The *NEW* Coronado Springs FAQ Thread (Part II)

[DinDin233]

The impact with any convention is usually limited to check-in, in and around the main building or the Pepper Market. Being a Salsa competition, I don't think they have tradition breaks during the day like a business convention would for lunch and dinner. The competitions are probably continually going on in the convention facilities. It also does not look like a huge competition with lots of guests. What I've observed from any convention is that the buses and pools are less crowded and the Pepper Market can get crowded at lunch and dinner. If we choose to eat at the PM, we would do it earlier for lunch and/or dinner than traditional times to avoid crowds.

I think I read this was going to be televised on ESPN too. Might be fun to watch if you get a chance. Tickets are available.

Link to the salsa championship website. Looks like a big dance contest.
http://www.worldsalsachampionships.com/index2.htm

Thanks for putting my worries at ease Buzz!

 

[dburg30]

The impact with any convention is usually limited to check-in, in and around the main building or the Pepper Market. Being a Salsa competition, I don't think they have tradition breaks during the day like a business convention would for lunch and dinner. The competitions are probably continually going on in the convention facilities. It also does not look like a huge competition with lots of guests. What I've observed from any convention is that the buses and pools are less crowded and the Pepper Market can get crowded at lunch and dinner. If we choose to eat at the PM, we would do it earlier for lunch and/or dinner than traditional times to avoid crowds.

I think I read this was going to be televised on ESPN too. Might be fun to watch if you get a chance. Tickets are available.

Link to the salsa championship website. Looks like a big dance contest.
http://www.worldsalsachampionships.com/index2.htm

I was thinking the same thing. I actually thought about going and checking it out. I'm sure I WONT as I really dont want to 'waste' any of my vacation time, but I thought it could be a pretty interesting thing. Better then the tax preparers covention that I think is there soon also.. Dont think I'd want to go to that one..

 

[motofox4]

i know i saw a list of the conventions somewhere but am unable to find it now. does anyone have a list or a link they can give me?? Thanks in advance!!!

 

[Buzz2001]

i know i saw a list of the conventions somewhere but am unable to find it now. does anyone have a list or a link they can give me?? Thanks in advance!!!

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=21401216&postcount=107

 

[BenKurtz]

My wife and I stayed in room 8552, first floor of 8B Cabana.

Ben

 

[BenKurtz]

Hello Ben,

Do you remember your room number?... If we do stay at CSR in Sept. instead of CBR this is exactly what I want... King bed, water view, first floor, Cabanas 8b...

I have other questions, but I'll read more of this thread before asking them...

TIA!!

My wife and I stayed in room # 8552 in 8B Cabana, on the first floor.

Ben

 

[plutospup]

I saw where CSR's rooms are going under rehab. Any info as to when it will begin, and which rooms will be rehabbed first?

 

[Foofness]

My wife and I stayed in room # 8552 in 8B Cabana, on the first floor.

Ben

Thank You!!!!
If we decide to go with CSR I know EXACTLY which room to request!..
One more question though... Is the bathroom a HA one without a tub?... I just saw some pictures of one further back in this thread and I'm not sure I could deal with not having a tub...

TIA...

 

[PrincessNED]

1) I just ordered some cel phone to be shipped to CSR for our arrival. Do I have to let checkin know they are coming ??

2) whats the chance the slide renovation will be completed early? like next week ?

 

[Foofness]

Ok... now that I've finally gone through this whole thread I do have a few questions I didn't see already asked, or answered in trip reviews... or if they were I don't remember now!..

Does Siestas completely close at seven pm... or is that just for the food?

The new outdoor lounge, that is supposed to be staying now... what time does it close?... If it's open till midnight we will spend a little time there each evening after returning from the parks... and is it a DSA?...

Are all the "king" rooms on the ground floor?.. I know that they are located all over the resort, but does that mean on all floors as well?... Are they all HA rooms?... (I believe I read the answer to this one, which would be no, but who knows which page so I'm not completely sure I'm remembering right... better to just ask)... I really want a tub... nothing like a nice bubble bath at the end of the day!... I'd just hate to have to choose between a big bed, and a nice bubble bath...

How long is the hot tub left on in the evening?... nothing noted about it on the pool sign...

How long is the ride to DTD?... I've seen the times for all the parks listed, but nothing on the ride to DTD...

I read that this is less like other resorts... that you can forget you are at WDW... does that mean they don't have the themed music?... I love walking up to the main area's and hearing the music... If this one does have tunes as you get to the main building and Dig site, what kind of music is it?... Mexican I would guess... just please tell me it isn't country!..

And this last question is for Buzz specifically... Do you ever get tired of answering the SAME questions AGAIN AND AGAIN because someone didn't take five minutes to read a few pages?!... I should have counted how many times you posted your building suggestions!!!
You have the patience of a SAINT!!!!

TIA!!...

 

[BenKurtz]

Thank You!!!!
If we decide to go with CSR I know EXACTLY which room to request!..
One more question though... Is the bathroom a HA one without a tub?... I just saw some pictures of one further back in this thread and I'm not sure I could deal with not having a tub...

TIA...

Tia, the bathrooms have a full size tub with a nice shower head.

Ben

 

[BenKurtz]

Ok... now that I've finally gone through this whole thread I do have a few questions I didn't see already asked, or answered in trip reviews... or if they were I don't remember now!..

Does Siestas completely close at seven pm... or is that just for the food?

The new outdoor lounge, that is supposed to be staying now... what time does it close?... If it's open till midnight we will spend a little time there each evening after returning from the parks... and is it a DSA?...

