OKW lovers thread !!!

[FormrCastMbr]

Glad that you had such a great OKW stay, we love it too!
Interested to know how you found the Turtle Pond area............which building were you in, what was your view? Did the pool there get very crowded?
We are normally down at South Point in building 55, have also tried 45 and 46, but would like a change! Any photos would be brilliant!

On the bus issue, have to say that the buses were brilliant last time we were there and never waited more than 5-10mins.

Thank you!

We were in Turtle Pond Bldg. 31 this time and I believe 30 last time. It was a beautiful water view. I am downloading pictures now and will eidt my post shortly with some.

There were alot of people at the pool but it wasn't too crowded. We were able to get lounges, no problem. My DS10 prefers the main pool though due to the slide there.

I never really had a problem with the buses in the past. My husband wanted to try the car rental and it worked well for us. We ate off site a few times and it came in handy since we had to take my son to the Urgent Care. He wound up coming down with Bells Palsy on our trip ...Thank God he is doing well.

 

[Verandah Man]

Thanks for sharing the pics and tip on room location. We called MS a little bit ago to add a second Studio to our ressie, while we were on the phone we put in a request for Bldg 30 or one in that area for our upcoming trip Home!!!

 

[maciec]

I am really bummed. I just called and tried to get dinner reservations at Olivias for 8/24 or 8/25 party of 6 and the earliest time I could get was 7:10. I really wanted something earlier. I was hoping to order a birthday cake and be able to take the leftovers back to our room after dinner. I booked a back up at Portobello Yacht Club just in case no one wants to eat at 7:10. I tried getting an earlier reservations at a bunch of reservations (anything outside of the parks) and there was nothing available. The CM that I talked to sounded like he was going page by page trying to find me something and there was nothing - DARN FREE DINING and my lateness!
So I will keep trying for an earlier time at Olivia's.

 

[Debs Hill]

Anyone else like staying in the Turtle Pond area? Is there much bus noise there? Would love to see some more photos and any building recommendations you may have!!!
We are not going to OKW until August 09, so it's so nice to hear about all your trips!!
Debsx

 

[chepic]

Love this picture....you are inspiring me for our next trip. I am a scrapbooker and I am always looking for a new shot of the same landscape/hotel area.

Cheryl

 

[Flyerfan]

We are doing a split stay (actually 3-way split - OKW, Swan, SSR). I hope the buses are running OK. We have a tour booked for one day...I hope to get the earliest bus. I've heard they start running early for the character breakfasts and tours. Anyone have any experience with this?

Also, what section at OKW would you recommend for a couple, no kids who don't care how far they have to walk but want quiet? If there is such a section.

 

[dvczerfs]

We are doing a split stay (actually 3-way split - OKW, Swan, SSR). I hope the buses are running OK. We have a tour booked for one day...I hope to get the earliest bus. I've heard they start running early for the character breakfasts and tours. Anyone have any experience with this?

Also, what section at OKW would you recommend for a couple, no kids who don't care how far they have to walk but want quiet? If there is such a section.

hey fello dutchmen!! we always stay at okw, its quiet at the resort, during the day alot of times it looks like theres nobody around. i often find myself napping on the balcony. we were there this past dec. and bus's were running atleast an hour before the park opened. good luck and have fun and bring the cup back to philly! i was only 10 the last time i was at a parade on broad street!!

 

[chalee94]

Also, what section at OKW would you recommend for a couple, no kids who don't care how far they have to walk but want quiet? If there is such a section.

it's a loooong way from the HH, but i liked bldg 49 for being quiet. it was at the end of a road past the point where the buses turn around. in the south point area, it looks like bldg 54-55 might also be fairly quiet, with a canal view...

OKW in general is pretty quiet, but i was a little concerned about bus noise going through the resort...

 

[chepic]

We've stayed in quite a few of the areas, and I have never really noticed any bus noice until we are walking out the door. Even with sitting out on the porches, nothing really to take notice of.

Maybe just me.

cheryl

 

[Flyerfan]

hey fello dutchmen!! we always stay at okw, its quiet at the resort, during the day alot of times it looks like theres nobody around. i often find myself napping on the balcony. we were there this past dec. and bus's were running atleast an hour before the park opened. good luck and have fun and bring the cup back to philly! i was only 10 the last time i was at a parade on broad street!!

Thanks! I want to see the cup parade down broad street soooo bad. I'm hoping next season (been saying that every year).

 

[Flyerfan]

it's a loooong way from the HH, but i liked bldg 49 for being quiet. it was at the end of a road past the point where the buses turn around. in the south point area, it looks like bldg 54-55 might also be fairly quiet, with a canal view...

