SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[*NikkiBell*]

Does anyone know if the rooms at SSR have RFID readers installed for all of the rooms? I read that the delay for some resorts using the Magic Bands will be the lack of RFID readers on the room doors. Not sure of the accuracy of that information though. I thought that all of the resorts had RFID readers by now.

Our November trip will be here soon and we're wondering if we'll get to use the Magic Bands.

SSR had them when I stayed there in the spring.

 

[SFlaDisneyfans]

Congrats! Welcome home I hope you enjoy SSR as much as we do! When do you plan to stay?

We go up a lot being from S Fla. As a matter of fact we are driving up in the morning to stay on a cash res for the holiday weekend.

We will probably book our first DVC stay after the New Year.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

We go up a lot being from S Fla. As a matter of fact we are driving up in the morning to stay on a cash res for the holiday weekend.

We will probably book our first DVC stay after the New Year.

Oh wow how great! This weekend lovely! Do enjoy say hello to SSR for us and say we will be home real soon. 20 days...not that I am counting lol..

 

[SFlaDisneyfans]

Oh wow how great! This weekend lovely! Do enjoy say hello to SSR for us and say we will be home real soon. 20 days...not that I am counting lol..

20 days? That is awesome. Hopefully the heat breaks a bit as it usually does as we move into August.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

20 days? That is awesome. Hopefully the heat breaks a bit as it usually does as we move into August.

Yes hopefully but coming from the UK we don't mind a bit of heat before heading back for our winter! We are doing a disney cruise also just love that castaway cay!

 

[woodleygrrl]

we went to WDW for a quick weekend trip since we had yesterday off and the airfare from DC was pretty cheap. We thought that we would try a new DVC resort since we would have a car and we have only stayed at BW, BC, and AKL. So SSA it was. We checked in pretty late, around 10:30 and I had done on-line check in so I didn't anticipate any drama.

Well they couldnt find our reservation despite having a confirmation number, and we waited for 20 minutes before a supervisor was called and simply pulled our welcome packet out of the pile of on-line check ins.

Then we were assigned to carousel. This could not be further from anything else but the main entrance. It really feels like it has no connection to the rest of the resort at all. Forget it if you want to get a quick drink or something to eat after coming back from the parks. There is no real great place to park near the carriage house and it is quite a long walk to get there.

It was hotter than the surface of the sun all weekend, so the idea of walking was not even a consideration.

nonetheless, the room itself was nice. However, you can't really watch tv in bed since the entertainment center sits so low on the floor. The top of the tv is about level with the end of the bed.

Don't think we will stay here again. Really does not feel like a WDW resort. More like a condo on I drive.

 

[MinnieTink]

Can someone help me? We are getting so excited for our first stay at SSR I have read several times that a DTD walkway has been closed. I thought I read that there was another walkway tho? Is this accurate? If so where is this walkway located at SSR, and also where in DTD would you be if you took this walkway?

I hope that makes sense

And thanks!

 

[Doug7856]

Can someone help me? We are getting so excited for our first stay at SSR I have read several times that a DTD walkway has been closed. I thought I read that there was another walkway tho? Is this accurate? If so where is this walkway located at SSR, and also where in DTD would you be if you took this walkway?

I hope that makes sense

And thanks!

There is a nice walk that brings you to the West Side section. Ask at at check in, they will give you a map with directions. As I recall the walk begins closer to the Carriage House.

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Can someone help me? We are getting so excited for our first stay at SSR I have read several times that a DTD walkway has been closed. I thought I read that there was another walkway tho? Is this accurate? If so where is this walkway located at SSR, and also where in DTD would you be if you took this walkway?

I hope that makes sense

And thanks!

The walkway is directly behind the Carriage House, near the golf course pro shop. Cast Members may or may not point you toward it, as it's technically a golf cart path and not a walking path. Also note that it isn't lighted at night.

It will bring you out in the last section of DTD parking lot, closest to the Cirque du Soliel building.

