The *New* Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Frequently Asked Questions (FEB2004) Part 2

[scanne]

I've booked us into a MK view room with a non-smoking, king bed request - is there a building you all recommend for a MK view room? I know this room category is sort of new, so I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with it yet? Also, any feelings about a dormer room? I'm considering requesting it, but don't know if I should just leave that part to chance

Room 5441 meets all your dreams. This was our honeymoon room in 2000. We were in Sago Cay, room 5441, dormer with a king bed and a fabulous view of Cinderella Castle. I hope you get this room! It was so beautiful and romantic!

Congrats on your upcoming wedding.

 

[MissKris721]

We are disneymooning in June and have also requested a Magic Kingdom view room. I can't wait to go!

 

[BCV23]

Disneymooner, romantic is so subjective but Narcoossee's is more so to me. It is smaller but most importantly enjoys stunning views of Seven Seas Lagoon. It can be noisy as there is so much exposed wood but it is just lovely. There are but two rows of tables that run the sides of the building....just three sides as I recall. There is also a bar and if there is a convention at the GF this can get noisy.

We've enjoyed dinner and in years past lunch at Narcoossee's since it opened. It's a family favorite. No lunch served there these days. The decor is blue and white.

Citricos is a very large restaurant. It offers views of the courtyard. It is a lovely room but just not romantic to me. Food and usually service are great at both. The menus are very different though. I'd look at them now and make a reservation but be sure to check them when you're actually there as they do change.

Children are very common at both as it is WDW. But I'm happy to report we've been lucky enough to only encounter well behaved children at both. We do tend to eat on the early side though (6ish) so I think we miss the children who have been marched around until they are past exhaustion.

Happy planning, MissKris and Disneymooner...and congratulations!!

 

[Alicnwondrln]

what do youguys think is gonna happen when they clsoe sugar loaf for the rehab? If people are displaced will they go to RPC or another resort?

 

[Lives4Disney]

what do youguys think is gonna happen when they clsoe sugar loaf for the rehab? If people are displaced will they go to RPC or another resort?

Hi, Kelly....I wonder too. I bet they'll set up another lodge building as the Sugar Loaf replacement. Or they just won't let people book SL during the planned rehab.

Didn't they set up the Poly concierge in another building duiring Hawaii's rehab? I can't remember, but thought they did.

I can't wait to see what they are planning for the new rooms. I bet they'll be gorgeous. I wonder when we'll see some preview type pictures like they had for the CR.

Lives4Disney

 

[Alicnwondrln]

I know I also am excited for that. I wonder if they will do the flat screen tvs? I love colors of most of the rooms now, I wonder if they will change that.
I was wondering how they were gonna do that. I am sure some were booked for the building, so they will have to move them. Maybe some lucky familiy will get a great upgrade.

 

[TammiMcMan]

Way back when they did the last rehab, one of the other buildings simply became lodge concierge while Sugar Loaf was being renovated. I'm fairly positive it was Sago Cay. When they rehabbed the main building though, there wasn't anything comporable offered. That was pretty disappointing. We were bumped out of RPC and into Sugar Loaf without any prior notification and that prompted me to call their corporate offices. I suggested that in the future, if they know there's going to be a problem, they need to notify guests and let them choose what they'd like to do, instead of simply bumping them without their knowledge.

 

[Lives4Disney]

When they rehabbed the main building though, there wasn't anything comporable offered. That was pretty disappointing. We were bumped out of RPC and into Sugar Loaf without any prior notification and that prompted me to call their corporate offices. I suggested that in the future, if they know there's going to be a problem, they need to notify guests and let them choose what they'd like to do, instead of simply bumping them without their knowledge.

I totally agree. Good for you for calling. Wonder if they'll take your advice or just spring it on guests that they won't be in the main building. That would be a big disappointment.

I really wonder what the new rooms will look like?!

Lives4Disney

 

[JennyMominRI]

What is a Lodge Tower room?

 

[Alicnwondrln]

omg I just noticed I have a new TAG!

 

[Alicnwondrln]

good ? Jenny. I think outer lodge rooms are sugar loaf. Hmm

 

[Alicnwondrln]

I agree Tammi and Channing, I would not have been happy about that at all.
I am not scheduled to go then, but I wouldnt be happy for RPC and getting bumped to SL. THere is a big difference $ wise.

 

[Alicnwondrln]

from the 1st page Jenny

What views are offered from the Lagoon View Guestrooms?
Lagoon View Guestrooms are available in Sago Cay, Conch Key, Boca Chica, and Big Pine Key. Guests staying in a Lagoon View Guestroom in Sago Cay or Conch Key have a perfect view of the Magic Kingdom Park, and Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks. Guests in Boca Chica and the far wing of Big Pine Key also have Magic Kingdom Views, as well as full views of the Seven Seas Lagoon and Disney’s Contemporary, Polynesian, and Wilderness Lodge Resorts. They also have wonderful views of the nightly showing of the Electrical Water Pageant on the Seven Seas Lagoon. Lagoon View Guestrooms in Big Pine Key facing south have views of the resort’s theme pool, Disney’s Wedding Pavilion, and Disney’s Polynesian Resort.

What are the Lodge Tower Guestrooms?
The Lodge Tower Guestrooms are oversized standard rooms. They are exactly like the regular guestrooms, but with an additional octagon sitting area. These rooms are available in Sago Cay, Conch Key, Boca Chica, and Big Pine Key. Rooms have views of the resort’s marina, the gardens, or the courtyard pool.

