Max Occupancy in DVC Resorts

[Disneymaniacs]

Thanks Deb. I see you all over this sight . Do you know how dining plan works?

 

[solstice621]

What makes you think they will eventually not allow 5 in the 1BR?

~Just curious~

 

[Disneymaniacs]

Everything that I have read said they only allow 4 adults and 1 child under three in a crib so this was news (good) to me .

 

[sanilacjack]

My 3 year old is so tiny, that she can fit almost anywhere.

Don't let the tag fairy see that statement!

 

[islandbeachnut]

I have to say, I think it's ridiculous that if a studio fits 4 people then why wouldn't a 1 bedroom be able to sleep 5 (or 6). I mean the point difference is very big & it is a much larger space - so why not allow extra people (legally).

I realize it's Disney and they can do what they want, but I can disagree with it because it's nonsense.

 

[dianeschlicht]

I have to say, I think it's ridiculous that if a studio fits 4 people then why wouldn't a 1 bedroom be able to sleep 5 (or 6). I mean the point difference is very big & it is a much larger space - so why not allow extra people (legally).

I realize it's Disney and they can do what they want, but I can disagree with it because it's nonsense.

The point difference isn't because of the number the 1 bedroom sleeps, but because of the full kitchen and living room and laundry facilities. You are getting more space and more of a "apartment" instead of just a bedroom, hence the more points. It really has nothing to do with sleeping capacity, but I sure wouldn't want more people than the beds would allow. A small child would do fine on an air mat or the cushions from the sofa, but there is still only one bathroom in a 1 bedroom, and to my mind, THAT is the big issue!

 

[NMW]

Yes, you can book 5 in a 1 bdr and all will be listed. I have done it twice and MS didn't seem to even blink. They do say the disclaimer about no extra bedding though. We brought an aerobed and sheets but DD ended up with us anyway.

 

[keishashadow]

Has anyone gotten 5 resort cards lately for their party in a 1 BR?

Was told flat out "no" when asking if I could add a child to studio res.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Has anyone gotten 5 resort cards lately for their party in a 1 BR?

Was told flat out "no" when asking if I could add a child to studio res.

We had 5 adults in a 1 bedroom for one night (New Year's Eve) and there was no problem getting the 5 room cards. The key point of your question is 1 bedroom. There is DEFINITELY not going to be 5 allowed in a studio unless one is under the age of 3.

 

[Disney Doll]

The "official" line is that 5 are allowed in a 1BR if one of them can sleep in a pack & play.

Unofficially, a lot of diffferent things happen!

 

[bpmorley]

As of right now they will allow 4 adults and 2 children in a studio. I'm sure it would be a little tight. We just stayed @ BCV back in January. There were no 1-bdr's available or studio. So 5(4 adults 1 child-6yo) stayed in a studio. That wasn't too bad. They said that we could have had another child also

 

[Deb & Bill]

As of right now they will allow 4 adults and 2 children in a studio. ...

You have got to be kidding!! I don't know what happened with your reservation, but MS says they will not allow 6 in a studio.

 

[bpmorley]

You have got to be kidding!! I don't know what happened with your reservation, but MS says they will not allow 6 in a studio.

I'm not kidding. This is what I was told over the phone before we went and I was told that at the front desk.

 

[susieh]

An earlier post said it is a hard and fast rule that you cannot have more than 8 in a 2 bed

That is WRONG

We had 9 adults in a 2 bed for 2 weeks. There were 2 couples, 2 teenage sisters who shared one of the queen beds and 3 teenage lads (brothers and a friend) who shared the king size bed. The teenagers were 15, 17, 18, 18 and 19

We had plenty of room

 

[greenban]

Has anyone gotten 5 resort cards lately for their party in a 1 BR?

Was told flat out "no" when asking if I could add a child to studio res.

Yes:

Dec 11, 2005, OKW 1 BR, (DW, DD12, DS9, DD5 & Me) all had room keys.

Some claim 5 in a studio, but I have never seen this confirmed or from a reliable source, and MS has consistently said no!

-Tony

 

[bpmorley]

I've always found that Disney will accomadate anyone if you just ask. I've never been told no about anything. That's for 6 visits in 5 years

 

[kstgelais4]

The guide who gave us our DVC tour 2 weeks ago told us that "if we thought we could squeeze our family into a studio, than that's what we could book". I don't know if he really didn't know any better, or if was trying to please us to sell. I for one, don't give a yoohoo about the room size, because my family already squeezes into a 3 br 960 sq. ft. house. lol. Going to a DVC resort will be bigger than my house
Oh BTW my famil consists of myself, dh, ds 7, ds almost 5, dd not quite 3, and ds not quite 1.
Kelly

 

[keishashadow]

Thanks, 5 in a studio would be more like camping (bodies in sleeping bags everywhere).

 

[Daitcher]

Hear that zipping........ that is me putting on the flame suit. Call me crazy but I bought DVC for the luxury of having seperate sleeping quarters. I book 2 bedrooms sometimes for 3 of us. Whether you can sneak in extra guests or a cm will print 5 room keys is irrelevant. What if everyone started shuttling in extra guests? Pools would be packed, public areas overflowing, extra wear and tear on the rooms, etc. Sometimes it isn't about saving points or "what I am hurting by having an extra person", it is about doing what is right. Book a 2 bedroom if you have 5. What if I told you I was going to sneak guests into Stormalong Bay pool? It isn't right and guess what maybe your extra guest is taking a seat my family could use by the pool. I am shocked people would encourage this. Do it if you want, but having to hear about it in a public forum is too much. I know you want the go ahead but you won't get it from me. 5 = a 2 bedroom unless one of the guests sleeps in a pack n play. These rules were clearly spelled out when you signed on for DVC. It is right in the packet. Use the extra points and "buy" yourself some respect and peace of mind. Is it worth the saved points to feel like you are doing something wrong? What if the person next to you is keeping you up all night with loud noise and then you find out it has to do with the fact they have extra guests in the room? Do the right thing. Flames or not this is just how I feel. I choose to follow the rules of the program. I hope you will too. I hope this doesn't sound mean because I don't intend it that way. It just isn't right.

 

[rogerram]

Hear that zipping........ that is me putting on the flame suit. . 5 = a 2 bedroom unless one of the guests sleeps in a pack n play. These rules were clearly spelled out when you signed on for DVC. It is right in the packet. Use the extra points and "buy" yourself some respect and peace of mind. Is it worth the saved points to feel like you are doing something wrong?

MS will let you put 5 in a 1 bedroom, so they are doing nothing wrong. I think it is a bit crowded, but they can do it if they want and ms tells you that you can do it.