MomTo3PrincessesInNJ
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We’ve done Disney every way possible (value, mod, deluxe, camping, off site at Wyndham Bonnet Creek) and this last trip we tried staying for free using DH’s Marriott points. We stayed at the almost-brand new Marriott Towneplace Suites at Flamingo Crossing, which has a sister resort, Spring Hills Suites.
So, I’ll start with the positive (there’s a lot!):
- Our room was a decent size and all 5 of us slept comfortable. We really liked having a full-ish size fridge (we bring snacks and drinks into the parks)
- The free breakfast was more than adequate (IF you got there in the first half hour… after that it was a mad house with long lines). There was enough there to keep us satisfied until mid-morning, and we usually grabbed an apple or banana to go.
- We didn’t hear any noise from our neighbors
- SUPER close to Disney. I LOVED driving under the Welcome to Disney World arch every morning
- Also close to lots of places to eat from fast food to chains like Olive Garden.
- The pool area was awesome. The pool is huge, it has a zero entry side with little water fountains, there is ample seating around it including couches, there’s a spot with 3 gass grills for guests to use and a hot tub. They also have towels poolside.
- The staff was friendly
- No resort fee
- No parking fee
Now the not so good:
- Housekeeping wasn’t great. I tipped $5 the first two days in a row and even though I left a note we never got more than 2 shampoos and 2 conditioners (there were 4 females in the room). It was annoying to call down to housekeeping and wait for the stuff to arrive before we could all get showered.
- Breakfast was a mad house after the initial 30 mins. They have 3 awesome Mickey waffle makers, but the line was REALLY long… it didn’t help that each person was making at least 3 waffles and they take 2 mins each to make.
Overall we really liked the place and would consider staying there on a future trip when we drive down.
So, I’ll start with the positive (there’s a lot!):
- Our room was a decent size and all 5 of us slept comfortable. We really liked having a full-ish size fridge (we bring snacks and drinks into the parks)
- The free breakfast was more than adequate (IF you got there in the first half hour… after that it was a mad house with long lines). There was enough there to keep us satisfied until mid-morning, and we usually grabbed an apple or banana to go.
- We didn’t hear any noise from our neighbors
- SUPER close to Disney. I LOVED driving under the Welcome to Disney World arch every morning
- Also close to lots of places to eat from fast food to chains like Olive Garden.
- The pool area was awesome. The pool is huge, it has a zero entry side with little water fountains, there is ample seating around it including couches, there’s a spot with 3 gass grills for guests to use and a hot tub. They also have towels poolside.
- The staff was friendly
- No resort fee
- No parking fee
Now the not so good:
- Housekeeping wasn’t great. I tipped $5 the first two days in a row and even though I left a note we never got more than 2 shampoos and 2 conditioners (there were 4 females in the room). It was annoying to call down to housekeeping and wait for the stuff to arrive before we could all get showered.
- Breakfast was a mad house after the initial 30 mins. They have 3 awesome Mickey waffle makers, but the line was REALLY long… it didn’t help that each person was making at least 3 waffles and they take 2 mins each to make.
Overall we really liked the place and would consider staying there on a future trip when we drive down.
