The Boardwalk Inn Information Thread

[WDWKOOK]

Ok, so we check in at BWI on Jan 7, where do we go to get our refillable mugs and get a quick bite of breakfast before heading to the MK?

I believe mug refills are available at the following: Leaping Horse Libations, Seashore Sweets, and the Boardwalk Bakery.

The closest breakfast choices would be Kouzzina's, the BWB and Bellevue Lounge serves a basic continental breakfast starting at 0630. I've read that it's lovely and has a veranda that overlooks the BW.

Hello! Well, I can't believe I'm on the BWI thread. Yes, I'm one of those EX- I'll-never-stay-at-the-clown-pool-place. But after seeing how COOL the slide is, I think I can avoid looking at the clown

Anyway, I am planning a WDW trip for next summer. I am tentatively looking at 6 nights at a moderate and 3 nights at a 1 bdr villa. We've stayed at VWL and LOVED the room (WL was just ok though) and we'd like to try a resort we have never stayed at. BWI fits the bill with access to Epcot to boot!

I know this is the BWI thread but there doesn't seem to be a villas at BWI thread but I'm sure you can answer all my questions about location and food and such!

Just wanted to say Hi for now and will follow along. I'm sure I'll be asking you guys questions soon

Oh, I can relate. We're booked for our first BWI stay next summer. I hope you have a great stay at BWV!

I saw that too,the pics I saw looked great. We have a breakfast ADR for our last morning but that is not till March, with my luck they will change the menu again by then.

I know what you mean, Sheila, they always seem to change or take away something we like. Lots of tweaking going on at WDW.

Hi to my fellow BWI fans!
I will be staying at the BWI, for the 3rd time, over Christmas. Since I usually go to Disney in the summertime, I don't know what to expect at this time of the year. Anything you can tell me would be appreciated.

We stayed at WL last Christmas and I was really worried about being at WDW during the busiest time of the year. But, I planned carefully and everything worked out just fine.

The key is to try and enjoy the resort amenities as much as you can and not make the parks your focus. If possible, at least don't make the MK your focus, it's the most popular park at Christmas. In fact, it reaches capacity and closes to the GP every year on Christmas. It will sometimes re-open to the GP later, but you really want to avoid it. Also, avoid the park with EMH - they tend to be busier. If you can, avoid the MK Fri. - Mon., it's busiest those days around holidays.

If you can book recreation or tours on peak park attendance days, that will assure you an activity that you won't even have to wait in line for. Make sure you have all your ADRs and/or eat at the QS's during non-peak times such as before 11:30 and between 2-4. To encourage this, last year they offered coupons for 30% off (or was it 25%?) QS's during non-peak hours. I printed them up at home, but they were also distributing them in the parks. And when everyone else is watching the parades, go on the rides!

 

[WDWKOOK]

I will be trying the french toast next week

Perfect! Can't wait to hear what you thought of it.

 

[OThopeful35]

The BoardWalk is beautiful! I think this may be my next resort

 

[CrystalCastle]

I can't believe I'll be there in 20 days! I am so excited for this trip. My longest stay ever (11 days) and my very first time staying at a deluxe. I really want to enjoy the resort and not just do day after day of death marches through the parks. I can't wait to see what all BWI has to offer.

 

[sjs314]

I can't believe I'll be there in 20 days! I am so excited for this trip. My longest stay ever (11 days) and my very first time staying at a deluxe. I really want to enjoy the resort and not just do day after day of death marches through the parks. I can't wait to see what all BWI has to offer.

I wish I was at 20 days, 79 more for me. The more research I do about BWI the more excited I become, as you said BWI seems to have so much to offer.

 

[psac]

I know this is the BWI thread but there doesn't seem to be a villas at BWI thread but I'm sure you can answer all my questions about location and food and such!

There is a BWV thread in the DVC boards, but this thread here is more active. You can still try that one as well.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1300921

We just booked our BWV trip for Nov 2012 at our 11 month DVC window, that's going to be a tough 11 month wait...

 

[gometros]

I believe mug refills are available at the following: Leaping Horse Libations, Seashore Sweets, and the Boardwalk Bakery.

And the Bellevue Lounge, which I think is one of the best kept secrets. After may stays at the BWV, I only discovered it on our last trip. Since it's on the BWI side, I never ventured over there but a bellhop who saw me going outside with my mug one day told me about it.

 

[Tinkerbellie16]

That was me! I'm not a huge fan of waterslides - they are generally just OK. But the BWI slide is great fun and I really loved it. Our boys still prefer the slide and pool at BC. On the pool issue, I agree. On the slide issue, I disagree - BWI's slide is my favorite slide anywhere ever.

As for the clown, didn't even pay attention to him. We were having too much fun and most of the time at BWI, I was enjoying the beautiful view of Crescent Lake.

