ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT Information

[ruthshobby]

Um, yes-- I am sure that the hotel was the RPR. We stayed in room 3412 (fourth floor, tower three overlooking pool) for 5 days. I had read here that the bathrooms were tiny and that the sinks were outside the main bath, but clearly not all the rooms are set up that way.

Next time, we probably will move to the Portafino Bay because the rooms there are so much larger and we were very cramped (as a family of 5) at the RPR.

 

[Familyof14]

I made the right decision then. Thanks again for everyones' help!

 

[RN007pk]

The Annual Pass will run you $169.00 and you only have to buy one to get the discounts on room, meals, etc. If you keep checking www.loews-first.com you will more than likely get a rate of $119.00/nite for RPR. That will more than pay for the one AP. Also, I just booked 3 nights at the Portofino at a rate of $188.00 with the APH discount. Just go to the website, make sure you join, if you're not a member, because it is free and you could get an upgrade. Anyway, when you check rates use the code APH and you'll be surprised at the rates you will get. Good luck and I hope it all works out!

 

[earthless]

I can't wait!!

 

[tinkerdorabelle]

The code of APH is for annual passholders only correct?

 

[Motherfletcher]

yes

 

[earthless]

Can I buy our Universal Studio passes when we arrive at the RPH?

 

[RyGuy]

Yes, I belive they sell most passes at the conceirge desk in the lobby.

 

[earthless]

Originally posted by RyGuy
Yes, I belive they sell most passes at the conceirge desk in the lobby.

Great to hear, thank you!

 

[sn00zn]

I have booked a standard room at the RPR for the week of Thanksgiving for $129 using the AP rate. It turned out to be cheaper to get an AP and discount hotel then to do the "Stay and Play" rate that I had originally intended. I also got the 2 years for the price of one deal (which ended May 31), so this should save us even more on the next vacation.

I am a little confused about parking though. My RPR ressie says that parking is $6 a night, but I'm pretty sure one of the AP benefits is free parking. Does anyone know what the deal is?

snoozn

 

[KittyCat]

snOOzn,
First of all Congratulations!!!! That is a great rate for
that time of year!! You will love the Royal Pacific.
Parking at any of the resorts is $6.00 per day.
You may come and go with your car as many
times as you like and it's still $6.00
The free parking for APH is for the theme park
parking lots.
Hope you have a great time!!!

 

[sn00zn]

KittyCat,
I'm glad it's a great rate, as I sure did a lot of "homework" to find great rates on hotel, tickets and airfare. I ended up spending $1400 less than the first total price I got if I just bought what came up first.

Thanks for explaining the parking to me. We are really only planning on using the car to drive to and from the airport and to visit SeaWorld one day. I wonder if we can leave the car in the theme park lot instead of the hotel lot to save the $6. I always have to try to save more after all!

If you or anyone else knows if this is possible, please let me know. Thanks!
snoozn

 

[earthless]

We just came back (last night) from a few days at the RPR. We LOVED IT!

We had a room with a water view. Tower 1, third floor. It was so nice, cozy and the service was incredible.

We will most definitely return for a few more days. We had done 5 days prior at Disney's CSR and had a great time at both.

 

[FeeFeeWhite]

That's it. I know the rooms are kinda small, but they are so cozy!

 

[2tinksmom]

Okeydokey, I read the entire thread and still have a question. Please forgive me if it was already answered! We are going to Universal for the first time May, 2005. From what I've read, it's not a bad walk to the parks and is faster than the water taxis. Which tower is the closest to the walkway? I would rather not have to walk forever in the hotel just to get to the walkway!! Thanks in advance!
Michele

 

[Motherfletcher]

The walkway to IOA is within 10' of Tower 1. Tower 1 also has a stairway exit directly onto the walkway. That said, most people take the elevators which are located at the foot of the "Y" of all towers. If you are going the elevator route to the walkway through the pool area then Tower 3 is the closest.
To get to US with the least amount of walking would be Tower 3 to the bus. The bus takes you to a gate near the ticket sales booths. The bus driver says that it is closer to IOA too, but I think the boat dock is closer. The bus is faster because my son took the boat and us the bus and told both that we were racing.
You can walk forever at PBH but RPR isn't bad.

 

[2tinksmom]

Thank you, thank you, Motherfletcher!! That makes choosing a tower a lot easier!
Michele

 

[Leafy]

Hello,

I have a question about club level. What hours are the breakfast and evening snacks available?

We usually close down the parks. So, if we don't get back to our room until 9:00pm, will the food be gone?

Then, of course, we're up a little late, perhaps around 9 - 10am for breakfast.

Thank you!

 

[Ishy]

and is it only in certain entertainment books?

 

[GeminiMom]

Originally posted by Ishy
and is it only in certain entertainment books?

Ishy,
You can get the entertainment rates quoted to you by calling 1-800-BEASTAR or 1-800-23LOEWS. There are limited rooms offered under the ENT rate so it's possible they may not have any for that rate for your dates. If that's the case, don't give up! Keep calling as rooms can become available again when cancellations are made. You can purchase any Entertainment book & use the card that comes with it. We always purchase the one for our area & use other coupons, it more than pays for itself. Hope this helps!