The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread Part 3

[jason10mm]

Huh, seems to me that they missed out on a golden opportunity to put a lounge/bar/restaurant on the top floor of a building with a good view of epcot just for this reason. Probably make more money using the space for a rental, but given the price of drinks at WBC I'm not so sure.....

 

[Spanky]

Well I bought into time sharing to save money on trips. I prefer to buy my own alcohol and make drinks in my condo to save money. We also fix 2 meals a day in the condo. Love the washer & dryer. So not sure that a bar on the top floor would be a money maker. I imagine the restaurants have a hard time breaking even - they do not get the publicity that a restaurant in a hotel receives plus it is hard for someone not staying at WBC to drive over there for just a meal. I would think their only customers would be guests at WBC and the staff.

 

[JimMIA]

Huh, seems to me that they missed out on a golden opportunity to put a lounge/bar/restaurant on the top floor of a building with a good view of epcot just for this reason. Probably make more money using the space for a rental, but given the price of drinks at WBC I'm not so sure.....

Disney tried that at DVC's Bay Lake Towers -- the Top of the World Lounge, which offers a birds eye view of the MK fireworks from much closer than WBC is to Epcot.

Initially, it was only open to DVC guests at BLT, but I don't think they were generating enough revenue so they opened it up to DVC members staying anywhere on DVC points.

I doubt that any bar in the WDW area would be a huge draw, frankly. Most people are there with their families and have better things to do than hang out in a bar. And especially at a timeshare, where you can have your beer/wine in the fridge or make your own cocktails in your villa.

 

[mrsap]

Hey everyone. I have an opportunity to stay at WBC. I did some research and found a lot of negative reviews-such as theft, old worn furniture, roaches and the rooms not being clean. I'm weary about staying there now, but hope what I read was just a couple cranky vacationers. Anyone been there recently that can share their experience? Thanks!

 

[JimMIA]

Hey everyone. I have an opportunity to stay at WBC. I did some research and found a lot of negative reviews-such as theft, old worn furniture, roaches and the rooms not being clean. I'm weary about staying there now, but hope what I read was just a couple cranky vacationers. Anyone been there recently that can share their experience? Thanks!

WBC has something like 1,200 rooms and operates at close to 100% occupancy most of the time. That's tens of thousands of guests each year.

You can expect some anecdotal complaints -- some valid, some just looking for a nit to pick. There is also a tendency to post negatives and be quiet about positive experiences.

I've heard the same types of complaints about Disney deluxe resorts and DVC -- including some real horror stories. But in more than 30 DVC trips, we have never had one single complaint about the cleanliness of our room. Nor have we had any complaints in several WBC trips.

Assuming you are not from Florida, I will comment on roaches. We have large roaches here called Palmetto Bugs. To add to your enjoyment, they fly. Leave a door or window open, they fly in. That's not a sign of uncleanliness or poor housekeeping -- it's just a sign that you are in Florida. They're disgusting, but they don't eat much.

We also have zillions of lizards which we pay absolutely no attention to, but which might startle you a bit.

 

[mrsap]

WBC has something like 1,200 rooms and operates at close to 100% occupancy most of the time. That's tens of thousands of guests each year.

You can expect some anecdotal complaints -- some valid, some just looking for a nit to pick. There is also a tendency to post negatives and be quiet about positive experiences.

I've heard the same types of complaints about Disney deluxe resorts and DVC -- including some real horror stories. But in more than 30 DVC trips, we have never had one single complaint about the cleanliness of our room. Nor have we had any complaints in several WBC trips.

Assuming you are not from Florida, I will comment on roaches. We have large roaches here called Palmetto Bugs. To add to your enjoyment, they fly. Leave a door or window open, they fly in. That's not a sign of uncleanliness or poor housekeeping -- it's just a sign that you are in Florida. They're disgusting, but they don't eat much.

We also have zillions of lizards which we pay absolutely no attention to, but which might startle you a bit.

Thank you so much for writing!!!! You really helped me to feel more comfortable. I agree, not everyone is going to be happy, and I think there are going to be people who actually Look for something to complain about!! No, not from Florida, and I assumed that what they were...but they're still just as disgusting!! lol My DH and I need to have a discussion and decide what to do. Is it true you cannot request a specific section/view? Thank you again!!!!

