Hi Rebecca...the hotel I booked at DTD was the DoubleTree Suites. I will not be eligible for EMH staying at this hotel, but my strategy during busy times is to avoid EMH parks anyway. We may have 6 people (probably only 4, though)on this trip, so I would need 2 value room. We are traveling Jan.1 to Jan.7. I got the suite for about 160. a night with an AARP discount, and all of us can stay in the one suite. I would prefer a Disney resort, but I've stayed at DTD before and liked it.
I called Disney today to check rates and availability for my time frame. The only availability on site was almost $300 a night at Saratoga Springs. (I only inquired about a room for 4.) The agent did say to check back frequently as some of the marathoners may be canceling their rooms as the race gets closer.
Beth