What deluxe for young couple?

[Magalex]

Ok I am doing some research about the deluxes for my 27 yr old niece and her boyfriend (29). They are planning on next June with some family members but they want a deluxe on their own. Money is not a issue for them. They both have great careers. Lets say my niece is use to high end service. So the parks won't be their main entertainment but they want to stay on-site to have easy time meeting up with the other family members at the parks. My niece would be interested in one of the spa services and being by a pool. First Time Visitors also. I mentioned Boardwalk Inn, Yacht Club and the Beach Club. Any thoughts or advice? And to quote my niece the less children around the better

 

[BrianD]

Sounds like the Grand Floridian might be a good choice for your niece. The GF just has that little bit of a nicer/fancier feel, and there are some nice touches about that resort, like nigthly turndown service. Plus there is the spa right next door. The resorts you mentioned are very nice as well, but things are just kicked up even a little more at the GF.

 

[spiceycat]

BWV - because of BW - not to mention walking to Studios and Epcot.

or SSR because of PI.

assuming they will want to party?

 

[BrianD]

...And to quote my niece the less children around the better

Just noticed this. If they are going to WDW, then there will be plenty of children around, no matter where they stay. AND, if they really didn't want to be around many children, then I would definitely stay away from June! There will be lots of children all over.

 

[TammiMcMan]

Because of the pool, the BC/YC will be pretty popular with families. My suggestion would be a garden suite at the BWI (if money is no issue) or the GF. Both places will still have a fair share of children, but I think the other amenities can also help it feel more adult. With the BWI, you've got an awesome location and even if they aren't "park people", it's very nice to be able to walk 5-10 minutes right into the countries of Epcot and just do some shopping or have a meal. The BW evening entertainment and choices of dining in that area are pretty extensive as well. In terms of the spa, the brand new Mandara Spa opened recently at the Swan/Dolphin. While I haven't seen too many reviews yet, the pictures on the website look amazing.

The GF does lean a bit more towards a luxury resort. Even a day by the pool can be upped a notch by doing a private cabana rental. Your close to the magic, but you also have some lovely grounds to explore and a nice leisurely boat trip, can drop you in the middle of the woods for a hike or canoe rental. The walkway between the GF and the Poly is beautiful in the evenings and it's very convenient if they play tennis, golf or simply want to enjoy the spa.

 

[Pattymouse]

Your suggestions are great. You might also want to throw the Grand Floridian into the mix.

Just remember, no resort in Disney is the same as a high end hotel in the real world. And the Disney high end resorts cost MORE than in the real world. Of course to me it is worth it.

I did not suggest the Poly (my personal favorite) as they may find it too casual. I recommended the Poly to my daughter a few years ago. She is also a very well traveled highly paid professional. She hated it! She also is not crazy about Disney in general. Yes, she is my biological child! Where did I go wrong

Oh well...I will be at the Poly in Sept for a 6 night stay and I am on !

Pat

 

[TJA]

We just went last month, in June, and yes there are kids galore. Perhaps they can choose a month during the school year?

As far as resorts, my suggestion is Boardwalk Inn or Grand Floridian. I lean more towards BWI because of the area -- there are 2 dance clubs right on the boardwalk and also ESPN Club, so things are normally hopping until 1:00-2:00 AM'ish. Plus, they can walk to Epcot countries each night for dinner, and there is also fine dining right on the Boardwalk and other resorts nearby within walking distance. There is a nice pool area too.

 

[pamole]

Definitely GF!! (although I confess, it's the only deluxe that I have stayed at) DH and I stayed there on our honeymoon and LOVED it. As for kids, I remember thinking (upon seeing plenty of kids in the lobby and pools) "who would want to bring their kids to THIS resort?" -- so it definitely has a "for couples only" feel, even tho' its not.

Now THAT would be a concept for WDW -- a "couple's only" resort!

 

[Magalex]

Oh about the June touring time for them it is because my niece's parents(my sister,who is a teacher) and other family members are visiting at that time. They do want to go with the group. My niece's boyfriend suggested they go with everyone. He is excited. My niece will be fine and I think she will be surprised. Believe me she is getting teased about that statement. I am trying to give them the most advice and tips for the entertainment/resorts/restaurants geared for the adult traveler at WDW. I promise I won't make her stand in line for Goofy

 

[disneyfaninaz]

Well, if money is no object, they should defintely go to Victoria and Alberts at GF for dinner. It's a total adult experience.

