The *NEW* Coronado Springs FAQ Thread

[Buzz2001]

tell me about the internal transportation system...

CSR offers an internal shuttle system to help guests get around the resort. There are stops at the back entrance to El Centro and scattered through the villages. A sign will mark the stop. You can also flag down a cart if there is room. It is not a perfect system, but at least it is offered. Only resort to offer such a service.

WALKING DISTANCES
The distance around the whole lake is just under a mile (.97 miles).

Walking Distances
From El Centro moving clockwise around the lake path to:
Casitas 3 = .16 miles
Casitas 4 = .24 miles
Casitas 5 = .27 miles
Ranchos = .46 miles

From El Centro to the Dig Site, via the bridge near the Cabanas
= .35 miles

From El Centro moving counterclockwise around the lake to:
Cabanas 9B = .16 miles
Cabanas 9A/8B = .22 miles
Cabanas 8A = .31 miles

tell me more about room service (assuming that you cannot use the DDP to "pay" for room service?)...

I'm not sure about DDP to pay for room service. I would assume no. CSR is the only mod to offer a full menu room service. It's offered from 77am to 11pm. The menu can be seen at http://www.allearsnet.com/menu/menu_csr.htm

tell me more about the salon (is there a salon "menu of services" anywhere, are app'ts necessary, do they do french braids?)...

All health clubs and spas (and salons) at WDW are run by Nikki Bryan Spas. www.relaxedyet.com

You'll get the same service at any of them for the same price--and the technicions and therapists often move around between them.

Nikki Bryan uses Jurlique products.

Casa De Belleza Salon offers the following services: hair styling, permanents, colorings, foiling, make-up, nail services, facials, manicures, pedicures, facials, massage services and waxing from 9:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m.

Prices starting at:
Haircut - $45.00
Haircut, 12 & under - $22.00
Bang Trim - $15.00
Bang Trim, 12 & under - $10.00
Haircut (men) - $30.00
Shampoo - $13.00
Shampoo, Blow Dry - $45.00
Shampoo, Set - $45.00
Shampoo, Cut & Dry - $65.00
Shampoo, Braid & Dry - $35.00
Comb Out - $20.00
French Twist / Up Dos - $45.00
Perm - $80.00
Dry Braid - $25.00
Straighten Hair / 15 minutes - $16.00
Deep Condition - $15.00
Color - $70.00
Highlights (per 5 foils) - $25.00
Foil - $120.00
Manicure - $30.00
Manicure w/Paraffin - $42.00
Paraffin Treatment - $20.00
French Manicure - $37.00
Hot Oil Manicure - $37.00
Polish Change - $20.00
Buff 'n' Polish - $25.00
Nail Repair (per nail) - $12.00
Full Set Acrylic - $80.00
Acrylic Fill - $50.00
Pedicure - $50.00
1/2 Hour Facial - $50.00
1 Hour Facial - $80.00

Massage Services
Our commitment to body, mind and spiritual wellbeing is embodied in each of our massage therapies. A customized experience will elevate your spirit, relax your body and invigorate your mind.

Swedish Massage
Enjoy a relaxation massage oftraditional long strokes and kneading techniques. This therapy increases circulation, soothes tired muscles and relaxes the body.
(25,50 & 75 minutes) $55, $80 & $130

Sports Massage
Your therapist will utilize their experience in different techniques to relax you and relieve the symptoms of built up tension in the muscle tissue. Using Deep Heat oil to penetrate the muscle allows a greater level of relaxation. This is a moderate to firm massage.
(25,50 & 75 minutes) $70, $95 & $145

Aromatherapy Massage
You and your therapist create a customized Swedish massage with the added benefits ofpure aromatic, herbal essential oils. Facilitates relaxation and soothes muscles strained from ovenvork.
(25,50 & 75 minutes) $70, $95 & $145

Skin Care

European Aromatherapy Facial
Let exotic aromas relax your mind, while herbal ingredients cleanse and nourish your skin. Experience a deep-cleansing and relaxing mini-vacation for your skin. This facial is customized for all skin types.
(25 & 50 minutes) $ 60, $90

Gentlemen's Facial
A deep-cleansing and purifying facial designed especially for men. Great for skin irritated by shaving and exposure to the weather. A hydrating treatment that leaves your skin smooth and refreshed.
(50 minutes) $90

My First Facial
A mini facial especially designed for our young guests, 10-14 years of age, to introduce the basics of good skincare. A fun and educational primer for a lifetime of healthy skin.
(25 minutes) $60

Body Treatments

Experience "the ultimate" therapy! Designed to restore harmony, while achieving maximum benefit for your entire body.