We love waterslides. I actually didn't dig on the BC pool. I like to be able to see the whole pool and where my kids are. I'm sure as they get older, it will fine, but for now, I like to camp out and keep an eye on the kids

There is a BWV thread in the DVC boards, but this thread here is more active. You can still try that one as well.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1300921

We just booked our BWV trip for Nov 2012 at our 11 month DVC window, that's going to be a tough 11 month wait...

Thank you for that link!

And the Bellevue Lounge, which I think is one of the best kept secrets. After may stays at the BWV, I only discovered it on our last trip. Since it's on the BWI side, I never ventured over there but a bellhop who saw me going outside with my mug one day told me about it.

I give - what's the Bellevue Lounge? I would think it was a bar but it sounds like you can get refills on your mugs there? Thanks!

 

[sjs314]

We love waterslides. I actually didn't dig on the BC pool. I like to be able to see the whole pool and where my kids are. I'm sure as they get older, it will fine, but for now, I like to camp out and keep an eye on the kids



Thank you for that link!



I give - what's the Bellevue Lounge? I would think it was a bar but it sounds like you can get refills on your mugs there? Thanks!

I just recently found out about the Bell Vue Lounge, it is located off the lobby near the elevators , I think ? It is open from 6:30 am to 11 am for Continental Breakfast Offerings, menu on All Ears.
I am sure someone here can add more about it, I think it is one of BWI best kept secrets.

 

[gometros]

We love waterslides. I actually didn't dig on the BC pool. I like to be able to see the whole pool and where my kids are. I'm sure as they get older, it will fine, but for now, I like to camp out and keep an eye on the kids



Thank you for that link!



I give - what's the Bellevue Lounge? I would think it was a bar but it sounds like you can get refills on your mugs there? Thanks!

The Bellevue Lounge is on the lobby level of the BWI. It serves a COntinental Breakfast from 6:30am until 11:00am

Menu frmo Deb's site:

Low-fat Milk $1.49
Chocolate Milk $2.19
Apple Juice $1.89
Orange Juice $2.59
Coffee (regular or decaf) $2.09
Hot Tea $2.09

Whole Fruit $1.29
Fruit Cup $3.39
Yogurt Parfait $4.29

Cereal with Milk $3.09
Bagel with Cream Cheese $2.59

Croissant $2.29
Muffin $2.59
Danish $2.39

I'm glad I mentioned it. I was thinking about adding a post, but figured I was the only one who didn't know about it!

 

[PrincessSuzanne]

This will be our first stay at BWI and I have heard of it, just thought it was a bar/lounge, which is fine too. We just want to get a quick breakfast before we head out to MK on our check in morning.

Where do we purchase our mugs? Well, we have the dining plan, so pick-up our mugs?

 

[scottashackleton]

Cannot wait for my girlfriend and my 9 day stay at the Boardwalk Villas! Have stayed at Beach Club and always envied the views right above the boardwalk for early morning breakfasts and Illumination views!

 

[Tinkerbellie16]

I just recently found out about the Bell Vue Lounge, it is located off the lobby near the elevators , I think ? It is open from 6:30 am to 11 am for Continental Breakfast Offerings, menu on All Ears.
I am sure someone here can add more about it, I think it is one of BWI best kept secrets.

The Bellevue Lounge is on the lobby level of the BWI. It serves a COntinental Breakfast from 6:30am until 11:00am

Menu frmo Deb's site:

Low-fat Milk $1.49
Chocolate Milk $2.19
Apple Juice $1.89
Orange Juice $2.59
Coffee (regular or decaf) $2.09
Hot Tea $2.09

Whole Fruit $1.29
Fruit Cup $3.39
Yogurt Parfait $4.29

Cereal with Milk $3.09
Bagel with Cream Cheese $2.59

Croissant $2.29
Muffin $2.59
Danish $2.39

I'm glad I mentioned it. I was thinking about adding a post, but figured I was the only one who didn't know about it!

Thank you! I like the cheese danishes they serve around WDW so I hope they have them here!

 

[gometros]

This will be our first stay at BWI and I have heard of it, just thought it was a bar/lounge, which is fine too. We just want to get a quick breakfast before we head out to MK on our check in morning.

Where do we purchase our mugs? Well, we have the dining plan, so pick-up our mugs?

You can purchase the mugs where you buy your drink. I got mine the first day at the Boardwalk Bakery.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Hi everyone, I am not home just yet. Earlier this morning my family and I left the Boardwalk Inn and I am posting this from Cleveland, Tennessee at the Fairfield Inn & Suites I am staying at. Anyway here is my recent Boardwalk Inn Club Level review.

Boardwalk Inn

Just like my previous stays there I have to give thanks to the Boardwalk Inn Club Level Cast Members, who are simply amazing and the best set of people you will ever meet. Since we reserved a Standard Club Level Room we got room #4223 which was the exact same room we had in December 2010. The lounge was great and I loved the new food offerings. We also didn't have problems getting a table, although it helped being there when they would start serving the food offerings like at 5:00 PM.

