This is the *NEW* Yacht & Beach Club Question & Answer Forum. Yea...we're still here.

[Disney Panda]

And we actually contemplated staying at Pop Century . What a deluxe snob I am. It's a ton of money to spend for the accomodations but the location is awesome. I don't splurge too often .

 

[KJHawley]

Hello all! My future Mrs. and I will be honeymooning this October and we can't wait! We're staying at the Beach Club and I was wondering if the hotel does anything special for honeymoon couples? Is there something special I can have done so that when we arrive it'll be a surprise to her? I'd like to have the bride and groom ears in the room when we arrive, do you the hotel could/would accommodate this?

Thanks much!
Steve

When we stayed at WL for our honeymoon, they left a small bottle of champagne, some balloons, and a card in our room. It seems like they usually do something for you if you mention it, or have it listed in your reservation. If you have something specific in mind- especially something nice and / or more than a "freebie" - they will gladly do it for you, for a fee. Just call the hotel, and they can probably arrange just about anything.

 

[happylady]

If the Marketplace doesnt open until 7:00, where can you go before then for mug refills?

This will be the third year that I will be attending a convention at the resorts. The event organizers just emailed that the event is moving from the Contemporary to the Beach & Yacht Club for the additonal space that will be needed.

I loved the option at the Contemporary of being able to fill my soda mug late at night or very early in the morning.

Does anyone know the answer to BethanyF's question? If I have to lug a 12 pack of diet pepsi, I probably won't buy a mug.

 

[Beca]

This will be the third year that I will be attending a convention at the resorts. The event organizers just emailed that the event is moving from the Contemporary to the Beach & Yacht Club for the additonal space that will be needed.

I loved the option at the Contemporary of being able to fill my soda mug late at night or very early in the morning.

Does anyone know the answer to BethanyF's question? If I have to lug a 12 pack of diet pepsi, I probably won't buy a mug.

I don't think there is any place open before 7:00AM to refill mugs. At the BC, you can refill your mug at the Marketplace, B&C, and Hurricane Hanna's. I cannot imagine any of those places are open before 7:00.

Where do you fill your mug earlier at the Contemporary?



Beca

 

[happylady]

We always fill the mugs at the Fun and Food Center on the first floor, behind the main check-in lobby. Even when the Center is closed, you still have access to the soda/pop machines.

 

[Beca]

We always fill the mugs at the Fun and Food Center on the first floor, behind the main check-in lobby. Even when the Center is closed, you still have access to the soda/pop machines.

Wow, I learn something new every day!! Unfortunately, I don't think BC/YC has anything like that...sorry.



Beca

 

[KJHawley]

I actually looked back over my pics to see if I had a picture of it (I was taking pics for a friend), and I did not get a picture of that end of the refrigerated case. However, I would be SHOCKED if they did not have yogurt...they have milk, cheese, eggs, butter and other "dairy" products. Because BC is also a DVC resort, they tend to stock foods for people that really want to do some cooking. I have always found a GREAT selection there. They also have a refrigerated section called "well balanced selections" that has assorted fruit cups and what appears to be "yogurt parfaits" with granola, fresh fruit and yogurt.



Beca

Okay, I know that this is a response to an old post, but I thought others might find it interesting. I, too, have been wondering what food items the Marketplace sells, & I finally found a cool link- an entire shopping list, with prices! This is the Marketplace itself, not a separate grocery service- but note that you can fax your order to them & they'll have everything delivered to your room for you for an additional $5.00.

http://www.mousesavers.com/bcv_grocery.pdf

 

[Samantha]

We have booked the Beach Club in June for a week and I am so excited about going!! We have never stayed at BC, but my kids are always asking about Stormalong Bay, so they will be so surprised when we arrive and tell them we are staying there!!

Great thread, I learned a lot from it! Thanks so much!

