The we loooooove Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Part 4

[happy2012]

Where is the best place to book WBC? What rates can I expect in the summer?

 

[mmeeccee]

Where is the best place to book WBC? What rates can I expect in the summer?

I used Ebay twice with great results. Pay attention to the feedback and the refund policy. I never asked but it seems like you can't pick your tower or room. The last two times I purchased from Ebay, I seem to have been assigned a room when I checked in. We had a parking lot view in Tower 2 the first time and a pool (and MK fireworks) view in tower 6 the second time. I have seen people on here mention using Redweek, although I have never.

 

[KristinU]

Where is the best place to book WBC? What rates can I expect in the summer?

We've used Vacation Upgrades twice and have had a pleasant experience both times. Their web site lists their rates

 

[GatorMomInNC]

Hey, I am booking through Redweek and the owner wants me to use Deposit Guard instead of paypal. Has anyone ever done this before?

 

[GatorMomInNC]

Hey, I am booking through Redweek and the owner wants me to use Deposit Guard instead of paypal. Has anyone ever done this before?

Well, I went ahead and did it. I have booked from Redweek before with no problem, but this is such a GREAT rate, I am a little nervous. I should get the confirmation/reservation info on Friday and then I can call the hotel and make sure it is all legit.

We got a 4 bedroom presidential - never stayed in one before, and I am very excited for all the extra room. I posted this on another thread, but I am wondering what building we might get. I read once that T6 is only for owners, so I guess that is out. Is there any chance we could get T5, that is our favorite. Or can anyone recommend another good building for the 4 bedrooms - maybe one with a really good view?

Also, do you get maid service on an 8 night stay?

 

[Upatnoon]

Where is the best place to book WBC? What rates can I expect in the summer?

There is no "best place" as you have to shop around.

Tugbbs.com is another good place to look. Easiest to start is Ebay.

 

[AeroKU]

Well, I went ahead and did it. I have booked from Redweek before with no problem, but this is such a GREAT rate, I am a little nervous. I should get the confirmation/reservation info on Friday and then I can call the hotel and make sure it is all legit.

We got a 4 bedroom presidential - never stayed in one before, and I am very excited for all the extra room. I posted this on another thread, but I am wondering what building we might get. I read once that T6 is only for owners, so I guess that is out. Is there any chance we could get T5, that is our favorite. Or can anyone recommend another good building for the 4 bedrooms - maybe one with a really good view?

Also, do you get maid service on an 8 night stay?

We stayed in a 4 bedroom presidential in tower 6 when we booked with Vacation Upgrades. I thought I heard before that all the 4 bdrm Presidentials were in Tower 6.

 

[mmeeccee]

Well, I went ahead and did it. I have booked from Redweek before with no problem, but this is such a GREAT rate, I am a little nervous. I should get the confirmation/reservation info on Friday and then I can call the hotel and make sure it is all legit.

We got a 4 bedroom presidential - never stayed in one before, and I am very excited for all the extra room. I posted this on another thread, but I am wondering what building we might get. I read once that T6 is only for owners, so I guess that is out. Is there any chance we could get T5, that is our favorite. Or can anyone recommend another good building for the 4 bedrooms - maybe one with a really good view?

Also, do you get maid service on an 8 night stay?

I just stayed in T6, 3 bedroom deluxe and I was a guest. I know there are Presidential units in T6 so you may end up there.

 

[Chris3581]

Got back from our two night stay on Sunday and Monday. What a great hotel! We decided to check in early at around 12:30 on Sunday when we got to Orlando. First, the whole Bonnet Creek area is nicely done, the entrance to the resort and the entire grounds were clean and well maintained. I was a little worried about checking in, reading about the lines and the sales pitch at the parking pass booth. Low and behold there were about 4-5 people in front of me but I only waited about 15 mins. The check in went very smooth. I requested a room with a park view and was told I had to wait for it since none were available. I decided to go with the room that actually was available; building 4, floor 6, regular old parking lot view. When we were done with check in, I was told to go get my parking pass. We skipped the whole thing and just exited the building no problem. Besides one phone call that I didn't even hear, that was the last we heard from staff.