Also one day I happened to be walking in the hallway and who do I see, Cat Cora who was there singing copies of her book at Kouzzina. Well she was very nice and I got to get a picture with her.

Theme Parks

Among the 4 parks Epcot is the one I went to the most, with a couple of visits to the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and the Animal Kingdom. Lines and crowds were not an issue since I got to them when they opened

Restaurants

Among the onsite restaurants I went 6X to the ESPN Club, 2X at Earl of Sandwich, Big River Grill & Brewing Works, Liberty Tree Tavern, Via Napoli and Le Cellier.

Next WDW Vacation

I am happy to say we got the Bounceback offer for August 2012 and made another Club Level reservation at the Boardwalk Inn from the 9th - 23rd in a Standard Room. The Deluxe Room was available however it was still $1700 more and we are happy with the Standard Room.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Hi everyone, I am not home just yet. Earlier this morning my family and I left the Boardwalk Inn and I am posting this from Cleveland, Tennessee at the Fairfield Inn & Suites I am staying at. Anyway here is my recent Boardwalk Inn Club Level review.

Boardwalk Inn

Just like my previous stays there I have to give thanks to the Boardwalk Inn Club Level Cast Members, who are simply amazing and the best set of people you will ever meet. Since we reserved a Standard Club Level Room we got room #4223 which was the exact same room we had in December 2010. The lounge was great and I loved the new food offerings. We also didn't have problems getting a table, although it helped being there when they would start serving the food offerings like at 5:00 PM.

Also one day I happened to be walking in the hallway and who do I see, Cat Cora who was there singing copies of her book at Kouzzina. Well she was very nice and I got to get a picture with her.

Theme Parks

Among the 4 parks Epcot is the one I went to the most, with a couple of visits to the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and the Animal Kingdom. Lines and crowds were not an issue since I got to them when they opened

Restaurants

Among the onsite restaurants I went 6X to the ESPN Club, 2X at Earl of Sandwich, Big River Grill & Brewing Works, Liberty Tree Tavern, Via Napoli and Le Cellier.

Next WDW Vacation

I am happy to say we got the Bounceback offer for August 2012 and made another Club Level reservation at the Boardwalk Inn from the 9th - 23rd in a Standard Room. The Deluxe Room was available however it was still $1700 more and we are happy with the Standard Room.

It's great reading your review and it looks like you had yet another fantastic BWI experience. You'll have to post your Cat Cora photo! I wonder if she knew you never ate at her restaurant though.

So you had the same room as last December, but not the same room as this summer? Which room did you prefer and why? Did you make a different room request this time?

Did you take any photos of the lounge food? I know we'd all love to see some or at least hear about the new dishes

Thanks for checking in with us and continued safe travels north!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

It's great reading your review and it looks like you had yet another fantastic BWI experience. You'll have to post your Cat Cora photo! I wonder if she knew you never ate at her restaurant though.

So you had the same room as last December, but not the same room as this summer? Which room did you prefer and why? Did you make a different room request this time?

Did you take any photos of the lounge food? I know we'd all love to see some or at least hear about the new dishes

Thanks for checking in with us and continued safe travels north!

This past August we stayed in a Deluxe Room and this month we stayed in a Standard Room, that's why the rooms were different. It's hard to say which one I like better since the Deluxe Room has 2 TV's and the guaranteed view of the Boardwalk, however their Standard Rooms are just as good and less expensive.

I did get some pictures of the lounge offerings on the counter on my BlackBerry and I will try to post them when I get a chance.

I won't be able to post the picture with Cat Cora because my Dad took it on his camera and we could never load up the program for it onto our computer and load those pictures on there.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Does the BWI share an IPO like the Poly-WL and GF-CR, for example? Or does it have its own IPO like AKL?

 

[sjs314]

CR - Thanks for the mini review, it is always a good thing to read that someone is rebooked and will be returning to the same resort on their next visit. How cool was that running int Cat Cora and getting your pic taken with her

I read where YC now has lots of resort specific merchandise, di you notice if BWI had much? I am hoping so for our first ever stay at BWI. I am getting very excited the more I research and read up on the resort!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

CR - Thanks for the mini review, it is always a good thing to read that someone is rebooked and will be returning to the same resort on their next visit. How cool was that running int Cat Cora and getting your pic taken with her

I read where YC now has lots of resort specific merchandise, di you notice if BWI had much? I am hoping so for our first ever stay at BWI. I am getting very excited the more I research and read up on the resort!

Yes the Boardwalk has a lot more resort specific merchandise. I purchased a jacket, key chain and luggage tag. The only thing I couldn't get was a shirt because they only made them in Womens sizes.