OKW in general is pretty quiet, but i was a little concerned about bus noise going through the resort...

It doesn't matter the distance. We've stayed at SSR and walked a great distance there. We just don't want to be in the center of everything. I'll try for 54-55. Thanks!

 

[Debs Hill]

If you're looking for peace and quiet then building 55 is lovely! Ask for a room on as high a floor as possible for maximum quiet. It overlooks the canal, is a 2 min walk from the bus stop and right next to a quiet pool. I read on a previous post that someone had really bad luck with noise from the hot tub at night, but haven't experienced this myself!!! Yet! ha! ha!

Have also tried 45 and 46 and whilst they also have nice views of the canal they are further from any pools and there was a lot more bus noise.

We are tempted to try the Turtle Pond area next time having read the posts here!
Debsxx

 

[bunkkinsmom]

COUNTING DOWN TO OUR FIRST OKW STAY!! And it's a Grand Villa!! Very excited. A little nervous, I rented points for my stay and the Gentleman is very nice, but I'm a little freaked out about not being able to call and check on my ressie. I'm sure its fine, but my tummy will be in knots when we check in!! We requested building 63, last week of January.

 

[cookies]

We are staying in a grand villa in November. Any area to request? The group consists of 4 adults, 15 yo, 13 yo, 7 yo, 6 yo and almost 5 yo. Near pools and a bus stop?

 

[MAC3]

Hi All,

We are currectly @ BWV. Today we switched from a 2 BDRM into the studio part of it. It is so much harder downsizing at the end. We should have done it in the beginning, but thanks to family members backing out at the last minute we couldn't.

Anyway, my family was split Dh loved OKW and DD & I loved BWV with OKW as a second love but after this stay I too am an OKW lover & DH & I have decided never to stay here again.

I don't know if it was just our section of the building (because it looks like they are refurbing the INN side but this section is in dire need of new carpet.

Both in the halls & the rooms that we have been in.

Although, we were given my request UPPER FLOOR but I laugh every trip back to the room because all I can think about is richyams.....the endless walk to my room. I am litterally 1 room away from the end of the building.

I miss parking outside out unit. Oh well next time! So add us to the list, I sure hope it doesn't grow to popular, we'll never get in.

Weather has been fabulous! Sorry mods I know it sounds like more of a trip report. But just wanted to say how much we missed OKW.

Regards

 

[disneydadrrm]

In May, my wife and I stayed at Turtle cove (building 34) in a one bedroom. It was spectacular. Everything about our stay was wonderful. We were close to the bus stop but did not hear buses from inside the room. It was our first time in a one bedroom (just for two ). It won't be our last.
In fact, we loved it so much, that we decided to buy a larger package of points at OKW and are going to sell our points at VWL!!!

 

[disneydadrrm]

In May, my wife and I stayed at Turtle cove (building 34) in a one bedroom. It was spectacular. Everything about our stay was wonderful. We were close to the bus stop but did not hear buses from inside the room. It was our first time in a one bedroom (just for two ). It won't be our last.
In fact, we loved it so much, that we decided to buy a larger package of points at OKW and are going to sell our points at VWL!!!

 

[Verandah Man]

I know this is the place to ask these questions. I saw in my DVC Planner that OKW has a Fitness Center.

1) Where is the Fitness Center located in OKW?

2) What kind of exercing machines do they have there?

My DD and I have recently started doing morning workouts and we would like to continue our workouts while we are at OKW during our next visit home.

Thanks for your help!!!

 

[FormrCastMbr]

I know this is the place to ask these questions. I saw in my DVC Planner that OKW has a Fitness Center.

1) Where is the Fitness Center located in OKW?

2) What kind of exercing machines do they have there?

My DD and I have recently started doing morning workouts and we would like to continue our workouts while we are at OKW during our next visit home.

Thanks for your help!!!

The fitness center is right by the main pool. If you walk passed Good to Go, Hanks, the Community Room, it is right there.

I peeked in on my last trip and it was on the small side. I am sure it fits the need. I think All Ears has some pics....

Here are the pics:

http://allears.net/acc/g_okw.htm

 

[Verandah Man]

The fitness center is right by the main pool. If you walk passed Good to Go, Hanks, the Community Room, it is right there.

I peeked in on my last trip and it was on the small side. I am sure it fits the need. I think All Ears has some pics....

Here are the pics:

http://allears.net/acc/g_okw.htm

Thanks so much!!!