What are Lodge Concierge Guestrooms?
Lodge Concierge Guestrooms are located in Sugar Loaf Key (building 6). Views from guestrooms in Sugar Loaf Key are of the resort’s marina or the quiet pool. A concierge staff is located on the first floor of this building in the lobby next to the elevators. The concierge lounge is also located in this area, and features morning continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, evening appetizers, and twilight refreshers in the evening. Alcohol is not served in the Sugar Loaf Key Concierge, but water, juice, milk, and sodas (Coke, Sprite, and Diet Coke) are available.

What are the Concierge Guestrooms?
Concierge Guestrooms are located in the Royal Palm Club, located on floors 3-5 of the Main Building. Guestrooms are available on floors 3 and 4, and feature marina/Magic Kingdom Park views, quiet pool/courtyard views, or views of the theme pool/Seven Seas Lagoon. A concierge staff is located on the third floor, overlooking the Grand Lobby. The concierge lounge is located on the fourth floor, also overlooking the Grand Lobby.

What is the Concierge Deluxe Guestroom?
The Concierge Deluxe Guestroom is an oversized room in Royal Palm Club. These rooms are about 700 square feet, and have two different floorplans. All Concierge Deluxe Guestrooms feature two queen size beds, a sofa, TV with VCR, writing desk, wetbar, and balcony. They have all the same features as the regular concierge guestrooms. Some Concierge Deluxe Guestrooms also have a deep soaking tub. Views are of either the quiet pool/courtyard or the Seven Seas Lagoon/theme pool.

 

[JennyMominRI]

good ? Jenny. I think outer lodge rooms are sugar loaf. Hmm

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Garden View Included
All rooms have two queen-size beds or one king-size bed, table and chairs, ceiling fans, vanity area with two sinks, and bath. Most rooms offer day bed and private balcony. Non-smoking and disabled-accessible rooms are available. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, phone in bath area, robes, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and mini-bar. Coffeemaker, microwave and refrigerator are available upon request. Garden View Rooms offer views of a courtyard, garden, or pool area.


Lagoon View +$540.00
All rooms have two queen-size beds or one king-size bed, table and chairs, ceiling fans, vanity area with two sinks, and bath. Most rooms offer day bed and private balcony. Non-smoking and disabled-accessible rooms are available. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, phone in bath area, robes, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and mini-bar. Coffeemaker, microwave and refrigerator are available upon request. Lagoon View Rooms offer views of the Seven Seas Lagoon.


Lodge Tower +$720.00
All rooms have two queen-size beds or one king-size bed, table and chairs, ceiling fans, vanity area with two sinks, and bath. Most rooms offer day bed and private balcony. Non-smoking and disabled-accessible rooms are available. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, phone in bath area, robes, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and mini-bar. Coffeemaker, microwave and refrigerator are available upon request. Lodge Tower Rooms offer views of a courtyard, garden, pool or the Seven Seas Lagoon.


Outer Lodge - Standard Room - Club Level +$1,035.04
Concierge service at Sugar Loaf includes personalized front desk and guest services, make-up mirror, coffeemaker (upon request), turndown service, and lounge with Continental breakfast, midday snacks, and afternoon tea. All rooms have two queen-size beds or one king-size bed, table and chairs, ceiling fans, vanity area with two sinks, and bath. Most rooms offer day bed and private balcony. Non-smoking and disabled-accessible rooms are available. Amenities include in-room wall safe, voice mail, phone in bath area, robes, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and mini-bar. Coffeemaker, microwave and refrigerator are available upon request. Lodge Concierge Rooms offer views of a courtyard, garden, pool or the Seven Seas Lagoon.


Standard Room - Club Level +$2,384.96

 

[JennyMominRI]

Ok,I get it now..My description didn't mention the Sago Key/ Boca Chica info.

I was wondering if it was a standard room in the main building but I was pretty sure they didn't have any..I would love to stay in the main building but from what I gather they are all RPC

 

[Alicnwondrln]

I think they also have some in sugar loaf
there used to be pics on allearsnet.com of them I dont see them anymore
they are really nice
is that what you booked for you trip?
ETA what ever happened to the website? Is it up again?

 

[JennyMominRI]

I think they also have some in sugar loaf
there used to be pics on allearsnet.com of them I dont see them anymore
they are really nice
is that what you booked for you trip?
ETA what ever happened to the website? Is it up again?

I'm booked into a garden view but I may add a night or upgrade my room view..
My old site is dead but I've got new ones I'm working on..They are in my sig.. all but mine are relatively done.

 

[Alicnwondrln]

I saw your post about that, that stinks.
I am also booked in a garden view room but sugar loaf opened up today so
I may jump on that. I am alittle nervous after my last GF stay but its to good a of a deal to pass up

 

[Lives4Disney]

I saw your post about that, that stinks.
I am also booked in a garden view room but sugar loaf opened up today so
I may jump on that. I am alittle nervous after my last GF stay but its to good a of a deal to pass up

Kelly, when are you going?? Just curious. I am going May 19 - 26 but staying at the Swan because it's DH's conference. I want to do two GF nights after the Swan, but the only deal is a SL AP rate. I am also not too hip on SL. Can't get RPC except Rack rate and forget it. done it too many times to pay rack.

Gotta run! Happy planning - let us know what you decide to book.

Channing

 

[Alicnwondrln]

Kelly, when are you going?? Just curious. I am going May 19 - 26 but staying at the Swan because it's DH's conference. I want to do two GF nights after the Swan, but the only deal is a SL AP rate. I am also not too hip on SL. Can't get RPC except Rack rate and forget it. done it too many times to pay rack.

Gotta run! Happy planning - let us know what you decide to book.

Channing

we are going July 2nd -July11th
I booked us a garden view room as thats all there was but then today Sugar loaf opened up. If it was RPC I owuld JUMP at it but I am concerned cuz the less than stellat service I had in NOV. What dates are you looking for?