No problem. As a member of the DIS, I think you should already know that we're all here because we love to talk about Disney!
Personally, I didn't really like the All Stars. I'm sure its fine for a lot of people, but I've been spoiled by the Deluxe resorts. We really only stayed there because it was a spur of the moment trip. Our friends talked us into going with them the night before!! For 8 people, I think it might be a little small. You may even want to consider getting 3 rooms to help with the bathroom situation. I thought the food court was way overpriced. I know all food at Disney is expensive, but when putting together a meal at the food court, it cost the same as table service in a restaurant.
We had a bad experience with the Polynesian and asked to be moved - which is how we ended up at the Yacht Club. We had a garden concierge room in Hawaii and we were one of those couples who noticed the smell. It wreaked havoc on my DH's sinuses. The second day we were there, they shampooed are carpets and they were SOAKED. When we complained, they quickly accomodated us at the YC. Now as for the YC, we LOVE that place. I can't say enough good things about this resort. The rooms, the concierge, the pool, the location, etc, etc... the list goes on. Do you know you can often get garden view rooms for about $198 a night? Personally, I don't think the Polynesian is worth the price they charge anymore. Maybe 10 or 15 years ago it was a deluxe, but it really needs a serious rehab. The age is really showing.
Wilderness Lodge is a wonderful resort. I've heard complaints about bus service, but we never had any problems when we stayed there. The only complaint I had was the small size of Roaring Forks, but they've expanded since our stay. I really think WL is a great bargain for a deluxe resort as their prices are sort of midway between a moderate and a deluxe.
We're actually considering a split stay in May between WL and YC. I highly recommend either of these two resorts.
. I noticed your signature. You have stayed at all of the places we are currently debating! I would love to try All Star Movies as the savings would be great but afraid it would be too much of a downgrade from CSR. We have been to POFQ and CBR. We are considering Poly (is it really worth the extra $1000 for the week?), WL as it's the cheapest deluxe (worried about transportation options as the bus may take forever?), CSR (concerned about being too far from the food court and the long commute to the MK), and ASMo (worried it may not be enough space for my 4 kids with my inlaws and DH and myself (8 of us in 2 rooms)....any suggestions as far as what you liked? Thanks as I realize this is more than you bargained for when you were kind enough to answer my post (AND look up all the info I needed!)
