ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT Information

[JessicaR]

I am a Loews First memeber as well and just got off the phone with RPR and was told since I booked under the annual pass holder rate that I would not be allowed any of the amenities of a Loews First member. that sounds like a lot of crap to me but that is what i was told....no free upgrade, no gift basket, no points towards the stay, NOTHING!!!!

These are the rules as they appear on the Loews website and any other written rules sent with the card. It seems disappointing but usually the bottom line is a much lesser rate ($$) in exchange for no cookies and milk. If the rate you are paying isnt that much lesser than what Loews advertises switch it back and it will qualify. AAA rates qualify as well. It's nothing new, has always been this way. Some lucky ones still get the perks at check in regardless of rate booked but lately they are cracking down.

"A qualified stay or qualified night is at any published rate. Group, negotiated, third party and advanced purchase rates do not apply. Not valid with any other discount program, coupon, complimentary or promotional offer."

 

[ahartchic]

and that is fine...not meaning to complain...just found it odd that you couldnt' get those added bonuses if you were an aph. I do NOT have an AP at this point but was planning on upgrading one of my tickets when we get to the park in order to get the aph rates on the room....otherwise the rate goes up quite a bit, about $1000 for the two rooms I will need for my family. guess i will need to figure if it would be cheaper to change to AAA and NOT upgrade the ticket....I am looking for the least inexpensive, of course. I obviously did not read the fine print on the loews card information. thanks.

 

[gschmerl]

I booked under the FAN club discount last year which "technically" doesn't qualify for Loew's first points. However, shortly after our stay, I got my Loew's Gold card in the mail!! Just go for the lowest rate. Who cares if they don't give the welcome gift--with the money you save you can buy your own milk and cookies or wine! They gave us our late check out too.

 

[ahartchic]

the money is the bigger factor for me as i could care less about the milk and cookies. I was just excited about the possibility of getting a free room upgrade and was just surprised when I found out my stay wouldn't qualify, that's all.

 

[ode2joy]

I tried to book a stay at RPR for 11/10 - 11/12 and was told they were only accepting ressies with a 4-night stay minimum - what gives?

 

[JessicaR]

Maybe cause its Veteran's Day?

 

[shirleyb]

OK, I'm totally new to looking at Universal hotels, so bear with me. I'm thinking of two or three days next Jan (2006). What would be a good rate for RPR, and does RPR or any of the Universal hotels sleep 5?

 

[JessicaR]

I couldnt guess a rate for those dates but it is a slow time to visit. A decent rate should be available. But not until closer to the date. All 3 on-sites allow 5 to a room. They have 2 queens and depending on room type and resort offer a roll away for $25 or have a puul out couch as well in the room.

Any questions...just ask!

 

[3Mousketeers]

Hi all - we're planning our first trip to Universal end of June so I just read as much of this thread as I could. I haven't found much info about the kids club (Mariner's Club). I tried to post a new thread on the resorts board but some technical problems right now I guess. Anyway, does anyone have any experience with the Club? My 7 and 5 yr old boys have loved the clubs at the Disney Resorts we stayed at and we would love to hear about Universal's clubs (at RPR or either of other 2 if you've been there). Thanks!

 

[gschmerl]

My nephew used the Kids club at the Royal Pacific. The children were five and six at the time and they loved it.

 

[3Mousketeers]

My nephew used the Kids club at the Royal Pacific. The children were five and six at the time and they loved it.

Thanks! I think I'll try to post a thread on it to see if I get any more input.

 

[Way2Go]

Hi all - we're planning our first trip to Universal end of June so I just read as much of this thread as I could. I haven't found much info about the kids club (Mariner's Club). I tried to post a new thread on the resorts board but some technical problems right now I guess. Anyway, does anyone have any experience with the Club? My 7 and 5 yr old boys have loved the clubs at the Disney Resorts we stayed at and we would love to hear about Universal's clubs (at RPR or either of other 2 if you've been there). Thanks!

We used them last week. DD (9) DS (6) and niece (5). Dropped them off at 5 and picked them up at 11:00. Kids had a blast! We were a little worried that they may have been bored. No way. Arts and crafts, games, movies, dinner. They actually said they would go back! They no longer use beepers. They ask for your cell phone number, this way your kids can talk to you directly if they get lonely.
We had reservations for Tchoup Chop so it wasn't like we were too far away. We did have a long conversation about the pro's and con's of using the club and we spoke to the staff and to the hotel manager prior to deciding.
Of course every child and every parent has different needs and concerns and the Mariner's Club may not be for you.

