OKW Lovers Thread. Part 2

[dianeschlicht]

Check your reservation. If it says Hospitality House Area, then you are close to the main pool in one of these buildings 11, 12, 13, 14, 23, 24, 25 or 26. Otherwise, if you are at Turtle Pond or South Point you are a bit away from the main pool. Maybe a block or two away.

I don't believe RCI trades are ever placed in HH, but I could be wrong. If not HH, remember that you are always just a bus ride away from the HH area. ALL buses stop there before leaving the resort. That said, I find the Miller's Road area to be very easy access to HH. You also could request buildings 27,28, or 29 and be very close, but those buildings do not have great views.

 

[chepic]

Just returned from OKW, last minute trip booked 10 days ago! Arrived at 1:30 pm, asked for bottom floor at check in (had a guest with a foot injury), 2bd villa was ready, #4212. Since it was last minute, I hadn't made any on-line requests but received a villa in our favorite building, #42 Turtle Pond by quiet pool. I wonder if past requests stay in reservation history or the system learns, because I've gotten #42 twice now without asking?

Villa in very good condition, Turtle Crawl and Conch Fritters upon arrival, fantastic trip as usual! Park lines 5 min, food lines near to non existent, great time to go. Next.... Food and Wine!

I want my Conch Fritters!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Were they yummy????

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[BEASLYBOO]

I want my Conch Fritters!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Were they yummy????

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There were 6 of us, we had to get 3 orders and yes, they were yummy!

 

[I Run Long]

We'll be staying at OKW next year for the first time - can't wait? What are these Conch Fritters I keep hearing everyone talk about?

 

[BEASLYBOO]

We'll be staying at OKW next year for the first time - can't wait? What are these Conch Fritters I keep hearing everyone talk about?

Crispy little fried balls of goodness, served with remoulade and key lime mustard sauce. Similar to a hushpuppy but with conch and spices in it!

 

[I Run Long]

Thanks BEASLYBOO - sounds yummy! Can't wait to give it a try.

 

[chepic]

There were 6 of us, we had to get 3 orders and yes, they were yummy!

I wish I had some. We have clam cakes here, but not the same thing. I am going to have to write and see if I can get the recipe and try them at home.

I don't think I can wait until August.

che

 

[tb1972]

Just returned from OKW, last minute trip booked 10 days ago! Arrived at 1:30 pm, asked for bottom floor at check in (had a guest with a foot injury), 2bd villa was ready, #4212. Since it was last minute, I hadn't made any on-line requests but received a villa in our favorite building, #42 Turtle Pond by quiet pool. I wonder if past requests stay in reservation history or the system learns, because I've gotten #42 twice now without asking?

Villa in very good condition, Turtle Crawl and Conch Fritters upon arrival, fantastic trip as usual! Park lines 5 min, food lines near to non existent, great time to go. Next.... Food and Wine!

Are the conch fritters as good as the crab cakes? I'll have to give them a try next time!

We couldn't get a room at OKW for our Nov stay so we'll be at SSR. Booked at the 5 month mark with not many options. SSR seems similar in layout to OKW and we're looking forward to it.

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[BEASLYBOO]

Are the conch fritters as good as the crab cakes?

I'm not a fan of crab cakes, crab legs yes!

We couldn't get a room at OKW for our Nov stay so we'll be at SSR. Booked at the 5 month mark with not many options. SSR seems similar in layout to OKW and we're looking forward to it.

SSR is smaller than OKW and the studio part of a 2 bd doesn't have 2 beds which we prefer but we've stayed there many times and enjoyed it. Our favorite area prior to construction was Congress Park, DTD view!
I like parking near my villa. Personally I think mousekeeping does a better job at SSR than OKW!

 

[DevonsDisneyMom]

Quick question thinking of booking a few nights at OKW in a studio prior to our 8 day stay at AKV Jambo house. My question is this, have all the studios been renovated at this point? I love the new decor of the blues/browns/greens. The older pink decor is just not appealing to me. Appreciate your help! T

 

[Deb & Bill]

Quick question thinking of booking a few nights at OKW in a studio prior to our 8 day stay at AKV Jambo house. My question is this, have all the studios been renovated at this point? I love the new decor of the blues/browns/greens. The older pink decor is just not appealing to me. Appreciate your help! T

Yes, unfortunately, the renovation is complete. I, personally, liked the pinks and greens and pickled wood finishes.

 

[DevonsDisneyMom]

Yes, unfortunately, the renovation is complete. I, personally, liked the pinks and greens and pickled wood finishes.

Thanks!!! I'm more of an earth tone girl . Have you stayed at OKW? What are your thoughts on it? We are going to stay there for two nights before we check into AKV for the week. Not planning on doing any parks while at OKW just down town Disney. And maybe universal. My DS is bugging the heck out of me to go back there much to my dismay. Lol

 

[Chuck S]

Just for clarity, the original room interiors were not pink, though they looked that way in some photos. They were coral to match the studio bathrooms.

 

[DevonsDisneyMom]

Just for clarity, the original room interiors were not pink, though they looked that way in some photos. They were coral to match the studio bathrooms.

Interesting! Thanks for sharing. Definitely looked pink in photos.

 

[KyGirl]

I asked this question on the regular Resorts board but maybe this is a more appropriate place.

We're staying in OKW the week after Thanksgiving on rented points and we are SO EXCITED! It's the first trip to Disney for our (then) 18 month old DD. Anyway, I asked on the other board if it was possible to request a pack n play (or crib but she'd be fine with either) and even a high chair, so we can eat in the room. Somebody over there mentioned that all the rooms already have a pack n play AND a high chair automatically. Is that accurate? Seems too good to be true!

Thanks for your help!

 

[DevonsDisneyMom]

I asked this question on the regular Resorts board but maybe this is a more appropriate place.

We're staying in OKW the week after Thanksgiving on rented points and we are SO EXCITED! It's the first trip to Disney for our (then) 18 month old DD. Anyway, I asked on the other board if it was possible to request a pack n play (or crib but she'd be fine with either) and even a high chair, so we can eat in the room. Somebody over there mentioned that all the rooms already have a pack n play AND a high chair automatically. Is that accurate? Seems too good to be true!

Thanks for your help!

Not sure about the high chair. But they definitely already all have pack and plays in the closet in the room.

 

[OKW Lover]

Somebody over there mentioned that all the rooms already have a pack n play AND a high chair automatically. Is that accurate? !

Yes, that is true. All units come with a pack n play and a high chair. They are usually found in the closet.

 

[tink_lover]

I'm getting excited to visit OKW for the first time next month! As I'm trying to plan the schedule for the day we transfer to AKL Jambo, can anyone recommend the best way to get there? Not sure if we will haul our stuff ourselves or let our luggage get transferred then head to a park. Thanks!

 

[Deb & Bill]

I'm getting excited to visit OKW for the first time next month! As I'm trying to plan the schedule for the day we transfer to AKL Jambo, can anyone recommend the best way to get there? Not sure if we will haul our stuff ourselves or let our luggage get transferred then head to a park. Thanks!

If you have a car, take it yourself. If you have cool items, you can leave those with Bell Services until you are able to get into your villa.

 

[NJGoofy]

Hi,

We have a reservation for two studios at old key west, which both have the near hospitality house category.....How close are the buildings to one another? Is there a certain building that would be more preferable (quieter for sleeping?)....

Thanks.