Valet Parking at Monorail Resorts

[kribit]

Off topic....but this is why resort guests need wrist bands that are checked daily.

I'll preface this by saying I'm not trying to be sarcastic.

Are you suggesting that each Disney resort guest wear a wrist band all day?

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Hmm.. Thats interesting to know.. I know that anyone can ride the monorail from the TTC but I was always under the impression that the resort monorail was for resort guests only. I know years ago they used to check Resort keys before you could board the buses! Those were the days! LOL

I would pay a higher price to bring those days back!

 

[dburg30]

Hmm.. Thats interesting to know.. I know that anyone can ride the monorail from the TTC but I was always under the impression that the resort monorail was for resort guests only. I know years ago they used to check Resort keys before you could board the buses! Those were the days! LOL

Well if you are allowed to ride from the TTC to other resorts on the line not being a resort guest, why wouldnt you be allowed to ride it back to MK or TTC??

 

[dizzknee3]

Well if you are allowed to ride from the TTC to other resorts on the line not being a resort guest, why wouldnt you be allowed to ride it back to MK or TTC??

Thats true.. I'm not sure what I was thinking...I guess what I am thinking is people shouldn't be parking at the resorts to ride the resort monorails to a park when they should be parking at the TTC to ride the monorail??? Does that make sense?

 

[Uncleromulus]

Makes more sense
Actually it's what we do on our MK day--park at the TTC, walk to the Poly where we get breakfast at Kona. Then get on the monorail at the Poly and go to the MK.

 

[Sammie]

Well if you are allowed to ride from the TTC to other resorts on the line not being a resort guest, why wouldnt you be allowed to ride it back to MK or TTC??

There are two monorail lines, one from the TTC to the MK, without stopping, the Express Line. One for the Monorail resorts, called the Resort line, and truly there is no reason unless one is going to a monorail resort to dine after parking at the TTC that one would ride the Resort line, who would want to make all those stops, complete waste of time.

 

[dingoballs]

That's a very good question. Of course the OP is allowed to valet park during their ADR at Chef Mickey's, just like all other non Contemporary guests who go there with ADR's. However I will say again once your meal is over you no longer have any business leaving your car in the valet parking lot, no matter how you try and give reasons making it ok.

It's obvious that Disney isn't very concerned about this issue. Otherwise, they would have tightened the screws on these rule breakers. So, why are you so worked up about this parking issue?

 

[dannyh23]

It's obvious that Disney isn't very concerned about this issue. Otherwise, they would have tightened the screws on these rule breakers. So, why are you so worked up about this parking issue?

Because if I remember it correctly, CR Fan and his parents one time had to walk a long way when parking at the CR. He "accidently" saw that another car in the lot had an expired parking pass, so he took it upon himself to take pics of the car with his cell phone and reported the parking violator to the front desk.

 

[kribit]

Because if I remember it correctly, CR Fan and his parents one time had to walk a long way when parking at the CR. He "accidently" saw that another car in the lot had an expired parking pass, so he took it upon himself to take pics of the car with his cell phone and reported the parking violator to the front desk.

Yikes...did the people have their car towed?

 

[dannyh23]

Yikes...did the people have their car towed?

I don't think he ever finished the story... I'm sure he watched to see what happened though...

 

[LvsTnk]

Because if I remember it correctly, CR Fan and his parents one time had to walk a long way when parking at the CR. He "accidently" saw that another car in the lot had an expired parking pass, so he took it upon himself to take pics of the car with his cell phone and reported the parking violator to the front desk.

Hahaha! I would never take away from my vacation time to do that but it sure is funny to me.

Also, just wanted everyone to be aware that if you happen to be traveling to the world during a busy time of year things are a little tighter. You may get to any given parking lot at a resort and be turned away from valet. I have even had this happen to us at the BWI and I was staying there at the time trying to valet with my special needs son. They might even have a list of ADR's they check at the guard gate....if the lots full it's just full.

We have had ID's checked for the resort monorail from the MK, and have had ID's checked at the BWI, AKL, and the Polynesian at the pool.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Because if I remember it correctly, CR Fan and his parents one time had to walk a long way when parking at the CR. He "accidently" saw that another car in the lot had an expired parking pass, so he took it upon himself to take pics of the car with his cell phone and reported the parking violator to the front desk.