 

[Chelley00]

Hey everyone. I have an opportunity to stay at WBC. I did some research and found a lot of negative reviews-such as theft, old worn furniture, roaches and the rooms not being clean. I'm weary about staying there now, but hope what I read was just a couple cranky vacationers. Anyone been there recently that can share their experience? Thanks!

We had a palmetto bug infestation, dirty sheets on the bed and a ripped chair when we stayed at the Polynesian. We had a cleaner room at WBC

 

[JimMIA]

Is it true you cannot request a specific section/view?

I think that is technically correct...but it may also depend on who you talk to. If you have a preference, it doesn't hurt to ask at checkin.

 

[mrsap]

I think that is technically correct...but it may also depend on who you talk to. If you have a preference, it doesn't hurt to ask at checkin.

Thank you, and thanks again for the responses!! I should know by tomorrow what we're going to do!

 

[LadyBeBop]

We also have zillions of lizards which we pay absolutely no attention to, but which might startle you a bit.

Aww. I like lizards. Hope to see a few on our trip.

Arrive in less than 48 hours. Can't wait.

I think that is technically correct...but it may also depend on who you talk to. If you have a preference, it doesn't hurt to ask at checkin.

Right now, I have no idea what I want. I think I prefer main building, lower floor, but I'm not entirely sure.

Is there any room that you'd try to avoid.

Also, what are the chances of having a room ready at 10-11 AM on a Sunday morning? I'm thinking pretty slim. I think we're going to leave our leggage with bell services, go into the parks, then come back about 6 PM. Is that feasible?

 

[Mom2six]

Is it difficult to get requests met? I have to admit that Disney has been great about accommodating our needs. We need to be on the first floor because my son jumps a lot when having sensory processing problems. Being close to parking is also important to me. If I go in the spring will I have a hard time getting a first floor room near parking?

 

[mrsap]

Sorry if this was asked a hundred times, but are there any resort fees or parking fees? Thanks again!!

 

[Upatnoon]

Sorry if this was asked a hundred times, but are there any resort fees or parking fees? Thanks again!!

No resort or parking fees. If you want to ride the shuttle bus to the parks, there is a fee.

 

[wwitt]

I am here now staying in a 3 BR in Tower 1. It is beautiful, clean & have no complaints. Checked in around 6 with minimal wait. Do have parking lot view, but didn't request anything specific because don't plan on being in room that often so that's alright. Room has been renovated & was clean upon check in. =)

 

[Jo-Anne]

We just arrived last night and are in a one bedroom in tower five on floor nine with a pool view. I did ask about a fireworks view when I checked in and he said he couldn't change anything. The unit is nice. I do have to say that the walls seem quite thin. Also the karaoke singing by pool last night was really terrible and hay to move off balcony to save my ears off to do the wind tunnel skydiving and airboat ride today!

 

[mrsap]

I am here now staying in a 3 BR in Tower 1. It is beautiful, clean & have no complaints. Checked in around 6 with minimal wait. Do have parking lot view, but didn't request anything specific because don't plan on being in room that often so that's alright. Room has been renovated & was clean upon check in. =)

Thank you both for that 'live' update!! That's great to hear you are both happy, with one small exception. I did read the walls were very thin. My 5yo. saw pictures of WBC and said she Really wants to go there!! Up to DH now. Still reading reviews, having a hard time deciding.

Jo-Anne - is your room updated? I didn't know if they were all updated or not. Thanks

 

[ready123go]

What the deal with the Windham timeshare sales desk for the parking pass? Is the parking pass absolutely necessary?

 

[mrsap]

Well, we did it!!! We'll be staying at Bonnet Creek 4 days Thanksgiving week, right before switching to SSR!! We're really looking forward to it! Thank you all for your help. If I have any other questions, I know where to find the answers!

 

[DisneyLover83]

What the deal with the Windham timeshare sales desk for the parking pass? Is the parking pass absolutely necessary?

We just checked out this morning from a 7 night stay, never got the parking pass. It was not an issue, we also unplugged our phones in the room to avoid the calls. On Wednesday we returned to a sales flyer in our door asking us to call and attend the sales pitch. We just ignored it.

We go to WBC about every other year as the in laws are owners and let us use their points, we have learned that ignoring all sales related things the best way to handle it.

 

[sandynd]

OMG - we just checked into a 1 br presidential - I am not classy enough to stay here. That is all.

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