Which moderate POR or CS?

[tinkarooni]

My brother needs to choose one. Which one did you like. He is a family of three with a four year old boy. Which do you think they should choose. I recommended POR but I've never been to CS. Any opinions are welcome. Thanks!

 

[Dizneydaz]

Of the 2 I would pick POR. We didn't like CS. Mostly for 2 reasons. They don't have a true food court. The Pepper Market is set up different and we didn't care for it. Also, we had difficulty finding the main pool during our stay (we weren't the only ones looking either) I think the main dif is that CS is geared more to conventioneers than mousketeers.

I actually prefer the POFQ over the POR. FQ is smaller and more intimate. Not so spread out. My DD6 loves the dragon slide at POFQ. Just my thoughts-hope they have a great time.

 

[tinkarooni]

 

[rdsx28]

Hi, I guess it depends on what he is looking for. PO is smaller and CS is a much larger resort. We stayed at CS this past November and we loved it! The pool area is great with lots for kids to do. The Peppermarket is different there are stations set up vs the normal food court.Some people like it others do not. I would suggest you check out Buzz's web site on CS he has every single thing on that and pictures of everything too.It sold us on CS.He is quite informed on CS and can probably answer any questions you have. He is a great resource and the site is awesomw as well. Good luck making your decision.

 

[Fionasmommy]

I'd go for POFQ. That's where we're going to stay! I'm also travelling w/ a 4 year old, and that weighted our decision heavily in favor of POFQ. It's a smaller resort so my DD won't have to walk too far, it's first on the bus stop each way so we'll always have a seat, and the pool there is geared towards smaller kids - with the tame slide and cute theming.

 

[disneyluv4]

We have stayed at both. While we liked CSR, we love POR. We have stayed there the last 4 times. They have so much more to offer. Can't go wrong with either. Hope they have a wonderful trip!!

 

[Buzz2001]

I recommend CSR!!!

CSR is a large resort that does not share services with other resorts and offers some deluxe amenities because it is a convention resort.

CSR has a salon, spa, and a gym that other moderates do not offer. CSR has full menu room service and offers an internal shuttle system provided by golf carts to assist in getting to and from the main building to the villages.

CSR has terrific transportation. It does not share with any other resort (like POR / POFQ) and it only has 4 bus stops within the resort (vs 8 at CBR). And since CSR is centrally located, you'll have a quick ride to all the parks.

And being a convention resort, the buses seem less crowded because guests are busy with their conventions.

CSR has the best pool of the mods and probably the second best on WDW property. Best mod pool. It offers a great slide (123 ft long), an arcade, a sand volleyball court, and a playground at the main pool area.

Photo by Ducky4Disney

 

[Badllamamama]

CSR!! No shared transportation, best pool and a great food court!!

 

[byoung]

POR gets my vote.

 

[Buzz'sBetterHalf]

CSR!! The resort is so beautiful, the pool is great and the landscaping is beautiful. The resort is gorgeous at night too.

 

[Lizzybee]

Just because of Buzz's pictures the next time we stay mod we may try CSR. We've stayed twice at POR and loved it immensely. Two unique things about POR/POFQ are the boat to DTD and legal pool hopping between sister resorts gives you two moderate level themed pools. Bob Jackson the piano man is hysterical and breakfast at Boatwrights can't be beat.

 

[twinkles]

We have stayed at both resorts and while they are both great...CS is rather large and spread out. Especially with little ones it may be to much walking (you could always request rooms close to certain interests, pool, transportation, food court, etc.) CS to beautiful during the day and night the food court and the food is good the pool is awesome!

PO is also great, but I think your little one may like it more. Also not as large as CS. It's a matter of personal choice and what choices your family needs and wants.

No matter which resort you choose you will love them both!

 

[dolphin01]

CS is rather large and spread out.

POR is just as large and has 127 more rooms than CSR. And then if you are going to walk over to POFQ to use that pool, its even larger.

CSR will give you everything you want in one resort. The best pool of the mods, great transportation that is not shared and is usually less crowded because of the convention guests, and a nice food court with many options including steak.

I've stayed at POR with kids trying to get a stroller on a packed bus. Never again.

CSR wins hands down for me.

 

[katlynh]

We had a Jr. suite reserved and had decided to go with wilderness cabins. However, I could not bring myself to change our reservation after looking at Buzz's pictures! He is so informed and sold even my husband on the resort, not an easy task. I've read many trip reports regarding CS and everyone I read commented on the crowded buses to the other moderates, which was in great contrast to the "empty" CS buses. We have 3 kids going, and I think a short bus wait is more important than a little longer walk to our room. I don't know how anyone could look at Buzz's site and not be sold. It looks just wonderful! (Added bonus, my DH will be in shorts relaxing, watching all the other men, in suits, working, what a great feeling it will be for him. Kinda of like a Ha!Ha!Ha!)I know, how mean. Have a great time regardless of what you choose! Janice

 

[Buzz2001]

(Added bonus, my DH will be in shorts relaxing, watching all the other men, in suits, working, what a great feeling it will be for him. Kinda of like a Ha!Ha!Ha!), I know, how mean. Have a great time regardless of what you choose! Janice

That's exactly the feeling I get.

 

[DisneyJen0504]

Out of those two i would pick CSR. The food court and bus system alone is worth the stay there above the other mods. CSR has beautiful grounds, great pools, and the Pepper Market is awesome.