The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners & Lovers Group - 3.0

[AstroBlasters]

It's a popular talking point and while it's true, the dues don't seem to be nearly as much as the VDH tax. It's probably a wash, all things considered, but it really sucks to pay for the TOT at checkout. I think the buy in price is kind of overlooked and forgotten. The checkout tax after each stay is a constant reminder of how much we're paying.

Do their dues include refreshing shower heads? Apparently ours have not…

 

[MagicDVC]

Wow, the point chart jump for a 2BD after June 28th…. and the spread between 1bd and 2bd….
https://cdn1.parksmedia.wdprapps.disney.com/media/dvc/catalog/resorts/dvc-resorts/GCAL-2026.pdf

I know, it’s painful to travel in periods 3-4. That’s why we are looking at going some more points at VDH instead of VGC, but looking at the booking patterns for the 1br and 2br. We definitely graduated from studio stays, unless that is our only option.

 

[AstroBlasters]

I know, it’s painful to travel in periods 3-4. That’s why we are looking at going some more points at VDH instead of VGC, but looking at the booking patterns for the 1br and 2br. We definitely graduated from studio stays, unless that is our only option.

2bd’s are a really good “value” in period 1 and 2… my wife wanted to move our trip next year in a 2BD from June to July and my eyes just popped out of my head… our MK’s expire in August…

 

[Mouseforward]

Do their dues include refreshing shower heads? Apparently ours have not…

Are they even metal showerheads? You would think they would just use the plastic ones and swap them out every couple years, probably cheaper than cleaning / descaling them. I used to live in a hard water area and that was pretty much the most efficient plan.

 

[AstroBlasters]

Are they even metal showerheads? You would think they would just use the plastic ones and swap them out every couple years, probably cheaper than cleaning / descaling them. I used to live in a hard water area and that was pretty much the most efficient plan.

Definitely plastic…

 

[MagicDVC]

Definitely plastic…

Cheap plastic shower heads with fake chrome at that.

 

[VGCgroupie]

It's a popular talking point and while it's true, the dues don't seem to be nearly as much as the VDH tax. It's probably a wash, all things considered, but it really sucks to pay for the TOT at checkout. I think the buy in price is kind of overlooked and forgotten. The checkout tax after each stay is a constant reminder of how much we're paying.

That’s also part of why owning both is perfection. Certain times of year the extra point cost at VGC is actually more money just factoring dues on points, not even including buy in cost, than paying TOT

 

[VGCgroupie]

Do their dues include refreshing shower heads? Apparently ours have not…

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[VGCgroupie]

Are they even metal showerheads? You would think they would just use the plastic ones and swap them out every couple years, probably cheaper than cleaning / descaling them. I used to live in a hard water area and that was pretty much the most efficient plan.

Yeah they are cheap and take even a non handy person 5 min to swap out.

 

[Mouseforward]

Yeah they are cheap and take even a non handy person 5 min to swap out.

Then they should use the "Home depot" cleaning method. Also works well on oven drip pans

 

[tx911]

That’s also part of why owning both is perfection. Certain times of year the extra point cost at VGC is actually more money just factoring dues on points not buy in cost than paying TOT

la la la la la

 

[juliebee]

If you are doing a split stay between VGC and VDH, will bell services move the luggage from one resort to another like they do at WDW?

 

[AstroBlasters]

If you are doing a split stay between VGC and VDH, will bell services move the luggage from one resort to another like they do at WDW?

I would not count on it. I’d just walk it down the street….

 

[VGCgroupie]

If you are doing a split stay between VGC and VDH, will bell services move the luggage from one resort to another like they do at WDW?

They do yes. I’ve never done it but I know they do it.

 

[thadhouse]

If you are doing a split stay between VGC and VDH, will bell services move the luggage from one resort to another like they do at WDW?

We've done it twice, once in each direction. They definitely do it.

 

[juliebee]

thanks! I have a stay upcoming for 3 nights at VGC in December, but the flight was much cheaper if we arrived the night before so now I'm going to be hunting for a single night reservation. I doubt my waitlist will come through. Was thinking of hitting up the reservation scalpers on Facebook for a night at VDH so I can try it out.

 

[808blessing]

I stayed at an across the street hotel on my arrival day since I came in late. Next day I took a cab to get the royal entrance, dropped my bag and hit the park.

 

[LKing]

In case you missed this morning's announcement.

Thread 'Disneyland Eliminates Early Entry for Resort Hotel Guests Beginning January 5, 2026'

Today at 10:27 AM

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/guest-services/early-admission-options/

Early Entry at the Disneyland Resort​

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Prior to January 5, 2026: Guests who are checked in and staying at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels can take advantage of 30-minute early entry to a designated theme park every day of their hotel stay to enjoy select attractions, dining and shopping locations.

Each day, either Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park will open early:

• Disneyland Park: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
• Disney California...

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[MerlinandtheMouse]

In case you missed this morning's announcement.

Thread 'Disneyland Eliminates Early Entry for Resort Hotel Guests Beginning January 5, 2026'

Today at 10:27 AM

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/guest-services/early-admission-options/

Early Entry at the Disneyland Resort​

LocatedinDisneyland Resort
Prior to January 5, 2026: Guests who are checked in and staying at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels can take advantage of 30-minute early entry to a designated theme park every day of their hotel stay to enjoy select attractions, dining and shopping locations.

Each day, either Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park will open early:

• Disneyland Park: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
• Disney California...

• joseph821
• Replies: 121
• Forum: Disneyland (California)

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If it was 1 LL a day it would be fine but 1 per stay is a pretty terrible change what the heck? I know it’s only 3 hotels but you’re already making a less popular option of staying on property for the very few benefits you get for the crazy cash prices, and making it even less attractive. I hope enough people complain they change it to 1 LL per day at least.

 

[AstroBlasters]

If it was 1 LL a day it would be fine but 1 per stay is a pretty terrible change what the heck? I know it’s only 3 hotels but you’re already making a less popular option of staying on property for the very few benefits you get for the crazy cash prices, and making it even less attractive. I hope enough people complain they change it to 1 LL per day at least.

How would it work if you already have purchased LL? Can you ride one ride twice? I’m sure the DVC Guides in CA were thrilled to hear about this….