Max Occupancy in DVC Resorts

[idratherbeinwdw]

Won't even touch the "moral" argument. You will ever get either side to accept the other's viewpoint. So let me bring up something I haven't noticed in this thread (must admit haven't read every post)...the ecomonic side of the issue.
I'm sure when it comes to setting the amount of dues, the accountants have to take into account projected expenses for replacing things as they wear out or break. I would have to think that consistently having any property used by more people than planned for is going to accelerate the life cycle and lead to the need for replacement sooner than if used by the expected number of people. My guess is that raises everyone's dues to some degree.
So, if your decision is to put 5, 6, however many in a 1 bedroom villa, can you really make the claim that your decision doesn't impact anyone else?

Just my slightly more than 2 cents worth...

This aspect has been mentioned on this thread. Some agree with your way of thinking. Some, like me, think it's all balanced out by people who stay with LESS than the amount allowed. For instance, I am going in January by myself to a one bedroom. Could have fit 3 more but chose to go that one alone. In April I am going to have a 2 BR for me, my 14 year old daughter, and her friend. So we will be 3 in an accomodation that is allowed to have 8. In October I am going with my 14 and 19 year old daughters, 3 of us in a two bedroom, 5 less than allowed. So IMHO (and the opinion of others who have written similar posts) underusing the rooms makes up for an occasional 5 person in a one bedroom.

 

[Dean]

This aspect has been mentioned on this thread. Some agree with your way of thinking. Some, like me, think it's all balanced out by people who stay with LESS than the amount allowed. For instance, I am going in January by myself to a one bedroom. Could have fit 3 more but chose to go that one alone. In April I am going to have a 2 BR for me, my 14 year old daughter, and her friend. So we will be 3 in an accomodation that is allowed to have 8. In October I am going with my 14 and 19 year old daughters, 3 of us in a two bedroom, 5 less than allowed. So IMHO (and the opinion of others who have written similar posts) underusing the rooms makes up for an occasional 5 person in a one bedroom.

I'm sure that any hotel plans for some over and some under. But when people are encouraged to go over, the number will be skewed in that direction. What is the effect on wear and tear is unknown but it's likely to have some negative effect. As is any group who abuses the rooms.

 

[Dean]

Tabatha,

I ask a favor of you: please come back and share with us your decision - and how your dealings with MS go. It's always nice to have a few actual cases to chew on in the midst of all our opinions!

Be well!

I would agree. In spite of someone else's posting, I don't recall anyone who was attacked in any way for reporting their personal experiences. I can see some would be intimidated by the strong posts on either side of the fence but that is different than being personally attacked.

 

[murcor]

Hi all

After all this talk of 5 now being allowed in a 1 bedroom I called CM.

I was going to book a 1 bedroom for 5 people, but was told that the 1 bedroom units are for a max of 4 and that there is no possible way to put 5 people on a reservation as once 5 is entered in the computer it defaults and automatically books a 2 bedroom.

I would constantly be worrying that they would do a "head count" and we would get kicked out, but it doesnt look like that has happened to anyone here.

After reading this thread, Im curious how the extra person uses the bus system, dont you have to show resort ID or something? Are there other things you cant use or participate in?

Thanks

Angela

Cant wait for for our 9 days at SSR in January

 

[Mike]

I was going to book a 1 bedroom for 5 people, but was told that the 1 bedroom units are for a max of 4 and that there is no possible way to put 5 people on a reservation as once 5 is entered in the computer it defaults and automatically books a 2 bedroom.

I have 5 people listed on my reservations for a 1 BR. MS had no problem with this. I would call back.

 

[murcor]

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[childsplay]

I have 5 people listed on my reservations for a 1 BR.

When we checked in to our 1BR at the BCV this last June, the CM asked me if I wanted keys for all six people on our reservation. I looked at him and said "Can I get a seventh in case I make a new friend at the pool?" He just stared at me, at which time I pointed out I was staying in a one-bedroom and that there was no way I had six people with me.
He and his computer were perfectly willing to allow me to have six people in a one bedroom.......I agree.......call back.