Cooling Comfort Wrap
Restore and relieve your entire body with this therapeutic treatment. Lavender essential oil and calendula are used to treat body & soul!
(50 minutes) $120

Journey Rejuvenation Wrap
This treatment is especially designed to alleviate unnatural stress on the body and psyche due to prolonged travel. Using a bounty of essential oils and nourishing clay, this treatment helps you feel relaxed, hydrated and rejuvenated.
(50 minutes) $120

Aromatherapy Massage and Body Wrap
Experience the calming and therapeutic effects of our signature treatment. A custom aromatherapy massage is followed by warm compresses and heat as you are lightly wrapped to encourage the bio-absorption ofnurturing essential oils. A luxurious scalp massage is the final touch as your body and psyche experience a state of total relaxation.
(110 minutes) $175

In-room service
Additional $20.00
Please allow 24 hours notice

We also offer tanning for those days that the sun just does not want to cooperate with your vacation plans.
15 minutes - $8.00

We cannot guarantee requests for male or female therapists, however we will make every attempt to honor your preference.

Upon entering your treatment room, the therapist will leave the room so you may undress. Undergarments are not necessary, and please keep in mind our therapists are trained to warmly drape you with a sheet at all times.

Casa de Belleza Salon, Coronado Springs
9am - 6pm
Phone - 407 939-3965

 

[Buzzfan2Mom]

Buzz- your information has been SOOOO helpful! Thanks (I'm going to mention it when we check in.) I've been lurking here forever and this is my first post. You had so much info we didn't need to! We booked CSR back in Oct. and we'll be there on April 15-21. But now, I'm wondering if we get there early and the room isn't ready, is there a locker room for changing near the main pool? My DD 11 and DS 2.5 will want to swim once they see it!

 

[Buzz2001]

Buzz- your information has been SOOOO helpful! Thanks (I'm going to mention it when we check in.) I've been lurking here forever and this is my first post. You had so much info we didn't need to! We booked CSR back in Oct. and we'll be there on April 15-21. But now, I'm wondering if we get there early and the room isn't ready, is there a locker room for changing near the main pool? My DD 11 and DS 2.5 will want to swim once they see it!

Thanks!! We'll be there from 4/11 to 4/19. Look for us by the pool. My DD is 12 turning 13 during our trip. Her first ever stay was at CSR when she was 4 turning 5, how time flies.

 

[gigi1313]

But now, I'm wondering if we get there early and the room isn't ready, is there a locker room for changing near the main pool? My DD 11 and DS 2.5 will want to swim once they see it!

my $.02 on the subject... be sure to pack your swimsuits in your carry-on, esp if you are using DME... my worst nightmare is arriving at a resort and not having swimsuits due to late or lost luggage... we actually have ds travel wearing swimming trunks as shorts (one less thing to carry!)

BUZZ!!
you outdid yourself w/answers to my queries... i love the internal transport... i'm thinking CSR is the place for us this trip!!

may i ask your input on another situation... when we stay at pop or pofq we've always booked two rooms for our (very large, space-hog) family of four... because it will be a short trip (5 nights compared to our last sept trip of 11 nights) i'm considering paying for a rollaway instead of a second room... whattya think as far as space goes? is there *really* room for a rollaway and still room to walk around, or do i suck it up and go for the second room? imo sleep is as important as good comfy shoes!

 

[Buzz2001]

There are changing rooms near the pool but you need a room key to enter. Just tell a CM by the pool your situation. I also recommend packing suits in carry ons. Lifejackets and towels are poolside.

may i ask your input on another situation... when we stay at pop or pofq we've always booked two rooms for our (very large, space-hog) family of four... because it will be a short trip (5 nights compared to our last sept trip of 11 nights) i'm considering paying for a rollaway instead of a second room... whattya think as far as space goes? is there *really* room for a rollaway and still room to walk around, or do i suck it up and go for the second room? imo sleep is as important as good comfy shoes!

