
Just Back From 5 fabulous nights and six magnificent days!
Wilderness Lodge was everything I had hoped for and more! We have stayed at most of the other deluxes and I have to say Wilderness Lodge is at the top of my list. Thanks to everyone on this board for all of the useful information.
Weather: All the rain has kept the temperature about 10 degrees cooler than usual (that's what a CM told us). Only used the mister fan one day. It was usually nice and sunny until about 1:00 or 3:00, then it rained for an hour or two and stopped. We had one day with no rain! YOO HOO!
Room: We were offered an upgrade to concierge for $35.00 a night. However, the room we were initially assigned was exactly what I requested, so this made the decision very difficult. I wanted to see our room (#4159)before deciding to upgrade. Well it has a fabulous view! It was perfect. My DH however thought it would be silly not to upgrade. He suggested that I ask to see which concierge room I would be in before deciding to switch. The CM, Roxie, was very helpful and actually showed us two different concierge rooms. We chose the one right next to the Yellowstone Suite. Room #7129. It had a breathtaking view looking out toward the courtyard and lake. Concierge was definitely worth upgrading to! We could see the fireworks from the MK explode above the lodge or we walked down the hall to the other wing, opened the shutters and could see the castle and fireworks perfectly. The snacks were great. We had all the soft drinks and water bottles we wanted, and I loved eating breakfast while gazing down at the lobby.
Transportation: We had a car, but used Disney transportation a lot. It worked smoothly for us. Almost every time we walked down the dock a boat was just approaching. When we went to the MK our boat went directly there each time except once. Returning from the MK we usually stopped at Fort Wilderness first. Once we went directly from MK to Lodge. The ride was relaxing. In the morning we were on the boat at 8:30 and arrived at 8:40.
I celebrated my birthday while I was there. At the beginning of our stay, I received a beautiful cake with candles. On my actual birthday, I received a fabulous balloon bouquet with totem pole chocolates. All from the staff at the Wilderness Lodge.
My 12 year old daughter loved the Wilderness Lodge (It's #2 on her list of 5). My husband places it #1.
I'll be glad to answer any questions. I envy those of you who still have the anticipation and excitement of preparing.