That guest who was breaking the rules was in the self parking lot, not the valet parking lot. So that family who was parked there illegally had been there for 12 hours, because there parking pass said 9:30 AM and it was 9:30 PM. This also meant they did not pay the $11.00 parking fee at the TTC which they should have as offsite guests and they took up a regular parking space from Contemporary guests. This may sound rude and selfish but if my family is paying over $400.00 a night for the Atrium Club and someone is paying $40.00a night at the Days Inn which is where they were staying that is not fair and I am sure some will agree with me about that. I remember I saw a thread on one of the DVC boards how they are being more strict about parking at the Boardwalk and the DVC members who own there were happy about it, because they claim how guests who don't stay there should not be allowed to park their cars all day and go to Epcot. So why am I wrong for wanting to keep the self parking lot of the Contemporary only for Contemporary guests and those who go for ADR's and follow the rules?

Also when we complained about this the Cast Members claimed they would do something about the car because they wrote down the license plate. Finally no I did not stay there to make sure they actually did anything, because I am sure they did.

For the record I was not looking for parking violators because it was an accident that I happen to walk by this car. I am sure you won't believe me, however I know the truth about the situation.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

I heard people come to the Polynesian at night to watch fireworks on the beach..I have no problem with that BUT the guests should be the only ones on the lounge chairs..again it is an ammenity I am paying for!

I hope this isn't two harsh but if you were paying what I am for my family vacation you would feel the same way!

I agree 100% with you about that.

When my parents and I stay at the Polynesian in December I am sure there will be non Polynesian guests on the beach during Wishes, however since we are staying there we should at least have the 1st chance to use the lounge chairs and the hammocks.

 

[darlak]

I don’t believe that I am advocating rule breaking by valet parking at the CR and then spending the day at MK. What I have been told repeatedly is that the sign mentioned that CR does not provide parking for the theme park refers to self-parking only. I could not even count how many different CM’s have told me this. As long as CM’s continue to tell me this is an acceptable practice, I will continue to do so.

I want to mention that I have yet to hear a single guest from either the CR or the Poly say that they have been unable to valet park due to all the non-resort guests doing so. So, if the CM says it’s an acceptable practice and the guests aren’t unable to valet park, if they so choose, why on earth would anyone care if this practice continues?

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

I don’t believe that I am advocating rule breaking by valet parking at the CR and then spending the day at MK. What I have been told repeatedly is that the sign mentioned that CR does not provide parking for the theme park refers to self-parking only. I could not even count how many different CM’s have told me this. As long as CM’s continue to tell me this is an acceptable practice, I will continue to do so.

I disagree and here is why. It has been established that on nights when the Magic Kingdom hosts MVMCP, MNSSHP and other hard ticket events the Contemporary does not let guests drive in who do not stay there or are not there for ADR's. The same thing is true of all the major holidays during the year. It has also been shown on this thread that valet parking can not be used when going to the theme parks, even if those guests not staying there have an ADR anytime during the year. So in my opinion when the Contemporary says "We Are Unable to Provide Parking for Park Access" that is meant for both the self parking and valet parking lots. There is no disclaimer underneath saying this rule is not meant for valet parking guests.

 

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

I don’t believe that I am advocating rule breaking by valet parking at the CR and then spending the day at MK. What I have been told repeatedly is that the sign mentioned that CR does not provide parking for the theme park refers to self-parking only. I could not even count how many different CM’s have told me this. As long as CM’s continue to tell me this is an acceptable practice, I will continue to do so.

I want to mention that I have yet to hear a single guest from either the CR or the Poly say that they have been unable to valet park due to all the non-resort guests doing so. So, if the CM says it’s an acceptable practice and the guests aren’t unable to valet park, if they so choose, why on earth would anyone care if this practice continues?

Because you are not paying for the the privileges of that resort. I don't understand why this concept is so hard to understand. If you enjoy how easy it is to have breakfast at GF, CR, WL, Poly & jump over to the MK open your wallet and stay there. I'm sure if this was about using some new pool at value/moderate "resorts" and the MK resort people flocked there I do believe there would be an uprising!
I have to add that there are just people in this world that make it a habit or game of cheating the system, ignoring rules and taking what they haven't paid for.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

I'm sure if this was about using some new pool at value/moderate "resorts" and the MK resort people flocked there I do believe there would be an uprising!

Intresting observation.

 

[dannyh23]

This may sound rude and selfish but if my family is paying over $400.00 a night for the Atrium Club....