There is room for a roll-a-way, they cost $15.00 per night or you can get a twin air matress for much less. The air matress fits between the wall and bed durin the day. As far as sleeping, you can move the table and 2 chairs to the side of the armiour closest to the bathroom opening up room on the floor by the door. Either option, there is room.

 

[gigi1313]

cool, thanks!! i'm really trying to make this a "budget" trip (since the free dining is costing me the cost of the trip! LOL! we were not planning to go again this year, but, well, free dining are magic words in our house! LOL!) so one room would work!

yet another question... i know CSR surrounds a lake... is there fishing in the lake and can you rent poles? also, are there any fishing "excursions" from the marina there, or just boat rentals?

thanks again

 

[Buzz2001]

yet another question... i know CSR surrounds a lake... is there fishing in the lake and can you rent poles? also, are there any fishing "excursions" from the marina there, or just boat rentals?

thanks again

They have everything.

The CAPTAINS PLAN is $125 for four hours of self drive boat rentals.
The FAMILY PLAN is $239 and gives up to 5 resort guests the use of self drive boats for 10 consecutive days.

These plans would both be purchased at the resort marina.

 

[aunt kelly]

CSR offers an internal shuttle system to help guests get around the resort. There are stops at the back entrance to El Centro and scattered through the villages. A sign will mark the stop. You can also flag down a cart if there is room. It is not a perfect system, but at least it is offered. Only resort to offer such a service.

I'm just curious, are the shuttle stops only set up at certain times of the year, like when it is very hot?

I'm asking because I was at CSR March 12th - 19th and I never saw the shuttle stops even though I walked all the way around the resort several times. I even stopped once at the front desk and asked about the shuttle stops. The CM who helped me didn't know anything about designated shuttle stops. She told me just to wave the shuttle driver down when I wanted a ride.

The weather was very pleasant while we were there so we were happy to walk and never tried waving a shuttle down. On one occasion, the driver stopped and asked if we wanted a ride, so we hopped on. This was the only time during our trip we rode the shuttle.

 

[LBKMAMA]

[/QUOTE]there is room for a roll-a-way, they cost $15.00 per night or you can get a twin air matress for much less. The air matress fits between the wall and bed durin the day. [/QUOTE]

We are going there in Sept/Oct. because my dtr. is not 3 yet we can still stay there with 5 people. She does sleep in a bed at home not a pack and play so I'm wondering should I request this roll-a-way or air mattress? Does the resort have air mattresses or can/do I bring one with us and just leave it up against the wall during the day? I never knew about this last year?

 

[Buzz2001]

CSR offers an internal shuttle system to help guests get around the resort. There are stops at the back entrance to El Centro and scattered through the villages. A sign will mark the stop. You can also flag down a cart if there is room. It is not a perfect system, but at least it is offered. Only resort to offer such a service.

I'm just curious, are the shuttle stops only set up at certain times of the year, like when it is very hot?

I'm asking because I was at CSR March 12th - 19th and I never saw the shuttle stops even though I walked all the way around the resort several times. I even stopped once at the front desk and asked about the shuttle stops. The CM who helped me didn't know anything about designated shuttle stops. She told me just to wave the shuttle driver down when I wanted a ride.

The weather was very pleasant while we were there so we were happy to walk and never tried waving a shuttle down. On one occasion, the driver stopped and asked if we wanted a ride, so we hopped on. This was the only time during our trip we rode the shuttle.

They started sometime around the beginning of last year. They were in use in April 2005 and we will be there next week so I will verify.

 

[Buzz2001]

there is room for a roll-a-way, they cost $15.00 per night or you can get a twin air matress for much less. The air matress fits between the wall and bed durin the day.

We are going there in Sept/Oct because my DD is not 3 yet we can still stay there with 5 people. She does sleep in a bed at home not a pack and play so I'm wondering should I request this roll-a-way or air mattress? Does the resort have air mattresses or can/do I bring one with us and just leave it up against the wall during the day? I never knew about this last year?

