Max Occupancy in DVC Resorts

[Dean]

question for you DVC experts! i'm sure this has been asked before but honestly i don't have time to read all 110 pages (i wish i did! )

DH and i are renting points for a studio at SSR for 6 nights in april. my best friend, her DH and their 2-almost-3-year-old have decided to drive down and join us for the pirate and princess party on our last night. we will be at MK when they arrive (around noon). they won't be joining us until later that day since they're only buying tickets for the P&PP, no regular park tickets. the plan (hopefully) is for me to leave them a room key at the front desk that morning, then they will arrive around lunchtime, get the key from the front desk, go to the room and do whatever they want to around the resort until it's time to meet us at MK. it's only 1 night. if it was more than that, i would insist that they get their own room because 4 adults + 1 child in a studio wouldn't be my idea of a good time! anyway, are we allowed to have 5 people (1 being a toddler) in a studio???

Yes, that's within the rules. The only catch is if you're getting the DDP, you'll have to get it for all for the entire time.

 

[dianeschlicht]

question for you DVC experts! i'm sure this has been asked before but honestly i don't have time to read all 110 pages (i wish i did! )

DH and i are renting points for a studio at SSR for 6 nights in april. my best friend, her DH and their 2-almost-3-year-old have decided to drive down and join us for the pirate and princess party on our last night. we will be at MK when they arrive (around noon). they won't be joining us until later that day since they're only buying tickets for the P&PP, no regular park tickets. the plan (hopefully) is for me to leave them a room key at the front desk that morning, then they will arrive around lunchtime, get the key from the front desk, go to the room and do whatever they want to around the resort until it's time to meet us at MK. it's only 1 night. if it was more than that, i would insist that they get their own room because 4 adults + 1 child in a studio wouldn't be my idea of a good time! anyway, are we allowed to have 5 people (1 being a toddler) in a studio???

The stated occupancy for a studio is 4 adults plus 1 child under age 3. Frankly, I would NOT want to have two adults sleeping on the pull out double sleep sofa, and even less want 4 adults plus a child sharing 1 bathroom.

 

[punkin413]

Yes, that's within the rules. The only catch is if you're getting the DDP, you'll have to get it for all for the entire time.

nope, we're not getting the DDP. i have an annual pass this year so i'm gonna get the DDE card instead! thanks!

The stated occupancy for a studio is 4 adults plus 1 child under age 3. Frankly, I would NOT want to have two adults sleeping on the pull out double sleep sofa, and even less want 4 adults plus a child sharing 1 bathroom.

i agree, but for one night i think we can manage, especially since we're checking out the next morning. i'd rather be kinda crowded for a 12-hour period and have my friends with me than to not have them there at all.

 

[Iluvmickeymouse!]

Hello! I have a question for you all......I am helping a friend who is not too Disney inclined with their family trip in November. After giving them their off and on site options they have decided to stay on site. There are 8 adults and 3 kids, 7, 4, & 3. What would be the best arrangements for them? A 2-bedroom and a studio at OKW? Could they request that the studio be near the 2-bed? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Chuck S]

Hello! I have a question for you all......I am helping a friend who is not too Disney inclined with their family trip in November. After giving them their off and on site options they have decided to stay on site. There are 8 adults and 3 kids, 7, 4, & 3. What would be the best arrangements for them? A 2-bedroom and a studio at OKW? Could they request that the studio be near the 2-bed? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Yes, you can request the studio be near the two bedroom. It will probably be in the same building, but we have occasionally had units in two different building, like Bldg 28 & 29. Still nearby enough to be convenient.

 

[Anjelica]

We "may" be dragging my brother along with us for our upcoming Disneyworld trip. Right now we have a studio for 4 nights and then we are moving over to a 2 bedroom villa for 5 nights as we have some friends joining us. My family consists of husband, daughter (4), son (1) and me while the other family consists of wife, husband, son (5) and daughter (2). I have read that studio occupancy is 4 plus 1 child under the age of 3.

My question is this - would it be tight for 3 adults, 1 child and 1 infant in a studio for 4 nights? I know for the two bedroom villa we will have a lot more room.

Finally - and this probably needs to be asked on the restaurant board but if we need to add my brother, last minute, to the DDP do we really have to do it 7+ or more days out (the current ressies have DDP for both families)? While under normal circumstances this isn't an issue but my brother may not know until 2-5 days before coming home when he is flying out (He's up in Mosul Iraq in the Army). I didn't know if there are any exceptions made due to his current military status and the fact that we can't really plan for the exact date he comes back until 2-5 days before hand.

 

[Chuck S]

We "may" be dragging my brother along with us for our upcoming Disneyworld trip. Right now we have a studio for 4 nights and then we are moving over to a 2 bedroom villa for 5 nights as we have some friends joining us. My family consists of husband, daughter (4), son (1) and me while the other family consists of wife, husband, son (5) and daughter (2). I have read that studio occupancy is 4 plus 1 child under the age of 3.

My question is this - would it be tight for 3 adults, 1 child and 1 infant in a studio for 4 nights? I know for the two bedroom villa we will have a lot more room.

Finally - and this probably needs to be asked on the restaurant board but if we need to add my brother, last minute, to the DDP do we really have to do it 7+ or more days out (the current ressies have DDP for both families)? While under normal circumstances this isn't an issue but my brother may not know until 2-5 days before coming home when he is flying out (He's up in Mosul Iraq in the Army). I didn't know if there are any exceptions made due to his current military status and the fact that we can't really plan for the exact date he comes back until 2-5 days before hand.

