Debi
<font color=teal>I go to WDW 2,179,872 times a yea
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I just returned from a week long solo trip, and had a great time! I was at the Beach Club August 8-13, then moved over to the Dolphin August 13-16. I *loved* both resorts, and I'm looking forward to planning another trip to both resorts. Here's my take on both resorts:
Beach Club: I booked a standard room, and requested a room on the Crescent Lake side of the resort (I was trying to avoid a parking lot view). When I checked in at 10:30AM, I knew that my room most likely wouldn't be ready. I was very happy when the CM at the front desk said that my assigned room wasn't ready, but that she'd search for one that is ready. After a few minutes typing at her computer, she handed me the keys to room 3552, pointed me in the direction of the elevators, and off I went. I took the elevators up to the third floor, and started walking, and walking, and walking some more. Man, was that room a trek from the lobby! That's the only disadvantage to the room. The room itself was spotless, and was in a perfect location. I was about 10 rooms from the end of the hall, so all I had to do was walk to the end of the hall, down the steps, and the side enterance to the BC was right there. I was (literally) a 3 minute walk to the International Gateway. I would gladly take a room far away from the lobby to be close to the IG again. Great room location!
Plus, I was right above the quiet pool (I was on the opposite side of the hallway, facing the BCV), but I was right down and out to the quiet pool and laundry facilities. Unfortunately, I can't comment on either the quiet pool or SAB as I never went swimming while there (ladies, you can understand why). Overall, this resort was phenomenal, and I can't wait to stay there again.
Dolphin: I have stayed here many times previously, and I knew that this resort is excellent. As always, the Dolphin did not disappoint. I booked the 3 nights on Starwood points, so I was expecting a parking lot view room. Imagine my surprise when I walked in to my room (7026), opened the curtains, and saw the Swan/Dolphin boat dock, Swan and Tower of Terror in the distance. Very nice! Although I didn't have a balcony (I love balconies), I had a great view. It was waaaay to hot to enjoy a balcony anyhow, so I was very content to my room location at the Dolphin. The service I received here was top notch; every CM I encountered went out of their way to make sure I was having a great stay. Although the Dolphin does have more of a convention feel than Disney resorts, the service, location and theming more than make up for it. I *love* this resort, and will definately be staying there again!
If you have any questions, please ask!
Beach Club: I booked a standard room, and requested a room on the Crescent Lake side of the resort (I was trying to avoid a parking lot view). When I checked in at 10:30AM, I knew that my room most likely wouldn't be ready. I was very happy when the CM at the front desk said that my assigned room wasn't ready, but that she'd search for one that is ready. After a few minutes typing at her computer, she handed me the keys to room 3552, pointed me in the direction of the elevators, and off I went. I took the elevators up to the third floor, and started walking, and walking, and walking some more. Man, was that room a trek from the lobby! That's the only disadvantage to the room. The room itself was spotless, and was in a perfect location. I was about 10 rooms from the end of the hall, so all I had to do was walk to the end of the hall, down the steps, and the side enterance to the BC was right there. I was (literally) a 3 minute walk to the International Gateway. I would gladly take a room far away from the lobby to be close to the IG again. Great room location!
Plus, I was right above the quiet pool (I was on the opposite side of the hallway, facing the BCV), but I was right down and out to the quiet pool and laundry facilities. Unfortunately, I can't comment on either the quiet pool or SAB as I never went swimming while there (ladies, you can understand why). Overall, this resort was phenomenal, and I can't wait to stay there again.Dolphin: I have stayed here many times previously, and I knew that this resort is excellent. As always, the Dolphin did not disappoint. I booked the 3 nights on Starwood points, so I was expecting a parking lot view room. Imagine my surprise when I walked in to my room (7026), opened the curtains, and saw the Swan/Dolphin boat dock, Swan and Tower of Terror in the distance. Very nice! Although I didn't have a balcony (I love balconies), I had a great view. It was waaaay to hot to enjoy a balcony anyhow, so I was very content to my room location at the Dolphin. The service I received here was top notch; every CM I encountered went out of their way to make sure I was having a great stay. Although the Dolphin does have more of a convention feel than Disney resorts, the service, location and theming more than make up for it. I *love* this resort, and will definately be staying there again!
If you have any questions, please ask!
. It is a great idea to do a split stay and save a little money. What is nice the two resorts are close by each other. I might consider doing the same thing. 
The BC is a beautiful resort and the pool is amazing!
