Renting vs. owning benefits

[sam1985]

We are renting points for a stay for the first time and I've been reading about benefits that owners get like free popcorn refills.

Do people that rent points get that as well or are those just for owners? Not a deal-breaker either way but if I can save $3 on popcorn, I'd like to save $3 on popcorn.

 

[eticketplease]

We are renting points for a stay for the first time and I've been reading about benefits that owners get like free popcorn refills.

Do people that rent points get that as well or are those just for owners? Not a deal-breaker either way but if I can save $3 on popcorn, I'd like to save $3 on popcorn.

Renting will not provide you with free popcorn but will provide you with a sizable savings over what Disney charges.

Don’t feel too bad about it as not even all owners receive that benefit. Only owners that qualify for Membership Extras receive that perk.

I’m not sure what type of room you are getting but you will have access to laundry using the laundry room or the one in your room if you have a 1 bedroom or larger room.

 

[jimmymc]

All DVC point stays get included self-parking. This applies to owners, owners booking for friends and family, or rented points. You should also get free access to the laundry room if you're in a studio.

I believe that's the only DVC benefit/inclusion you get, everything else is just for the owners.

 

[AstroBlasters]

We are renting points for a stay for the first time and I've been reading about benefits that owners get like free popcorn refills.

Do people that rent points get that as well or are those just for owners? Not a deal-breaker either way but if I can save $3 on popcorn, I'd like to save $3 on popcorn.

I believe you need to have purchase the points directly from Disney, even resale Aulani owners do not get the popcorn discount.

They can tell because of the sparkly wristbands.