So let me ask this question. If not for the sales tactics, where would westgate rank in the timeshares in Orlando area, would it be top, middle or bottom?
Middle
I belong to TUG, a timeshare users group. There are 100 timeshares in the Orlando area (This includes the onsite Disney timeshares too). Westgate Lakes is rated # 51, so right in the middle. And there is tons of competition in Orlando, more really outstanding timeshares than any place else I've ever traveled to. Timeshares have to be kept up, as there is so much competition.
The numerical ranking from TUG member rating for Westgate Lakes is a 7.51/10 with 78 reviews. That's not a bad rating (not a place to be afraid of by any means.) You'll probably really enjoy your stay.
Here are the rating guidelines TUG members use:
10 World class resort with everything included. Should be the best resort you have ever seen! Most are self-contained vacation destinations. Everything is in perfect order. There should be very few ratings of "10" given.
9 A great resort with everything except a major extra (e.g., golf or skiing being off-site). Beautiful units with fabulous decor. This should be among the 2nd to 4th best resorts you have seen.
8 A good resort with a great location. Still has top quality units and furnishing with on site recreation and activity director. An excellent exchange.
7 Above average resort but missing some extras and charges for the extras they do provide (e.g., tennis, bikes). Units might be a little smaller, not quite as plush but still very nice.
6 This resort is nice but just one step above average. Has planned activities, but units may be older. Does not have many activities or full time director. An ok exchange, but wish it were better.
5 Average resort. Nothing special but OK. Would not go there again.
4 Below average.
3 Below average.
2 Awful. Avoid if possible. Has old furniture, poor service, no extras, poor location, would not trade into again.
1 Awful. Avoid if possible. Has old furniture, poor service, no extras, poor location, would not trade into again.