Which Monorail Resort?

[nolanzzz]

I appreciate you taking the time to reply and relieve my fears a little - I really am looking forward to it - always dreamed about staying there or at GF, so I guess it must be true what Disney says about dreams ...it's coming true!!!!

LOL! Thanks again.

 

[smjj]

I have been on these boards for sometime now and have learned one thing. Everyone has a favorite and has an opinion on all the other resorts as well. I try not to critisize others or their choise if it differs from mine. Each resort has many features that draw the attention of others. The long and short of it is personel preference. You will not hear me say a resort sucks or stinks and it bothers me when I read comments that negative. There is no need to be that way. I hope everyone enjoys their trip and whichever you chose look at it this way. If it does not meet your standards or taste, that is a good enough reason to plan another trip and stay at another resort..smjj

 

[vacationplanner]

Fireplug/Steve-- I see that you have been to both so I thought maybe you could give me some insight!?!? I am planning a trip 1/03. There will be 8 adults, 5 kids (9yr, 4yr, 2-3yr, 1yr). We want to all stay separate, so we will plan on 4 rooms. The children are from 2 families, so those 2 families have more issues with space, fridge etc.

I don't know if others have been to one or both of these resorts too. Any input would be appreciated. I am thinking that we will need to get 2 villa rooms and 2 studio rooms.

Thanks--Julie

 

[DisneyLisa]

JanieG...just curious, but would love to hear why you enjoyed the GF so much over the other 2 resorts.

I'm still thinking GF...daughter was disappointed when she came home from school today & I said I was thinking we'd stay at GF (although she said she's just happy we're going again & it's up to me) and my friend is still thinking BC (but is starting to believe the GF wouldn't be too fancy for her).

 

[hvsteve1]

GF is the one Disney resort I've seen that could probably happily exist without WDW...after all,it was designed after a real resort. One could really unwind in a few days there. Contemporary is old and cold...my idea of what it would be like to live in a subway station. The theme may have seemed clever when it was built but has become very dated as years go by. Polynesian is also a nice choice but most of the comnments I see on the boards seem to indicate that the restaurants are the attraction rather than the resort itself.

 

[Tinker Bell]

I agree that GF is not too formal. When I first stayed in the main building I was worried about having to walk through the Lobby to go to the pool -- but you don't have to. There is a back elevator to a door right near the pools.

When not in pool clothes, the Lobby is fantastic. The flowers etc. are spectacular.

Only relative negative from my experience is that the service is not at the same level with the physical facilities and amenities. I have consitently waited longer for bell/valet service at GF than at any other Deluxe.

Enjoy!

 

[JANIE G.]

DISNEY LISA,

THE GRAND FLORIDIAN HAD IT ALL. THE STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL, THE RESTAURANTS WERE FABULOUS, OUR ROOM WAS BEAUTIFUL AND HOUSEKEEPING WAS GREAT, AND IT GAVE YOU THE FEEL THAT YOU TRULY WERE STAYING AT ONE OF THE BEST RESORTS AROUND. NO ONE WAS RUDE OR SNOBBY, IF ANYTHING, THEY WERE EXTREMELY HELPFUL AND WENT OUT OF THEIR WAY TO MAKE YOUR STAY MEMORABLE. IF YOU WANT TO SEE THE PICTURES I TOOK OF THE GRAND FLORIDIAN AND OUR ROOM, JUST LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU E-MAIL ADDRESS IS AND I'LL SEND THEM TO YOU.

JANIE

 

[DisneyLisa]

Tinker Bell...you mentioned not having to walk through the lobby on the way to the pool which is great...always hate doing that.

But are you comfortable walking around the resort in shorts and a t-shirt for example?...I think that's what my friend might be worried about...that it is too formal. I would think it wouldn't be, afterall, it is Disney World.

 

[RobinLyn]

DisneyLisa,

As far as the GF being to formal or as some say "stuffy", I say it's what you make it. Who cares if some act stuffy, most who are there are just enjoying being at WDW. The so called stuffy visitors would not stop me from staying at any resort of my choice. Unfortunately, things like this can be found in many places. We all pay about the same to stay there, so what makes one persons money better than mine? Got me! Life's too short, Enjoy!!!

RobinLyn

 

[beattyfamily]

If I could afford it, I'd stay at the Grand Floridian forever!!!

It's the newest one and it's amazingly beautiful!!!

Enough said!

 

[polyjim]

The Poly is without a doubt, the best and most convenient resort on the rail. After staying at the Poly 11 or 12 times, it never gets boring, only better.
Peaceful, layed back atmosphere, with easy acess to transportation anywhere in WDW.
Nitetime views are tops, and accomodations are 5 star. Have tried a few other on the grounds resorts, but nothing compares to the Poly.
Try it, and rest assured u will love it........

Polyjim