New Residence Inn LBV

[FINFAN]

Has anyone driven past or gone into this new RI?We are contemplating splitting our stay(8nites)on-site-off, and found this new place. Address is on Marble Palms Ct., is this near DD?Just wondering if it's too far off-site...although we are planning SW just don't know which days.Rate right now is $89 p/nite for 2Q beds in a seperate room and sleeper sofa in living area, full kitchen and hot brkfst included.Special intro rate for new property.Not in entertainment book as of yet and this is lowest price I found.Claims to be a tropical theme, waterfalls etc.Any info would be appreciated. Also, we have ressies at the CSMGE,would anyone know to compare the two? I know th RI isn't scheduled to open for a few weeks but thought someone may have seen it.

 

[dvc_john]

It was under construction a couple of months ago when we drove by. Can tell you the location though. If you exit DD hotel plaza and go around Crossroads Center, it's on the other side of Crossroads Center. (I think there is an Embassy Suites nearby also).
Another way to describe the location is it's on the north side of I-4, approx across from the new Premium Outlet mall on the south side of I-4.

 

[FINFAN]

Thanks dvc_john...I can picture it better now...across from the outlet mall...hmmmmm....this could be a problem..........Have a great day!

 

[OrlandoInfo]

The Residence Inn Resort is suppose to be opening on the 15th of May, which is this Tuesday. So basically people staying there this summer will be at a brand new hotel.

You are right about the hotel being themed. From what I gathered, it is suppose to be Caribbean themed. I am not sure how far they are taking that, but I presume they must be using fun colors and tropical decor. Apparently the pool/courtyard area will have waterfalls and lush landscaping, etc, so that sounds encouraging.

The hotel is in Lake Buena Vista, you can clearly see it from I-4, just next to the Embassy Suites. Regarding directions, you have to take 535 to Palm Parkway, continue for about a mile, and then make a right onto Marbella Court. Easy enough for me. A previous post mentioned that it is across from the Premium Outlets. I think the poster forgot to include that Interstate-4 is in the middle. This means you cant really walk there, but it is a short drive

Residence Inn in general is a great brand and offers super amenities, even more so then a Comfort Suites or similar product. They have a hot breakfast buffet that is free every morning, in the evening they have a free cocktails which is nice after a day at the parks.

I am not sure how the suites work, but I know they have several kinds of suites, with full kitchens, etc. I read something about oversized family suites, but dont know too much about that. I guess that it would be great though for privacy and extra space?

Regarding the apperance, i have not seen it recently, but when I did, it was underconstruction, so naturally I cannot give an accurate report. It has some interesting colors, yellow, brick-like color, white and a slate color roof....I think this all goes with the Caribbean theme, but was hard for me to tell.

Overall, for $89, I think it is worth a look. Especially for having brand new accommodations, excellent locaiton and loads of amenities.

Have fun, and let us know if you stayed, how it went!!

Cheers!!



PS. You mentioned that they have an introductory rate of $89, do you know what the regular rates are? Just curious

 

[FINFAN]

OrllandoInfo...thanks for the detailed info...in my case it's a GOOD thing that there's a major highway between an outlet and myself! I was told by ressie clerk that regular rate will be $119 to begin with but not sure if that will be permanent. I guess since they will not be participating with the enteratinment book, at first AAA will be the only general discount they will offer at 10% off.I think I'll hang onto these ressies for a while and see if anyone stays there before we depart 7/2.

 

[larworth]

I had stayed at a RI in LBV several times. It was located next to the Marriott World Center and had some frontage off I-4 across from Crossroads. It was shut down last year for some reason?

It was a very big complex and I can't imagine it sitting idle for long. However, I can't tell by the description if this is the same site or not. You had to drive past the Vistana to get there.

Does anyone know if this is the same property and why they closed the old one. I enjoyed our stay there and will put it on our list as possible places to stay on our next trip so if anyone does go let us know.

 

[dvc_john]

larworth:

The RI the original poster is talking about is a different RI - it's brand new, and on the other side of I-4.
I don't know why the RI next to Vistana / MOWC was closed.

 

[Cheryl N. WI]

FINFAN, do you have a phone # for the new Residence Inn, this sounds like a place we might like to check out for our trip to WDW next year. With the way the prices keep going up for the on property hotels we were thinking we better start checking out the offfsite hotels and a suite sure sounds nice, even at a rate of $119.00. That area is very convenient to the parks also (much nicer than Kissimee and all its road construction too!). I'd really appreciate a number to callif you have it handy!!!!

Cheryl

 

[BigDave]

I am not FINFAN, but the number is 407 465 0075. You can check out the RI by going to www.marriott.com and searching for Orlando, FL. It is the first hotel listed.

Hope this helps.

BigDave

 

[Cheryl N. WI]

Thanks BigDave!!! I checked out the link to Marriott and it sounds like a really nice place to stay! I'll have to give them a call and check if they have rates yet for June 2002 - the website only gave them thru May. Thanks again!!

Cherylinkbounc

 

[FINFAN]

Thanks for helping out Big Dave, I found the resort thru orlandodiscountrooms.com...but I called to book toll-free at 866-811-6530.I was told that booking was thru this # as the hotel wasn't officially open yet, but I'm sure that yo could call marriott and make ressies 1-800-331-3131. The opening date is scheduled for May 15th.BTW....the complimentary cocktail hour is offered M-TH only.Glad to have been of help and hope you land a great deal for your trip!

 

[shayna]

We love the Residence Inns. I still am amazed at how inexpensive they are for what you get. A full hot breakfast buffet. The rooms are wonderful. There are three basic type rooms but ALL of them are like suites. They all have a kitchen with dishes, etc. They all have sleeper sofas. Their site will give you the full desription. The penthouse suite has two floors. One b/r upstairs with a king size bed and bathroom and one b/r downstairs, and also a murphy bed with another bathroom. They are wonderful, service is wonderful and we always stay at a Residence Inn whereever we travel.

 

[ginga]

if anyone has stayed at the Residence Inn Lake Buena Vista, can you tell me how it is? Specifically the pool and grounds. I've always liked Residence Inns and I think they are a good deal, but I'm curious about this one. Thanks!

 

[LisaRay]

Well, I can't help you with a reveiw of this hotel for awhile but we just made reservations for Nov. and I will post when I return.

Especially since it's a new hotel and not alot of info on it.

 

[ginga]

we've got reservations for early July and I'm hoping someone can report on this new Residence Inn before then. Thanks anyway!

 

[baileybrad]

I spoke with someone in the sales dept. and she informed the rooms at this property that are referred as the kid friendly ones with 2 twin beds in a separate room do not have a door on the "kids" room.

We are Disney Vacation Club members but have decided to change our October stay for 9 nights from an OKW studio unit to a 1 bedroom at this property. We got a rate of $86 per day. We will miss staying on property but we love staying at Residence Inns. And it is always great to stay at a new hotel.

Can't wait to hear some first hand reports. Especially about the grounds and kids pool area. We stayed a few times at the "old RI" across the highway for some short 2 day stays before moving to Disney hotels and that resort was really getting past its prime. I can't picture where exactly where the new resort is but I know the general area and it will be very convenient to Disney, especially during a little less crowded time.