 

[pplasky]

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If you are booking through MS it shouldn't matter.

 

[CarolMN]

If you are booking through MS it shouldn't matter.

However, if you book via CRO, you will get told that the 1 bedroom units are for 4 persons plus an infant.

Best wishes -

 

[MiaSRN62]

We got 5 keys for our family last month. As for the bus system. In 10+ years of staying onsite, we've never been asked for our room ID's when boarding WDW busses, but I'm sure they have the perogative to do so if they choose.

 

[Doctor P]

We HAVE been asked for ID's when boarding the buses more than once. It may be very rare, but it IS done.

 

[idratherbeinwdw]

We HAVE been asked for ID's when boarding the buses more than once. It may be very rare, but it IS done.

I believe you Dr P, but I have never once been asked for resort ID on a WDW bus in over 20 trips to The World. Never seen anyone else asked either. I am surprised it happened to you more than once. A couple of times I was asked to show my park tickets (not resort ID, just my ticket) when entering the area to reach the monorails at the TTC.

 

[Doctor P]

You should never be required to show a resort ID, since multi-day passholders can use the transportation (with the exception of them sometimes requiring resort ID for the resort monorail near or after closing at the MK). I was only referring to checking ID, as opposed to Resort ID's specifically.

 

[cruisin'Mike]

This topic is of interest to me, since we are a family of 5 with three smaller kids. Usually we bring someone with us, such as my parents or friend. DW and I get the master bedroom (no negotiations!), the others get the 2nd bedroom, and the kids get the living room. All three happily sleep together on the pull-out couch.
For our next trip, it will probably be just the 5 of us, so I wanted to know if we would be allowed to stay in a 1 bedroom. Seems like everybody has different answers, so I e-mailed member services. Here is the reply:

"Dear Michael,

Thank you for contacting Member Services.

A party of 5 is allowed to occupy a One Bedroom accommodation but,
please be advised that there is
no additional bedding provided or extras towels.

Have a Magical Day!

*****"

I understand that this is not a guarantee and it differs from the contract. However, it sounds to me like it is allowable, at least for the time being. If this eventually changes back to the official rule of 4 in a 1BR, then yes, I'll be sad, but I will understand. The only way I would be upset is if it changed after I had a confirmed reservation and they would not honor that confirmation, although I don't think that would happen. (At least I hope not).

Mike

 

[murcor]

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[cruisin'Mike]

I was logged onto the dvcmember.com website and hit the "contact us" button. Hope this helps.

Mike

 

[TNKBELL]

According to my last conversation with MS 6 is acceptable in a 1 bdrm if the youngest is under 3. The more flexablity that Disney allows with capacity the more often DVC users can visit WDW and I'm sure they have done the math to realize this creates more profit!! Hope this helps!

 

[TNKBELL]

One last thought. Many hotels and resorts advertise " children under 18 free with paying adult". How about it, Disney? I mean who do you think the driving force in the market is anyway? The Disney spending does not end with the conclusion of our vacation. I placed orders after we left Disney and what do you think they are getting for Christmas not to mention thier birthdays! Bingo! Disney stuff, my DD3 is thrilled with anything Princess and the DSS 5&7 faves are Stitch and Mickey. My kids would be happy if everything in thier world were Disney, (and many things are!) coats, shoes, clothes , bedding, towels, toys etc......Just a thought!

 

[Dean]

One last thought. Many hotels and resorts advertise " children under 18 free with paying adult".

That would be at hotels that charge extra for additional adults for the room and it's up to the occupancy limits of the unit. Some also give free food for kids, I can't see Disney doing that.

 

[Deb & Bill]

One last thought. Many hotels and resorts advertise " children under 18 free with paying adult"...

I haven't paid any extra for my son who is under 18 at any Disney resort other than his ticket to enter the parks. They don't charge extra for kids under 18 to stay in the room as long as you don't exceed occupancy. If I request a rollaway bed for him at the Marriot, I'm gonna pay extra for that.