WL refurbs?

[AKL_Megs]

I'm getting different dates on refurbs based on what site I visit. Some say everything will by done by July 17, some say "through 2017".

We are looking at a July 23- ? trip. What exactly would be unavailable at that time. Can anyone give me a definitive answer?

Thanks!

 

[Scott MC]

We were there last weekend.
-Some of the upper floors (viewable from the lobby) are covered.
-Roaring Fork (quick serve) is down- Geyser Point beyond the pool on the shore of Bay Lake is the QS option.
-Former Trout Pass pool bar is behind a wall, as are some areas surrounding the pool, but none of these are obtrusive.
-Pool area in front of villas being worked on, with wall around it.
-I *believe* that there's only one elevator in service, and it's a decent hike from the lobby

The impression I got is that the resort is definitely under construction, but its well hidden, doesn't feel like a work zone, and the only thing I found a bit irritating is the one elevator.

I hope this helps.

 

[AKL_Megs]

We were there last weekend.
-Some of the upper floors (viewable from the lobby) are covered.
-Roaring Fork (quick serve) is down- Geyser Point beyond the pool on the shore of Bay Lake is the QS option.
-Former Trout Pass pool bar is behind a wall, as are some areas surrounding the pool, but none of these are obtrusive.
-Pool area in front of villas being worked on, with wall around it.
-I *believe* that there's only one elevator in service, and it's a decent hike from the lobby

The impression I got is that the resort is definitely under construction, but its well hidden, doesn't feel like a work zone, and the only thing I found a bit irritating is the one elevator.

I hope this helps.

Thanks so much! This helps a lot.

Any idea if the kids club is open?

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Thanks so much! This helps a lot.

Any idea if the kids club is open?

I forget the story/history with the WL Cub's Den but I think it was closed even before the current renovation, but I could be wrong about that timing. I do know it's not open now. The closest one to WL is Poly.

Hope that helps.

 

[AKL_Megs]

I forget the story/history with the WL Cub's Den but I think it was closed even before the current renovation, but I could be wrong about that timing. I do know it's not open now. The closest one to WL is Poly.

Hope that helps.

It does, thanks. We were really hoping it would be open. Bummer. Thanks a bunch!

 

[Wood Nymph]

Any idea if the kids club is open?

The kids club is in the same wing as the new Copper Creek villas. The villas are supposed to be open July 17th but they haven't made any announcements about the kids club. I would ask them about it when you check in.

 

[bookgirl173]

We were there last weekend.
-Some of the upper floors (viewable from the lobby) are covered.
-Roaring Fork (quick serve) is down- Geyser Point beyond the pool on the shore of Bay Lake is the QS option.
-Former Trout Pass pool bar is behind a wall, as are some areas surrounding the pool, but none of these are obtrusive.
-Pool area in front of villas being worked on, with wall around it.
-I *believe* that there's only one elevator in service, and it's a decent hike from the lobby

The impression I got is that the resort is definitely under construction, but its well hidden, doesn't feel like a work zone, and the only thing I found a bit irritating is the one elevator.

We just back last night and can confirm all of this is accurate. So nice to have smaller crowds in the resort! Avoid Geyser Point, which was our only disappointment: lovely spot, dreadful food. Old Faithful Club was so quiet and the pool was not over crowded. Have a great time in July!!

 

[bookgirl173]

I'm getting different dates on refurbs based on what site I visit. Some say everything will by done by July 17, some say "through 2017".

We are looking at a July 23- ? trip. What exactly would be unavailable at that time. Can anyone give me a definitive answer?

Thanks!

p.s. The Club CM used the same completion date you gave: July 17. I'd bet it is accurate.

 

[wdwthanksgiving]

We were recently at WL (and will be returning in Nov--there is a note on our reservation that there may still be construction going on during our visit) - for us, the main issue was having the lobby elevator closed...more people waiting for the Roaring Forks elevator along with a longer walk for many folks. Roaring Forks/Trout bar was still under construction --unlike the above poster, we really enjoyed our meal at Geyser Point. So - tho I don't think there is a definitive answer to when the construction will be completed, it really won't impact your stay very much --still a wonderful resort!