 

[tubachick]

This will be the third year that I will be attending a convention at the resorts. The event organizers just emailed that the event is moving from the Contemporary to the Beach & Yacht Club for the additonal space that will be needed.

I loved the option at the Contemporary of being able to fill my soda mug late at night or very early in the morning.

Does anyone know the answer to BethanyF's question? If I have to lug a 12 pack of diet pepsi, I probably won't buy a mug.

I'll see you there Happylady!!!

I wanted to know the same thing for the SDV trip!!!

Still looking around the Yacth site.....

 

[travelskip]

Does anyone know what floors/rooms are non-smoking at BC?

 

[Chattins]

We're booked in a 2-BR suite on the concierge level in June. Does anyone know if our room will actually be on the concierge level or will we be on another floor and just have access to it? From what I've read the concierge level is the 5th floor, is that correct?

Any current information on the 2-BR suite and the concierge service would be very helpful.

We're soooooooooooooo excited and just wait to get there - 1st trip!!!

Thanks!!!!

 

[mom_rules]

2 BRM Suite was on 5th floor facing the lake-with windows, balcony and a turret.

 

[YCFAN]

It depends on which one it is. The Admiral and the Commodore suites are on the 5th floor. The Presidential Suite is on the 4th floor. The Captain's Deck is on the first floor. There is also one on the 3rd floor in the turret. Do you know which one it is?

I love the planning department at YC. They are some of the nicest most efficient people you will ever have contact with.

 

[Chattins]

I forgot to mention we're staying at the BC. I'm not sure which suite it is.

Thanks

 

[NYMom]

We're staying at the BC this August.
Thanks for the info

 

[DJNOWICK]

Hi,

Looking for suggestions for requests I should make for a girls weekend stay at YC (std view) 9/30-10/3?

Do we need to request the coffee maker and refrigerator or are they always there in deluxes now?

Do I need to request the daybed?

Are our chances better for a pixie-dust upgrade if we don't make ANY location or other requests?

Thanks! Jackie

 

[YCFAN]

The refrigerator will be there inside the cabinet that the TV set on. I'm not sure about the coffee maker because I don't drink coffee and I don't really notice it but you can immediately request one when you check in if it isn't there.

For a standard view I would request a view of the wedding gazebo. This would put you on the lake side with a possible sideways view of the lake but the wedding gazebo is quite pretty.

Yes, you must request a room with a day bed and then it's not guaranteed but I'd request it on my ressie and then again when you check in if you really want it.

 

[txtxyeha]

While I have never stayed at the BC, everything I have read states that a 4 cup coffee maker is standard in each room.

 

[essmom]

<b>Concierge Services</b>
Updated September 10

The fifth floors of both the Yacht Club and the Beach Club are the exclusive Concierge Levels, accessible only to concierge guests with elevator keys.

However, your room doesn't necessarily have to be <i>on</i> the Concierge Level. Guests can request a certain room on a non-concierge level, per their preferences, and still have access to the Concierge lounge and staff. As all requests go, they can't promise anything, but you certainly can ask.

<b><a href="http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/resorts/bc-concierge.htm">Beach Club Concierge Review by Webmaster Pete</b></a>

In short, the concierge staff at both hotels is there to bend over backwards for their guests' every need. Think, 'when you wish upon a concierge cast member'...etc.

Each Concierge Level offers its own lounge, with an extensive array of complimentary food and beverage presentations, changing throughout the day. I've stayed at the Yacht Club Concierge before, and it was awesome!!! The food was so good, we didn't even eat in any of the resort's restaurants once! We did get an impossible reservation at the California Grill thanks to the intervention of a concierge cast member...you know, last minute, "what do you wanna do" kinda thing. The concierge is definitely worth the $100 or so extra dollars per night!

<b>Swimming</b>

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<b>Stormalong Bay</b> rocks!!!! The Yacht & Beach Club has one of the best, if not the best swimming holes (at a hotel) in all of Walt Disney World . Stormalong Bay is a three-acre water playground shared between the Yacht Club and the Beach Club. It's a great place to have fun or just relax. Stormalong Bay has many different sections that encompass its 750,000 gallons of water.

