SSR Trip Report (detailed)

[JudithM]

Thank you for taking the time to post your detailed trip report. We saw Saratoga Springs during Member Homecoming & liked what we saw then.

 

[Divamomto3]

GREAT report!

I can't wait.

The one thing that caught my eye was that you got there at 11 and the DD views were gone. I'm sure that'll be the case for DH and I also b/c we aren't checking in until 7. But I'm determined not to have my vacations ruled by views anymore b/c I was getting a little obsessed with that! And in the end, your room had a lot of great advantages anyway!

Thanks again!

 

[Divamomto3]

Originally posted by disneycrazed139
For those interested in the spa, when I asked for spa service discounts for DVC this was the list I was given. It states at the bottom of the list that these prices are a 20% discount off the regular prices. (I included their description of each treatment as listed on the sheet where it isn't obvious what the treatment is):

-Swedish massage (50 minutes): $80
-Mystical Forest Therapies (50 minutes) $100 "A Saratoga Springs Signature Series treatment. A calming, therapeutic combination of reflexology and Swedish massage will energize, resotre balance and relieve stress"
-Aromatherapy facial (50 minutes) $92
-Mustical Forest Body Masque and Wrap (50 minutes) $96 A Saratoga Springs Signature Series treatment! Powerful trace minerals and a custom blend of essential oils promote collagen renewal and stimulate natural tissue regeneration. Restore your state of natural well-being!"
-Hydro Massage Therapies (45 minutes) $84 "Wash the world away with your choice of hydro massage treatments. Each uniquely designed to soothe, revitalize, refresh, relax, and detoxify and rejuventate specific conditions! Your physical and psychological well-being is restored as you relax."
-Spa manicure (50 minutes) $40
-Spa pedicure (50 minutes) $52
-Disney Vacation Club Package $372
includes Hydro Massage Therapy of choice, Mystical Forest Masque and Body Wrap, Mystical Forest Therapies, and Aromatherapy Facial.

Wow! A $52 pedicure! Remind me to be sure I have a fresh one from home before I leave! And that's the DVC Discount!

 

[disneycrazed139]

Disneycrazed, was this your first experience to stay at a DVC resort? I am wondering what you thought about DVC versus staying in regular hotel accommodations.

Yes. This was our first stay at a DVC resort. It might be difficult now to go back to regular hotel accomodations. I really enjoyed having the space and privacy--especially as my son is getting older now. I loved having the kitchen, which we used for breakfast and snacks, and of course the washer and dryer. I also invited family and am so glad that I did and that these are all part of the DVC advantages. In terms of the experience being "Disneyesque," I found it to be just as magical as staying in a non-DVC resort--only with enhancements. I actually felt like I was really home. It was fantastic!

 

[LIFERBABE]

I shared many of your sentiments about SSR!

The views were awesome! Even if you don't get a DTD view, you will still have a very desirable view, wherever they put you. I had a courtyard view studio and could see DTD too!

I totally agree with you on the landscaping, the pool size, the quiet pool, the viewing area, everything! LOL

I had a great solo stay and can't wait to return with DH in Sept.

I also agree about the walk to the main pool. I found it no longer than the walk to SAB, albeit at SSR it is completely outside but timing wise it was about the same.

Glad you had such a great time!

 

[Sammie]

Originally posted by Divamomto3
GREAT report!

I can't wait.

The one thing that caught my eye was that you got there at 11 and the DD views were gone. I'm sure that'll be the case for DH and I also b/c we aren't checking in until 7. But I'm determined not to have my vacations ruled by views anymore b/c I was getting a little obsessed with that! And in the end, your room had a lot of great advantages anyway!

Thanks again!

If you look at the SSR room layout that Doc posted the dedicated 2 bedrooms rooms with really good DD views are very limited. In my opinion only 2 per floor per building and you need to be on an upper floor even then. The better views go to the one bedrooms, studios and GV.

 

[bounceytigger]

Great, detailed report! Thanks for being so objective, and for sharing so much information...

I can't wait to go!
--Sarah

 

[TwingleMum]

Thanks for the great trip report.

 

[JLPooh]

Thanks for taking the time, to share your trip with us. Great report.

 

[tinker925]

Thank you for such a great report. I can't wait to see and feel it for myself!!