A studio for 3 adult, 1 child and 1 infant will be tight, but do-able, especially sharing one bathroom.

Since the DDP is already lnked into the room reservation, all you actually have to do is add your brothers name to the existing reservation...and you can do that almost anytime prior to arrival.

 

[Anjelica]

A studio for 3 adult, 1 child and 1 infant will be tight, but do-able, especially sharing one bathroom.

Since the DDP is already lnked into the room reservation, all you actually have to do is add your brothers name to the existing reservation...and you can do that almost anytime prior to arrival.

Cool - so even if we add him just 2-3 days before the actual vacation date it will be ok?

 

[Chuck S]

Cool - so even if we add him just 2-3 days before the actual vacation date it will be ok?

It should be, since you don't pay for the DVC version of DDP until you arrive at the resort.

 

[Anjelica]

It should be, since you don't pay for the DVC version of DDP until you arrive at the resort.

Thank you !!!! As always you guys are helpful and fast in responses.

 

[bpmorley]

We "may" be dragging my brother along with us for our upcoming Disneyworld trip. Right now we have a studio for 4 nights and then we are moving over to a 2 bedroom villa for 5 nights as we have some friends joining us. My family consists of husband, daughter (4), son (1) and me while the other family consists of wife, husband, son (5) and daughter (2). I have read that studio occupancy is 4 plus 1 child under the age of 3.

My question is this - would it be tight for 3 adults, 1 child and 1 infant in a studio for 4 nights? I know for the two bedroom villa we will have a lot more room.

Finally - and this probably needs to be asked on the restaurant board but if we need to add my brother, last minute, to the DDP do we really have to do it 7+ or more days out (the current ressies have DDP for both families)? While under normal circumstances this isn't an issue but my brother may not know until 2-5 days before coming home when he is flying out (He's up in Mosul Iraq in the Army). I didn't know if there are any exceptions made due to his current military status and the fact that we can't really plan for the exact date he comes back until 2-5 days before hand.

It will be a little tight. We did 4 adults & a 6yo in a studio. It was tight but bearable. Hopefully you plan on spending alot of time in your room

 

[Anjelica]

It will be a little tight. We did 4 adults & a 6yo in a studio. It was tight but bearable. Hopefully you plan on spending alot of time in your room

Hopefully little time in the room.. But he's in the Army and used to being crammed into small spaces . Poor guy is 6'3" 215lbs and sometimes drives the M1Bradley (looks like a small tank but also has the capacity to carry troops) and is tiny inside for a guy his size.

 

[MaryAnnDVC]

Regarding a 1-BR:

Member services will allow 5 without extra bedding and towels,

Really?? When did this happen? DS always sleeps on the floor anyway. Does the 5th person have to be "under 3" or any age? (Sorry...I just came in on the discussion on the last couple of pages.)

We're thinking about going with the kids in August, but might not know until long after booking if DD (college student) will be able to go. Not so sure about one bathroom tho. But points are tight this coming year. Hhhmmm...

 

[Dean]

Regarding a 1-BR: Really?? When did this happen? DS always sleeps on the floor anyway. Does the 5th person have to be "under 3" or any age? (Sorry...I just came in on the discussion on the last couple of pages.)

We're thinking about going with the kids in August, but might not know until long after booking if DD (college student) will be able to go. Not so sure about one bathroom tho. But points are tight this coming year. Hhhmmm...

The rule for a studio and 1 BR is 4 plus one under 3. DVC has been loose about the 5th person in a 1 BR but not a studio. However, as with all things disney, YMMV and some CM will allow 5 in a studio and at times, 6 in a 1 BR.

 

[BWV Dreamin]

The rule for a studio and 1 BR is 4 plus one under 3. DVC has been loose about the 5th person in a 1 BR but not a studio. However, as with all things disney, YMMV and some CM will allow 5 in a studio and at times, 6 in a 1 BR.

My brother just inquired about his tonight for OKW. The CM put him on hold, and then came back to say that 5 are allowed in a one bedroom. There would only be enough towels, etc. for 4 though. They did not say it had to be children under 3. There are 5 adults in his party.

 

[Deb & Bill]

My brother just inquired about his tonight for OKW. The CM put him on hold, and then came back to say that 5 are allowed in a one bedroom. There would only be enough towels, etc. for 4 though. They did not say it had to be children under 3. There are 5 adults in his party.

Not only will they not provide any towels for the fifth person, they also will not provide any bedding for the fifth person. You'll have to bring your own.

 

[castleri]

Cool - so even if we add him just 2-3 days before the actual vacation date it will be ok?

When I made reservations last month I was told the DDP must be added at least 48 hours prior to arrival so you should be good.

 

[MaryAnnDVC]

Not only will they not provide any towels for the fifth person, they also will not provide any bedding for the fifth person. You'll have to bring your own.

Is there any "extra" bedding...specifically a blanket...in the closets of the studio or 1 BR? I'm just thinking of what to pack in my owner's locker. I want to get an aerobed for DS and bring a fitted sheet, but would rather not take up too much space with a blanket.

 

[Deb & Bill]

Is there any "extra" bedding...specifically a blanket...in the closets of the studio or 1 BR? I'm just thinking of what to pack in my owner's locker. I want to get an aerobed for DS and bring a fitted sheet, but would rather not take up too much space with a blanket.

No, only for the sleeper sofa. You'll have to provide your own for the fifth person.

 

[tomandrobin]

On our last trip in December, we called down to housekeeping and asked for additional pillows and blankets. They were at the door within 30 minutes with the extra blankets and pillows. As a bonus, she gave us extra towels, soap, shampoo and such.