There are shallow wading areas for the younger ones, complete with sand bottoms. There are also larger and deeper areas, some with sand, some without. A "shipwreck" on the shore of Crescent Lake provides the entrance to an exciting water slide for the adventurous folks. There is a circular area in Stormalong Bay with water jets that create a current. All you have to do is float… the water will move you along!

All around Stormalong Bay are lounge chairs where you can relax and catch some rays. Among other things, you'll find a waterfall and a couple of hot tubs hidden amongst the scenery. Note, however, that lifejackets cannot be worn when using the water slide. The water slide includes an enclosed tube and a child with a lifejacket can get stuck. If your child requires the use of a lifejacket, you can request to use the pool and slide at the Boardwalk Inn.

There is a <b>quiet pool</b> at the Yacht Club, found on the far end of the hotel away from the noise and excitement. (I used this pool every day, even once reallllly early in the morning when it was like 40 degrees outside. The pool was heated to about 90...ahhhhh!) The pool is located on the front/side of the hotel farthest from the Beach Club and closest to the Swan/Dolphin. There is also a hot tub in the same area as the quiet pool. These facilities are open 24 hours, as long as you are quiet! You can also use the quiet pool/hot tub on the Beach Club side. This pool is located on the water side of the Beach Club, closest to Epcot. You may see this area if you walk the path to Epcot.

<b>You and your great big inflated...</b>

There have been enough questions about bringing inflatable flotation devices from home that the subject deserves its own section here.

Assorted inflatable floaties <i>are</i> available for rent at no charge at Stormalong Bay to guests.

The <i>official</i> word from Disney is that water wings are allowed in Stormalong Bay, but most other flotation devices aren't, for safety reasons.

However, the unwritten rule is enforced at each lifeguard's discretion, as I've heard many people telling of families having a grand old time with their own rafts, inner tubes, and the like. I say if you're not sure, bring 'em and have fun until they tell you otherwise.

<b>Pool Hopping</b>

Disney resort guests aren't permitted to use the pools of other resorts, unless that individual resort adopts a policy otherwise. Disney Vacation Club guests <i>can</i> pool-hop between Disney Vacation Club resort pools.

<b>Health Club</b>

<b>Ship Shape Health Club</b> is located between the Beach and Yacht Club resorts next to Lafferty Place Arcade and open from 6am to 9pm. It is available for use by Disney Resort Guests: 1 day is $10; Length of Stay is $20; and Family Length of Stay is $35. Equipment includes Nautilus, Hammer Strength and aerobic machines as well as a spa, steam room, sauna and massage therapy. Massages are available from 8am to 8pm by appointment only.

<b>Recreation</b>

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<b>Bayside Marina</b> at the Yacht Club is open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Prices for rentals:

Water Sprites - $18.87/half hour; 2 person max

14' Canopy Boat - $25.00/half hour; 4 person max

Small Float Boat - $30.19/half hour; 8 person max

Sunset Cruise - $70.75 (driver provided)

24' Pontoon Day Guided Cruise - $70.75 1/2 hour; 12 person max

Breathless Glide - $23.58 10 minutes; 7 person max (driver provided)

Breathless Day Guided Cruise -$70.75 (driver provided)

Breathless Fireworks Cruise - $165.10; 7 person max (driver provided)

Float Boat Fireworks Cruise - $113.21; 10 person max (driver provided)

Specialty Cruises - $175 for 1 hour 8 person max; $230/hour 9-12 person max

Large Mouth Bass Fishing Excursion - $150.94/2 hours; 1-3 persons (driver provided); $200.94/3 hours

Sunset Cruise - $70.75/hour (driver provided)


What else is there to do? There's a <b>beach volleyball</b> court in front of the Beach Club. <b>Jogging</b> maps are available at Guest Services, there's an awesome path that goes allll the way around Crescent Lake.

