OKW lovers thread !!!

[ineedmyblankie]

We are booked for October 2012 for OKW! I have a few questions about OKW and buildings. When the family we are traveling with booked the room (not DVC members), they weren't given an option of near HH or not. From what I've read, it sounds like it is a different booking than other rooms. Is that correct? What buildings are considered as the HH area? Are there any buildings from which you can see fireworks at night? Does every building have all of the room types? We will be staying in a 2BR.

THANKS IN ADVANCE!

 

[Woosterguy]

It's snowing at the moment so looking foward to checking in to sunny and warm OKW tomorrow. Can't wait

 

[jimmytammy]

We are booked for October 2012 for OKW! I have a few questions about OKW and buildings. When the family we are traveling with booked the room (not DVC members), they weren't given an option of near HH or not. From what I've read, it sounds like it is a different booking than other rooms. Is that correct? What buildings are considered as the HH area? Are there any buildings from which you can see fireworks at night? Does every building have all of the room types? We will be staying in a 2BR.

THANKS IN ADVANCE!

I dont think the CMs at DVC ask if you would like HH area, you have to request it. It doesnt cost any more pts, but it is considered its own booking category. I believe bldgs. 11-16 and 62-64 are def. HH area. We have seen fireworks from Turtle Pond area, so Im sure depending most areas will allow some view of them. Bear in mind there are lots of trees, plus your bldg may be turned in a way that you can hear but not see them. A vet OKWer can answer your questions about the bldgs/room type scenario. Im still learning but trying to catch up fast. We are going to be there in a few weeks to do more research

Here is a link to a OKW map that may help you see the gen. layout

www.wdwinfo.com/resortmaps/okwmap.htm

 

[dianeschlicht]

We are booked for October 2012 for OKW! I have a few questions about OKW and buildings. When the family we are traveling with booked the room (not DVC members), they weren't given an option of near HH or not. From what I've read, it sounds like it is a different booking than other rooms. Is that correct? What buildings are considered as the HH area? Are there any buildings from which you can see fireworks at night? Does every building have all of the room types? We will be staying in a 2BR.

THANKS IN ADVANCE!

If your reservation was made either through CRO or via an RCI exchange, they would not be offered the HH category, since it's only available to DVC. At least that's what I've been told in the past. People who book through anything other than DVC aren't able to book in the HH category.

Here is the map with the HH category marked. Buildings outlined in blue are HH category. You really can't see much fireworks from Epcot unless you are near the road, and those rooms aren't the best view. I can tell you that our favorite buildings are 45, 46, 55,56, 15, 16, 23, and 21. Many like the '60's' buildings too, but those are often reserved for people with mobility issues because they are the only elevator buildings at OKW.

 

[dianeschlicht]

I forgot to mention in the above post that our least favorite buildings are 28, 29, 36, and 40. I haven't stayed in all OKW buildings, but I've stayed in quite a few over the past 16 years.

 

[Deb & Bill]

Bldg 62, 63 and 64 are not considered HH area. And if you are a cash guest through Disney Reservation Center, you cannot book the HH area. You'll get the other villas. HH Area is reserved for DVC guests on points.

 

[TheIncredibles!]

If your reservation was made either through CRO or via an RCI exchange, they would not be offered the HH category, since it's only available to DVC. At least that's what I've been told in the past. People who book through anything other than DVC aren't able to book in the HH category.

Here is the map with the HH category marked. Buildings outlined in blue are HH category. You really can't see much fireworks from Epcot unless you are near the road, and those rooms aren't the best view. I can tell you that our favorite buildings are 45, 46, 55,56, 15, 16, 23, and 21. Many like the '60's' buildings too, but those are often reserved for people with mobility issues because they are the only elevator buildings at OKW.

We were in Building 21 last month. Great location, wonderful view and if you stood out the front you could see the fireworks at night over the trees etc.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Haven't stayed at OKW in a number of years....(2008). Any specific bldg better than others for studios ? I have two studios reserved for end of April into May. By "better" I guess the view (farther away from busses/fumes) ? I don't need to be close to a bus stop necessarily as we drive much more when staying at OKW. Thanks guys

 

[dianeschlicht]

Haven't stayed at OKW in a number of years....(2008). Any specific bldg better than others for studios ? I have two studios reserved for end of April into May. By "better" I guess the view (farther away from busses/fumes) ? I don't need to be close to a bus stop necessarily as we drive much more when staying at OKW. Thanks guys

Buildings 45, 46, 55.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Diane ! I do believe we've stayed in 45 before.....and loved it !
Wasn't sure about the others.....

