Grand Californian Super Thread

[WorldofColor]

Anybody?

 

[gmi3804]

Do the VGC rooms have the in-wall type of air conditioners or is it central air? We like to run a fan for white noise while we sleep and I'm wondering if we need to bring a small fan with us.

This may be too late for you, but for other white mouse fans out there, there are a number of white noise apps for your mobile device, many of them free. Sure beats lugging a fan or a white noise machine around. For the iPhone, Sleep Pillow is free and includes some basic sounds; you can pay a little more for a larger variety of sounds.

(I do not work for Sleep Pillow! )

 

[Peace Mickey Lovers]

Can someone advise me on a good room location near an elevator in the DVC of GCV? I would love to be able to see the park or WOC out our window if thats pollsible too.
Thanks Lisa

 

[BunnieGene]

This may be too late for you, but for other white mouse fans out there, there are a number of white noise apps for your mobile device, many of them free. Sure beats lugging a fan or a white noise machine around. For the iPhone, Sleep Pillow is free and includes some basic sounds; you can pay a little more for a larger variety of sounds.

(I do not work for Sleep Pillow! )

Thank you so much for the suggestion... Downloading the app now!

 

[gmi3804]

Can someone advise me on a good room location near an elevator in the DVC of GCV? I would love to be able to see the park or WOC out our window if thats pollsible too.
Thanks Lisa

Actually, I'm interested in this too. I'll be staying at GCV in early November in a rented-points Studio. Looking at the DVC floor plan posted early in this thread, it looks like there aren't that many studios on each floor. It probably doesn't matter where I am, but it's nice to know if there are any preferred tiers. Thanks!

 

[DizMe]

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!

Well...supposedly, yes, but DLR pretty much NEVER guarantees anything when it comes to rooms

When I made our reservation, though, the CM assured me that if that's what I'd booked, that's what I'd get. I called back to confirm that with another CM and was told the same. However, if the hotel is completely booked and you come in late, I am not sure what you'd find. If you did not get what you paid for (which would be 4-6 floor--I think they allow themselves the option of putting you in another premium view if one of your type isn't available), be sure to ask for a supervisor. They will make it right for you, either with a different room or some perks to make it up to you.

 

[WorldofColor]

Well...supposedly, yes, but DLR pretty much NEVER guarantees anything when it comes to rooms

When I made our reservation, though, the CM assured me that if that's what I'd booked, that's what I'd get. I called back to confirm that with another CM and was told the same. However, if the hotel is completely booked and you come in late, I am not sure what you'd find. If you did not get what you paid for (which would be 4-6 floor--I think they allow themselves the option of putting you in another premium view if one of your type isn't available), be sure to ask for a supervisor. They will make it right for you, either with a different room or some perks to make it up to you.

Thank you for your help! You rock!

 

[blackjackdelta]

DD has decided she wants to go to Disney College since the local U is affliated with the program so it locks like i am going to find points for a rental for mid-august. I think it will be harder and more expensive.


Jack

 

[DmaxHawk]

DD has decided she wants to go to Disney College since the local U is affliated with the program so it locks like i am going to find points for a rental for mid-august. I think it will be harder and more expensive.


Jack

Jack, where is the College located?

 

[gmi3804]

What are the current parking rates for DVC guests staying on points? Is self-parking still free?

 

[blackjackdelta]

Jack, where is the College located?

The actual living quarters are about 4 blocks a way, but the college is in the park itself, more like an internship to Disney operations for a semester. Washing State University is one of the 20 affliates across the states that provides credits for doing this. She want to be a Disney exec. She is 18 and in her Junior year at this time. 4.0 GA thru HS and now college so I think she has a chance.
The is a Disney College thread on the big main board..trust me, I am a virgin about this subject, much more to learn.

Have a great day,

Jack

 

[Nonsuch]

What are the current parking rates for DVC guests staying on points? Is self-parking still free?

Yes, self-parking is free for VGC guests staying on points

 

[gmi3804]

Yes, self-parking is free for VGC guests staying on points

Thanks!

 

[Nonsuch]

Can someone advise me on a good room location near an elevator in the DVC of GCV? I would love to be able to see the park or WOC out our window...

There is set of elevators at the entrance of the VGC wing, so all the villas are close
The park side villas nearest the elevators do have a good view of WOC

...it looks like there aren't that many studios on each floor.

The VGC is a small wing of the hotel, so there are only a few of each villa type on each floor

Floorplans and lots more information:
The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners & Lovers Group - 2.0

 

[grandfloluver]

ok, so i have a question! My family have been to DLR and stayed at the GC about two years ago, and we are planning another trip this July. We had a wonderful view of the WOC and DCA. And for the life of me, I can't think of the room number we had, or section we were in. Does anyone happen to know what area that a room with a WOC view is in? Thanks a million!

Oh, and sorry if this has been asked before....i haven't read all the pages yet.

 

[Nonsuch]

...Does anyone happen to know what area that a room with a WOC view is in?

The VGC have the best views of WOC.
If you were in a hotel room, the even number rooms x240-x250 face the park. Only the upper floors (5,4,3) and closer to x240 will have a view of WOC. Room 5240 is directly below the WOC viewing patio on the 6th floor.

 

[grandfloluver]

The VGC have the best views of WOC.
If you were in a hotel room, the even number rooms x240-x250 face the park. Only the upper floors (5,4,3) and closer to x240 will have a view of WOC. Room 5240 is directly below the WOC viewing patio on the 6th floor.

Ok! Well, thanks! This has helped me a ton!

 

[kailuagirl]

Is there a microwave anywhere on the property that guests can use? Last year my DD wanted to eat popcorn as we watched a movie in our room and a bag of microwave popcorn would have been perfect

 

[jacs1234]

I think that I've got this right, but I'd love some confirmation from someone who actually knows what they're talking about, cause really, I have no clue.

We have booked a premium view suite at the Grand and the view we would really like is over the Grizzly River Rapids and the REdwood Creek challenge area. This is my dh's favourite part of DCA. To get these rooms I would have to request rooms in the #333 - 355 or 327 - 414? Is that right? How do you ask for that?

We get there the day after thanksgiving so I'm pretty certain that all the good views will be taken already but I'll try anyway.

 

[Nonsuch]

Is there a microwave anywhere on the property that guests can use?

There is a microwave available in Whitewater Snacks