ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT Information

[DisneyMomx7]

It was in the Orchid Lounge. They had bagels, croissants, pastries, pancakes, oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, fresh fruit, juices and coffee available for purchase.
Made a nice, quick easy breakfast before hitting the parks.

 

[lazer]

It was in the Orchid Lounge. They had bagels, croissants, pastries, pancakes, oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, fresh fruit, juices and coffee available for purchase. Made a nice, quick easy breakfast before hitting the parks.[/QUOTE
Great, thanks! We will definitely be going there.

 

[JessicaR]

It was in the Orchid Lounge. They had bagels, croissants, pastries, pancakes, oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, fresh fruit, juices and coffee available for purchase.
Made a nice, quick easy breakfast before hitting the parks.

Do they still have those amazing cinnamon buns? I really like that breakfast set-up!

 

[schumigirl]

Do they still have those amazing cinnamon buns? I really like that breakfast set-up!

Yes they do

They also have it in the club lounge for breakfast.........it was hard not to eat too much of it when it's help yourself......but I managed.......just

 

[mrsdrum]

Good luck with July discounts. You can probably get a AAA discount by calling but there aren't even any AP rates left.

. I just booked a room using Orbitz and the promotion code GETHAPPY to save 15% in July. Good luck!

 

[JessicaR]

Yes they do

They also have it in the club lounge for breakfast.........it was hard not to eat too much of it when it's help yourself......but I managed.......just

Glad they are still there!

 

[LuvEeyore]

Booked at Royal Pacific yesterday. Standard queen room(handicapped accessible) for 1 night 399.00 but will watch rates. Going Jan 2 2015. They said everyone had a mini bar and I have requested a fridge so that I can store medications and they put it on the request. They said most of the time there would not be a charge for medical reasons but there could be a 15 dollar charge .

Can someone post home pictures of the hotel and rooms?

 

[JessicaR]

Pictures

http://www.oyster.com/orlando/hotels/universals-royal-pacific-resort-a-loews-hotel/photos/

 

[tarheel618]

It was in the Orchid Lounge. They had bagels, croissants, pastries, pancakes, oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, fresh fruit, juices and coffee available for purchase.
Made a nice, quick easy breakfast before hitting the parks.

What was the cost?

 

[schumigirl]

What was the cost?

http://s14.photobucket.com/user/rpbert1/media/florida 2010/IMGP0072.jpg.html

Not sure if prices have gone up since this post but it'll give you an idea.

 

[Susan2771]

http://s14.photobucket.com/user/rpbert1/media/florida 2010/IMGP0072.jpg.html

Not sure if prices have gone up since this post but it'll give you an idea.

Thank-you for posting that.

 

[hermionesnape]

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[RedSox68]

Thanks for the input but after doing Disney the last couple years the thought of all that planning, dining res's, FP+.....just exhausting. Looking forward to a more relaxed vacation at Universal!

Too funny -- I feel the same way. Don't get me wrong -- we've been to Disney six times and Universal three, but I do find Universal soooo much more relaxing. The ability to WALK to the parks without depending on transportation, the two parks being so close to each other, the voluminous amount of eating places that don't require dining reservations (for the most part) just makes it a much more relaxing vacation. In December we are going back to both parks -- 3-nights at universal to check out Diagon Alley and four nights at WDW with a cruise in-between.

As for Royal Pacific -- we have stayed there twice before and absolutely list it as one of our top five favorite places to stay on a return visit! As for those who mentioned they were worried about what they read on Trip Advisor -- please take those with a very large block of salt. Considering that there are 2,801 excellent and very good reviews, and only 288 terrible or poor reviews, I think it's safe to say it's a terrific place to stay. If you check out some of Disney's hotel ratings on that site, you'd be shocked and wouldn't stay at many of them

Now to confess, I responded just this week on two other threads about Cabana Bay that we were staying there for the theming and for something different, that we didn't care about the non-included express pass and loved the pricing with AAA discount. Well, after reading some of the major complaints about the constructions and thin walls, I got cold feet and reverted back to our go to hotel -- RP and am thrilled. We got the AAA rate there for a garden view and it only costs us $46 more a night than Cabana and now we have the express pass should we need it.