 

[Lucys dad]

On the subject of walking to DTD. Does anyone know when the new path/bridge to DTD will be open ? I understand the main walkway is now closed but have they actually started work on the new one yet ?

Thanks

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

On the subject of walking to DTD. Does anyone know when the new path/bridge to DTD will be open ? I understand the main walkway is now closed but have they actually started work on the new one yet ?

Thanks

An end date wasn't part of the closure announcement. Just my guess, but because the new bridge leads directly into one of the construction zones of the new Disney Springs, I think it will probably be closed for quite some time, even if the bridge itself gets finished.

 

[lindaanddarren]

We are staying at SSR for the first time in 35 days . Is there a way to check in now or have I read that wrong .
We've booked through wdw uk and as yet haven't requested an area we would like to stay in . The springs seems to be popular , is this near a good bus stop ( not hiring a car) pools, drinks/ food court , downtown disney etc ... Or can you recommend any other area

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

We are staying at SSR for the first time in 35 days . Is there a way to check in now or have I read that wrong .
We've booked through wdw uk and as yet haven't requested an area we would like to stay in . The springs seems to be popular , is this near a good bus stop ( not hiring a car) pools, drinks/ food court , downtown disney etc ... Or can you recommend any other area

Hi. You can check on online via my disney experience or by the main disney website. But it's best I find the phone to place a request on your booking first. Phone the main disney reservations line to do this quoting your ref number. Then check in online. Yes the Springs is right by the bus stop and the main building where the carriage house is ( check in ) , quick serve food etc. there is also a nice pool there. The bus is quick to go to Downtown disney from here where there are many places to eat. I think this is an ideal block without a car

 

[lindaanddarren]

Thank you for the reply that's so helpful. Feeling excited lol

 

[Doug7856]

We are staying at SSR for the first time in 35 days . Is there a way to check in now or have I read that wrong .
We've booked through wdw uk and as yet haven't requested an area we would like to stay in . The springs seems to be popular , is this near a good bus stop ( not hiring a car) pools, drinks/ food court , downtown disney etc ... Or can you recommend any other area

SSR is a large resort and often has many rooms available at check in. When you check in verify the section they have you located in. All have advantages EXCEPT Carousel. If at all possible, try not to be located in this section. Our favorite is Grand Stand because of the easy walk to Carriage House, it's the first bus stop and the small pool and hot tub in the area (no water slide though).

Enjoy and have an awesome trip!

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Thank you for the reply that's so helpful. Feeling excited lol

Have a love time! I second that re OP and not The Carousel!

 

[Doingitagain]

We have a 3 bedroom grand villa and a dedicated 2 bedroom for two nights next July. Do all sections have grand villas and two bedroom units (we want to be close together)?

Are all the grand villas two stories? Worried about steps for 4 eighty year olds.

We won't be going to parks so busing isn't an issue, but will do Downtown Disney and eat at Turf Club. What section of the resort would you recommend?

Thank you!

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

We have a 3 bedroom grand villa and a dedicated 2 bedroom for two nights next July. Do all sections have grand villas and two bedroom units (we want to be close together)?

Are all the grand villas two stories? Worried about steps for 4 eighty year olds.

We won't be going to parks so busing isn't an issue, but will do Downtown Disney and eat at Turf Club. What section of the resort would you recommend?

Thank you!

Every building at SSR has an identical layout. The only difference may be where the HA rooms are.

All Grand Villas are two stories. There's an external door on each floor, though. If necessary, someone who can't use the stairs can always go out to the hall and use the elevator.

 

[Cumbley]

Can anyone confirm if all areas have now been refurbished? I believe the last areas were due to be completed in August? Thanks

 

[jennylyn_b]

Going back home in 48 days!!! Was looking for override codes for the thermostat. It always gets too hot at night and then dd wakes up and takes forever to settle her back down. She's only three or will be and needs a cool room. We have requested The Grandstands section. Tia!