I'm not sure if having a child under the age of 3 counts in a resort that only holds five. You may want to post your question in a new thread.

 

[AlwaysEeyore]

ME, DH, DD(4) & DS(1) are staying at CSR 8/27-8/31. We think we narrowed down our section "request" to Casitas 4. It seems to be close enough to the food and playground. Will it be overrun with conventioners if one is going on? I know they may be in meetings during the day, but, I'm sure they hang out at the resort at night. I just keep picturing a bunch of men in suits sitting around smoking cigars while I'm trying to enjoy the sights of the hotel after a day at the parks. I don't like the look of the Cabanas, especially after we just stayed at CBR in January. I love how the Ranchos look but they are just too far from El Centro for me. We stayed in Trinidad South at CBR, the walk to the food with 2 small kids was awful.

 

[Buzz2001]

ME, DH, DD(4) & DS(1) are staying at CSR 8/27-8/31. We think we narrowed down our section "request" to Casitas 4. It seems to be close enough to the food and playground. Will it be overrun with conventioners if one is going on? I know they may be in meetings during the day, but, I'm sure they hang out at the resort at night. I just keep picturing a bunch of men in suits sitting around smoking cigars while I'm trying to enjoy the sights of the hotel after a day at the parks. I don't like the look of the Cabanas, especially after we just stayed at CBR in January. I love how the Ranchos look but they are just too far from El Centro for me. We stayed in Trinidad South at CBR, the walk to the food with 2 small kids was awful.

I like casita 3, 4 or 5. The convention guests don't get just the casita rooms, they could be anywhere throughout the resort. Rancho 7b is another great option. Close to bus stop 4, the main pool and you can use the internal shuttle to get to and from the main building. You shuldn't have a problem. I've only read what you describe happening once at CSR.

 

[timandlesley]

Hi a friend of mine wanted me to ask about the optional smoking rooms. They don't smoke in their rooms because their son has asthma but her husband likes to step out in the morning and smoke outside of the room. Would he be able to do this in some buildings and not others??

Thanks for the help on this one.

 

[Buzz2001]

Hi a friend of mine wanted me to ask about the optional smoking rooms. They don't smoke in their rooms because their son has asthma but her husband likes to step out in the morning and smoke outside of the room. Would he be able to do this in some buildings and not others??

Thanks for the help on this one.

The only smoking optional building is cabana 9a. Those rooms wouldn't work for your DS because they smell of smoke (not all but why take the chance).

If you are in one of the other buildings, there are plenty of places to step out and smoke. Ashtrays are located at by elevators.

 

[timandlesley]

Thanks so much, I'll pass this info along to my friend. They are really looking forward to CSR, mainly from your pic's !!!

 

[Buzz2001]

Your welcome! we leave in 3 hours!!!

 

[MinnieSummer]

We just returned from our third trip to CSR this year and wanted to let people know how great the shuttle service is. It runs continuously all day in a clock-wise direction. According to the driver, there are no stops that are marked -- all you need to do is flag them down as they come past and they will pick you up. During busier times of the year they will add a shuttle going in the other direction. The trip, all the way around the lake, takes about 9 minutes. This is the first time we've been far enough out that I felt like using it and it was truly a time saver (as well as a foot saver after a long day in the park). Hope you all have fun.

 

[TooBoyz4us]

Thanks MinnieSummer !!
Thats great information

 

[FINFAN]

AlwaysEeyore...I agree with you, I prefer the look of the Casita's, and the courtyard area etc. DH wants to request cabanas for the location, but we did not enjoy our CBR visit 2 years ago, and I , too, would rather not be reminded of the same thing. DH wants to be close to the Dig Site for the pool, but I think that will be used less by us than the food court. I am trying to figure out the refil mug thing there tho...my kids are so used to just going to the machines in reg food courts...do you have to have a CM from PM fill them for you? My kids will most likely never ask...too shy..
Anyway, I guess the kids will be the decision makers for the request...and just see what we end up with...Ranchos is our last choice also.


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