The Wilderness Lodge FAQ (Part 6) Simbas and Tiggers and Humphreys OH MY!

[MAGICinMYHEART]

A little bragging on my part, my nephew's All Stars Team.

Congratulations to our 8U B-Team All Stars!
State Champions!​

Team Members are: Kaleb Allbritton, Hunter Allen, Troy Britts, Daniel Burnsed,
Chris Chafton, Jackson Geddes, Carlos Gonzalez, Bailey Powel, Caleb Rios,
Nathan Romeo, Darien Smith, Andy Yarbrough, Manager: Eddy Rios​

 

[heath-and-javens-mom]

Does anyone happen to have a layout of the lobby area? Reason I am asking is because I didnt know how to get the pool from our room? Do you go thru the lobby in your swim suite?

 

[Aisling]

A little bragging on my part, my nephew's All Stars Team.

Congratulations, proud auntie!

 

[MemoryMakers2669]

Does anyone happen to have a layout of the lobby area? Reason I am asking is because I didnt know how to get the pool from our room? Do you go thru the lobby in your swim suite?

You don't have to go through the lobby! We did the first few days though, before we figured out that the elevators in the right wing......OK, you are in the lobby, looking straight out to the pool area. The right wing when facing that way, doesn't that make sense?

So in the right wing, about half way down the hallway are a set of elevators that come out right near the pool. Sort of near the pool slide entrance, there is a path, that takes you to the restrooms, and there is an entrance right there, elevators right there.

Not sure if the left wing....the one closer to MK, has that elevator mid way down or not....???

 

[zuulio]

I've read conflicting reports on various aspects of the transportation from Wilderness Lodge.The majority of sites claim there is only a boat service from the Lodge to the MK, is this correct or maybe just outdated and there now IS a bus service from WL to MK?
Also with regards to the boat service, do the boats come regularly and get you to MK in plenty of time or is there the chance of missing one boat because it's full and waiting around for another.I'd like to get to the park first thing but would be concerened the trip wouldn't be a quick as a bus.Also do the boat schedules adjust for extra magic hours.
Any help is appreciated,thanks!

 

[Sk8Leigh]

There is a bus from WL to MK. And there's also definitely a chance that a boat could be full and you could miss it and have to wait. That was happening to me last year when I was going to MNSSHP. There was a looong line. I had just gotten there and didn't know if there was a bus to MK, but I finally went over to the bus stop and found out there was one, and got there so much faster than if I'd waited for the boat.

The bus is really fast.

 

[mmwood68]

I am off to Disney for the first time in over 20 years and look forward to staying at WL.

I called yesterday and changed a few things with my package and they said we had rooms with bunk beds. I have 3 young children (6, 4, 2) and I am not sure how I feel about it. I never requested this room. Does the bunk bed have a safety railing?

 

[tardin1964]

I've read conflicting reports on various aspects of the transportation from Wilderness Lodge.The majority of sites claim there is only a boat service from the Lodge to the MK, is this correct or maybe just outdated and there now IS a bus service from WL to MK?
Also with regards to the boat service, do the boats come regularly and get you to MK in plenty of time or is there the chance of missing one boat because it's full and waiting around for another.I'd like to get to the park first thing but would be concerened the trip wouldn't be a quick as a bus.Also do the boat schedules adjust for extra magic hours.
Any help is appreciated,thanks!

The direct bus to MK is much faster than the boat. It is not as much fun, but in the morning I like to get to the park as quickly as possible. We always take the boat when returning to WL. It gives you a chance to unwind and relax.

I am off to Disney for the first time in over 20 years and look forward to staying at WL.

I called yesterday and changed a few things with my package and they said we had rooms with bunk beds. I have 3 young children (6, 4, 2) and I am not sure how I feel about it. I never requested this room. Does the bunk bed have a safety railing?

The bunk beds have a safety railing. I think the bunk beds are great for the kids. I think they get a better nights sleep when they sleep in a bed alone instead of sharing. I know for my 2 daughters it works out great. It also cuts down on the monkey business which tends to happen when they share a bed...such as "daddy....she is taking all the blankets" or "daddy....she keeps coming on my side of the bed" etc..............

oh...and mmwood68 welcome!!!!!! I just realized it was your first post.

 

[lilyv]

I am off to Disney for the first time in over 20 years and look forward to staying at WL.

I called yesterday and changed a few things with my package and they said we had rooms with bunk beds. I have 3 young children (6, 4, 2) and I am not sure how I feel about it. I never requested this room. Does the bunk bed have a safety railing?

http://allears.net/acc/g_wl.htm
Deb's site has photos of rooms. Scan down, you'll find the link to the bunks.

 

[disreport]

Does anyone have any really good room pics. I am trying to convince my wife to stay at WL this year and she just isn't exactly enamored with the room pics I have shown her on the normal sites (allearsnets, wdwinfo, etc) . I am almost positive that the rooms are better looking in person, but it is hard to convince her of that. Quite frankly, I also think they look a tad on the boring side. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[dizneykid]

I am off to Disney for the first time in over 20 years and look forward to staying at WL.

I called yesterday and changed a few things with my package and they said we had rooms with bunk beds. I have 3 young children (6, 4, 2) and I am not sure how I feel about it. I never requested this room. Does the bunk bed have a safety railing?

Hi there. I see other posters have answered your bunk questions.