 

[Motherfletcher]

If I am a LoewsFirst Blue member (the bottom!), can I expect an upgraded room in mid-June. I have booked a waterview room. If so, what kind of upgrade?

Just noticed that no one responded. Welcome to the Dis! Loews 1st upgrades are kind of hard at RPR. If you have water the upgrade would be to a King Suite. If you have garden view the pool view upgrade is a little easier. We are Platinum and received an upgrade to a King Suite last week.

 

[3Mousketeers]

We used them last week. DD (9) DS (6) and niece (5). Dropped them off at 5 and picked them up at 11:00. Kids had a blast! We were a little worried that they may have been bored. No way. Arts and crafts, games, movies, dinner. They actually said they would go back! They no longer use beepers. They ask for your cell phone number, this way your kids can talk to you directly if they get lonely.
We had reservations for Tchoup Chop so it wasn't like we were too far away. We did have a long conversation about the pro's and con's of using the club and we spoke to the staff and to the hotel manager prior to deciding.
Of course every child and every parent has different needs and concerns and the Mariner's Club may not be for you.

Thanks! I think my kids will love it!

 

[Motherfletcher]

We stayed at RPR over Memorial Day. Even with a king suite I found the fitness centers locker room to be the place to get ready in the morning. They open at 6 and its free to Loews 1st members. The sign on the wall in the co-ed whirlpool says they open at 8 but its always open and ready at 6. The best underwater jets are located under the carved stone fishes facing the stone elephant playing cymbols. The steam room controls are on the wall opposite the door handle and they seem to keep it supplied with eucalyptus oil. They have 3 large showers one of which is handicap accessible. The showers have bath gel, shampoo and conditioner. The showers (unlike HRH) get hot water right away. There is an alcove with toileteries next to a bank of sinks. They have disposable razors (cheap), shaving cream, talcum powder, moisturizing lotion, Q-tips, mouthwash, hair drier and combs submerged in a blue liquid. About all you need to take is a toothbrush and toothpaste.
When I got out of the whirlpool I used the house phone and called my daughter in the room to wake up and get ready. By the time I got to the room we were both ready and didn't have to fight over bathroom time.

 

[dinnysuw]

motherfletcher-thanks for the great tips! we are doing are first Universal trip this august-i am excited and nervouus as well-we have always done WDW but needed a change-the RPR looks beautiful. i was wondering if we had access to the fitness room, that's great! i applied for my lowes first right away-thanks to the info from these boards! any other tips for the RPR?
thanks
Darcy

 

[Motherfletcher]

Get a standard room on a upper floor of Tower 1 with a park view. No need to be nervous RPR is equivalent to Poly at less than half the cost. APH rates for the end of Aug. are $129/night.

 

[tclowe]

Will be staying first time at RPR. Went all out and booked Club level for December. Are there club level staff to help with reservations like to Tchoup Chop or Emeril's? Do we get some sort of letter or phone call or e-mail weeks before our arrival from Club level staff to ask if we need help with reservations? Or is this really not like Disney, and Club means only access to the food lounge.

Thanks.

 

[Eclpz314]

The club staff was helpful as far as printing out our boarding passes for our return flight home. They also called to confirm our transport back to airport. The only ressie we asked them to make was for Margaritaville but were told only that we could get priority seating by showing our room key. They didn't seem to be jumping to do things for us, but when asked, were glad to accomodate our requests. We thought club was worth the extra just because of the food and beverages......of course, w/ 2 teen boys those things are always a welcome sight!

 

[gschmerl]

Will be staying first time at RPR. Went all out and booked Club level for December. Are there club level staff to help with reservations like to Tchoup Chop or Emeril's? Do we get some sort of letter or phone call or e-mail weeks before our arrival from Club level staff to ask if we need help with reservations? Or is this really not like Disney, and Club means only access to the food lounge.
Thanks.

Emeril's and Tchoup Chop book up quickly. I don't know when you are going. We were there in July which is a busy time. We booked Tchoup Chop a month in advance and there were not too many time slots open at that time. You can book ahead on line at www.opentable.com