The NEW Disney's Contemporary Resort FAQ with PICTURES! (Feb 2008)

[MAGICinMYHEART]

Any one know what time they start renting out water mice in the mornings and what all is required to rent one and cost??

These prices are from last month:
Sea Raycer $30.00 per 1/2 hour, $40.00 per 3/4 hour, $45.00 per hour
2 passenger maximum (320 lb. max)
*Driver must be 12 years of age and be 5 ft. tall in order to operate: also must be accompanied by an adult with a valid driver's license.
**Single drivers of the boats must be over 16 years old and have a valid Drivers Licensed No age restrictions for passengers. Parent/legal guardian signature required for all minors.

Boat Rental 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. (Last boat rental at 4:45PM)
Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon close at 5:00PM

 

[triplefigs]

Coupon for Sammy Duvall's. http://destinationcoupons.com/Florida/Orlando/activity_sammy_duvalls/watersports.asp

From Mousesavers:
Passholders save 10% on personal watercraft, parasailing, water-skiing and wakeboarding at Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Reservations required. Certain age restrictions apply. For more information or reservations call (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529).

In 2008, Disney World Annual Passholders save 15% on boat rentals (except specialty cruises) at any resort marina.

 

[triplefigs]

These prices are from last month:
Sea Raycer $30.00 per 1/2 hour, $40.00 per 3/4 hour, $45.00 per hour
2 passenger maximum (320 lb. max)
*Driver must be 12 years of age and be 5 ft. tall in order to operate: also must be accompanied by an adult with a valid driver's license.
**Single drivers of the boats must be over 16 years old and have a valid Drivers Licensed No age restrictions for passengers. Parent/legal guardian signature required for all minors.

Boat Rental 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. (Last boat rental at 4:45PM)
Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon close at 5:00PM

I'm adding this info to the 1st page! Thanks.

 

[Sk8Leigh]

These prices are from last month:
Sea Raycer $30.00 per 1/2 hour, $40.00 per 3/4 hour, $45.00 per hour
2 passenger maximum (320 lb. max)

Do you have information for the larger boats? I'm going with my parents in October and I want to take them out on a boat. TIA.

 

[musicmom3]

I would and ask for the end closest to the MK.

I have requested a high floor but did not know about the "closest to the MK" request? Does it make a real difference in the view of the fireworks? Is there any bad theme park view that we should know about?

 

[MAGICinMYHEART]

Do you have information for the larger boats? I'm going with my parents in October and I want to take them out on a boat. TIA.

I do have the current prices for the other watercraft.
Note: Prices are valid as of February 2008. Prices are subject to change without notice, list prices do not include tax or gratuity.

Specialty Cruises:
Celebrate special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or group outings by watching the Magic Kingdoms Firework.
Hours vary, standard trip lasts 50 minutes. Prices vary depending on the party size, food, and decorations.
Maximum 8-10 people per boat: Includes driver, snacks & beverages.Addition food and beverage packages are available (additional charge)
Call WDW-PLAY (407-939-7529) for reservations

Motorized Boats:

17' Boston Whaler Montauk:$45.00 per 1/2 hour
6 passengers maximum
*Diver must be 18 years of age

21' Sun Tracker Pontoon Boat: $45.00 per 1/2 hour
10 passengers
*Diver must be 18 years of age

Fishing Excursion
Guided Bass Fishing Excursions:
7am-9am or 10am-12:00pm
$250.00
1:30pm-3:30pm $225.00 Excursion Daily 2hr
Extended trips are also available
Guided excursions are tax-exempt. All Guided excursions include 2 hours of fishing for up to five people, an experience guide, rod & reels, tackle, artificial bait, live bait, non-alcoholic beverages, a digital photo or your outing & a one-year BASS membership. Call WDW-BASS (407-939-2277)

 

[triplefigs]

I have requested a high floor but did not know about the "closest to the MK" request? Does it make a real difference in the view of the fireworks? Is there any bad theme park view that we should know about?

No, any of the views on that side are wonderful. It just puts you closer to the MK!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

I have requested a high floor but did not know about the "closest to the MK" request? Does it make a real difference in the view of the fireworks? Is there any bad theme park view that we should know about?

Even if you ended up with a Magic Kingdom view on the 6th floor which is as low as possible, I don't think it makes a difference because in my opinion the view is still the same.