HERE'S A VALUABLE MONEY SAVING TIP: I booked the hotel separate using my AAA -- got a better price than even their stay and pay deal right now. Then I bought my tickets (and Disney's tickets) through Undercover Tourist. Doing it that way, I saved more than $500 over both the resorts package deals and what AAA was offering as a package. Only problem is if you book this way you cannot add a dining plan (but I find those too expensive anyway compared to what we actually eat per day).

As for RP, our favorite things about it:

1. Love room décor and views
2. Love the walking paths both on the grounds and to the parks, and landscaping and water taxi and the lagoon with the plane!
3. The dining is great -- Emeril's Tchoup Chop, Jake's (eat outside along the water!) and the Island Dining rooms are great. One night we were having dinner there and the Simpsons showed up. It was so fun.
4. The lobby is stunning and a great place to sit and relax. Every morning we would stop at the coffee cart, get croissants and eat them on our walk to the parks for early opening.
5. The pool is beautiful and just sitting there getting stuff from the grill at night is very relaxing. They have a great ice cream bar too.

We've walked all over the other resorts, but just really love the theming at RP and the quieter atmosphere. So we will walk over and see Cabana Bay at some point, but I am happy to be going back to RP. It just feels right

 

[RedSox68]

Are all the hotels in walking distance of each other? (Including Cabana Bay) Staying at RP in June and want to take a day to take it easy and maybe walk to other pools, see the hotels. I know "walking distance" is subjective. I'm talking less than 15 min I guess.

Yes, and at nighttime the ambiance and lighting along the pathways is beautiful.

 

[RedSox68]

Today I've got a reply form Guest Services

"Thank you for contacting Universal Orlando® Guest Services.
Please be aware that only direct Guests of Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort may use their pool facilities. / I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to call us at (407) 224-4233, option three (3)"

HA -- then I certainly hope that includes not allowing Cabana Bay residents to come to RP pool! I don't honestly know how they enforce this though -- we've never been asked for proof of our stay

 

[buzzrelly]

Too funny -- I feel the same way. Don't get me wrong -- we've been to Disney six times and Universal three, but I do find Universal soooo much more relaxing. The ability to WALK to the parks without depending on transportation, the two parks being so close to each other, the voluminous amount of eating places that don't require dining reservations (for the most part) just makes it a much more relaxing vacation. In December we are going back to both parks -- 3-nights at universal to check out Diagon Alley and four nights at WDW with a cruise in-between. As for Royal Pacific -- we have stayed there twice before and absolutely list it as one of our top five favorite places to stay on a return visit! As for those who mentioned they were worried about what they read on Trip Advisor -- please take those with a very large block of salt. Considering that there are 2,801 excellent and very good reviews, and only 288 terrible or poor reviews, I think it's safe to say it's a terrific place to stay. If you check out some of Disney's hotel ratings on that site, you'd be shocked and wouldn't stay at many of them Now to confess, I responded just this week on two other threads about Cabana Bay that we were staying there for the theming and for something different, that we didn't care about the non-included express pass and loved the pricing with AAA discount. Well, after reading some of the major complaints about the constructions and thin walls, I got cold feet and reverted back to our go to hotel -- RP and am thrilled. We got the AAA rate there for a garden view and it only costs us $46 more a night than Cabana and now we have the express pass should we need it. HERE'S A VALUABLE MONEY SAVING TIP: I booked the hotel separate using my AAA -- got a better price than even their stay and pay deal right now. Then I bought my tickets (and Disney's tickets) through Undercover Tourist. Doing it that way, I saved more than $500 over both the resorts package deals and what AAA was offering as a package. Only problem is if you book this way you cannot add a dining plan (but I find those too expensive anyway compared to what we actually eat per day). As for RP, our favorite things about it: 1. Love room décor and views 2. Love the walking paths both on the grounds and to the parks, and landscaping and water taxi and the lagoon with the plane! 3. The dining is great -- Emeril's Tchoup Chop, Jake's (eat outside along the water!) and the Island Dining rooms are great. One night we were having dinner there and the Simpsons showed up. It was so fun. 4. The lobby is stunning and a great place to sit and relax. Every morning we would stop at the coffee cart, get croissants and eat them on our walk to the parks for early opening. 5. The pool is beautiful and just sitting there getting stuff from the grill at night is very relaxing. They have a great ice cream bar too. We've walked all over the other resorts, but just really love the theming at RP and the quieter atmosphere. So we will walk over and see Cabana Bay at some point, but I am happy to be going back to RP. It just feels right

.

