The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread! (pics and reviews)

[VickiVM]

I think its just a cd/radio player...

Thanks

 

[dolphindan1]

Does anybody know the name of the lady that dances to Cuban music at the front gate?

She is great is always a great welcome from us as we return to the parks...

 

[MTW]

Has anyone stayed in Tower 2? How are the rooms? What is the condition?
Thanks! Looking forward to our first stay at Bonnet Creek!

 

[LisaxMarie]

I'm an Owner at Orange Lake and also apart of RCI. I have seen this resort and it's beautiful. I am going to try and switch out a week of Orange Lake for a week at the Creek! Think I should?
If so, what would you suggest I request for a room. It would have to be a two bedroom.

 

[A Mickeyfan]

That's so sweet of you to respond. Thanks for checking. I'll let her know. Have fun!

You are welcome... I do think, CD player or not, she will love it here!

 

[webprinter]

Has anyone stayed in Tower 2? How are the rooms? What is the condition?
Thanks! Looking forward to our first stay at Bonnet Creek!

We stayed in tower 2 most recently a couple years ago and it was still very nice although I have heard they have started redoing them. None of the rooms we have been in have looked run down at all. The only ones I haven't liked were in tower 5 and that was because the furniture was ugly and the room arrangement was different. It was more at an angle.

 

[gottolovedisney]

Leaving tomorrow for Universal and will be at the BC on Monday

Thanks to everyone for all the great info on this thread- it was a huge help!!

 

[Melnalala]

Nice to see inside, Have been passing it in the car for years.

 

[DCTooTall]

A CD player (or DVD that also plays music CD's) or just a DVD player?

The one in the Living room is a CD/DVD player. Last November when I stayed we actually ended up buying the CD/DVD of the Blue Man Group show, and then later in the week we were watching the DVD while eating dinner at the resort.


Also, I don't believe they have FREE DVD's available to borrow, but there is a rental machine available in the arcade where you can rent DVD's. (Think redbox). It's a bit pricier than RedBox (available just about anywhere it seems), but if you are car-less and wanted something to entertain the kids, it's an option.



I personally can't wait... i'll be back there in March, and again for another week next November.

 

[kellyballoon]

Does anyone know if there are fireworks at Downtown Disney? I know Epcot has em nightly, but our room apparantly faces Downtown Disney so I was wondering if we will see them there.

Also, is there anywhere on the resort property that's a good spot for watching the fireworks at Epcot if we don't get them from our room?
Thanks!

 

[dolphindan1]

Does anyone know if there are fireworks at Downtown Disney? I know Epcot has em nightly, but our room apparantly faces Downtown Disney so I was wondering if we will see them there.

Also, is there anywhere on the resort property that's a good spot for watching the fireworks at Epcot if we don't get them from our room?
Thanks!

If you are facing DTD you still may be able to look to the left and see Illuminations...We were facing DTD and Typhoon Lagoon last Nov but still had a nice view off the left side of the Balcony to see Fireworks and on clear night you could faintly see Wishes

 

[BeachMama13]

Has Tower 6 opened yet? I'm wondering how the views will be from it. We have a 2br rented thru Ken for Thanksgiving week.

Can't wait to go!

 

[webprinter]

Personally, I think building 4 has the best fireworks view. You can see both EPCOT and MK from there. I will look when we are there again in 2 weeks but I don't know how much of a fireworks view there will be in building 6 due to the way it faces and the height of the towers in front of it. If tower 4 doesn't cover it up, it might be pretty good. I guess I didn't pay much attention to it last time we were there.

 

[kellyballoon]

If you are facing DTD you still may be able to look to the left and see Illuminations...We were facing DTD and Typhoon Lagoon last Nov but still had a nice view off the left side of the Balcony to see Fireworks and on clear night you could faintly see Wishes

We were told that we face conservation land and DT Disney, so we'll see. Not a big deal as we'll probably all be asleep by the time fireworks start going off anyway! lol

 

[Lisa0620]

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how do people know in advance where their room is? (I rented thru vacationupgrades and I didn't ask anything about a room request thinking I was supposed to call 2 weeks prior with requests...? Did I mess up?)

 

[Upatnoon]

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how do people know in advance where their room is? (I rented thru vacationupgrades and I didn't ask anything about a room request thinking I was supposed to call 2 weeks prior with requests...? Did I mess up?)

I don't think anyone really knows for sure where their room is until they show up at the front desk. I think you can call the resort 2 weeks ahead and make a request.

When I check in, I ask for a room in the area I want and so far they have been very accomodating. They tell me what they have available in what buildings. For me, location is far more important than any views because of the layout of the resort.

 

[Tina]

Does anyone know how cab service is here? I have a friend coming in for just a few days during our stay. Getting to the resort from the airport will be a breeze, but what about her return trip? Do cabs sit out front like at some of the Disney resorts? Or will she need to call one to come get her?

 

[Upatnoon]

Does anyone know how cab service is here? I have a friend coming in for just a few days during our stay. Getting to the resort from the airport will be a breeze, but what about her return trip? Do cabs sit out front like at some of the Disney resorts? Or will she need to call one to come get her?

I have seen cabs there a few times, but if there isn't one, there are plenty that can get there in a couple of minutes.

On the same street as Bonnet Creek is the Hilton and Waldorf Astoria, which no doubt has some cabs hanging about.

 

[Cdn Gal]

Whooo- Hooo!!!!! I am here now and hooked up!!! Things have changed since March 2009. All in a good way- the landscaping has really matured and it is now very lush and tropical. Building 6 is open and people are starting to check in, but the pool is not open as of yet. They told us it should be ready sometime this week. They said it was a 7 million dollar pool that they have added with a themed pirate ship etc. As well, they are starting to build a hotel right on property inbetween Building 6 & 1. Inside the units they have added some nice finishing touches- more plants and the towels are now folded in a fancier manner. They have also upgraded the knives, blender and coffee pot since 2009. I wondered if they got upset at people telling them that the blenders they first provided didn't crush ice. Because as you know- it's all about the fruity drinks! We were able to check in yesturday at 10am- didn't think we would be able to but the room was open. Took our tour at 10:45- out within an hour. It was nice to hear about the new things that are going on. I am taking pictures today while DH is playing golf at the new Waldorf Astoria golf course. I will post once we get back. We are here for 9 nights so if anybody has any questions- ask! I'll try to come back on at least a couple of more times before we leave!

 

[SparKeLLy]

Took our tour at 10:45- out within an hour. It was nice to hear about the new things that are going on. I am taking pictures today while DH is playing golf at the new Waldorf Astoria golf course. I will post once we get back. We are here for 9 nights so if anybody has any questions- ask! I'll try to come back on at least a couple of more times before we leave!

Did you get anything for taking the tour? Also if you have the current bus schedule to the parks, could you take a picture of that for me? Enjoy your time!