Originally Posted By CuriousConstance Didn't Disney buyout the Candy Cane Inn behind the scenes? Not that it matters at all, but I'm just curious.
Originally Posted By Dabob2 I don't think so. A lot of people wondered IF they could buy them out (and the 7-11) so they could expand DCA into that space. But AFAIK, the Candy Cane is thriving and not looking to sell.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros Disney recently bought the Carousel Inn across Harbor Blvd. The Candy Cane, Desert, and Alpine Inns (along with that 7-11) on the corner behind DCA know how much that land is worth do Disney and are doing a great job of holding on to it. I'd be surprised if they ever sold it As for the new Courtyard, I know it's not open yet, but I'm hoping that we can stay there over Labor Day. We have a big group so our options are limited since there aren't many suites in the area, but that would be a fantastic location. I'm keeping an eye on it to see how much it will be once they finally start reservations!
Originally Posted By LuvsDsnyTrips You can book now...it was 239.00 a nite for fall nites... But I am already booked and paid for through Alaska travel packages and they do not give that option of choosing that hotel yet They just keep telling me to check back and see if it is available through them for the dates that I need
Originally Posted By Kidz-n-k9s <<Courtyard Marriott Anaheim>> I got super excited when I googled this and found their website. Then my excitement died when I put in the dates for our trip in October and they are $260 a night and up plus a valet parking fee of $20 a night, with no self parking available. At that rate, I'll stay at PP. Are you getting cheaper rates?
Originally Posted By FerretAfros They're not showing rates for my date window yet. I read an earlier press release that they were going to start with booking rooms in October, and then do the ones before that once they have a better idea of when they'll actually open. If they're in that ballpark all the time, I'm pretty sure it will be out of our price range. When we can get a (really nice, modern, and big) room at one of the convention center hotels for less than $150 most nights, it's worth the extra few steps to the parks
Originally Posted By Dabob2 Near Mimi's. North of the crosswalk, closer than HoJo's, farther than Park Place, Park Vue, Camelot, etc. It does seem like a high price point to me. I'm sure it'll be nicer than most of those older properties along Harbor, but most people who stay at such places are doing so for convenience AND price, and may not feel a somewhat nicer room is worth $100+ more each night. People willing to splurge would probably be willing to stay in a Disney hotel - more expensive still, but with the undefinable "magic" that makes it worth it to many. I predict that they'll get what they're asking for initially due to the newness; and then when they find they aren't getting the occupancy rates the nearby properties are, they'll drop their rates some.
Originally Posted By LuvsDsnyTrips CC....it is really nice...Starbucks and a water park (that looks really neat) for kids. Plus, being brand new....it will probably be very popular as it is so close
Originally Posted By officerminnie I've stayed at the GCH, the PPH (three times), HoJo, the Carousel Inn & Suites and the Best Western Park Place Inn (twice). For off property, I prefer BWPPI. The beds are comfortable and the walk is a breeze. Sometimes we leave the parks mid-day and the short walk back to the hotel is nice for that. And sometimes we're in the parks All.Day.Long. and the short walk back is great for my very tired feet!
Originally Posted By Kidz-n-k9s <<I predict that they'll get what they're asking for initially due to the newness; and then when they find they aren't getting the occupancy rates the nearby properties are, they'll drop their rates some.>> I hope you are right as it does look very nice. Orbitz has the DLR properties at 20% off with code travelhappy for travel through 2015. So for kicks I put in my October dates and with the discount, I could reserve a standard view room for $232/night. No brainier on which I would choose if I was at that price point.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros ^^Very true! The last time I stayed at DLH was about 10 years ago, and it wasn't tough to find a room for about $100. It seemed a little extravagant at the time (especially since we were locals and could have easily just stayed at home), but it was a nice little splurge for someone's birthday. Ever since the DLR AP program instituted monthly payments and DCA became popular, the hotel prices have been insane. I've paid some pretty steep rates for some pretty low-budget accommodations in the DLR area
Originally Posted By Kidz-n-k9s <<Ever since the DLR AP program instituted monthly payments and DCA became popular, the hotel prices have been insane.>> That's what I am finding. Last time I had an AP was 3/2012-2/2013 and I never had a problem finding a motel at the crosswalk for less than $100/night mid-week. Remember when HoJo used to have the 50% off rates? Ah. Those were the days. I actually called HoJo yesterday, as my AP rate was only showing up at 10% off, same as a AAA rate and their website says it is 20% for APs. She said they no longer do the 20% rate for APs unless you pay in full and it is non-refundable. Ouch. Last time I stayed on property was 2009, and it was buy 3 nights, get 2 free at DLH. I really enjoy staying on property with the atmosphere, as the kids do enjoy swimming and I know they'd love the resort pools. But I'm a cheapo and can't justify spending 3-4 times as much as the crosswalk, even though the crosswalk is getting pricey.
Originally Posted By tashajilek Geez, almost $300 for a non Disney hotel? I am so glad that I stay about a ten minute drive from the parks. No parking or resort fee's and still much cheaper paying to park at the Disney lots. Dagobert, you should check Hotwire or Priceline to find a good deal. If you know far in advance and stay during the week days, you can probably get a decent hotel for a low price.
Originally Posted By CuriousConstance " I really enjoy staying on property with the atmosphere, as the kids do enjoy swimming and I know they'd love the resort pools. But I'm a cheapo and can't justify spending 3-4 times as much as the crosswalk, even though the crosswalk is getting pricey." I'm right there with you. Stayed at the PPH once, and then at the DLH once five nights each trip. PPH was under a thousand and the DLH was probably about $1300. I'm looking back at that thinking those were the days. I can't justify the costs anymore.
Originally Posted By sjdimon If money was not an issue, then I would always stay at the DLH or the GC. However, since I do need to budget, I tend to look at some of the non-Disney larger properties (like the Marriot, Hilton and Sheraton). We've been staying at the Hilton for the past several years - booking for about $150/night (and that includes 2 Buffet Brunch Vouchers per night - a $50 value). The ART (Anaheim Resort Transit) runs every 15 - 20 minutes to the area (you can board the Hilton, or the Marriot as they are literally across the street from one another). Also if you have Hilton Reward Points you can upgrade your room to a Disney View, which gives you a great view of the Fireworks, and the parks in general. Be sure to "visit" the DL Hotels though. There are some great things to see and do, even if you are not staying there. A meal at "Goofy's Kitchen" is always a blast (if you like Character Meals), and the White Water Snacks at the GC makes for a nice escape from the parks for a quick bite. Have a great trip!
Originally Posted By FerretAfros >>(and that includes 2 Buffet Brunch Vouchers per night - a $50 value)<< I eat a lot of food, and I'm a big fan of breakfast/brunch, but I have a hard time believing that anybody would actually spend $25 on a brunch buffet. That's crazy! I ate at Storyteller's in the GCH in November, and I don't think it was a whole lot more than that, and it included characters and the obligatory Disney upcharge >>Also if you have Hilton Reward Points you can upgrade your room to a Disney View, which gives you a great view of the Fireworks, and the parks in general.<< Even if you don't get a Disney View room, the pool deck has a pretty good view of the fireworks. It's about the same height as the Carsland rockwork so you can't see much into the parks themselves, but it's perfectly positioned to watch the show in the sky
