The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread Part 3

[mlbfrog]

So, any ideas behind why BC changed their policy and now have you check-out and check back in with split reservations? (This means having to have your keys rekeyed).

I noticed the new bedding, towels, etc.... piled by the door this morning, since they have it in the system that our stay ends today the 9th, even though we are here until the 17th.

Obviously, this new change isn't for their convenience of their renters because it took me 15 minutes to stand in line and then wait why a new person had to ask how to do the check-out, check-in, rekeying procedure.

The only thing I can come up with is maybe they get to charge more points for the housekeeping, since they have me checking out today - housekeeping. They do housekeeping on day 7 of a stay, and then when you check out. So this way they get to charge points for 3 cleanings/housekeeping.

Whereas if it was put in the system as one continuous stay my 13 day stay would only have housekeeping coming twice (once on day 7 and again at check-out).

Thoughts?

Then again, someone else above said they didn't have to go and get their keys rekeyed even though they had a split reservation.

Is there any way your reservation is made under two different owners?

The only time I have come across this is when I have two reservations by separate owners, these reservations can not be linked in the Wyndham system. Comments can be made on each reservation to request the two reservations be lined up to use the same continuous condo.

 

[ePink]

We had the same thing. 3 reservations linked together. Same owner. We had to check in 3 times.

 

[SYDCOLEMOM]

Our 11 night stay last summer was booked thru Vacation Strategy under 3 different owners. We never had to recheck in. I wonder whats changed or why they have changed that procedure. Im going to be an unhappy camper next week if Im required to wait and check in more than once. That makes no sense at all. There is no reason they cant take care of that internally without inconveniencing the guests.

 

[ePink]

It was a pain. We had to get new keys every time. go course, it coincided with our park mornings, and we had to do the re-check in by 10am.

 

[tootogether]

Does anyone know exactly where the 3 bedroom deluxe units are located? I'm really hoping for a lake-view room.

 

[Brian Noble]

There are 3B Deluxe units in every building, IIRC. The 3B Presidentials are only in Building 6.

 

[nuts4wdw]

2 questions:
Does WBC offer rollaways?
What is the best way to go about getting a lake view room? Ask at check in? Call before?

 

[Upatnoon]

2 questions:
Does WBC offer rollaways?
What is the best way to go about getting a lake view room? Ask at check in? Call before?

I've never seen a rollaway bed. If you need more beds, you can always move up to a larger unit. 4 boys all want their own beds? It's not a huge premium to move up to a 3 bedroom.

As for a view, you can ask at check-in. They have shut down the call-ahead game.

 

[AeroKU]

I've never seen a rollaway bed. If you need more beds, you can always move up to a larger unit. 4 boys all want their own beds? It's not a huge premium to move up to a 3 bedroom.

As for a view, you can ask at check-in. They have shut down the call-ahead game.

I believe the Deluxe Units have Pull Out Couches that can be used for a bed.

 

[kbarrett]

I was had my mind all ready for WBC but I see for late August vacation upgrades prices are $180/night does anyone have any suggestions on potentially cheaper rates some where else? Oh at least 2br deluxe

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[Fundytrail]

I know that the one bedroom deluxe units are scattered thought the resort.

Are the one bedroom presidential suite scattered thought the resort or are they in a particular buildings/location?

I also aware from past quotes that they cost about 30% more for a presidential over a deluxe.

 

[Upatnoon]

I know that the one bedroom deluxe units are scattered thought the resort.

Are the one bedroom presidential suite scattered thought the resort or are they in a particular buildings/location?

I also aware from past quotes that they cost about 30% more for a presidential over a deluxe.

1 bedroom presidential rooms are only in tower 6.

To recap, 4 bedroom presidential units are located in all the towers.

1, 2 and 3 bedroom presidential units are ONLY located in Tower 6.

 

[SqueakyMouse]

Just checked the other day and can only find 1-bedrooms to rent. (Really want a 2-bedroom) Are there a lot more 1-bedrooms than larger arrangements? Will this resort be packed?

 

[Portugal1000]

Hi-
Super excited as I just put a deposit down on a 2 bd deluxe for a November stay. A few questions I was hoping to get answered so I can be prepared, any help is appreciated

1. Is the pool area super crowded? Do you need to get up early to get deck chairs?

2. I have read a bit about the pros and cons of each tower but what is your favorite? Which is best to see the fireworks?

Now...to get my 10 posts so i can request a pay it forward bin!

Woohoo!

We have stayed 5 times at Bonnet Creek, most recently 22nd July to 13th August last year which I assume is a busy time. I have never not been able to get a sun bed no matter what time of the day. I think because its not like a beach resort where people are there all day, at BC, lots of people are going off to the parks. Its never felt crowded to me. I haven't noticed people just leaving towels there early in the morning. I always go down for a early swim and am always the only person there.

We love Tower 4 mainly because it right next to our favourite 2 pools, tower 4 pool and main pool. Its also easy to park because you can park by the main reception which never seems full. Last year we were in tower 6 which was lovely but the only issue was parking if we came back late.
We also stayed in the main building a 3 times and once had a firwork view which was perfect. Only problem was it was December and the only time it was freezing cold at night so really gave up after a couple of nights.

I'll request tower 4 this year but as long as I on on that side of the lake I don't really mind.

You'll love it there. We arrive in Orlando 6th August but then going to Tradewinds at St Petes for a week and staying at BC from 14th for 15 nights. Cant wait.

 

[SqueakyMouse]

Thanks for the info. Tried again today for a larger place/presidential -- we MAY be able to get a 2 BR deluxe. Nothing else seems to be available. We'll find out in the morning about the 2 BR. I have my fingers crossed. Not sure how happy the 2 kids (ages 11 and 13) would be in a 1-bedroom. They shared a bed at CBR last fall, but they were not too happy about it. A sleeper sofa sounds even more stress-inducing. Tweens and teens!! Ugh.

 

[Brian Noble]

If it were me, I'd look elsewhere before making my kids share a sofa sleeper---not to mention having the four of us share one bathroom.

 

[bare necessities]

Great call this morning from Ken at Vacation Upgrades. Said as he was trying to lower our overall cost within our upgrade window. Was having no luck with lowering points on 2 Bedroom Deluxe or finding any 2 Bedroom Presidential's to upgrade to, but he was able to find a 3 bedroom Deluxe for less than we were paying for the 2 Bedroom Deluxe. Now no one has to share a room with the kid!!

 

[kbarrett]

So excited we are working with Vacation Upgrades for our WBC stay next summer! Wooooowhooo! He is so nice and really explained the process so well, no wonder he comes so highly recommended!

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[SqueakyMouse]

Woo hoo! Finally found a 2 bedroom.

 

[kbarrett]

Squeakymouse that is great!

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