"Other Charges"

[hrh_disney_queen]

Are there any? I mean, for example...if I check in to a DVC resort, do NOT use my room key to charge ANYTHING, what will show up on my bill when I check out?

Mousekeeping? (Is there even daily mousekeeping in a DVC Villa?)

Resort fees?

Taxes?

anything?

 

[drusba]

With DVC, you get limited housekeeping (trash and towel service on fourth day unless staying 8 nights or more when you get full cleaning on fourth day) and there is no additional charge for it. You can purchase additional daily maid service if you want more than what is usually provided. If you charge nothing to the room and don't buy additional maid service, there will be no charges added to your bill. In other words, your bill will be zero when you leave.

 

[Cyndibear]

If you don't use your room charge to buy anything your balance upon leaving will be zero.

Cyndi

 

[hrh_disney_queen]

Thanks!! That thought just popped into my head that there may still be resort fees or taxes ...Disney always has a way to extract just one more dollar out of my already barren pocket. Good to know.

 

[backyardponder]

If you are staying on points, you are using something you own, therefore, no taxes!!!!

 

[Judy WI]

Those ".00" check out statements are wonderful.

 

[bsbrady]

Does anyone know how much the additional mousekeeping costs?

 

[wdwnut]

Trust me- you won't need or want housekeeping. It made me hesitate too initially, but you are at your "home"!. Do you have a housekeeper at your home? If so, you may want to pay for it during your stay. It's not like you would have to do anything you wouldn't do at home. If you don't want to make your bed, don't. It's nice not to have to think about anyone gong into your "home" when you're not there.

 

[CarolAnnC]

Does anyone know how much the additional mousekeeping costs?

Pay As You Play
With Pay As You Play service, you'll be provided with the following amenities free of charge at the start of your stay. After that, you may purchase more for the following fees:

Toiletries Package, $5.00 - 1 facial soap, 1 bath soap, 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 1 shower gel
Coffee Package, $3.00 - 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners
Towel Package, $6.00 - 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat
Laundry Detergent (only in One-, Two-, and Three-bedroom Vacation Homes), $1.00 - 1 box

Additional Full Cleaning Rates:
Studio/Inn Room - $30.00 per day requested
One-Bedroom - $45.00 per day requested
Two-Bedroom - $60.00 per day requested
Three-Bedroom - $75.00 per day requested

Additional Trash & Towel Rates:
Studio/Inn Room - $15.00 per day requested
One-Bedroom - $20.00 per day requested
Two-Bedroom - $25.00 per day requested
Three-Bedroom - $35.00 per day requested

Note: Rates are subject to change.

 

[CarolAnnC]

Are there any? I mean, for example...if I check in to a DVC resort, do NOT use my room key to charge ANYTHING, what will show up on my bill when I check out?

Mousekeeping? (Is there even daily mousekeeping in a DVC Villa?)

Resort fees?

Taxes?

anything?

If you are not a member, there are charges for internet usage.

Also, some resorts such as BWV that offer room service would incur a charge to your room if you were to order.

Also, some of the events offered in Community Hall have a fee involved that will be charged to your room.

 

[bsbrady]

Trust me- you won't need or want housekeeping. It made me hesitate too initially, but you are at your "home"!. Do you have a housekeeper at your home? If so, you may want to pay for it during your stay. It's not like you would have to do anything you wouldn't do at home. If you don't want to make your bed, don't. It's nice not to have to think about anyone gong into your "home" when you're not there.

For me personally, I dont care, but we go down with my In laws once a year, so I was just thinking if we stayed at a 2 br villa.

 

[DebbieB]

Are they DVC members? I believe there is a resort fee if you go through an exchange (like RCI).

 

[frkymcky]

Pay As You Play
With Pay As You Play service, you'll be provided with the following amenities free of charge at the start of your stay. After that, you may purchase more for the following fees:

Toiletries Package, $5.00 - 1 facial soap, 1 bath soap, 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 1 shower gel
Coffee Package, $3.00 - 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners
Towel Package, $6.00 - 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat
Laundry Detergent (only in One-, Two-, and Three-bedroom Vacation Homes), $1.00 - 1 box

Additional Full Cleaning Rates:
Studio/Inn Room - $30.00 per day requested
One-Bedroom - $45.00 per day requested
Two-Bedroom - $60.00 per day requested
Three-Bedroom - $75.00 per day requested

Additional Trash & Towel Rates:
Studio/Inn Room - $15.00 per day requested
One-Bedroom - $20.00 per day requested
Two-Bedroom - $25.00 per day requested
Three-Bedroom - $35.00 per day requested

Note: Rates are subject to change.

