have kids robes? IMO the robes are not plush and I think they have changed them. When I first stayed there in 2001 I LOVED the robes and intended on buying one..the visit I decided to actually spring for one they seemed much..stiffer and not snuggly. They have always been the waffle material, but they don't seem soft anymore. I believe they are $85.00

That makes me sad but thank for the info. I thought they had kids robes. Maybe I should call but even if they have them, I can't fathom spending $85 per waffly robe.

 

[DizMe]

We just got back from a stay at GCH Oct 13-15. It was awesome!!!! We were in a 'premium theme park view' room, which was on the 4th floor overlooking GRR. There is an elevator bank in that wing that I did not know about! It was extremely convenient compared to the rooms I've stayed in in the past, where you have to walk a mile just to get to the elevator or you take a 'secret' door out of the wing that you are only allowed to use to exit, not re-enter. This elevator bank comes out in a small foyer right next to Napa Rose, and can be accessed in either direction. You're near the pool, the lobby, and between Napa Rose and Storyteller's. The entrance to DCA is right next door! It was a great location.

Also wanted to mention that we asked for a taxi voucher and were given one at Guest Services. It is good for any of the nearby airports at various flat rates. I can't remember what the rate was for LAX, but SNA was only $32.

 

[cypressmom]

We just returned from a 3 night stay. We LOVED the GCH!!! I reserved a standard room and asked for a king. When we arrived, they had a room available with 2 queens, but said if we didn't find waiting, a king would open up. We went to lunch at Naples and before lunch was over, I had a text saying our room was ready. We were in 6131 and loved it. We had a view of paradise Pier, the DLH and part of DTD.

It is the second to last room in the hallway. We were in our room when the Halloween fireworks went off and I could see a speck of them from my balcony, so I walked to the end of the hallway and could see them perfectly. Loved it. The room was so quiet and I didn't think a far walk to the elevator. Everyone was so helpful and kind. I don't think I could ever stay off-site again.

 

[rentayenta]

Also wanted to mention that we asked for a taxi voucher and were given one at Guest Services. It is good for any of the nearby airports at various flat rates. I can't remember what the rate was for LAX, but SNA was only $32.

This is terrific, thanks!!!!

 

[WorldofColor]

I have Premium Theme Park room reserved for December and was wondering if this included one of those pool and theme park view. They recently switched up the view types and now I am real confused. So does Premium View room include pool view because I really one complete theme park view room.

 

[DizMe]

I have Premium Theme Park room reserved for December and was wondering if this included one of those pool and theme park view. They recently switched up the view types and now I am real confused. So does Premium View room include pool view because I really one complete theme park view room.

They now have the option of Premium Theme Park or Premium Pool/Resort view. If you told them theme park, that should be the view you get. Premium just means it's on a higher floor so less likely to be obstructed by trees, though our premium room on the 4th floor (overlooking GRR) was pretty obstructed. Floors 4, 5, 6 are the premium floors, so if you can, request the highest floor possible.

We were right next door to a suite, which was at the end of the hallway. It would have had views of both the park and the pool. That would be awesome! For just a brief moment, as we were headed to the end of the hall, I had this hope that we'd been given the suite...

 

[WorldofColor]

Oh cool! Does that mean it guarantees me 4th to 6th floor room with theme park view and not pool view if I got premium theme park room? Thank you!