Help with Transportation

[GavinsMom04]

We are going to WDW in January. We're not staying at a Disney resort, but staying in Lake Buena Vista. Our hotel does have a shuttle, but we are traveling with a 4 year old and I'm a little concered about having a shuttle available when we "need" it.

We've been debating over renting a car for the week. I am concerned though over parking fees and crowds, etc.

My question is, for those that have done this before, what are you suggestions?? I've seen several people mention the Taxi's, but I wonder how much that would cost to use each day, etc.

Give me some opinions please!

Thanks so much for your help!

 

[all4fun]

Personally, I wouldn't want to rely on a non-disney hotel shuttle, especially when a small child is involved. Plus, if you take taxis every where, your ds would need a booster at minimum, and where would you store it when you're in the parks? Too inconvenient. I also think using a taxi all the time would probably end up being more expensive than renting. Have you checked out mousesavers.com for rates? We have found some good coupon codes there.

hth!

 

[Honeymooners1021]

crowds won't be an issue at the time you are going. I think you will be much happier with a rental car since you are staying off property. The freedom to come and go as you need is priceless. Cab rides add up quickly and for the price of a cab ride you would probably pay your parking for the day. You only pay for parking once a day so if you need to back to your hotel for a nap or you want to have lunch outside of the park you can return and just show your receipt and you won't have to pay again.

 

[serene56]

i would rent a car.

We stayed at an off property once that did the free park shuttles. They left once in the morning and once in the evening. I know you will hate to be tied to that kind of schedule.
Parking is 12 bucks- a small price to pay for flexiblity

 

[noahdove]

rent a car...besides Disney you can check out some of the local stores if you are in need of something..good luck and have a magical time