 

[bzzymom]

YC is very classy, but the pool is more family oriented. If I were them, I would choose GF.

 

[Magalex]

Please any other deluxe advice or tips(restaurants/services) so I can pass along. If they go with the GF any room request I should know about.

 

[hmp2z]

We used to love the GF, but I'm going to recommend against it. If your niece is used to having good service, she won't find it here; they have had big problems there recently, and their IPO is horrible.

I'd strongly suggest the BWI, and staying concierge level. The BWI concierge staff is phenomenal, and their food offerings are quite good. As someone else said, the YC & BC have Stormalong Bay, and they tend to attract more children. The BC concierge lounge is definitely child-centered, as far as layout & food offerings.

The BWI offers a more adult experience, and staying concierge will screen out the vast masses of children that they would encounter if they stayed, say, at the All Star Sports.

For those reasons, my husband and I will now only stay BWI or GF, and we've been so disappointed in the GF lately, that it looks like we're going to be monogamous with the BWI, at least until the GF concierge gets its act together.

Cheers!
Heather W

 

[TammiMcMan]

If they go with the GF any room request I should know about.

They can choose anything from a garden view to a main building club level room, depending on budget. You mentioned that they weren't mostly park people, but I'm guessing that they at least like Disney to want to vacation there. Some of the most romantic rooms are in the Sago Cay building at the GF. They could book a theme park view and ask for a dormer room. It won't guarantee a castle view, but if they can get into Sago Cay, they'll be looking out over the water right at the castle. The dormer rooms are found on the top floors at the GF. They're slightly smaller, but have cathederal ceilings and private enclosed balconies. This will probably make it feel a bit more special.

The GF is setup very nice, with a large courtyard pool, hot tub and then a secondary themed pool. The themed pool is where they have private cabana rentals available. There are also poolside bars. The GF has a main building with a beautiful interior lobby. In the late afternoons, you'll find a piano player here and in the evenings, the GF Orchestra is up on the 2nd balcony. There are couches and chairs available, in addition to Mizners bar and the tea gardern. Located around the grounds are 5 buildings, all easily accessbile, with the furthest walk only about 7 minutes or so. I actually found this very cool site recently, http://local.live.com/default.aspx?cp=28.411444|-81.586792&style=h&lvl=15&v=1. It's a birds eye view of the Disney property. This particular link will bring you to the GF. By using the pointer (move mouse over the picture, click and hold as you drag it around) and the zoom tool (+ sign on the left hand side), you can slowly zoom in and see some great detail. Zoom out and slide the screen down a bit to find Epcot and the resorts in that area. If you locate the BWI, you can zoom in and just make out the little white picket fences that are around the garden suites. If nothing else, it's hours of entertainment .

 

[MSC]

Luxury with fewer kids? Spa services and a quiet pool? And no one has mentioned the SWAN?

Geeeeez!!! C'mon, people!!!

 

[PrincessMinnie28]

If money really isn't an issue, take a look at the pics on this thread of the 14th floor at the CR. I am around your niece's age, and I would LOVE to stay here with my BF if we could afford it!

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1505501

 

[Claire L]

I would say Boardwalk due to the nightlife around there and ease of access to Epcot and MGM Studios plus just across the way is the Mandara Spa at the Swan & Dolphin

Claire

 

[Poly Pal]

High end service (like at a Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons) is probably not to be found at WDW no matter how "deluxe" they proclaim the resorts to be. Nicely themed, yes. But service is more like a Marriott or Hilton (and maybe even less).

Even at the flagship, Grand Floridian I have found the service lacking (had to wait for the valet, any valet to park my car while other CM's looked on and offered no help what-so-ever).

If I were asked for advice, I would recommend the GF and renting a car to avoid the bus service.

 

[Magalex]

Thanks for the tips I will pass them along to my niece. I will try to update the thread with which resort they chose. Plus her decision might be based on which resort has the spa. I do like the Beach/Yacht Club area for restaurants, activity, and views.