But, do you realize that you are paying extra for the bunk bed rooms? They are not given on request anymore. If you asked for a regular room I would call and see. You could save a good amount of dollars.

 

[earthelves]

I Just Called The WL IPO & Was Directed To There Answering Machine,I'm Hoping I Hear Back From Them Today

 

[tardin1964]

Does anyone have any really good room pics. I am trying to convince my wife to stay at WL this year and she just isn't exactly enamored with the room pics I have shown her on the normal sites (allearsnets, wdwinfo, etc) . I am almost positive that the rooms are better looking in person, but it is hard to convince her of that. Quite frankly, I also think they look a tad on the boring side. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I not sure if you checked out this thread yet or not:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1717127

It is full of pictures of WL. I'm sure there are some room pics inculded. Even if there aren't any, seeing the pics of the rest of the resort may help convince her since it is so beautiful.

 

[ransom]

Not sure if the left wing....the one closer to MK, has that elevator mid way down or not....???

Yup. Democrats and Republicans both get an elevator at Wilderness Lodge.

The one in the left wing is not too far down the hall from Roaring Fork.

 

[TPCShauna]

We are staying at WL and everyone keeps telling us we just **HAVE** to eat at WCC because it is so fun. I keep reading reviews talking about the horrible food and service so I'm getting concerned.

We are planning to eat here our last morning for a late breakfast and I have a few questions.

1) How is the breakfast food?
2) Will they do special order eggs on the skillet - i.e. I don't eat yolks or egg beaters and need egg whites only?
3) How's the interaction?

 

[viluvsdisney]

overall, how is the food at this resort? We've been pretty dissapointed with the moderate resort food.....remember liking the food at WL but that was 5 years ago.........

 

[dizneykid]

We are staying at WL and everyone keeps telling us we just **HAVE** to eat at WCC because it is so fun. I keep reading reviews talking about the horrible food and service so I'm getting concerned.

We are planning to eat here our last morning for a late breakfast and I have a few questions.

1) How is the breakfast food?
2) Will they do special order eggs on the skillet - i.e. I don't eat yolks or egg beaters and need egg whites only?
3) How's the interaction?

Shauna,

I think the breakfast food is better than lunch or dinner. But that's me. I like to order off the menu and not the skillet as I think the food is fresher. But, we have ordered the skillet before and it was good. The eggs are scrambled, but you should be able to get them just whites.

Disney is very good with food concerns. When you sit, just tell your waitress your concern and she will take care of it. We have never had a problem.

We have eaten dinner there and sometimes it was good sometimes not. The interaction is always fun but food is hit or miss. I also think timing is a key. If you dine later in the evening I think the food is more dried out. But that is just me.

Hope it works out.

 

[dizneykid]

overall, how is the food at this resort? We've been pretty dissapointed with the moderate resort food.....remember liking the food at WL but that was 5 years ago.........

The Lodge has several food options: Whispering Canyon Cafe, Roaring Forks, Artist Point, Territory Lounge.

As in my previous post regarding WCC, well it's OK.

Artist Point, for me is one of the best restaurants on property. We have never had a bad meal and our meals have always been exceptional!! But, this is a signature restaurant and can be expensive.

Territory Lounge is the small bar area near Artist Point. They serve appetizers and I have to say some of the BEST!! Their BLT flatbread is one of the best things I have ever tasted!

Now, Roaring Forks - You have to remember, this is not what the Value or Moderate Resorts would call a food court. It is very small compared to them and the food selection is very limited compared to them. So, if you eat there often you will most likely eat the same things over again.

Now, I like the food at Roaring Forks. I think their made to order chicken salad is one of the best. They have several options, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches (both premade and made to order). The only thing is that sometimes the food in the grill section sits for a while if they are not busy. That would be my only complaint. Other than that, we have always thought it was good.

Hope this helps. Maybe we can get some other replies.

 

[burberryplaid]

We are staying at WL and everyone keeps telling us we just **HAVE** to eat at WCC because it is so fun. I keep reading reviews talking about the horrible food and service so I'm getting concerned.

We are planning to eat here our last morning for a late breakfast and I have a few questions.

1) How is the breakfast food?
2) Will they do special order eggs on the skillet - i.e. I don't eat yolks or egg beaters and need egg whites only?
3) How's the interaction?

We LOVE breakfast at WCC. It has become our tradition to have breakfast there in the morning before we head to the airport.

I am sure they will accomadate your egg request without hesitation.

The interaction is great..maybe a little more low key then during lunch or dinner, but still fun. They had the pony races when we were there in May, the ketchup etc..but because there was less of a crowd, it wasn't quite as rowdy as it can be.

Enjoy..I think you'll like it!

overall, how is the food at this resort? We've been pretty dissapointed with the moderate resort food.....remember liking the food at WL but that was 5 years ago.........

I haven't tried Artist's Point yet, but we like WCC and Roaring Forks. We prefer breakfast at WCC but we were happy with dinner (love the pulled pork on the skillet) as well.

We enjoy having lunch at Roaring Forks a couple of times per trip. The sandwiches are all fresh and yummy. The flatbread pizza is decent along with the burgers and chicken strips. We also enjoy the fresh baked goods..cupcakes, cookies, Mickey Rice Krispy treats, etc..

 

[Lou-Ann]

If you don't want to spring for the whole dinner at Artist Point, go in and get the cobbler to go and eat it on the front porch by the babbling brook. Now that is atmosphere..