Are all the "king" rooms on the ground floor?.. I know that they are located all over the resort, but does that mean on all floors as well?... Are they all HA rooms?... (I believe I read the answer to this one, which would be no, but who knows which page so I'm not completely sure I'm remembering right... better to just ask)... I really want a tub... nothing like a nice bubble bath at the end of the day!... I'd just hate to have to choose between a big bed, and a nice bubble bath...

How long is the hot tub left on in the evening?... nothing noted about it on the pool sign...

How long is the ride to DTD?... I've seen the times for all the parks listed, but nothing on the ride to DTD...

I read that this is less like other resorts... that you can forget you are at WDW... does that mean they don't have the themed music?... I love walking up to the main area's and hearing the music... If this one does have tunes as you get to the main building and Dig site, what kind of music is it?... Mexican I would guess... just please tell me it isn't country!..

And this last question is for Buzz specifically... Do you ever get tired of answering the SAME questions AGAIN AND AGAIN because someone didn't take five minutes to read a few pages?!... I should have counted how many times you posted your building suggestions!!!
You have the patience of a SAINT!!!!

TIA!!...

Tia, the Siesta closes at 7 PM for everything. The hot tub which seats (22 people) stays open until 10 PM. If you click on to Buzz's unofficial website of Coronado Springs, it will answer most of your questions or Buzz will answer them for you.

Ben

 

[Buzz2001]

Does Siestas completely close at seven pm... or is that just for the food? Everything

The new outdoor lounge, that is supposed to be staying now... what time does it close?... If it's open till midnight we will spend a little time there each evening after returning from the parks... and is it a DSA?...not sure

Are all the "king" rooms on the ground floor?.. I know that they are located all over the resort, but does that mean on all floors as well?... Are they all HA rooms?... (I believe I read the answer to this one, which would be no, but who knows which page so I'm not completely sure I'm remembering right... better to just ask)... I really want a tub... nothing like a nice bubble bath at the end of the day!... I'd just hate to have to choose between a big bed, and a nice bubble bath... King rooms are located all over the resort and on both floors. A majority of them have some HA accessibilities which could include a walk/roll in shower.

How long is the ride to DTD?... I've seen the times for all the parks listed, but nothing on the ride to DTD...20 min ride to DtD

I read that this is less like other resorts... that you can forget you are at WDW... does that mean they don't have the themed music? Themed music plays all along the walkway near and in the main building I love walking up to the main area's and hearing the music... If this one does have tunes as you get to the main building and Dig site, what kind of music is it?... Yes, Mexican

And this last question is for Buzz specifically... Do you ever get tired of answering the SAME questions AGAIN AND AGAIN because someone didn't take five minutes to read a few pages?!... not yet. sometimes I learn something new too

 

[Foofness]

Tia, the bathrooms have a full size tub with a nice shower head.

Ben

WONDERFUL!!!
This is our room!... It sounds absolutely PERFECT!..

Thanks so much for the information Ben!!!

 

[Monica20039]

Okay, I am on page 39 and still see no answer to my question, and since Buzz is such a patient, helpful person, I'm just going to ask my question...

What is the bedding like? I keep having visions/fears of those itchy, scratchy, feel like you could wash dishes with them, type of blankets...on top of uncomfy sheets that I've had at places like La Quinta or Days Inn. CSR is our first choice for our Disneymoon, and I just want to put down the deposit already. However, I have really sensitive skin- I break out into hives and rashes rather easily.

Any info would be great! Thanks everyone.

 

[Buzz2001]

Okay, I am on page 39 and still see no answer to my question, and since Buzz is such a patient, helpful person, I'm just going to ask my question...

What is the bedding like? I keep having visions/fears of those itchy, scratchy, feel like you could wash dishes with them, type of blankets...on top of uncomfy sheets that I've had at places like La Quinta or Days Inn. CSR is our first choice for our Disneymoon, and I just want to put down the deposit already. However, I have really sensitive skin- I break out into hives and rashes rather easily.

Any info would be great! Thanks everyone.

To me, the beds are comfortable. They are pillow top beds and are about 17" or 18" high. The sheets are okay but not like I have at home. They feel like there is not softener used. The blanket is that "fuzz" like material almost like fleece but stiffer. I always remove the bedspread and I only use the sheet and blanket. I think all the disney resorts use the same sheets so they will be the same throughout.

 

[Monica20039]

Yay, that's all I needed to know. Off to put down my deposit.

Buzz, I think CSR should give you comp rooms or something- you're awesome! I quote you while at work, and my co-workers think I am nuts, "Well, Buzz said the CSR is the best mod..."

Co-workers are like, "Who the heck is Buzz??"

And that's the beauty of the DIS forums.

 

[Buzz2001]

Yay, that's all I needed to know. Off to put down my deposit.

Buzz, I think CSR should give you comp rooms or something- you're awesome! I quote you while at work, and my co-workers think I am nuts, "Well, Buzz said the CSR is the best mod..."

Co-workers are like, "Who the heck is Buzz??"

And that's the beauty of the DIS forums.

Have a great trip!

 

[motofox4]

How long is the ride to DTD?... I've seen the times for all the parks listed, but nothing on the ride to DTD...20 min ride to DtD

We will be renting a car and will be using that most of the time ~ does it still take 20 minutes to get to DTD if NOT using disney transportation?? we stayed at Pop last year and remember it only taking about 10 minutes or so.. TIA!!!!

 

[BenKurtz]

WONDERFUL!!!
This is our room!... It sounds absolutely PERFECT!..

Thanks so much for the information Ben!!!

Tia, your welcome, be sure to purchase a resort refillable mug at the resort. Great in the morning for coffee from the Pepper Market, (you have to try there breakfast pastries, muffins, etc., do die for). The mug is also great at the dig site or back to the Pepper Market to refill with a cold drink.

Ben