Wow! Thanks for all of the info. Do you know if the AAA rate is better than the APH rate? Looking to go next April. Thanks

 

[chocolatecake]

I read and read and read these boards when we booked our vacation but I have not been on in a while. We are leaving in a few weeks for the Royal Pacific and I remember reading somewhere about requesting a room in a certain tower? I can't seem to find that info now. Does anyone have a recommendation? And why?

We would like to not have to walk very far to lobby, pool, parks, etc. We will be there with a eager 7 year old who would walk to the end of the earth for Harry Potter and a 3 year old who will want to walk and then whine that his legs are tired .

Thanks!

 

[damo]

I read and read and read these boards when we booked our vacation but I have not been on in a while. We are leaving in a few weeks for the Royal Pacific and I remember reading somewhere about requesting a room in a certain tower? I can't seem to find that info now. Does anyone have a recommendation? And why?

We would like to not have to walk very far to lobby, pool, parks, etc. We will be there with a eager 7 year old who would walk to the end of the earth for Harry Potter and a 3 year old who will want to walk and then whine that his legs are tired .

Thanks!

I'd call and ask for a Theme Park view in Tower 1. You'll be able to see Hogwarts which will probably make your 7 year old very happy.

Tower 1 is the closest walk. Tower 3 is closest to the boat dock and Tower 2 is well, just Tower 2, lol.

 

[chocolatecake]

I'd call and ask for a Theme Park view in Tower 1. You'll be able to see Hogwarts which will probably make your 7 year old very happy.

Tower 1 is the closest walk. Tower 3 is closest to the boat dock and Tower 2 is well, just Tower 2, lol.

Thanks for the info - that is exactly what I needed to know.

 

[mhf]

Too funny -- I feel the same way. Don't get me wrong -- we've been to Disney six times and Universal three, but I do find Universal soooo much more relaxing. The ability to WALK to the parks without depending on transportation, the two parks being so close to each other, the voluminous amount of eating places that don't require dining reservations (for the most part) just makes it a much more relaxing vacation. In December we are going back to both parks -- 3-nights at universal to check out Diagon Alley and four nights at WDW with a cruise in-between. As for Royal Pacific -- we have stayed there twice before and absolutely list it as one of our top five favorite places to stay on a return visit! As for those who mentioned they were worried about what they read on Trip Advisor -- please take those with a very large block of salt. Considering that there are 2,801 excellent and very good reviews, and only 288 terrible or poor reviews, I think it's safe to say it's a terrific place to stay. If you check out some of Disney's hotel ratings on that site, you'd be shocked and wouldn't stay at many of them Now to confess, I responded just this week on two other threads about Cabana Bay that we were staying there for the theming and for something different, that we didn't care about the non-included express pass and loved the pricing with AAA discount. Well, after reading some of the major complaints about the constructions and thin walls, I got cold feet and reverted back to our go to hotel -- RP and am thrilled. We got the AAA rate there for a garden view and it only costs us $46 more a night than Cabana and now we have the express pass should we need it. HERE'S A VALUABLE MONEY SAVING TIP: I booked the hotel separate using my AAA -- got a better price than even their stay and pay deal right now. Then I bought my tickets (and Disney's tickets) through Undercover Tourist. Doing it that way, I saved more than $500 over both the resorts package deals and what AAA was offering as a package. Only problem is if you book this way you cannot add a dining plan (but I find those too expensive anyway compared to what we actually eat per day). As for RP, our favorite things about it: 1. Love room décor and views 2. Love the walking paths both on the grounds and to the parks, and landscaping and water taxi and the lagoon with the plane! 3. The dining is great -- Emeril's Tchoup Chop, Jake's (eat outside along the water!) and the Island Dining rooms are great. One night we were having dinner there and the Simpsons showed up. It was so fun. 4. The lobby is stunning and a great place to sit and relax. Every morning we would stop at the coffee cart, get croissants and eat them on our walk to the parks for early opening. 5. The pool is beautiful and just sitting there getting stuff from the grill at night is very relaxing. They have a great ice cream bar too. We've walked all over the other resorts, but just really love the theming at RP and the quieter atmosphere. So we will walk over and see Cabana Bay at some point, but I am happy to be going back to RP. It just feels right

How does one book AAA rate? I'm used to it being a choice on hotel websites...ie choose your special rate here. Thought I saw that on rpr last month but now I can't find it. Have the tickets.
Thanks!