We were glad we took the room early. I didn't want to wait around on line again after the park. Also, we weren't even in the room at the time of the fireworks. The room was clean and had a great amount of room for us (wife, 12yr old daughter, 17 month old son). Building 4 also turned out to be great because it is next to the main lobby which has the activities center and restaurants, it is by a parking garage and most importantly there is a great pool, hot tubs, larger lazy river and pretty large bar area fully equipped with drinks and food right behind the building. Depending on the traffic lights, it was no more than a 5-10 minute drive to the parks.

I really can't say enough about this resort. I found it to be the best value for the amenities and location to Disney. If you have a family and rather have space by staying in a large suite or villa, this is the place to go. Unless I want to stay at a Disney resort I don't think another off site hotel is worth it depending on the rate you get. For our next trip I will look into some of the sites suggested here before we book our room. We will be back!

 

[Spanky]

4 bedroom presidential units are located in all 6 buildings. 1,2 & 3 bedroom presidential units are only located in building 6. Rents are run on a 3, 4 or 1 week basis. Depending on how your rental was set up you should receive one cleaning sometime during your stay. Maybe it was booked as two -4 day stays and your cleaning would be after 4 days. Probably ask at check in.

 

[GatorMomInNC]

We stayed in a 4 bedroom presidential in tower 6 when we booked with Vacation Upgrades. I thought I heard before that all the 4 bdrm Presidentials were in Tower 6.

4 bedroom presidential units are located in all 6 buildings. 1,2 & 3 bedroom presidential units are only located in building 6. Rents are run on a 3, 4 or 1 week basis. Depending on how your rental was set up you should receive one cleaning sometime during your stay. Maybe it was booked as two -4 day stays and your cleaning would be after 4 days. Probably ask at check in.

I just stayed in T6, 3 bedroom deluxe and I was a guest. I know there are Presidential units in T6 so you may end up there.

Okay, thanks everyone. I thought I read that T6 was only for owners but I guess that isn't true. I hope we end up there or T5.

 

[sdoll]

2 more weeks till we check in again!!!! Can't wait and fingers crossed for tower 5. That is my favorite area to stay. I think we have had it all but 1 of our stays! I absolutely love Bonnet Creek!

 

[GatorMomInNC]

2 more weeks till we check in again!!!! Can't wait and fingers crossed for tower 5. That is my favorite area to stay. I think we have had it all but 1 of our stays! I absolutely love Bonnet Creek!

How funny -- we check in in 2 weeks also, and my sons (12 and 9) like tower 5 the best too!! They love the lazy river. This will be our 5th time , I believe, and we've managed to get T5 all but one other time also!

So, for the first time we will be in a 4bed/4bath, and I have been looking at pix online, and it looks AMAZING! About a month ago we suffered damage to our home and we need repairs and have to be out of the house for almost 2 weeks. The insurance company is putting us up in a hotel, and they said they don't care where we are, as long as we stay within a certain budget-- so we're going to Florida! I'm calling this trip the "making lemonade" vacation.

I got a great deal on a 4br (the same price as a 3 br), so the insurance company is paying. We don't need that much space, so we invited our neighbors too. We looooooove Bonnet Creek and I can't wait to be sitting by the pool in 2 weeks! We'll see you there Sdoll!

 

[sdoll]

How funny -- we check in in 2 weeks also, and my sons (12 and 9) like tower 5 the best too!! They love the lazy river. This will be our 5th time , I believe, and we've managed to get T5 all but one other time also!

So, for the first time we will be in a 4bed/4bath, and I have been looking at pix online, and it looks AMAZING! About a month ago we suffered damage to our home and we need repairs and have to be out of the house for almost 2 weeks. The insurance company is putting us up in a hotel, and they said they don't care where we are, as long as we stay within a certain budget-- so we're going to Florida! I'm calling this trip the "making lemonade" vacation.

