Ohana check in question

[haPevraftr]

I have read in a few different places that checking in at Ohana is a bit of a nightmare and I know we need to get there early. We have a 5:05 ADR (party of 7).
We are just going to be at WDW from Friday- Sunday. In the past we have taken the kids (DD 7 and DS 4) back to the resort for naps, but have decided not to this year since we are only in MK for just one day and they typically aren't napping anymore. In lieu of returning to CSR for naps, I am thinking that I could arrive to Ohana earlier than originally planned (hoping to be toward the front of the check in line) and let the kids snooze on the laps of DH and DSIL while waiting for our ADR. Is there a place for them to sit? Where exactly is the check in podium? I could then wait in line at the check in podium (with adult beverage in hand).

If we leave MK @ 3:30 and take the monorail to Poly, is it possible to get there and find a spot to relax by 4:00? If I am going to do this, I want to make sure I get there in enough time for them to actually sleep and not be grouchier for having fallen asleep.

 

[daisyduck123]

I have read in a few different places that checking in at Ohana is a bit of a nightmare and I know we need to get there early. We have a 5:05 ADR (party of 7).
We are just going to be at WDW from Friday- Sunday. In the past we have taken the kids (DD 7 and DS 4) back to the resort for naps, but have decided not to this year since we are only in MK for just one day and they typically aren't napping anymore. In lieu of returning to CSR for naps, I am thinking that I could arrive to Ohana earlier than originally planned (hoping to be toward the front of the check in line) and let the kids snooze on the laps of DH and DSIL while waiting for our ADR. Is there a place for them to sit? Where exactly is the check in podium? I could then wait in line at the check in podium (with adult beverage in hand).

If we leave MK @ 3:30 and take the monorail to Poly, is it possible to get there and find a spot to relax by 4:00? If I am going to do this, I want to make sure I get there in enough time for them to actually sleep and not be grouchier for having fallen asleep.

Yes, if you leave MK @ 3:30, you'll be at 'Ohana to check-in by 4pm.

The check-in podium is right there, about 10 feet from the bar. There are several big chairs (and some small ones) that you can settle down in (if they're not already occupied) but I wouldn't count on the kids sleeping there. Mine would've never napped there...there's just too much going on and too much to look at...including a gift shop nearby.

 

[Scrappy_Tink]

Just keep them going on a loop on the monorail for an hour, that will put them to sleep!

 

[Hopefully]

I agree with PP, I don't think a 7 yo and a 4 yo would be able to sleep in the area you wait for 'OHana. It is very chaotic and noisy, with lots of activity in the area. There are several chairs in the area, but it gets very crowded and most folks end up standing.