Sheraton Safari hotel/suites ? Any info??

[Caitsmama]

A friend of mine is looking at staying here for 2 nights, and i told her i would come to the all knowing DIS crew for help for her....... anyone have any exp. with this place -- good , bad or indifferent?

Specifically, she wants to know how the beds are.. She stayed at the dolphin last year, and LOVED their beds so much, she went home and bought one!

 

[travelin' tigger]

A friend of mine is looking at staying here for 2 nights, and i told her i would come to the all knowing DIS crew for help for her....... anyone have any exp. with this place -- good , bad or indifferent?

Specifically, she wants to know how the beds are.. She stayed at the dolphin last year, and LOVED their beds so much, she went home and bought one!

This was my 4th stay and was great as usual, though VERY short. Didn't check in til 11pm and was out by 10am. Anyway, I've always had a good experience with this hotel. Staff has always been accommodating, rooms clean and in good shape. I believe their beds are also Heavenly Beds like the Dolphin has since it's also a Sheraton. BTW, got this on Priceline for $45 - a steal!!!

Enjoy!!!

 

[Joel110]

We did a priceline bid also for around $40 for a one night stay in January 2005 and really enjoyed it. We are returning next month for a week and this time have booked a suite using Starwood points (Sheraton Frequent Guest program). Very kid friendly with a "snake" water slide, big pool, safari theming, kids eat free buffet breakfast. They do have the "Heavenly" beds, which are great after a long day of touring. Only complaints I've "heard" are:

1. Located at busy intersection, so some rooms have views of gas stations, fast food restaurants, etc. Of course, others saw this as a positive because of easy access to carry-outs and eating.
2. Pets allowed. So those sensitive to animals (I think the review I read the lady's son had asthma) might be impacted.
3. Room Service trays/trash left in hallway too long.
4. Slow elevators (of course, it's only a few stories tall, so walking is an option for most people)

Personally, we thought it was a great value. It won't have the same high-end ambiance of the Swan or Dolphin, but you aren't paying the same high-end cost as those hotels either. But she will still like the beds.

 

[Caitsmama]

Thanks so much! I printed out your comments to give to my friend..She is thinking of booking here with her Starwood points as well, it is a LOT less points than the dolphin/swan, and it's only for 2 nights.. But i know she loves those beds! LOL

 

[Joel110]

Thanks so much! I printed out your comments to give to my friend..She is thinking of booking here with her Starwood points as well, it is a LOT less points than the dolphin/swan, and it's only for 2 nights.. But i know she loves those beds! LOL

It is a lot less on Sheraton points. Our 600+ sq foot suite is 4,500 points on weekend nights and 5,500 points weeknights versus 10,000 points a night for a regular room at the Swan/Dolphin. She'll probably get a "Preferred Starwood Guest" room then, which would be room with a view of the pool area on levels 2 or higher.

 

[Joel110]

I double checked. Sheraton properties (including the Safari) actually have the "Sweet Sleeper" beds and Westin properties have the "Heavenly" beds. Since they are both owned by Starwood, I think it's more of a marketing thing, as we've really enjoyed the beds at all the Starwood properties we've stayed at.

Here's the Sweet Sleeper:

http://www.sheraton-hotelsathome.com/

Here's the Heavenly bed:

http://www.westin-hotelsathome.com/bed/experience.aspx

 

[GoldenOldie]

There are photos and information on the resort at http://www.wvnh.net/sheraton/sheratonsafari.htm that may be of help.

 

[Caitsmama]

Thanks again everyone! I have relayed all this info to her!