Originally Posted By CMM1 Just how good are the Savannah View rooms at AKL? Do you get to see anything you can't see from the viewing areas? Since our normal mode of operation is pretty much being out of the room from dawn to dusk, wondering if it's worth the extra expense for a feature we may only get to enjoy briefly ......
Originally Posted By stitchcrazy I believe they are worth it from a taking your time perspective. We have had 3 fabulous stays at AKL now and all were savannah rooms. It is true that there are many viewing spots throughout the resort where you see basically the same things you'd see from your room. However we enjoy being able to sit on our own balcony relatively undisturbed and just enjoy the animals. Its fun to start a morning by hopping out of bed and peeking out to see who is roaming around outside. Or any down time in the hotel I'd spend sitting on the balcony. While there is the extra cost we've found it worth it to save up the extra to get the savannah room.
Originally Posted By MinnieSummer I think it's worth it. There is nothing like sitting on the balcony first thing in the morning and watching the animals stroll by. We were up early enough each morning to learn the different signals that called the animals to their pens for feeding and check-ups.
Originally Posted By sherrytodd I think it was worth it. When money is a factor, we will stay at a Moderate Resort for most of the trip and then leave the last two nights and move to a Savanah View Room at the AKL to wrap up the trip.
Originally Posted By t1lersm0m It depends if you think an extra $100 per night is expensive. If you don't think so, then it is definitely worth it. It's all a matter of personal perspective. I thought it was extremely worth it when we stayed in August 2004, but I got a great discount ($194/night for Savanna view)
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom Lets put it this way. Where else in the US can you see live African animals from your balcony? Its a lot cheaper than traveling to Africa.
Originally Posted By trekkeruss I'd feel kinda stupid and cheap about staying in anything other than a savannah view room... that's virtually the whole point in staying at the AKL, IMO. I know there are viewing areas that are open to anyone, but it's just not the same I don't think.
Originally Posted By XandersMom I really like the Savannah room, but I have never paid the extra money for them. I always pay for the basic room, and then when I arrive I ask if I could have a Savannah room upgrade. Depending on when you are going and what the occupancy rate is- you could possibly be moved up. Since those are the most expensive rooms, they are often the last to fill up. I use this same technique in any hotel that we choose to stay in. I am willing to gamble.. if you aren't willing to take the chance- I do think it is worth the money!
Originally Posted By kennect Worth every penny in my personal book but that is just me...But I am also the type that likes spending time in a nice hotel room that someone else cleans everyday when I am there...The entire resort is very nice and relaxing, the views of the room just ad to that for me...I think it was Sherry above who commented on splitting some days between resorts...That is what we typically do...For a real thrill go for concierge...We have stayed there numerous times and have always gotten very deals in terms of rates...
Originally Posted By kennect You know I did go to school but with lack of an edit function around here you just have to read through my bad grammar above....
Originally Posted By timlo Hi kennect I've always wanted to try a concierge room but it's too expensive. Just wondering can you share some tips on how to get a great rate? Thanks in advance
Originally Posted By kennect timlo, Everytime we have stayed has been based on an annual passholder rate...The best deal we got was right after 9/11...Just after Thanksgiving..In total all four visits we have made there has been based on the AP rate and somehow we were able to luck into a good deal...It sounds nuts but we have never paid more than two hundred a night for concierge...But keep in mind there hasn't been a recent visit there by me in two years...Also, keep in mind there is so much extra offered on that level...The food that is available could feed you for your entire trip...If you drink there is more than enough of that to keep you happy...I am planning a trip right now for this fall and will only try to stay at AKL for a couple of days since the budget is really tight here...I will let you know if I come up with a real deal...There is no secret to my success there, I think it has been luck...But if you do get there work the staff...It is amazing what you can get out of them if you do it the right way...Also, if they are still offering the Sunrise Safari do it...It is worth every penny charged....I love to stay at all of the different hotels but once the AKL opened the draw of the animals hooked me and now it is my favorite place to stay....
Originally Posted By timlo Thanks for the info kennect Sure, if you happen to find any great deal please let me know. My info is in the profile. Thanks a lot in advance.
Originally Posted By kennect Timlo, We are planning a trip down this fall...For once the visit will actually be work oriented...I hope to spend a day or two at AKL, the rest of the visit with Disney will be based on the ultra cheap package they have going right now including the dinner package...I didn't catch your email in your profile...Mine is listed in mine if you want to drop me a note...
Originally Posted By kennect OT but meant to mention...The Alliance is also doing Disney's Aladdin as part of their children's theater...Does anyone know anyting about this piece that Disney is licensing out?
Originally Posted By kennect Labuda, Unsticking topic...Your post makes me wonder if there is such a feature here I don't know about??? If so please let me know about it...
Originally Posted By pixiedust1 All three of our stays were in the rooms with the Savannah view.. Of course we paid the FL resident rate so it made it very affordable.. They are great.. last two visits there they had the parking lot view rooms closed... If anyone is going to book there ask for rooms on the second floor and up for a better view.. I'm pretty sure that the lobby is actually on the second floor...
Originally Posted By Labuda Ken, on occasion a topic will contiue to show as having new posts on it, even though you've read them all. In that case, if you just post in that thread (like my post # 15), it will "unstick" the topic and finally show all read once you've read your new message.
