SSR Lovers and Owners Part 3

[bigAWL]

I just called to request Paddock for our trip that begins on 9/21. I was told that I could not make any requests until 9/12. Is this the case? You can’t make room requests until you’re within 10 days of your trip?

Whom did you call? DVC Member Services? I've always emailed my room requests to Member Services as soon as I make the reservation. I always get a reply that my request has been noted in the reservation. I have always been satisfied at arrival that they took my request seriously and made an effort to honor it. For instance, both stays at SSR resulted in getting the requested area... once at the Springs and once at Congress Park.

 

[MinnieTink]

Whom did you call? DVC Member Services? I've always emailed my room requests to Member Services as soon as I make the reservation. I always get a reply that my request has been noted in the reservation. I have always been satisfied at arrival that they took my request seriously and made an effort to honor it. For instance, both stays at SSR resulted in getting the requested area... once at the Springs and once at Congress Park.

Hi there, I called what I *think* is DVC member services. It is a number I was given by RCI to call to tell them the names of the people included in the reservation.

 

[MinnieTink]

Another question (sorry!) what kind of coffee maker is in SSR rooms? A Keurig or one of those sort of mini “Mr Coffee” style brewers?

 

[The Jackal]

Another question (sorry!) what kind of coffee maker is in SSR rooms? A Keurig or one of those sort of mini “Mr Coffee” style brewers?

Mr Coffee 12 cup. There might be a few with a 4 cup Mr Coffee. I do not believe there are any Keurigs at any DVC resort.

 

[MinnieTink]

Does SSR have anything to put on the pull out bed to make it more comfortable? Like maybe those egg crate cushion things?

 

[LongLiveRafiki]

Does SSR have anything to put on the pull out bed to make it more comfortable? Like maybe those egg crate cushion things?

Yup. Just call and request one when you get to the resort. I don't know if you can request them in advance.

 

[Pooh's-Honey-Pot]

Checked in today! All lovely as usual apart from the mugs in the room have been replaced with plastic cups! Anyone had any luck getting a proper mug from housekeeping? I HAVE to drink tea in the mornings (im English!) and I can’t microwave the water in plastic in case it melts

 

[Bing Showei]

Checked in today! All lovely as usual apart from the mugs in the room have been replaced with plastic cups! Anyone had any luck getting a proper mug from housekeeping? I HAVE to drink tea in the mornings (im English!) and I can’t microwave the water in plastic in case it melts

Sorry about the tea! Is this unique to studios? Or are they doing this in the larger villas as well?

 

[Pooh's-Honey-Pot]

They’re bringing me two mugs over which is good, but I’m quite surprised at this environmental step backwards I must say!

 

[Wakey]

From what I've read...

1) When people trade in via RCI for a week, they are not being charged the parking fee, and
2) everyone staying onsite may use the magic band to enter the theme park parking lots during their stay and they wave you through. Not sure whether they still provide a paper parking pass since some people don't even go to the front desk to check-in, doing so via their smart phones.

If someone has had a different experience, hopefully they'll correct this.

When I was at AKL they put a paper parking pass in the room. They didn't at BWV though. This was July/ August. I was suprised to see the paper parking pass for AKL. No one ever asked me if I had driven in, and the security guard when first driving in couldn't find me on the reservation list- I had my reservation though.

 

[Wakey]

Just a heads up, apparently they have got the test room(s) up and running for the SSR refurb, although they will not let guests go and see them if they ask.

 

[The Jackal]

When I was at AKL they put a paper parking pass in the room. They didn't at BWV though. This was July/ August. I was suprised to see the paper parking pass for AKL. No one ever asked me if I had driven in, and the security guard when first driving in couldn't find me on the reservation list- I had my reservation though.

I have never seen a paper parking pass. Been to WDW 4 times in past 2 years. Have been to SSR, OKW, AKV, BWV and PVB. Never a pass and we take our car every time.

 

[The Jackal]

Just a heads up, apparently they have got the test room(s) up and running for the SSR refurb, although they will not let guests go and see them if they ask.

Too bad I want to see what they look like we just got down here today. Still waiting on the room.

 

[js]

Hi. I have a preferred view studio booked from January 4-12. I would love to be able to have a view of DTD. Is this something that is a possibility? If so, would I request Springs or would it be Congress Park, high floor?

I do not care about the walk to the bus or quick service. I prefer the view of DTD and the ease of walking to/from DTD in the evenings.

Thank you very much!

 

[madchatter]

Hi. I have a preferred view studio booked from January 4-12. I would love to be able to have a view of DTD. Is this something that is a possibility? If so, would I request Springs or would it be Congress Park, high floor?

I do not care about the walk to the bus or quick service. I prefer the view of DTD and the ease of walking to/from DTD in the evenings.

Thank you very much!

Definitely CP. it’s the closest area. You can request congress Park and Disney Springs view.

I would recommend you going to touringplans.com and taking a look at the view from each room.

But if you tell member services that you want CP with DS view, you should be ok. It’s not guaranteed but I think your chances are good. And the walk will certainly be minimal to DS.

 

[JenEeyore]

Sorry about the tea! Is this unique to studios? Or are they doing this in the larger villas as well?

We have a 2 BR villa and have real mugs and plates etc. Last year we had a Studio and got stuck with the disposables. Was disappointing. Glad OP was able to get real mugs brought over. I think last year I ended up buying a souvenir mug and used that all week for coffee.

 

[The Jackal]

We have the new pump dispensers for soap and shampoo in our 2 bedroom. No more little bottles.

 

[JenEeyore]

We have the new pump dispensers for soap and shampoo in our 2 bedroom. No more little bottles.

What buildings? We are in Carousel and still getting the little bottles.

 

[JenEeyore]

Definitely CP. it’s the closest area. You can request congress Park and Disney Springs view.

I would recommend you going to touringplans.com and taking a look at the view from each room.

But if you tell member services that you want CP with DS view, you should be ok. It’s not guaranteed but I think your chances are good. And the walk will certainly be minimal to DS.

We were in CP last year and loved the walk to Springs on the path. Very convenient. We had a first floor villa but could still see the sights nicely! Enjoy my if you get it.

 

[js]

Definitely CP. it’s the closest area. You can request congress Park and Disney Springs view.

I would recommend you going to touringplans.com and taking a look at the view from each room.

But if you tell member services that you want CP with DS view, you should be ok. It’s not guaranteed but I think your chances are good. And the walk will certainly be minimal to DS.

Thank you very much! I am a member of touringplans and will go on and take a look at the view. I have always had very good luck
with requesting a room directly with touringplans but will do that and also call and request Congress Park, Disney Springs View.

THANK YOU!