The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[Megsie1000]

I am so disappointed in Disney's annual pass discount offers that we are considering doing Bonnet Creek this time instead.

We have to fly in and adding car rental on top of our costs does add a lot. Can anybody tell me honestly how it was to do without a car? We have several kids under age 5 in our group, so doing cabs without car seats isn't really an option.

We have also considered possibly just renting one small car as a shuttle for ourselves. Would that be totally ridiculous?

Thank you so much for everybody's contributions in this thread. Really enjoying reading about Bonnet Creek!

 

[jwisnefske]

I just want to say how much I enjoy this page. It has kept me looking forward to our trip. I have 2 questions I am hoping you all could answer for me.

First, saw the post about bed bugs. Could you please explain again how you look for them in your room. We will be at WBC in 2 weeks and I want to be able to check our room before bringing in our luggage.

Second, my parents are joining us on this trip. We have a 2 bdrm and 1 bdrm deluxe. I called down to make the request that these two reservations be near each other, if not in the same building. I made no other request but that. She made the comment it was noted on our account but she couldn't guarentee anything. What are our chances my request will be honored, even the same building?

Thanks in advance.

17 days until our next Disney vacation

 

[Brian Noble]

Can anybody tell me honestly how it was to do without a car?

I wouldn't do it. Others have, and some have said it is okay. But, if you are used to the "come and go anytime" convenience of an onsite resort, my guess is that you will not find it acceptable.

I also would not plan to have "less car" than you need. Go for it. The drive is super-easy. And, honestly, even if it cost me a little more, I'd MUCH rather have a full condo where the adults and kids can have separate spaces than to try to fit into a hotel room or two.

 

[KYoung2000]

Does anyone have any information on the new Bonnet Creek Restaurants that opened up in the newly finished hotel?

I see there are 3 listed, but nowhere can I find menus or prices? Of anyone has this type of information, could you send a link or post some details!

thanks!!

 

[Megsie1000]

I wouldn't do it. Others have, and some have said it is okay. But, if you are used to the "come and go anytime" convenience of an onsite resort, my guess is that you will not find it acceptable.

I also would not plan to have "less car" than you need. Go for it. The drive is super-easy. And, honestly, even if it cost me a little more, I'd MUCH rather have a full condo where the adults and kids can have separate spaces than to try to fit into a hotel room or two.

Thank you for the honest answer. I think we will have enough annual passes between us to avoid the parking fees, so perhaps it does make sense to just get the cars we need. We also avoid the fee for transportation from the airport to the resort this way.

 

[Photobee]

Can check in be on any day of the week, or is it limited to Fri, sat, sun?

 

[Bonniec]

Does anyone know the bus and activity schedule for them? I emailed but they didnt respond. ><

 

[ash-n-brensmom]

Hey everyone..just wanted to update on the bed bug issue. I stopped and spoke with the front desk staff regarding their policy...I was told they treat rooms with bed bugs using an outside company. I believe she said Ecolab. But unfortunately only after inquiring about their policy was I offered to have our own belongings treated. Well....thanks for nothing..we thankfully never made it past the front entry way with our luggage. Definitely not Disney. You can run into bed bugs ANYWHERE...but nothing compares to Disney's customer service.
That being said,we will be staying here again. In Oct to be exact. We bought a Wyndham timeshare resale off Ebay...of the Wyndham properties in Orlando, this is the best for our needs. The amenities here are great. But the location is what we will be back for. Five minutes to Epcot...less than that to DHS....it's awesome!!

 

[My2Monkeys]

Hey everyone..just wanted to update on the bed bug issue. I stopped and spoke with the front desk staff regarding their policy...I was told they treat rooms with bed bugs using an outside company. I believe she said Ecolab. But unfortunately only after inquiring about their policy was I offered to have our own belongings treated. Well....thanks for nothing..we thankfully never made it past the front entry way with our luggage. Definitely not Disney. You can run into bed bugs ANYWHERE...but nothing compares to Disney's customer service.
That being said,we will be staying here again. In Oct to be exact. We bought a Wyndham timeshare resale off Ebay...of the Wyndham properties in Orlando, this is the best for our needs. The amenities here are great. But the location is what we will be back for. Five minutes to Epcot...less than that to DHS....it's awesome!!