<b>Lafferty Place Arcade</b> is their game room...one of the only places i <i>didn't</i> go during my trip. There are also <b>tennis courts</b> located near the Beach Club, way out close to Epcot. Oh...and the tabletops in all guest rooms have checkerboard patterns. Checkers and Chess sets are available from the front desk, just ask.

Childcare services are available at the <b>Sandcastle Club</b> located in the Beach Club. The Sandcastle Club is for children ages 4-12 and is available from 4:30pm 'til midnight.

In-room <b>babysitting</b> is available through two sources. The first is KinderCare which can be reached at (407) 827-5444. The second is "Fairy Godmothers" service (that's what it's called!), available virtually anytime, anywhere. It can be costly, but if it's what you need, it's perfect! All sitters are nonsmoking females.

Base rates start at $7 an hour for up to three children, with a four-hour minimum and a $5 travel fee. They'll even take the kids to the parks for you providing you have the bucks.

<b>Meeting Facilities</b>

The Yacht and Beach Club offers a beautiful 52,000 square foot convention center with a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system. The Harbour Ballroom is over 36,000 square feet and can accommodate 2,800 guests. With 21 breakout rooms, a business center,
satellite up/down link capabilities, vast exhibit capabilities, and comprehensive meeting support, the Yacht and Beach Club conference facility is a very attractive location for businesses.

Custom-made merchandise can be ordered for conferences and/or meetings held in WDW Resorts. For more information on this, call the <b>Specialty Merchandising Department</b> at <b>(407)363-6433.</b>

<b>Shopping</b>

The Yacht Club's all-purpose store is <b>Fittings and Fairings Clothes and Notions</b>. It is open from 8am to 11pm. This store offers a small but comprehensive collection of clothing, character merchandise, and sundries. They don't sell the refillable mugs here anymore.

Need a greeting card, maybe some soap, how about a toothbrush? They've got it. Did you forget your undershirts? Got a run in your pantyhose? A quick trip down to this first-floor store will satisfy your needs. Beware though, you won't find "el cheapo" clothing here. Those undershirts you forgot are Polo brand undershirts here.

The Beach Club has a smaller shop with similar items called <b>Atlantic Wear and Wardrobe Emporium</b>. If Fittings and Fairings is out of stock, try there. Also if you are looking for cigarettes, each of the BC and YC shops has some behind one of the counters, so just ask a Cast Member.

<b>Laundry</b>

If you need to wash your clothes during your stay at the Yacht Club <b>laundry facilities</b> are located adjacent to the quiet pool area located on the far front side of the hotel, closer to the Swan/Dolphin hotels. Likewise there are laundry facilities at the quiet pool of the Beach Club.

If you need something dry cleaned or pressed, you'll find a card detailing services and costs in your room upon check-in. An iron and ironing board are located in most guest rooms. If your room does not have these items, they can be obtained free of charge by contacting housekeeping. Watch out. My dad had them wash something and he couldn't believe how much they charged...

<b>Everything Else</b>

Need a new 'do, or just a haircut? <b>Periwig's Salon and Barber</b>, located between the YC and BC, next to the health club, is the place to go. Open Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am-6pm.

Well, that's all there is. Feel free to ask whatever questions you have, if I haven't answered them already. *GRIN* Thanks for your interest, and <b>PLEASE</b>, somebody, BUMP THIS THREAD!!!!! You guys are the greatest!

Stay Cool,

JC

can someone describe the boats for rent- what ages can drive them- I have an 11 and 13 year old? how big is the lake?Thanks

 

[DisneyFan0304]

We're going to be staying at the Yacht Club for the first time this year and I have a question. On the list of restaurants for the Disney dining plan, it lists the Ale & Compass for breakfast. I checked allearsnet to look at the menu, and it's not listed there. Do they still have breakfast at the Ale & Compass?

Thanks!