Max Occupancy in DVC Resorts

[dianeschlicht]

Just as an FYI, I called MS today to add a fifth person to our 2 bedroom ressie for January. I decided to "ask a rehtorical question" about 5 in a studio, and the CM said by no means would it be allowed any more. Quite a different response than we have heard here in the past.

 

[jnrrt]

Just as an FYI, I called MS today to add a fifth person to our 2 bedroom ressie for January. I decided to "ask a rehtorical question" about 5 in a studio, and the CM said by no means would it be allowed any more. Quite a different response than we have heard here in the past.

Did that include a child under three?

 

[pplasky]

Just as an FYI, I called MS today to add a fifth person to our 2 bedroom ressie for January. I decided to "ask a rehtorical question" about 5 in a studio, and the CM said by no means would it be allowed any more. Quite a different response than we have heard here in the past.

They have not allowed 5 in a studio for quite sometime. They do allow 5 in a 1BR, which is what most of the discussions on this board keep coming back to.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Did that include a child under three?

No, I was asking specifically about 5 adults. I wish I would have thought to ask about a 1 bedroom!

 

[RyMickey]

Don't get me wrong - our family of 5 (what Disney considers adults) are thrilled that my one brother just told us he was going to be able to come on our trip with us, but...that now puts 5 of us in a 1-bedroom at the BWV. At this point, we already have the point scheme planned out to take many more family members down next year, so we can't switch rooms this year. Now, we'll take the air mattress down with us, and we're not really worried about space (we've crammed many times before), but this question just popped into my mind as I fight insomnia - What if we wanted to use the extra magic hours. Since Disney really only says "4 adults" can be in the room, are we able to all go to the extra magic hours? It's no big deal if we can't, and I know that having an extra person in the room often sends people into an uproar over on the hotel board (I'm not trying to start a debate here). We're happy that my brother is going to be able to come, just wondering logistically about the EMH.

I realize this isn't necessarily a DVC board kind of question, but I lurk here all the time and you all seem so nice and helpful, so I thought I'd ask.

Thanks.

RyMickey

 

[NMW]

Call MS and add him to the reservation. I don't think you'll have a problem at all. I was told by MS, as were many here, that 5 in a 1 bdr is now allowed. This will probably get attached to the million page occupancy thread! I hope you can find it!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Don't wish to stir any controversy either, but this past Nov we had 5 in a 1 bedroom at OKW and got 5 key cards. Good luck and have a nice trip

 

[RyMickey]

Thanks so much NMW and Maria...and thanks to whoever posted to the occupancy thread. Got me reading this now (although I feel like a fool for not posting it here myself. Oh, well.

RyMickey

 

[TNGIRL]

I am new to this and I noticed that the studio at OKW sleeps 4. Is that all that is allowed or can 5 people stay in the room with only actual bed space for 4???
Any help is appreciated

 

[MMcCarthy]

We are unexpectedly adding two small children to our BCV stay in Aug. We have a studio booked right now. BCV only has a one bedroom available for the dates we are going. Can you put 6 people, 2 under the age of 7, in a one bedroom? Can MS upgrade the one bedroom to a two bedroom if I cancel my studio? Also, is Storm along Bay at BCV? I thought it was but now am confused. I really wanted to stay at BCV because of all the nice threads I have seen on the boards. My kids are throughly excited. The only problem is that I have to drive to VA from Ohio and then to FL with 4 kids by myself. My husband will join us in FL. Should be a fun drive. LOL

 

[1BigDisneyFan]

Oh boy have you asked a loaded question. . .

Room Occupancy has been argued pretty fiercely on these boards. Supposedly the rule is 2 adults and 2 children over 3 and one under 3 can stay in a studio.

Depending upon who you ask, you will either hear:
- The rules are strict, more than that, you should get a one or two bedroom
- The rules are guidelines, Disney will look the other way, just bring an air mattress and/or crib.

I will refrain from giving you my opinion in the ongoing debate, but given the size of the studio, it does sound like you guys might be a tad cramped in there.

As for Stormalong Bay, yes, staying at the Beach Club, will provide you access to Stormalong bay.

 

[tjkraz]

(Don't be surprised if this post is moved over to the occpuancy thread soon.)

The posted occupancy levels are 4 + 1 child under age 3 in both a Studio and a One Bedroom. DVC has reportedly taken the stance that they will allow 5 in a One Bedroom.

Beyond that, there have been recent reports of DVC refusing to book a room to a member who expresses an intent to exceed the above occupancy limits. As of January 2, 2005, ALL resort guests age 3+ receive room keys with their own names. Presentation of these keys is required to take advantage of perks like Extra Magic Hour.

Six people would not be permitted in a One Bedroom. A Two Bedroom would work, but you must have the required number of points available to book the room, and DVC must have a room available. You could always go on the waiting list for a 2B or try a different resort.

And, yes, SAB is at the Beach Club.

 

[kms145]

I know that the one bedroom is only suppose to sleep 4 but they have allowed 5 of us before no problem. My situation now is I have a neice I would like to take and that would make 6. We have a 2 bedroom booked but there would be 4 others already in that room. I really don't want to waste the points and get another studio. I want her in the room with us and I was wondering if anyone has had theis situation before. Where planning on using the new transportation they offer and I assume I have to make sure they know there is 10 of us. This trip was suppose to be to families going away to have a wonderful time and now due to marriage issues with my sister it has turned into my family and a senior trip for my sone and 3 of his buddies. I want to take my two nieces because they were so looking forward to going and I didn't want to disapoint them they have had a tough year. Do you think They'll give me a hard time about this.

Thank you for you're advice
Karen

 

[pplasky]

10 people in a 2BR? I think this is why the rule followers have a problem with people "stretching" the rules. I think you should get the extra studio.

 

[kms145]

thanks for your advice I hopefully have enough pts to do that

Karen

 

[CarolMN]

Unless at least one of the 10 is an infant, yes I think you will be refused.

You have to "fess up" for sure if you plan to use Magical Express (MS needs to know the number traveling) and/or want to buy tickets at check in.

The CMs at the front desk will need all the names to issue resort IDs. Resort IDs now have individual names on them, not just the name of the member. Those without Resort IDs will not be able to get in and out of the room on their own,and will not be able to take advntage of EMH.

Best wishes -

 

[jaysue]

I thought so too CarolMN - on our recent trip to BCV they gave me a card in my name (I am the member) and then generic adult and child cards - the funny part was that they had all the correct names in the computer system but still gave me generic cards...



Go figure

cheers
jaysue

 

[Sammy]

I thought so too CarolMN - on our recent trip to BCV they gave me a card in my name (I am the member) and then generic adult and child cards - the funny part was that they had all the correct names in the computer system but still gave me generic cards...



Go figure

cheers
jaysue

On previous visits, I received ID's in my name, and everyone else got "generic" cards. We were just there on March 6th and I received the usual ID with my name, but then the 7 others got resort IDs in their own names....

 

[robinb]

Welcome to the DIS! You posted on a hot topic .

I also think 10 people in a 2BR is too many! I would get the extra studio and put the boys in there. You don't say where you're staying, but you may want to consider OKW to save some points.

 

[robinb]

Here we go again.

Might I suggest that we be polite? karen is new to the DIS.