We booked Standard view at WL for our last two visits and our upcoming one. We were lucky enough to get upgraded to better views both times, once to a Courtyard view on the North Wing and secondly to a Woods View above the registration desk open to the lobby. We actually preferred the room that opened to the lobby because we enjoyed the view walking to the room and enjoyed the open view compared to having a regular hallway. Some prefer rooms that don't open to the lobby so that they are quieter.
As far as Standard View rooms go, there are actually not that many locations at WL. Most of the rooms are categorized as Woods View or better, but you can't guarantee you'll get one of those unless you pay the extra. There is a map on the WL thread
here. This means that upgraded views are likely, based on crowds at the time and their ability to meet your requests. If you absolutely have to have a certain view it might be worth paying the extra, but for us saving the money and being flexible works well.
We like the North Wing, since the elevator in the middle of it takes you right down to Roaring Fork. Also on higher floor on the north side of it you might catch a glimpse of MK fireworks. There is a section of Standard View rooms on the North wing that overlook a loading dock area which isn't beautiful, but getting a higher floor improves your view.
Overall, the resort is far more compact than most at WDW, so no matter what you won't have too far to go. Busses and boats are at opposite ends of the resort, and no matter what your room will be somewhere in between. Enjoy your trip at a beautiful resort.