SSR Lovers and/or Owners Thread!

[minnieluvzmickey]

SSR main pool

Man!!! I did not know that! We will be there for 3 nights in March and then 2 nights at BCV........it looks like both places will be having pool issues while we are there. What a bummer!!!!!!!!

 

[Dman67]

I just checked out the maps of both SSR and OKW-- I see where the boat dock is at SSR, but not OKW. How far is the OKW pool from where we disembark the boat ferry? I

The ferry at OKW drops you off about 50 yards down the boardwalk/dock from the main pool. It's a perfect location for picking up and exiting the ferry. I can't say the same for SSR. You have to hike the North 40 to get to the ferry dock.

 

[minnieluvzmickey]

So if we want to use the pool at OKW or anywhere else (pool hopping) we just go to the pool and start swimming or do we need to check in or something?

 

[mtmbyck]

Anyone know if they will still do the poolside activites at one of the other pools at SSR?? Like the poolisde games or evening movies?? I cettainly hope so becuase it isn't fair to pay premium dollar and not have most services avaialble. We are there 10 days with no main pool and 2 kids who were so pumped to play on the slide and watch evening movies from the pool.

 

[kritter]

How long is the pool at SSR closed for????!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[tomandrobin]

How long is the pool at SSR closed for????!!!!!!!!!!!

Closed March 9 thru March 30th. This is from Disney.......

The High Rock Spring Pool will be closed for refurbishment March 9-30, 2009. Guests can use the three leisure pools located throughout the resort, as well as the feature pool at Disney's Old Key West.

 

[tomandrobin]

I'm thinking we'll request the Grandstand area and hope for the best. It seems from this thread and looking at the map it will be convenient to buses, Artist's Pallette and High Rock Springs. Any dissenting opinions?

Grandstand Section is our favorite section at SSR. Try and request the first two buildings, both are right next to the pool.

 

[tomandrobin]

We will be at Saratoga Springs next week, 2/25-3/2. We have requested Grandstand section and really looking forward to a "warm", kid-free, work-free and news-free getaway!

We might pop in DHS for the ESPN Weekend, have not decided yet.

We can't wait, we are so looking forward to head to our Disney Home!

 

[MamaCrush]

Grandstand Section is our favorite section at SSR. Try and request the first two buildings, both are right next to the pool.

Thanks so much! Have made a note to do that. Should I call Member Services on that or should I fax the resort prior to arrival?

 

[tomandrobin]

Thanks so much! Have made a note to do that. Should I call Member Services on that or should I fax the resort prior to arrival?

Tell MS you want room numbers 8101-8436 or 8501-8836

 

[disneymomof2boyz]

Tell MS you want room numbers 8101-8436 or 8501-8836

We are renting points from a DVC owner, and I wanted to request the Grandstand section as well. I was thinking that at check-in they would be able to accomodate my request just as when we stay in non-DVC resorts. Am I wrong in thinking this, or should I call the DVC owner and ask for him to call MS to request the Grandstand section?

 

[MamaCrush]

I understand that SSR does not have valet parking-- what's the parking situation like? I have requested (thanks tomandrobin) the Grandstand section, preferably the two building closest to the pool (8101-8436; 8501-8836) and wondered how close we would be to our car. If bus service is spotty while we're there, we may want to drive to the parks. And in any event, I need to forewarn DH on how far he'll have to haul the luggage!

Thanks!

 

[ILuvTigger]

We just came back yesterday from our vacation at SSR. We received a free 5 night stay (along with fast passes) @ SSR when we added on at AKV. We stayed in the Congress Park location. To be honest, I went in with a closed mind, I didn't think I would like it there. To my surprise...everything was PERFECT!! The location, decor, just the overall feeling I felt. SSR is truly a beautiful resort. The only thing I didn't like was the overcrowded buses, but this particular trip we had our SUV, so I didn't mind driving most of the time. Which I loved being able to do, because we visited 2 of the outlet malls. I also loved being close to DTD and taking the boat a couple of nights, just beautiful!! I told dh our next add on will be there. I can't wait!!

 

[kaysmommie]

i have a question for all SSR owners. We are staying at SSR on rented points. But I decided to add 1 night since we are flying in the night before now. If I make a cash reservation in the same type of room will I have to switch rooms? Just thought it made sense to pay the extra on a Saturday night if we would be able to get settled in. If we would definitely have to change rooms then I might as well book any resort for the first night. Thanks in advance.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Just figured I'd post photos from my most recent stay at SSR. We had a ground floor studio in Congress Park :

 

[MiaSRN62]

MORE..............

 

[MiaSRN62]

last ones.............

 

[MAGICFOR2]

I understand that SSR does not have valet parking-- what's the parking situation like? I have requested (thanks tomandrobin) the Grandstand section, preferably the two building closest to the pool (8101-8436; 8501-8836) and wondered how close we would be to our car. If bus service is spotty while we're there, we may want to drive to the parks. And in any event, I need to forewarn DH on how far he'll have to haul the luggage!

Thanks!

There are parking lots at each section - the Grandstand parking lot was right next to two of the buildings - Ours was one - 3400 building. Not far to walk at all. And you are smart to take a car if you can.

 

[Luckymommyx2]

Thanks MiaSRN62 for posting all of your pics...they're all very lovely. My fav is your view at sunset!

 

[kaysmommie]

i have a question for all SSR owners. We are staying at SSR on rented points. But I decided to add 1 night since we are flying in the night before now. If I make a cash reservation in the same type of room will I have to switch rooms? Just thought it made sense to pay the extra on a Saturday night if we would be able to get settled in. If we would definitely have to change rooms then I might as well book any resort for the first night. Thanks in advance.

Anyone know??