Now if you happen to get a high floor and got a room that ended in the number 48, that means you would be right at the end of the hallway with a room that is closet to the Magic Kingdom. For example the 6th is room 4248, the 7th floor is room 4348, the 8th floor is room 4448, the 9th floor is room 4548, the 10th floor is room 4658, and the 11th floor is room 4748.

One thing I can guarantee is you won't get a room on the 5th floor, because there are no Magic Kingdom views on there. The reason is because of the Monorail station, so they only have the Bay Lake views.

 

[joenan88]

Does anyone know why you can not book a MK view on the concierge level? I am booked in a MK view but wanted to upgrade to Concierge..they said I couldn't be guaranteed to the view...just wondering why they do not offer this?

 

[triplefigs]

Does anyone know why you can not book a MK view on the concierge level? I am booked in a MK view but wanted to upgrade to Concierge..they said I couldn't be guaranteed to the view...just wondering why they do not offer this?

I don't know why they don't, but I wish they did let you book specific view! Several of the Deluxe Resorts do not offer guaranteed views on their Concierge floors including the 12th floor Atrium Club and 14th floor Tower Club (the Suites in the 14th floor do guarantee a certain view) at the CR, both RPC and SL at the Grand Floridian, BWI, Wilderness Lodge. The BC, YC, and Poly do let you book specific views for concierge. The AKL Deluxe Concierge (allows 6 to a room) allows you to book a pool or a Savannah room. The AKL Club Level standard Concierge room guarantees a Savannah view, but doesn't tell you which one it will be.

If the view is your number one priority, then keep the Tower MK view. We stayed on the Atrium Club for our last trip and lucked out getting a MK view. It was amazing. The view is what we want most, so we opted to book a standard room with the MK view in the Tower and skip Concierge for our April trip.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Does anyone know why you can not book a MK view on the concierge level? I am booked in a MK view but wanted to upgrade to Concierge..they said I couldn't be guaranteed to the view...just wondering why they do not offer this?

I guess you can say my family and I are lucky, but whenever we stay on the Atrium Club Level we always manage to get a Magic Kingdom view and have never requested it when making the reservations. Now since we have had it so many times if we ended up with the Bay Lake view it would not be that bad. Plus we can look outside at the Magic Kingdom anytime we wanted since it can be viewed from the lounge. However I agree with Denise that if the Magic Kingdom view if your top priority then you should just make a reservation for the Magic Kingdom view and not stay Club Level.

 

[joenan88]

Thanks Cr and Triplefigs....The view is my biggest priority so I will not change my reservation..when I check in I will ask if a concierge room is available with a MK view and if it is I will pay the difference...

 

[Native NYer]

Thanks Cr and Triplefigs....The view is my biggest priority so I will not change my reservation..when I check in I will ask if a concierge room is available with a MK view and if it is I will pay the difference...

This is exactly what I'm doing in August.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Thanks Cr and Triplefigs....The view is my biggest priority so I will not change my reservation..when I check in I will ask if a concierge room is available with a MK view and if it is I will pay the difference...

That sounds like a very good idea.

 

[esmerelda51]

When I recently booked a reservation at the Contempory, I could only get a King room in the Garden Wing for next March. There was no mention of which view. Does anyone know where the King room are located? My reservation says Garden Wing-King (cg) Thanks for any info.

 

[joenan88]

When I recently booked a reservation at the Contempory, I could only get a King room in the Garden Wing for next March. There was no mention of which view. Does anyone know where the King room are located? My reservation says Garden Wing-King (cg) Thanks for any info.

You have a room in The garden wing which means you have a gardenview..The only way to have a MK view or Bay view is to be in the main tower.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

When I recently booked a reservation at the Contempory, I could only get a King room in the Garden Wing for next March. There was no mention of which view. Does anyone know where the King room are located? My reservation says Garden Wing-King (cg) Thanks for any info.

I can not say what type of view you get with the type of reservation you have, however I know that you would either face the parking lot/convention center or a smaller view of Bay Lake.

 

[maidenfairy]

subscribing

 

[wdhinn89]

Is there any place in the CR now or by Oct that sells quick breakfasts to go like Gasparillos does. (Ex. egg sandwiches, mickey waffles with bacon)

Thanks

 

[triplefigs]

The Tempo Grab and Go is the only CS in the CR at the moment. The menu link is listed in the 1st post under restaurants.