OKW lovers thread !!!

[Deb & Bill]

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?

If you booked on points, your reservation will state, near HH. If you did not get HH area, your reservation won't have that designation.

If you booked for cash, you won't get HH area. That's reserved for points stays.

HH Area isn't a request, it's a booking category.

And there is a boat to DTD from the Hospitality House.

 

[dianeschlicht]

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?

You can't just "ask" for a room near HH, you have to specifically book in that category. I've never thought getting to the main pool was such a big deal from any part of the resort though.

 

[mickeysbestfriend]

for the first time since buying into DVC and I can tell you, it was a disappointment. We stayed at VWL in a studio and it was more like staying at a small Holiday Inn Express than a deluxe accomodation! We found that our LOVE for Old Key West is not misplaced one bit. The rooms were smaller, less welcoming and the decor was a jumbled up collage of mismatched items. The pool was okay and the proximity to MK was good and we loved taking the launches but it was just not home

My wife said she might be willing to try Animal Kingdom if we can't get into OKW but I think she'd be bummed being so far from everything

bill

 

[chepic]

for the first time since buying into DVC and I can tell you, it was a disappointment. We stayed at VWL in a studio and it was more like staying at a small Holiday Inn Express than a deluxe accomodation! We found that our LOVE for Old Key West is not misplaced one bit. The rooms were smaller, less welcoming and the decor was a jumbled up collage of mismatched items. The pool was okay and the proximity to MK was good and we loved taking the launches but it was just not home

My wife said she might be willing to try Animal Kingdom if we can't get into OKW but I think she'd be bummed being so far from everything

bill

Bill, I agree. We stayed there once in a 1 bedroom and still found it very tight, especially when compared to our OKW. Our kids are always disappointed when we stay anywhere else but "our home" and they are quick to point out the differences!!!

We did stay at AK 2 years ago, and although it is far away from everything, seeing the animals every morning and night was a pleasure, and I loved being near Boma.

che

 

[Fundytrail]

HH Area isn't a request, it's a booking category.

Has this changed as one of the options in the "new" on line check in requests is, Hospitality House Area?

The complete list of options below;

Pack 'n Play® Playard
Room Requests
Request South Point Road Area
Request Old Turtle Pond Road Area
Request Miller's Road Area
Request Canal View
Request Peninsular Road Are
Ground floor
Requests Dual Lavatory Entrances
Request Hospitality House Area
Request Canal View
Request Fairway View
Near transportation

 

[Deb & Bill]

Has this changed as one of the options in the "new" on line check in requests is, Hospitality House Area?

The complete list of options below;

Pack 'n Play® Playard
Room Requests
Request South Point Road Area
Request Old Turtle Pond Road Area
Request Miller's Road Area
Request Canal View
Request Peninsular Road Are
Ground floor
Requests Dual Lavatory Entrances
Request Hospitality House Area
Request Canal View
Request Fairway View
Near transportation

No, it's still a booking category. That has to be a mistake. Just like the pack and play. Every villa has one already. No need to request one.

 

[SusieBea]

No, it's still a booking category. That has to be a mistake. Just like the pack and play. Every villa has one already. No need to request one.

Deb's correct (as usual). If you attempt to book OKW online, you are given the options, for example, of a 1 bedroom or a 1 bedroom Hospitality area. This is true in all accommodation sizes. It is not a request; it is a booking catagory.

 

[Fundytrail]

No, it's still a booking category. That has to be a mistake. Just like the pack and play. Every villa has one already. No need to request one.

Is there any possibility this may have changed?

Below is the on line check in for SSR and it includes pack and play

 

[Deb & Bill]

Is there any possibility this may have changed?

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No, every DVC villa has a pack and play in the closet. Not all the resort rooms have them, though, so it might just be a left over in programming.

 

[Fundytrail]

No, every DVC villa has a pack and play in the closet. Not all the resort rooms have them, though, so it might just be a left over in programming.

OK, Thanks, that sounds very possible.