I got a great deal on a 4br (the same price as a 3 br), so the insurance company is paying. We don't need that much space, so we invited our neighbors too. We looooooove Bonnet Creek and I can't wait to be sitting by the pool in 2 weeks! We'll see you there Sdoll!

I know damage to your house is no fun but talk about making the best out of a bad situation!!! That sounds amazing! I am sure our boys will find each other to play with mine aren't shy! Kind of jealous of the 4 bedroom. We are trying a one bedroom for the first time we have been so spoiled. I don't care though because I am on vacation! Water parks only trip! See you there!

 

[Bmurr]

LOVE BONNET CREEK AREA

My girlfriend and I have only been staying at either the Wyndham or Hilton for the last year when we come to Disney.

With Florida resident and AAA discount we usually get a rate of about $150 a night.

I will say I am definitely more biased towards the Hilton being nicer but both are amazing stays. Fireworks seen from the room and at night when you are back from the parks and still have a little energy left Disney Springs is literally across the street

 

[Bmurr]

I'll add that at the Hilton a little kept secret is they have a legitimate Disney store in the hotel with actual CM working.

They have a full selection of magic bands, characters and pins. This came in clutch a couple weeks ago when my girlfriend left her magic band at home, we were able to go and get a new magic band activated befoe heading to the parks the next morning

Saved time having to go to the tickets office or guest services to explain the situation and get a new magic band

 

[KristinU]

Disney Springs is literally across the street

I'm confused by this comment, are you talking about the Wyndham and Hilton at Disney Springs? Bonnet Creek is a drive down the road to Disney Springs, not far at all but not walkable. But maybe you don't mean literally-literally?

 

[mmeeccee]

I'm confused by this comment, are you talking about the Wyndham and Hilton at Disney Springs? Bonnet Creek is a drive down the road to Disney Springs, not far at all but not walkable. But maybe you don't mean literally-literally?

They are referring to the Hilton. I'm not sure how that ended up on this Bonnet Creek thread.

 

[crjack]

We just returned last night from our first trip to Bonnet Creek and everyone in our group thought it was amazing! For this trip, we had 6 people so we decided to go for the large 4 bedroom presidential suite and it was gorgeous. We had more space than we needed but that's a good problem to have. We had 4 college aged kids and it was nice to be able to have some down time in your own room after a long day at the parks.

I rented through VRBO and had another great experience. We were in Tower 6 on the 16th floor and we could look directly out to Hollywood Studios and see Tower of Terror. We had a perfect view of the fireworks from HS and a decent view of the Epcot fireworks.

There are so many activities there but unfortunately not many of them worked for our schedule but we did enjoy the pools a great deal. For families with younger children there are a variety of onsite activities that make this resort a vacation in itself.

We would definitely stay here again. Can't always stay in a presidential suite but I think any unit would be fine. Great location too. I know some previous posts were concerned about the trip to MK but for us it was a quick trip. We were fortunate with our timing of the tram and monorail but we could literally see the Caribbean Beach Resort beside us so the distance is no further than if you stayed at one of the outer resorts of Disney. The travel time to Hollywood Studios was incredibly quick.

 

[firstwdw]

Newbie here with some questions considering WBC for April 2017. Thank you in advance experts! We usually stay at a Disney moderate but considering other options since we will be going during a peak pricing time (Easter)

1. How is the sleeper sofa in the one bedroom? We are a family of 3 but considering a 2bedroom so everyone has a real bed. It's $150 more for a 2bedroom for 7night stay over a one bedroom.

2. How often are condo's available early for checkin? Our flight lands around 10am

3. How does WBC handle issues with rooms? Disney resorts are so good at moving guests to another room, refunding for bigger issues etc.

4. We'd be booking through Vacation Strategy and so no requests. If we check in on a Tuesday I am guessing our chances of a decent room are less likely?

5. What buildings have been upgraded recently? Are the condo's quiet or can you hear neighbors?

6. Aside from more space and less $$$, why do people choose WBC?

7. Gluten Free and Allergies: are there any places at WBC to grab a quick sandwich or burger etc and do they accommodate allergies?