You are correct about that -- selfish because you and your mom and dad aren't entitled to any closer parking spots than anyone else in the parking lot, and rude by throwing around "Atrium Club" and dollar amounts. I also think it's quite humorous because what did your actions really accomplish? If parking was a problem that night, the guards would have towed the car before you even showed up to complain about the expired pass. I remember last time you told the story that there were plenty of parking spots, they just weren't as close as the "violator" was.

So why am I wrong for wanting to keep the self parking lot of the Contemporary only for Contemporary guests and those who go for ADR's and follow the rules?

Maybe because you aren't a paid parking enforcement officer for the CR and it really isn't any of your business? I would think that Disney does not want guests taking matters into their own hands when it really doesn't cause anyone any harm. Since you brought up rules, do you watch for pool hoppers and old mugs to be refilled too and report them? If all the hammocks are full at Wishes time at Poly, are you going to go up and ask for Resort ID because you feel that you should get first shot at them?

For the record I was not looking for parking violators because it was an accident that I happen to walk by this car.

How many other cars did you accidently walk by to check? Was it just coincidence that the first one you accidently happened to walk by was expired? Did you happen to look at any others after the first violator?

Before you report this as a personal attack, it's not -- It's your story, I'm just trying to understand the logic of why you would go through so much trouble, while on vacation no less!

 

[darlak]

I disagree and here is why. It has been established that on nights when the Magic Kingdom hosts MVMCP, MNSSHP and other hard ticket events the Contemporary does not guests drive in who do not stay there or are not there for ADR's. The same thing is true of all the major holidays during the year. It has also been shown on this thread that valet parking can not be used when going to the theme parks, even if those guests not staying there have an ADR anytime during the year. So in my opinion when the Contemporary says "We Are Unable to Provide Parking for Park Access" that is meant for both the self parking and valet parking lots. There is no disclaimer underneath saying this rule is not meant for valet parking guests.

Your observation that "It has also been shown on this thread that valet parking can not be used when going to the theme parks..." has simply not been my experience...ever, not at "peak times" and not even during special events such as MVMCP. The "disclaimer" would be when staff tells me otherwise. My own experience valet parking continues to be reported to be the experience of MANY others. If the rules reported to me by staff change, then my practice of valet parking there will change as well. Until then though, I'm certainly not changing my practice due to concerns raised on an internet message board.

Because you are not paying for the the privileges of that resort. I don't understand why this concept is so hard to understand. If you enjoy how easy it is to have breakfast at GF, CR, WL, Poly & jump over to the MK open your wallet and stay there. I'm sure if this was about using some new pool at value/moderate "resorts" and the MK resort people flocked there I do believe there would be an uprising!
I have to add that there are just people in this world that make it a habit or game of cheating the system, ignoring rules and taking what they haven't paid for.

I am paying to valet park. I have always been honest in stating my intentions of going from the resort to the park. The usual reply to this is "Have a Magical Day!"

I notice that neither you nor CR4Life responded to my question regarding whether anyone staying at either the CR or the Poly has EVER been told that you couldn't valet park due to all of the non-guests doing so. I've asked that question many times on threads similar to this one. Have yet to get a response. Which again, begs the question...why do you care?

 

[kribit]

Because you are not paying for the the privileges of that resort. I don't understand why this concept is so hard to understand. If you enjoy how easy it is to have breakfast at GF, CR, WL, Poly & jump over to the MK open your wallet and stay there. I'm sure if this was about using some new pool at value/moderate "resorts" and the MK resort people flocked there I do believe there would be an uprising!
I have to add that there are just people in this world that make it a habit or game of cheating the system, ignoring rules and taking what they haven't paid for.

Again, I'm not trying to be snitty but your "cheating the system" comment is confusing to me. Are you talking about the valet parking spot the guest paid for or the perhaps the dinner or breakfast they had while at the resort? I think that's a bit of a stretch to say that someone who is paying for a service at the resort is cheating.

The Value/Moderate "resorts" comment is also a bit disconcerting to me. I wonder if people that stay at the CR, Poly or GF would be just as crucified using the Epcot Center "resorts" amenities or is it just the people who stay value or moderate that you are concerned with? I mean the deluxe guests in the other resorts are paying the same as a guest at the CR. In my case, I'm paying more, so I'm wondering what your stance is on that.