Carys
Mouse-Eared Kiwi
- Joined
- Aug 14, 2005
- Messages
- 834
Summary
We stayed in the Oak Manor section from 1 October - 12 October and had a wonderful stay; we would definately return for another trip. Happy to answer any questions.
Check-in
This was quick and they also accomodated our request to move to a location closer to the main building. There was an initial problem with our room keys not working. Concierge service was helpful several times during our stay.
Room
Our room was clean and properly serviced every day prior to our midday break from the parks. On the second day we received towel animals. We also had a multitude of towels to enjoy for swimming etc after we left a note requesting more. We were very happy with the decor.
Grounds
The grounds were relaxing (and after spending some time tripping around other resorts on quiet afternoons we found we were very satisfied with the themeing - far preferring it to that of the Contemporary Resort for example). We swam several times in the nearest quiet pool, which was well maintained and a comfortable temperature. We used the washing machines/dryers three times and had no problems.
Dining/Bar
At first the foodcourt looked limited after having stayed at Pop Century, but we ate at all the stations during our stay and didn't have a bad meal. The big sundaes were a great way to cool off on a hot day and were a dessert using a counter service credit. I had three during my stay, and on the third the girl in the bakery recognised me and went nuts with the toppings - it was very cute with the halloween sprinkles. The cashiers at the foodcourt twice saved us money by suggesting we switch which drinks we were going to pay for out of pocket/with dining credits. We never had a problem with queues. The drink stations were never out of order (although I did wish that they had slushie machines).
We didn't try Boatwrights. We did spend several evenings in the bar with Piano man Bob though - what a hoot! (And didn't you know that everyone else in the bar also came from New Zealand?? ;-) ) Bar had a decent if generic drinks selection, service was fast.
I'd recommend purchasing the large bottles of water from Fulton's General Store (look to be about 1.5 litres) with snack credits if you don't like the taste of the local water.
Transportation
I had been getting quite nervous prior to our trip after reading numerous complaints on these boards about the bus transporation. Either we got really lucky for 11 nights or they've really cleaned up their act. We only had waits for longer than 5-10 mins three times during our stay, each time late at night. We did not have to stand on the bus a single time. We also enjoyed the boat to Downtown Disney a couple of times during our stay.
We stayed in the Oak Manor section from 1 October - 12 October and had a wonderful stay; we would definately return for another trip. Happy to answer any questions.
Check-in
This was quick and they also accomodated our request to move to a location closer to the main building. There was an initial problem with our room keys not working. Concierge service was helpful several times during our stay.
Room
Our room was clean and properly serviced every day prior to our midday break from the parks. On the second day we received towel animals. We also had a multitude of towels to enjoy for swimming etc after we left a note requesting more. We were very happy with the decor.
Grounds
The grounds were relaxing (and after spending some time tripping around other resorts on quiet afternoons we found we were very satisfied with the themeing - far preferring it to that of the Contemporary Resort for example). We swam several times in the nearest quiet pool, which was well maintained and a comfortable temperature. We used the washing machines/dryers three times and had no problems.
Dining/Bar
At first the foodcourt looked limited after having stayed at Pop Century, but we ate at all the stations during our stay and didn't have a bad meal. The big sundaes were a great way to cool off on a hot day and were a dessert using a counter service credit. I had three during my stay, and on the third the girl in the bakery recognised me and went nuts with the toppings - it was very cute with the halloween sprinkles. The cashiers at the foodcourt twice saved us money by suggesting we switch which drinks we were going to pay for out of pocket/with dining credits. We never had a problem with queues. The drink stations were never out of order (although I did wish that they had slushie machines).
We didn't try Boatwrights. We did spend several evenings in the bar with Piano man Bob though - what a hoot! (And didn't you know that everyone else in the bar also came from New Zealand?? ;-) ) Bar had a decent if generic drinks selection, service was fast.
I'd recommend purchasing the large bottles of water from Fulton's General Store (look to be about 1.5 litres) with snack credits if you don't like the taste of the local water.
Transportation
I had been getting quite nervous prior to our trip after reading numerous complaints on these boards about the bus transporation. Either we got really lucky for 11 nights or they've really cleaned up their act. We only had waits for longer than 5-10 mins three times during our stay, each time late at night. We did not have to stand on the bus a single time. We also enjoyed the boat to Downtown Disney a couple of times during our stay.
