Need opinions about these different rates please

[spankysmom]

Hi there. It's been several years since we took a Disney trip, and quite awhile since I've visited here. We may take a last minute trip to WDW on 1/31 for 5 nights. I am waiting for the AAA agent to call with some package prices, but I got these rates from Disney.
Animal Kingdom (standard): $970
Caribbean Beach: $619
Pop Culture: $351

I'm really unsure as what to do. I'm tempted by the $351 price, being it's such a last minute trip. We have never before stayed in a value resort. Opinions on any of these prices would be much appreciated. Thanks!

 

[jlovesee]

It depends on what you want in a resort, I have stayed at all three. If you are only going to be there 5 days will you be spending most of your time in the park? Then definitly go with Pop Century, its a good resort, good Disney customer service but pretty basic.

If you plan on spending time at the pool, want a hot tub, or a sit down restaurant go with the moderate.

Animal Kingdom Lodge is a very nice resort, if you love animals, or will be spending a lot of time there, go for Animal Kingdom.

None of them are bad options in my opinion, but if you think about it the difference between AK and POP is $600 so that could get you a behind the scenes tour, could be a big difference in where you eat, etc. If money is not a problem by all means go with Animal Kingdom.

 

[gibbscmc]

You can find DVC members who sell extra weeks on Ebay. Just type in Boardwalk villas or Disney vacation club and select the category Travel. Many times, you can get 5 nights for under $800 and this is definitely a great deal considerin this is about $1400 from Disney. Also, the suite at Boardwalk Villas has a fridge, micro and mini kitchenette. The pool there is the BEST, themed after an amusement park with a huge slide, etc.

 

[fran99999]

Also there is no TS at the Value resorts. If you want to sit and have a drink at a bar it is outside. You would have to sit in the food court to sit inside.
The rooms/beds are smaller than Deluxe.

Ok now let me add I will be at the Pop Century from Jan 28-Feb 2. It is a last min trip for DS6 and me for the EE preview.

I have stayed at WL that is where I would stay if I were going to go Deluxe. I like the boat ride to MK/CR and you have a short ride by bus or boat to the monorail.

No matter which you choose have a great trip.