Originally Posted By mickeynewe I am planning a birthday trip to DL in June for my daughter (yes, this great idea hit me this morning but is something we've talked about for a long time) and I need some hotel suggestions. I have my "standard" list of hotels we like to stay at, however, we will be traveling with my daughter and her best friend and so I am looking for a list of hotels that are just suites. My hubby would prefer to have a separate bedroom for privacy...lol...he tends to get outnumbered and wants a place to "escape" from us girls! I was hoping you could all list your favorites and the average price you pay per night. We normally stay at Embassy and pay $129.00 a night, but I see the rates right now for the time I want to go is $149.00 so I am doing some price shopping. Thanks all!
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I have posted this before but just in case it could help. The Doubletree will be opening a new suite hotel near convention center 2085 S. Harbor. I just called and they plan to take individual reservations late Jan. early Feb.(714-7503000). Something to keep in mind for possible price comparisons/competition within local hotels.18005280444.
Originally Posted By gadzuux I stayed at marriott suites last month(NOT the convention center marriott - this one is further down harbor at chapman) and was only mildly satisfied. The 'package' (through disney) was a good value, and included a full breakfast buffet for four adults each morning, as well as a "fourth night free" offer But the location was a bit far and the room was a bit small and underwhelming. The size of the room was fairly standard, but with an additional wall bisecting the room, with double glass doors between the bedroom and the main room. There were additional panes of glass on either side of these double glass doors, and sheer curtains in a lame attempt at privacy. There were problems with the ART shuttle as well - although I don't know if I can hold marriott suites responsible for that. So in sum, the price was a good value but the location and size of the room were ultimately unsuitable for us. Ironically, I've also stayed at the marriott at the ACC and was very satisfied with this location. We weren't staying in a "suite" but the rooms were comfortable, the location was fine, and most importantly (for me anyway) the rooms had a balcony - small ones certainly, but I like being able to open a sliding door and step out for air and view. This marriott would likely also have suites and may be a better choice. If you haven't checked with disney's travel company I would suggest you contact them. The bundled packages (air, hotel, hoppers, ART) that they offer can often beat anything you could put together on your own. And often, they'll steer you to where the best values are, with perks like free breakfast or fourth night free.
Originally Posted By gadzuux One more thing, the package we used at the marriott ACC was 'buy one, get a 2nd room half-off'. So while it wasn't a suite, it was a good arrangement for our group (four adults). You might wish to consider two rooms as an alternative to a suite. It might be a better value, especially if the hotels are offering similar deals.
Originally Posted By mickeynewe Uh oh, thanks for the info! I just booked the Marriott, I will go ahead and cancel immediately. I hate being stuck in a shoebox of a room. I'll go ahead and re-book at the Embassy. Better to be safe than sorry! Its really too bad. The reservationist was an absolute sweetheart of a guy! Couldn't have been any nicer on the phone and accomodating!
Originally Posted By hvmom We have stayed at the Homewood Suites, Mariott Residence Inn and Hampton Inn and Suites, all in Garden Grove. We were happy with all of them. They all come with a complimentary breakfast and have actual separate bedrooms with doors (bed in the bedroom, sofabed in the living room). On our trip last month we booked the Hampton Inn throught Get Away Today, but purchased our tickets through AAA because it was a bit cheaper. Since free parking comes with the AAA tickets, we just drove to the parks so we have no experience with the ART. I do know that the ART stop is right next door in front of the Embassy Suites. Hope this helps!
Originally Posted By hvmom I think my favorite was the Hampton Inn. Our room was clean and quiet, and I could see the fireworks! The breakfast had a good selection of both hot and cold items, and wasn't too busy. The room had a full sized fridge, two burner stove, dishwasher and small counter for sitting and eating. My only complaint was the parking. They share a lot with the Embassy Suites and Buca di Beppo. Saturday night there was a big wedding reception at the Embassy, so no parking. We eventually found a spot far away, and only after driving around the lot for 20 minutes. After Saturday night, parking was no problem. The final reason I liked the Hampton the best - it was the least expensive, as I recall, of all of them!!
Originally Posted By mickeynewe I've been meaning to try the Hampton Inn, just haven't had the opportunity as of yet. I have been watching their prices. They have been slowly creeping up. Not sure if everyone knows this, but just like Embassy Suites, it is another Hilton owned company.
Originally Posted By 3disneygirlz We've stayed at a few of the different suite hotels...my favorite is Staybridge -- clean, great outdoor pools, free BBQ one night and free receptions a couple nights (even includes wine), shuttle is easy to catch. Residence in we tried a couple times -- when they were offering free breakfast and free dinner daily w/ your stay. Only problem we had was we found a huge rat traps (wasn't sure if we should be glad they were empty) in the cabinets and a closet of our room one visit, they moved us to a new "trap-free" room immediatley --- and even tho I guess they may have just run up there and removed any traps, I felt better about it and did not see any evidence of furry intruders while we were there. Hilton Suites was OK...it's been years...they had a really great free breakfast, but we felt like the staff was a bit snobbish. My parents found a mouse in their room when they stayed at Homewood Suites a couple years ago. And met people that said the Portofino was so bad that they were switching hotels after the second night there.