Real dumb question I am sure, so sorry......The amount of towels provided in a room are based on what? Example I have a 2BR villa at OKW which accomodates 8, I would think a 2BR would have atleast 8 towels, am I right? So sorry for the (dumb)question.

 

[owensamo]

There are towels provided up to the occupancy of the room. So all 2 bedrooms are stocked with towels enough for 8.

 

[disneytraveler]

Trust me- you won't need or want housekeeping. It made me hesitate too initially, but you are at your "home"!. Do you have a housekeeper at your home? If so, you may want to pay for it during your stay. It's not like you would have to do anything you wouldn't do at home. If you don't want to make your bed, don't. It's nice not to have to think about anyone gong into your "home" when you're not there.

Sounds little misleading to me. I will be staying at home resort at the SSR(New dvc member) in November. I would still need to clean the bed linings or i am incorrect. I have the limited service -towels and trash. Or would reserving service for bed cleaning be ok. I dont mind cleaning the stuff myself.

 

[CarolMN]

Sounds little misleading to me. I will be staying at home resort at the SSR(New dvc member) in November. I would still need to clean the bed linings or i am incorrect. I have the limited service -towels and trash. Or would reserving service for bed cleaning be ok. I dont mind cleaning the stuff myself.

You will have a clean unit when you check in. All of the beds will be made with clean linens, and the bathrooms will be stocked with clean towels - each bathroom will have 4 bath towels, 4 face cloths, 2 hand towels and a bath mat. if you want more towels, you can 'rent" a pack for $6. A pack is same as listed above.

If your stay is 7 nights, you get the Trash & Towel service on Day 4 of your stay (Day 1 is check in Day). Trash is taken out and used towels are exchanged for clean ones.

If you want to wash sheets during your stay you can, but I think most people do not if their stay is 7 nights or less.

If your stay is 8 nights or more, then you get a full housekeeping service on Day 4. That includes a change of bed linens.

HTH a little. Enjoy your trip!

 

[disneytraveler]

You will have a clean unit when you check in. All of the beds will be made with clean linens, and the bathrooms will be stocked with clean towels - each bathroom will have 4 bath towels, 4 face cloths, 2 hand towels and a bath mat. if you want more towels, you can 'rent" a pack for $6. A pack is same as listed above.

If your stay is 7 nights, you get the Trash & Towel service on Day 4 of your stay (Day 1 is check in Day). Trash is taken out and used towels are exchanged for clean ones.

If you want to wash sheets during your stay you can, but I think most people do not if their stay is 7 nights or less.

If your stay is 8 nights or more, then you get a full housekeeping service on Day 4. That includes a change of bed linens.

HTH a little. Enjoy your trip!

Thanks that does help. I am staying 11-4-to 11/11.

 

[tecodis]

Thanks that does help. I am staying 11-4-to 11/11.

I was once apprehensive about not having daily service. Now that I've experienced it I don't really miss a full cleaning at all. Frankly, I think a trash & towel service every 4th day would be fine, forgetting the full clean altogether. We've gotten use to drying the used towels in the dryer before heading out and that has worked just fine. We do make the bed too - can't stand an unmade one.

 

[tecodis]

If your stay is 8 nights or more, then you get a full housekeeping service on Day 4. That includes a change of bed linens.

Is that correct? You would get full housekeeping on day 4 already?
I've never stayed that long but that seems too soon for a full clean.

 

[CarolMN]

Is that correct? You would get full housekeeping on day 4 already?
I've never stayed that long but that seems too soon for a full clean.

Yes, it's correct. Here's the info copied from the Members' Website:

Housekeeping Services

Trash & Towel Service
For stays of seven or less nights, Trash & Towel Service is provided on day four, regardless of whether you're using Member-discounted cash, Vacation Points or a combination of both.

With Trash & Towel service, Housekeeping will:

* Empty trash and replace liners in trash bins.
* Provide fresh bathroom linens.
* Replace shampoo, facial soap and bath soap.
* Replenish facial tissues, paper towels and toilet paper.
* Replenish coffee, sugar, cream and sweeteners.
* Replenish dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent, sponges and laundry detergent as needed in one-, two- and three-bedroom Vacation Homes.

Full Cleaning Service
For stays of eight or more nights, Full-Cleaning Service is provided on day four and Trash & Towel Service is provided on day eight. After that, the cycle begins again on day 12, regardless of whether you're using Member-discounted cash, Vacation Points or a combination of both. With Full-Cleaning service, Housekeeping will provide everything included with the Trash & Towel Service, plus:

* Change the bed linens.
* Vacuum and dust the Vacation Home.
* Clean the bathroom(s).
* Clean the kitchen/kitchenette and wash the dishes.