 

[Belle5]

Short but sweet subscription to this thread. Maybe someday I will get to stay at Old Key West, but our party size has changed and OKW won't provide us enough room without going with the (very expensive) grand villa.

 

[ineedmyblankie]

If your reservation was made either through CRO or via an RCI exchange, they would not be offered the HH category, since it's only available to DVC. At least that's what I've been told in the past. People who book through anything other than DVC aren't able to book in the HH category.

Here is the map with the HH category marked. Buildings outlined in blue are HH category. You really can't see much fireworks from Epcot unless you are near the road, and those rooms aren't the best view. I can tell you that our favorite buildings are 45, 46, 55,56, 15, 16, 23, and 21. Many like the '60's' buildings too, but those are often reserved for people with mobility issues because they are the only elevator buildings at OKW.

Thanks, everyone! Thanks especially for the detailed map. I had the other one without all of the highlighted buildings, but this one is so much better for planning.

 

[kid-at-heart]

Yea!!! We are going to be staying in OKW in May.

I reserved a one bedroom in the HH area to please my spouse and child. I, however, would like a villa that is quiet and has a canal view. Do any of the HH units offer a canal view? Are the villas in this area quiet? Is bus noise a problem?

Many thanks!
kate

 

[dawne98]

going to be up at OKW in March! IT's going to be our 1st time just mom two DD's and me her DD lol, we are not going to do any parks just a weekend get away It's all about the pool lol so where would be the best to ask for our room to be for the BEST pool? BTW my DD's are 13 years old and 4 years old

 

[Deb & Bill]

going to be up at OKW in March! IT's going to be our 1st time just mom two DD's and me her DD lol, we are not going to do any parks just a weekend get away It's all about the pool lol so where would be the best to ask for our room to be for the BEST pool? BTW my DD's are 13 years old and 4 years old

If you didn't book Hospitality House Area, you'll either need to walk to or take a bus to the themed pool near the HH.

 

[dianeschlicht]

It depends on if you want to be at the main pool or one of the 3 other pools. Since you have a wide range of ages, I'm going to guess the main pool is your destination of choice.

I assume you are NOT booked in HH area, so just ask to be near a bus stop. ANY bus will stop at HH last, so you are never farther than the nearest bus stop from the HH pool. That pool has a great sand castle slide and a wonderful children's sand play area and kiddie pool. All the other pools will be smaller, but they might also be quieter. The main pool will also have a lot of activities for the kids.

 

[mlittig]

Yea!!! We are going to be staying in OKW in May.

I reserved a one bedroom in the HH area to please my spouse and child. I, however, would like a villa that is quiet and has a canal view. Do any of the HH units offer a canal view? Are the villas in this area quiet? Is bus noise a problem?

Many thanks!
kate

The only buildings that have canal views are 45, 46 and 55 and none of them are in the hospitality area

 

[kid-at-heart]

The only buildings that have canal views are 45, 46 and 55 and none of them are in the hospitality area

Thank you!

kate

 

[dawne98]

It depends on if you want to be at the main pool or one of the 3 other pools. Since you have a wide range of ages, I'm going to guess the main pool is your destination of choice.

I assume you are NOT booked in HH area, so just ask to be near a bus stop. ANY bus will stop at HH last, so you are never farther than the nearest bus stop from the HH pool. That pool has a great sand castle slide and a wonderful children's sand play area and kiddie pool. All the other pools will be smaller, but they might also be quieter. The main pool will also have a lot of activities for the kids.

Thanks we did ask for room by the HH I hope we get it. When I look at the photo's of the main pool it looks like a lot of fun
BTW do they have a boat that you go on to DTD?

 

[Pattiwig]

Thanks we did ask for room by the HH I hope we get it. When I look at the photo's of the main pool it looks like a lot of fun
BTW do they have a boat that you go on to DTD?

Yes they do. Right near Olivia's.