 

[Tybalt]

My husband and I are going to OKW for the first time this summer, and we are bringing his parents, brothers, and sisters. While trying to figure out which buildings to request, I have been trying (in vain) to figure out whether all of the two bedroom villas have entrances to the jacuzzi from the living room.

I see that the villas in buildings 30 and up have two entrances to the master bathroom, but I have also read that the jacuzzi is separate from the master bathroom. We really want to stay near the HH, but those buildings are numbers 11-14 and 22-26.

Do all 2 bedroom villas have entrances to the jacuzzi from the living room? Or should I request any particular buildings?

 

[Deb & Bill]

My husband and I are going to OKW for the first time this summer, and we are bringing his parents, brothers, and sisters. While trying to figure out which buildings to request, I have been trying (in vain) to figure out whether all of the two bedroom villas have entrances to the jacuzzi from the living room.

I see that the villas in buildings 30 and up have two entrances to the master bathroom, but I have also read that the jacuzzi is separate from the master bathroom. We really want to stay near the HH, but those buildings are numbers 11-14 and 22-26.

Do all 2 bedroom villas have entrances to the jacuzzi from the living room? Or should I request any particular buildings?

If you get HH area, you won't have the extra door from the laundry room to the shower/toilet room. Those are only Bldg 30 and higher.

But the jacuzzi tub is separate from the shower/toilet room, but there isn't a door from the bedroom, just an opening to walk through. If someone is using the jacuzzi tub in the master bathroom, anyone in the master bedroom would hear them and possibly see them with the shutters between the bedroom and the tub. It's not private from the bedroom.

 

[glaserjm]

Just wanted to let all you OKW'ers know that DH and I will be holding down the fort beginning on Saturday...I can't believe my ticker is less than a week!

I have a question though, I am currently training for a half-marathon, and I'm pretty deep into the program, so am trying not to take a break during vacation. Has anyone run around OKW before? Are there sidewalks in the coves and do you feel it is safe? Does anybody have an idea of what the distance is if I basically cover the entire resort?

Thanks!
Jayne

 

[wdwfan0123]

I have a question though, I am currently training for a half-marathon, and I'm pretty deep into the program, so am trying not to take a break during vacation. Has anyone run around OKW before? Are there sidewalks in the coves and do you feel it is safe? Does anybody have an idea of what the distance is if I basically cover the entire resort?

Thanks!
Jayne[/QUOTE]

The website: disneyrunning.com has maps of jogging trails in the different resorts and the mileage for each route.

 

[disbis]

I'm afraid the only thing I've ever run for at OKW is the bus, and that was a bit of an effort.

But I hope you have a wonderful time and good luck with the half marathon.

Best Wishes

Lorraine

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

The website: disneyrunning.com has maps of jogging trails in the different resorts and the mileage for each route.

Thank you so much for this website. Very helpful!

 

[dvczerfs]

I'm afraid the only thing I've ever run for at OKW is the bus, and that was a bit of an effort.

But I hope you have a wonderful time and good luck with the half marathon.

Best Wishes

Lorraine

I'm with you. The only thing i run for is the bathroom.
I do admire the people who run that marathon.
GOOD LUCK!

 

[stopher1]

I'm with you. The only thing i run for is the bathroom.
I do admire the people who run that marathon.
GOOD LUCK!

Hi Dave!

Heading back to OKW at the end of April, beginning of May. I can't wait! I love it there, definitely becoming one of my favorites at WDW.

 

[dvczerfs]

Hi Dave!

Heading back to OKW at the end of April, beginning of May. I can't wait! I love it there, definitely becoming one of my favorites at WDW.

The place tends to grow on you!! I wont be back to okw till September. I have a 8 night stint at the poly in may to do first. Your more than welcome to text as many pictures from "home" as you like in may!

 

[Woosterguy]

We were at OKW a week ago and while there discovered a path that lead over to Saratoga Springs. It was a pleasant walk on a paved path but there were a few maintenance vehicles that came along. Not sure how far it was. Path started out by BLDG 55. Enjoy