Thanks for the update. We are going in May - we will do a bed bug check for sure. Thanks for sharing and sorry you had to deal with this.

 

[Brian Noble]

Can check in be on any day of the week, or is it limited to Fri, sat, sun?

The short answer is "it depends".

The longer answer: if you are visiting in Prime season your stay must be a combination of 3, 4, and 7 night stays, checking in *or* out on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. If you are visiting during a slower season, the only requirement is that you stay at least two nights.

 

[JessLCH]

Can check in be on any day of the week, or is it limited to Fri, sat, sun?

We booked a 6 night vacation through vacationstrategy with a Monday check in (the Monday prior to Thanksgiving) with no problem.

 

[My2Monkeys]

Can check in be on any day of the week, or is it limited to Fri, sat, sun?

For our May visit, we are checking in on a Thursday and out on a Saturday.

HTH!

 

[brucerob62]

Does anyone know the bus and activity schedule for them? I emailed but they didnt respond. ><

We just got back..and the busses run every half hour..always on time...2 diff buses..one goes to epcot and MK and the other to AK,DD and HS..DOnt know exact times..but you will get it when you arrive..leave from tower 6 and tower 1..have a great time

 

[krystalleigh1]

I have a question: We'll be at WBC the second week of Feb. I know all the rooms have balconies, BUT I would like a room that the balcony is in he sun most of the day. We probably won't use the balcony much if it's on a shady side of the building. Also, is it possible to have a sunny balcony AND a lake view?

Anyone know what building would have a sunny balcony, lake view in Feb?

 

[krystalleigh1]

I have a question: We'll be at WBC the second week of Feb. I know all the rooms have balconies, BUT I would like a room that the balcony is in he sun most of the day. We probably won't use the balcony much if it's on a shady side of the building. Also, is it possible to have a sunny balcony AND a lake view?

Anyone know what building would have a sunny balcony, lake view in Feb?

 

[Photobee]

thanks for letting me know about checkin!

 

[JimMIA]

I have a question: We'll be at WBC the second week of Feb. I know all the rooms have balconies, BUT I would like a room that the balcony is in he sun most of the day. We probably won't use the balcony much if it's on a shady side of the building. Also, is it possible to have a sunny balcony AND a lake view?

Anyone know what building would have a sunny balcony, lake view in Feb?

Okay, I'll take a stab at this, based on what I see on Google Earth. You want a southerrn exposure which faces the lake, and that looks to me like Towers 4 or 5, with a lake view.

The size of your balcony will depend on the size of the unit. We were in a one-bedroom in May and it was just a small table and two chairs, but the bigger units have nicer balconies.

If Tower 4 or 5 lake view gives you sun, it will NOT give you fireworks.

 

[Bonniec]

We just got back..and the busses run every half hour..always on time...2 diff buses..one goes to epcot and MK and the other to AK,DD and HS..DOnt know exact times..but you will get it when you arrive..leave from tower 6 and tower 1..have a great time

Thanks! Did you ride the bus? How crowded were they? Did you have to wait for more than one?

We do have a car but we like to split up and I want the older kids (both 18) to be able to come and go as they please. So we're hoping to stick with the bus.

ETA: Is it every half hour for each park or basically the MK bus comes every hour?

 

[krystalleigh1]

Okay, I'll take a stab at this, based on what I see on Google Earth. You want a southerrn exposure which faces the lake, and that looks to me like Towers 4 or 5, with a lake view.

The size of your balcony will depend on the size of the unit. We were in a one-bedroom in May and it was just a small table and two chairs, but the bigger units have nicer balconies.

If Tower 4 or 5 lake view gives you sun, it will NOT give you fireworks.

Awesome! I don't need a firework view so this is perfect!

 

[nancy155]

I have a quick question.. Hopefully someone will be able assist me with this. We have tickets to Cirque du Soulei the first night we arrive at 6pm, How far is it from WBC to the show location? i.e. driving time also?? Thanks for any help anyone may have. I could mapquest it, but I have found that not always reliable.