The Official Riviera Owners & Info Thread

[sethschroeder]

random question are the stairs easy to access at riviera. couple of years ago we stayed at the grand and I was able to take the stairs to my room instead was curious about Riviera as well.

Yes but the elevator is super fast and central to where you are at IMO

Example we really only take the stairs at BWV and AKV but at RIV took the Elevator basically every time except once I think.

 

[LMO429]

Does anyone have any pictures of the food/snacks/baby food section in the gift shop. trying to see if I can avoid over packing some stuff if it is offered there looking for a recent picture if possible

 

[UrsulaWantsYourSoul]

Does anyone have any pictures of the food/snacks/baby food section in the gift shop. trying to see if I can avoid over packing some stuff if it is offered there looking for a recent picture if possible

Caribbean Beach’s gift shop is much bigger / has more essentials.

 

[LMO429]

Caribbean Beach’s gift shop is much bigger / has more essentials.

How long to walk there ?

 

[UrsulaWantsYourSoul]

How long to walk there ?

0.4 mile about 2,000 feet. Not long at all.

 

[Sandisw]

Does anyone have any pictures of the food/snacks/baby food section in the gift shop. trying to see if I can avoid over packing some stuff if it is offered there looking for a recent picture if possible

Definitely small.

 

[sethschroeder]

Does anyone have any pictures of the food/snacks/baby food section in the gift shop. trying to see if I can avoid over packing some stuff if it is offered there looking for a recent picture if possible

Just get a delivery or drop by Publix/Walmart.

If you get a Towncar from Tiffany's they even do a included stop at a grocery store.

 

[DVCKing]

I almost had the last night I need pieced together for September in a 2 bedroom standard. I got the Dwarfs when trying to modify and the last night was gone. If I get my last night at Riviera, I can make someone happy giving up my 2 bedroom at BCV. I’ve really grown to dislike the Dwarfs, all 7 of ‘em!

 

[PJ271]

Yes but the elevator is super fast and central to where you are at IMO

Example we really only take the stairs at BWV and AKV but at RIV took the Elevator basically every time except once I think.

The elevator at BWV is awful! I cannot wait until we are done with the stroller so we never have to wait for that damn elevator again! Sometimes I make the kid get out and carry the thing up the stairs.

 

[LMO429]

The elevator at BWV is awful! I cannot wait until we are done with the stroller so we never have to wait for that damn elevator again! Sometimes I make the kid get out and carry the thing up the stairs.

Yes this is me I have no patience I rather do stairs when I can that was why I was wondering if its an easy option at riviera

 

[PJ271]

Yes this is me I have no patience I rather do stairs when I can that was why I was wondering if its an easy option at riviera

At Riviera, the elevators are far more convenient than at BWV. The stairs aren't centrally located and would likely take longer in most cases than the elevator. There have been a few times where the elevator had to make multiple stops on my way down, but it was rare. The elevators are also very fast so there is never a wait for them.

Honestly unless your room was very close to the stairwell or you were on the 3rd floor or lower, I wouldn't consider the stairs as an option.

 

[scoobdoo]

Does RIV have anywhere we might purchase whole fat milk for our infant? Is there a sundries store? If we arrive early we won't have anywhere to store a bottle bought elsewhere so looking at on-site options...

 

[psc85]

Does RIV have anywhere we might purchase whole fat milk for our infant? Is there a sundries store? If we arrive early we won't have anywhere to store a bottle bought elsewhere so looking at on-site options...

I recall seeing whole milk (and half and half which we got for our coffee) in La Boutique in the lobby!

 

[CarolynFH]

Does RIV have anywhere we might purchase whole fat milk for our infant? Is there a sundries store? If we arrive early we won't have anywhere to store a bottle bought elsewhere so looking at on-site options...

FYI Bell Services at the resorts all have refrigerators and freezers where they’ll be happy to store perishables until your room is ready. Many guests stop at grocery stores on their way from the airport to pick up supplies, especially when checking in to DVC villas. The resort store is a great place to shop if you only need a few items (that’s what DH and I do), but you don’t have to be limited to that.

 

[LMO429]

For amazon packages how does that work what specific address did you write down to ensure it got to the hotel? also do they charge per box I know there is a fee

 

[tobikaye]

At Riviera, the elevators are far more convenient than at BWV. The stairs aren't centrally located and would likely take longer in most cases than the elevator. There have been a few times where the elevator had to make multiple stops on my way down, but it was rare. The elevators are also very fast so there is never a wait for them.

Honestly unless your room was very close to the stairwell or you were on the 3rd floor or lower, I wouldn't consider the stairs as an option.

I had a room right near the stairwell and only took it a couple of times, mainly to see where it lead the first time and then just because I saw a family spread out down the hallway trying to get their things into their room. It really was just faster to walk to the elevator and go down since then I was either right at the QS or around the corner from the lobby. From where the stairwell let out, I had mini-mazes to get to the these.

 

[LMO429]

Another random question what type of laundry detergent and softener do they provide in the villas? I'm debating if I should have a delivery service provide the brand I like but then I was unsure what type the machine uses in the room

 

[CarolynFH]

Another random question what type of laundry detergent and softener do they provide in the villas? I'm debating if I should have a delivery service provide the brand I like but then I was unsure what type the machine uses in the room

DVC provides an eco-friendly brand of detergent whose name escapes me right now and does not provide softener. We always bring our own HE laundry pods and softener (actually, we keep them in our Owners Locker).

 

[LMO429]

DVC provides an eco-friendly brand of detergent whose name escapes me right now and does not provide softener. We always bring our own HE laundry pods and softener (actually, we keep them in our Owners Locker).

Okay this is good to know I guess I will have the delivery service bring my own HE products. does the dryer allow for liquid softener or does it have to be a pod ?

 

[CarolynFH]

Okay this is good to know I guess I will have the delivery service bring my own HE products. does the dryer allow for liquid softener or does it have to be a pod ?

DH does the laundry, and he doesn't remember the washer or dryer having a dispenser for softener. He says he just pours the liquid softener into the washer with the detergent pod. SO, I would say - wait for someone else to come clarify things! =D